How to install a sink over a washing machine in the kitchen

In this article we will talk about how the sink is mounted above the washing machine, for what purpose it is done, and how to perform installation work with a deliberately successful result.

The topic of the article is more than relevant, as the above-mentioned location of plumbing has a number of significant advantages, including:

• saving free space in the room;
• simplified installation, since all engineering communications are brought to one point.

So, now we know that the sink above the washing machine is convenient and profitable. It remains to determine how to perform installation work and to achieve the desired result.

Installation Requirements

1. Before you install the sink above the washing machine, find out what rules are inherent in these works.
2. Installation of washing machines under the sink is possible subject to the following requirements:

• In order to protect the washing machine from excessive moisture, its upper part must be completely hidden under the sink.
• The washbasin should have a width of at least 580 mm if the sewer pipe rises above the floor level and at least 500 mm if the pipe is flush with the floor surface.
• Do not place the drain connections of the washbasin close to the surface of the washing machine, as significant body vibrations are possible, as a result of which the connections are loosened and lose their tightness.
• Installation of the washing machine is possible only on a flat and hard surface. If the surface is not flat enough, rubber mats are placed under the unit, which can reduce the intensity of vibrations.
• Washing machines are technically sophisticated devices, the installation of which must be carried out by qualified specialists. Even if the installation is done by hand, do not forget to invite a specialist, under whose guidance the commissioning work will be carried out.

What equipment to apply

Before you put the sink over the washing machine, you must decide on the configuration and size of the equipment used. The best option is an almost flat washbasin with sides of 60 by 60 cm. Such a device will completely cover the upper perimeter of a conventional washing machine.

On average, the depth of washing machines does not exceed 46 cm, to which we add the space required for a drain pipe of 14 cm and we get 60 cm.

If you plan to install a smaller sink, you can pick up a narrow washing machine. Of course, the price of such a solution will be somewhat higher, but due to the compact dimensions of the equipment you will be able to save free space in the room.

A special sink to be installed above the washing machine is called a “Water Lily”. A feature of this product is a thickness of not more than 20 cm. As a result, the installed washbasin will not only protrude beyond the washing machine, but the entire structure will be slightly higher than the ordinary sink.

Important: A number of foreign brands produce ready-made kits, which include everything needed to set up a washbasin combined with a washing machine. In many Western European countries, such kits are purchased for use in small apartments.

Choosing a Water Lily 50 to 50 cm sink, you need to make sure not only that the sizes match, but also that the device is equipped with a reliable drain system that will eliminate the possibility of leakage.

Despite the fact that all the “Water Lilies” presented on the market are designed and manufactured taking into account increased safety of use, the operation of such equipment is not recommended in rooms with excessive humidity. Therefore, in the bathroom must necessarily be arranged exhaust ventilation.

Buying a bowl, you need to pay attention to the design of the drain system. Drain can be vertical and horizontal. Despite the fact that water flows faster in a vertical direction, modifications with a horizontal outlet can be purchased to be placed above the washing machine.

Important: Horizontal drainage is prone to clogging, and therefore from time to time the sink will have to be cleaned.

Recommendations for installation work

In order for the installation of the sink above the washing machine with your own hands to be successful, it is necessary to consider the following points:

• A flat sink should not be wider than 58 cm if a discharge pipe is located behind the typewriter. If there is no such pipe, the width of the washbasin is determined by the distance from the wall to the front and side edges of the washing machine.

On average, the washbasin should protrude about 3 cm in front and on the sides in order for the water to be sprayed not to fall on the surface of the appliance located below.

• Connecting hoses for connecting to the water supply system must be purchased at the rate of high pressure in order to prevent damage and water leakage.
• All conductive connecting elements located behind the machine must be properly insulated in order to avoid the possibility of a short circuit.
• The washing unit must be grounded without fail if the wiring in the room is not grounded. This must be done in order for the accumulated static voltage to be discharged in a timely and efficient manner.

Important: Starting to install plumbing equipment and electrical appliances belonging to the category of technically complex devices, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with the installation and commissioning instructions contained in the user manual.

Features of mounting the sink "Water Lilies"

In order for the sink in the bathroom above the washing machine to be installed correctly, we use regular fasteners. If the complete set of sanitary equipment does not include brackets, they must be purchased in an additional order.

Important: Fastenings for domestic shells and their foreign counterparts may differ slightly. Therefore, when purchasing brackets, it is necessary to consult with experts about the compatibility of the selected device and the washbasin purchased.

After the fixture is selected, you can proceed to install.

Installation instructions are as follows:

• We try on the bowl and make markup for mounting brackets. To do this, measure the parameters of the washing machine in height and width and mark it on the wall.
• Then mark the line of the lower edge of the shell. This line should be located no more than 80 cm from the floor and not less than 3 cm above the surface of the washing unit. Such a gap is necessary so that the vibrations are not transmitted to the sink.
• Next, set the washing machine with the connection of all necessary communications.
• It connects the siphon of the sink to the drain and hoses to the flow.
• The sink is attached with siphon and hoses attached to the mixer.
• The final step is to start the system and check for leaks.

Conclusion

Now you know how the sinks are installed above the 60x60 washing machine, and what are the requirements for conducting such work. It remains to choose the equipment that is suitable for arranging a bathroom or kitchen and proceed to install it.

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