Sink with a countertop under the washing machine - a

13-02-2018

Sewage

The sink and the washing machine under one tabletop are found quite often, and it can be stated with complete certainty that every year this layout will become more and more popular. This is due to a number of advantages that we will consider in the framework of this article.

In addition, we will understand what materials are used in the manufacture and what types of structures can be found in the trade, this will allow you to choose the most optimal option suitable for your conditions.

In the photo: it is important to choose a tabletop that blends in color and style with the rest of the elements in the room.

The main advantages of this option

As noted above, a solution with the placement of a sink with a table top and a washing machine in a single design has a number of advantages. We shall analyze them first of all:

Space saving	This is one of the most significant advantages, which is especially important in city apartments, where the area of bathrooms does not allow placing all the elements separately. But, if you have no problems with the area, the location of the washing machine under the tabletop allows you not to occupy too much space and use the space more efficiently.
Aesthetic appeal	It is worth noting that the sinks over the washing machine with the table top look very stylish, especially considering the wealth of choice of options. You can purchase products of almost any color, any shape and with any texture. Of course, the price will also vary quite strongly, because expensive materials are also used for manufacturing.
Convenience of operation	Countertops under the sink and washing machine can be made according to an individual sketch, which is very important for non-standard rooms. In addition, the design may include boxes for storing linen and other small items and a shelf with a mirror - that is, you get the most functional area
Easy installation	All work on the installation and fastening can easily carry out your own hands. If the structure consists of many elements, the assembly instructions will be needed, but in most cases everything is so simple that no additional schemes are required.

The presence of many drawers for storing small items and a large compartment for linen - an important advantage of some designs

Tip! It is better to choose the most practical option, even if it costs more. After all, you do not need to additionally purchase lockers for storage.

What to consider when choosing

If you decide that this option meets your requirements as well as possible, then you should figure out which type of construction to choose. To do this, you should know several important aspects and take into account a number of recommendations.

Manufacturing material

The first criterion to start with.

Of course, there is a fairly large variety of options on the market, but we consider only the most common and popular ones:

The table top for the sink and washing machine made of MDF has a low cost, but it has a number of drawbacks: low resistance to moisture, especially if the top laminated coating is damaged, low strength - the surface is very easily damaged. One of the advantages is the fact that with the help of MDF you can implement the most original projects and make a lot of storage boxes.

An inexpensive solution that looks very attractive.

Products made of acrylic are highly resistant to moisture and a rich choice of colors, which is important for original interiors.. We can say that this is the best option in terms of price-quality factors, it looks quite attractive and, unlike MDF, is not afraid of moisture and moisture. Another plus is the ability to manufacture products based on author sketches.

The glittering acrylic surface is great for the bathroom

Tip! For products made of acrylic, the quality of the raw materials used is very important. Therefore, it is best to purchase products from trusted manufacturers who have good feedback from specialists and Internet users (you can find a lot of information on the forums).

Artificial stone as a material for countertops under the sink and washing machine is also used quite widely. Its advantages include the richness of textures and color solutions, as well as high resistance to damage and aggressive effects of various detergents and cleaning products. It is important to choose the option that best combines with the other elements of the interior so that the space looks harmonious.

If desired, even a washing machine can be hidden behind the door.

Finally, natural stone, it can be granite, marble and other options.. Of the advantages it should be noted the beauty of the texture and the highest reliability, the service life of such options is tens of years, because the stone does not wear out and does not change its properties over the years, it is resistant to fungus and mold, which is also important. Of the minuses, you can select only the high cost and very large weight of the structure.

Natural stone looks very rich and is suitable for the most sophisticated interiors

Design features

Here there are several main classifications that depend on how the product is performed.

Let's start with the layout of the structure, it can be of the following types:

Solid tabletop above the washing machine - the transition to the sink is a recess, which is made immediately. Most often, these options are made of acrylic or artificial stone and can be of very different sizes. When choosing, pay attention to the size and configuration of the bowl: it should be convenient to use.

Sinks above the washing machine with a tabletop, made as one element, should provide for a curb along the wall to protect against moisture and a hole for the installation of the mixer

The second option - countertops with built-in sink, that is, they have a slot for a bowl of a certain size and shape. The convenience of this option is that you can choose different sinks, and the biggest disadvantage is the need to carefully seal the joints so that no water flows through them to the floor or to the washing machine.
The third solution is a construction with a false sink, its advantage is the absence of a joint and the possibility of installing very interesting and stylish bowls.. Of the minuses, you can highlight the relatively high price of such options.

Originality - that's what distinguishes the overhead sinks from embedded

According to the method of attachment, there are three main options:

Suspended systems that are fixed with special high-strength brackets. Such structures take up very little space, but when choosing them, the strength of the walls is very important, you must be sure that they will withstand a very high load, otherwise this option is better not to use, since you risk to detect a fallen tabletop.

The hinged sink for a washing machine with a tabletop is heavy enough, so the walls must be strong

Console systems are a supporting frame that, for stability, is attached to both the wall and the floor.. This option allows you to remove the load from the wall and is suitable for almost all rooms.
Floor constructions represent a cabinet at all, which is not needed to be fixed, the simplest option that will suit those who do not want to drill the walls and the floor.

Conclusion

Choosing a countertop with a sink for installing a washing machine saves space and hides equipment, and these are very big advantages for both small and spacious rooms (see also Suspension table for a sink: features of choice, installation and operation).

The video in this article will tell some of the facts considered in more detail and in detail.