Sink above the washing machine

Pros and cons

Before deciding to install a sink, you should carefully consider this option, weighing all the pros and cons - you may have to abandon it already at the idea stage.

First, consider the merits:

• Rational use of space cramped bathroom... The washing machine installed under the sink makes it possible to place it in the bathroom, and not to take the appliance out into the room, corridor or kitchen. In this case, above the mixer you can arrange shelves or a wall cabinet with a mirror - then the space will be used as ergonomically as possible.
• The originality of the bathroom design. A well-installed sink will attract attention and surprise guests: a wide range of sanitary ware on the modern market will allow you to choose any suitable shape that will look stylish and harmonious. Such placement will tell about your taste and care for the environment around you.
• A sink over a washing machine in a bathroom has a huge advantage over a similar design in a kitchen, as washing takes less time than washing dishes. In addition, the device located in the bathroom looks more appropriate.

Take a look examples of the design of a small bathroom in Khrushchev.

There are also many disadvantages of this solution:

• This design requires a special siphon and drain. When buying in a store, you may be faced with the inability to buy everything in one place, so experts recommend looking for a fully equipped sink.
• In the event of a breakdown, spare parts will be difficult to find.
• Inability to come close to the washbasin. If you are used to the empty space under the sink, it will be uncomfortable at first. It will be easier to master it for those who previously installed the bowl on a cabinet with hinged doors or drawers.
• The horizontal drainage mechanism threatens frequent blockagesthat will have to be cleaned. The fact is that the drain hole is located at the back, and the bowl has a flat and shallow shape - and water always remains on its surface. The remaining moisture will have to be removed yourself with a sponge, otherwise the sink will turn yellow and stained faster.
• An electrical appliance installed near water sources is always a risk. The slightest leakage due to improper installation of the sink or washing machine threatens with a short circuit, breakdown of the device, electric shock, damage to the wiring.

How to choose a sink?

Cannot be installed ordinary washbasin over a typewriter: this is not practical and dangerous. Large companies for the production of household appliances and sanitary ware produce sets that are in perfect harmony with each other, do not cause difficulties during installation, and do not waste the user's time looking for all the necessary parts. If it was not possible to find such a complete set, you will have to form a "pair" manually.

Sinks released for installation over the washer are called water lilies, as their shape resembles flat, rounded leaves.

And if the drain hole of the standard bowl is located strictly at the bottom and in the center, then in the "water lily" it is located near the back. This protects the washing machine from moisture even in the event of an unexpected pipe accident. The hole for the mixer can be located in the center or in the corner of the sink, or it can be absent altogether.

Unfortunately, shallow bowls create copious splashes, so it is important to find the most comfortable height when purchasing a structure.

Ideally, if the sink is slightly larger than the washing machine, to slightly cover it with a "visor". The drain connections must be located behind the appliance, not on the housing - in the event of damage to hoses and leaks, this arrangement will protect the equipment from water.

• As a material, experts advise choosing a product made of polymer concrete (artificial stone), which boast wear resistance and durability.
• Most the best option It is considered to be cast marble, since in terms of aesthetic characteristics it is not inferior to natural marble, and in terms of operational characteristics, it surpasses it.
• More budget solution - sanitary ware sinks; they are also resistant to mechanical stress, but weigh much more.
• If you want to inexpensive and lightweight sink, choose a porcelain product.

If you study the market more thoroughly, it is not difficult to find a washbasin from a reliable manufacturer for every taste and wallet.

In the photo there is a curly sink with a drain near the far wall. The hole for the mixer is in the top center, and to the left of it there is a built-in soap dish.

Which cars are right for you?

Not all devices are suitable for installing a washing machine under the sink: most desirable option - use of the device that comes with the bowl. If you choose equipment separately, you need to focus on the following parameters:

• The machine should be with front hatch (that is, with a front opening door). When installing, it is important to consider how convenient it will be to use the bathroom when ventilating the device after each wash.
• Recommended device height - 60 cm... When calculating the total height of the structure, add the dimensions of the sink and the distance between it and the equipment. The less free space between two products, the more attractive and harmonious the design looks.
• General the depth of the washing machine should not be more than 47 cm... The capacity of such products often does not exceed 3.5 kg, so a compact model may not be suitable for large families: you will have to wash it quite often. It is also worth considering the gap between the wall and the machine for placing utilities. Sometimes, in order for the pipes to fit, they make a small depression in the wall itself.

Good example bathroom decoration in the house P-44.

It is noteworthy that small-sized washing machines are more expensive than standard-sized products.

The photo shows the approximate parameters that you should rely on when choosing a washbasin and washing machine for a compact bathroom.

Step-by-step installation instructions

In order to correctly place the bowl over the washing machine, it is important to adhere to the following procedure:

1. We check the integrity of the kit in accordance with the list in the instructions. We recommend that you do this before purchasing. If parts are missing, the product must be replaced.
   

   

2. We assemble the structure, starting with the installation of the sink. To do this, we attach the tap to the hole for the mixer, and to it - the piping for cold and hot water supply ..
   

   

3. After installing the mixer, we make markings on the wall according to preliminary measurements. With a drill we make holes for the dowels and fix the brackets with self-tapping screws. We coat the area of ​​the sink in contact with the back wall with sealant. We connect the mixer to the water pipe.
   

   

4. We assemble a flat siphon and connect it to the drain, placing seals.
   

   

5. We fix the pipe, connecting it to the pipe with one end, and to the outlet into the sewer with the other.Coat threads and all seals with sealant.
   
6. We fix the flexible hose on the washing machine in this way, making a loop that will act as a water seal.
   

   

7. We connect the hose to the sewer next to the connected sink pipe. If desired, the drain hose can be led out into the tub.
   

   

8. We carefully inspect the connection points of all pipes and connections. We check the tightness of the sink by pouring water into it. If the installation was successful, install the washing machine and start the test wash.
   

   

The installation of the sink is simplified by using a rotary faucet that will supply water to both the bathroom and sink. In this case, you do not need to look for a place for additional communications behind the car. In this case, it is important that water from the tap does not get onto the appliance when turning.

Professionals tell in great detail about the assembly of the mixer, washbasin and washing machine in this video:

What does it look like in the interior?

The sink above the washing machine looks great in modern bathroom... If the furnishings require conciseness, the equipment can be hidden behind the curbstone facades.

And if space saving is not a priority, the washing machine can be installed under a one-piece overhead bowl with a wide wing that passes into the tabletop (as in the third photo). Such a solution will not cause difficulties and will definitely look spectacular!

In the photo there is a sink placed above the washing machine in a small bathroom. Thanks to the thoughtful organization of the space and the light design, the bathroom looks more spacious.

The design of sinks is diverse: today they produce models of round, oval and rectangular shapes, as well as curly products with asymmetric, beveled or semicircular corners.

The execution should obey the general style of the interior: for small bathrooms or combined bathrooms preferable to use minimalism, which means that a rectangular sink along the width of the machine will look more harmonious than a rounded one.

The washing machine under the wooden worktop looks luxurious and at the same time environmentally friendly. This solution requires more costs and time to connect communications, but the sink, which is located just above the wooden countertop, is more stable and looks very presentable, softening the corners of household appliances.

Some products are made to order: usually they are cast stone sinks that can take any shape. In the last photo, the washbasin above the washing machine smoothly goes into the support, creating a kind of partition. Equipment hides in this niche, becoming less noticeable.

In the photo, a rectangular washbasin above the washing machine in the interior of the combined bathroom. The product is equipped with a removable soap dish.

The sink over the washing machine is a bold and controversial, but at the same time practical and stylish solution. At the first impression, such a design may raise doubts, but a properly selected set for a small bathroom will delight for a long time with its functionality and aesthetics.