How to make a cabinet above the washing machine in the bathroom?

Design of a small bright bathroom with a rational use of space

Nowadays, small studio apartments, or apartments in the so-called “Khrushchev”, where every centimeter must be properly used to take maximum advantage of the space, are very popular. For a modern interior, beautiful, high-quality and functional furniture is the main rule.

The cabinet for the washing machine in the bathroom allows you to close the machine and use the rest of the space for storing household chemicals, towels, linen

One of the highlights is the equipment of the place for the washing machine. No matter where it is located - in the bathroom, hallway or kitchen. Installation in the bathroom is certainly much easier than, for example, in the kitchen. Installation does not require additional supply of hoses.

Cabinet for washing machine in the bathroom in the built-in niche

To save space in the room or masking household appliances it has become popular to make the cupboard above the washing machine.

A built-in cabinet for a washing machine in a small bathroom allows you to properly use the free space.

The advantages and disadvantages of this interior solution

Washer and dryer in cabinet with convenient and functional shelves and drawers

Let's start with the pros.

1. First, the cabinet covers household appliances from moisture (if the washing machine is in the bathroom, water naturally falls on it), protecting it, thereby its body from corrosion.
   

   A convenient cabinet for a washing machine and washbasin looks stylish and beautiful, and also protects the washing machine from external influences

2. Secondly, the cabinet can be made vertical, and the upper compartment above the machine can be filled, for example, with household chemicals. Everything is convenient and “at hand”, and significantly saves space. A large number of additional shelves creates order and simplifies cleaning the bathroom.

The cabinet for the boiler above the washing machine closes it well from prying eyes and serves as additional storage space.

The built-in cabinet can be installed only in large rooms. It requires a lot of space, so for small apartments, this option, unfortunately, will not work.

Rack with open shelves above the washing machine in a small bathroom

The only negative is that you can not notice the leak in time, if the washing machine is installed inside. Also, the cabinet may be short-lived, but it will depend on the material that you select for its manufacture.

White homemade locker above the washing machine installed in the niche

Minimalist bathroom with a washing machine under the cabinet

The choice of building materials

The cabinet above the washing machine made of white semi-gloss laminated chipboard made independently

Before choosing building materials, careful and accurate measurement of the bathroom and washing machine is necessary. Different models have different dimensions. Then you need to make a drawing, considering the size of the cabinet. It should be 3-4 cm wider than a washing machine.

A small wall cupboard above the washing machine in a niche

For height, choose the most suitable option for you, can vary from 2 to 2.5 meters. The higher the design, the greater the number of functional shelves. Note: high construction is unstable. The size of the cabinet should correspond to the size of the bathroom, large furniture in small rooms looks ridiculous and takes a lot of space.

Moisture resistant MDF for the manufacture of the cabinet in the bathroom

After the measurement, we go to the store and select the moisture-resistant MDF, which is the most suitable and budget option for the manufacture of furniture. This is a relatively new material, which is obtained by pressing the fine dry sawdust. But at the same time, it is very resistant to aggressive environmental influences. When choosing MDF you should pay attention to the thickness, choose the desired color and texture. It must be PVC coated for extra protection from moisture. The thickness of MDF requires at least 19-20 mm, with such parameters the cabinet will come out very reliable and will withstand a washing machine weighing about 80 kg.

Carefully examine the surface of the product for the presence of chips and scratches. Proceed to making.

Equipment and tools for the manufacture of the cabinet

From the tools you need a fairly standard set:

1. drill;
2. screwdriver;
3. jigsaw;
4. metal corners;
5. screws;
6. tape measure, pencil.

Before making the locker, we calculate the dimensions of all the parts. Intermediate shelves will be 10-15 mm shorter than the lower and upper walls. Make the markup and cut out the parts to individual size. You can order ready-made material that will be cut on a special machine.

Details of the future shelf from white MDF

Step-by-step instruction:

1. First of all, fasten to the base of the legs.
2. Mark up the holes for the shelf holders on the side walls.
   

   Holes for mounting shelves on the side walls

3. Drill a hole with a drill and insert shelf supports.
4. Take the base (bottom) and connect it with the help of angles and screws with side walls.
   

   Holes for connecting the cabinet frame

   

   Coupling screws and end hole

5. We fix the top of the cabinet and the back wall with the help of corners.
6. Next, install the internal shelves.
7. In conclusion, we install the door with the door closer. If desired, you can make the door with a mirror. Mirrors visually increase the space in the room, so many designers enjoy this advantage.

Cabinet with shelves inside and with shelves, built-in niche in the bathroom

In some cases, the washing machine does not close the door, and it harmoniously "fits" with the new interior. A white washing machine can be put in a classic snow-white bathroom, and metallic gray will fit in a bathroom with gray ceramic tiles.

Large cabinet above the washing machine near the shower

If there is no time and opportunity to place the cabinet, a simpler and more affordable option is possible - placing shelves above the washing machine. On them it is also possible to store various accessories that are necessary in daily care.

Convenient shelves above the washing machine

You can make them from an improvised material, for example, pieces of MDF, which could remain after the repair of an apartment, or from glass covered with film (for easier maintenance).

Spacious do-it-yourself indoor bathroom cabinet

Bathroom cabinet with space for washing machine

Buy ready-made furniture, or create a budget and the most suitable in size universal shelving or cabinet? In any case, the choice is yours.

Corner cabinet with integrated washing machine

Washing machine in a small bathroom with comfortable and functional lockers and shelves

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