During most renovations, the washing machine will be placed directly on the balcony to facilitate drying. However, when the balcony is used as a laundry area, we should also pay attention to the following four points, so that it will be more worry-free and labor-saving.
1. Size
If you plan to place the washing machine on the balcony, you must determine the size in advance and reserve the socket in advance to avoid the situation that it cannot be installed later. You need to discuss this with the decoration master and designer If you communicate in advance, you can usually choose your favorite refrigerator after picking up the room.
If your home has a washing machine + dryer, the placement methods are:
1, side by side
2, stacked
with the dryer on top. It is best to purchase them as a set to increase the safety and stability of use. sex.
2. Storage
The wall above the washing machine should not be left idle. Install wall cabinets or make several rows of shelves to place some cleaning supplies, which will be convenient to use. However, it is not recommended to choose white for balcony cabinets to prevent the cabinets from turning yellow and unsightly due to direct sunlight.
3. Laundry pool
A laundry pool is installed on the balcony, and cabinets can be built under the pool. Secondly, try to choose an integrated basin. Not only does it look more unified, but the countertop and basin are seamlessly formed, making it less likely to trap dirt and evil and make it easier to clean. If the balcony is wide enough, you can install an additional mop pool next to it, which is convenient for daily washing and mopping.
Or use brick countertops. Compared with wooden cabinets, you don’t have to worry about moisture and mold, and they can withstand wind and sun. The most important thing is that they are durable and more supportive.
4. Waterproofing and drainage
The balcony should be waterproofed. Although the washing machine itself will not leak, if water is used for a long time, it will inevitably cause the wall to peel and crack due to moisture. In order to facilitate future use, it is still necessary to waterproof the balcony. . The waterproof wall of the balcony should be at least 30 centimeters high. If a wash basin and washing machine are placed on the balcony, it should be 1.2 meters high.
Determine the approximate location of the washing machine on the balcony, and deal with the drainage problem, so that it is convenient and smooth to use.
Use the balcony as a laundry area. If you do the above 4 points, your life after moving in will be more comfortable and convenient.
