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Laundry Pedestal Plans
A washer and dryer pedestal: a plywood platform that raises the machines about 15 in, so you load them without bending, with an open bay under each machine for a laundry basket. The top is two layers glued together, and a full-height panel stands under each side of every machine, so the weight goes straight to the floor. A lip along the front stops the machines from walking off when they spin. The defaults fit two 27 in machines side by side; set the width to 700 mm for a single washer pedestal. Building it takes a weekend with a saw and a drill.
- Default size
- 1450 × 380 × 760 mm
- Parts
- 11 pieces · 8 sizes
- Sheets (2440 × 1220 mm (4 × 8 ft))
- 2 carcass + 1 door
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Build time
- About 6 hours
- Edge band
- 11.1 m
Cut list (default size)
| Part | Qty | Length | Width | Thick. | Board | Edges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top | 1 | 1450 | 760 | 18 | Door board 18 mm (wood look) | |
| Top under-layer | 1 | 1450 | 760 | 18 | Carcass board 18 mm | |
| Side | 2 | 760 | 344 | 18 | Carcass board 18 mm |
Sizes in millimetres; length runs along the grain. Edges: bold lines are banded.
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How it is built
- Glue and screw the two top layers together, and screw the top down into every upright panel.
- Level the pedestal on the floor before the machines go on, and put anti-vibration pads under their feet.
- Seal every face and edge: laundry rooms are damp and hoses leak.
- Check that the doors of the machines still open over the front lip.
Common mistakes
- Leaving the top as a single layer: it flexes when the washer spins.
- Stacking a dryer on a DIY pedestal: use the maker's stacking kit on the floor instead.
Tools you need
- Circular saw with a guide or table saw
- Drill/driver
- Level
- Clamps
Frequently asked questions
What is a laundry pedestal?
A box that raises a front-load washer or dryer 10–16 in (250–400 mm) off the floor, so the door is at a comfortable height, usually with a drawer or space for a basket underneath.
How tall should a washer pedestal be?
Most are 12–16 in (300–400 mm). Higher than that and the machines vibrate more and the controls of a top-loader get hard to reach. The default is 380 mm (15 in).
Is a DIY pedestal strong enough?
Yes, built like this: a full washer weighs 200–300 lb (90–135 kg), and upright 3/4 in plywood panels under its feet carry many times that. The double top spreads the load and keeps it flat.
How wide should it be for a washer and dryer?
Most full-size machines are 27 in (686 mm) wide: two side by side need about 56–57 in (1420–1450 mm), with a little space between them. Measure your machines before you cut.
