Washing machine stands: characteristics, types and tips for choosing

The washing machine has long been an integral part of any home. It is difficult to find a house or apartment without this irreplaceable device. There are tons of accessories and additional items that you need to buy with your washing machine. Today we will talk about special stands that need to be placed under the aforementioned household appliances.

Modern stands for washing machines are primarily needed to damp unwanted vibrations that are created during the operation of equipment. If you are tired of noisy washing and are afraid of damage to the floor finish, then buying such an item will be an excellent solution. A stand for a washing machine is a small part that can prevent the occurrence of many malfunctions in the functioning of household appliances.

The design of current washing machines contains such important functional details as shock absorbers, bearings and damper. While functioning, these components prevent vibration in the operation of the units. A technique that has been in use for a long time inevitably loses its original properties. Parts are subject to wear and tear, vibrations in operation intensify, and the machine cannot be dispensed with without a special stand for the typewriter.

Modern anti-vibration mounts are usually either round or square. Mostly on sale there are parts produced made of unpretentious polymer material. A set of such stands usually includes 4 parts. In most cases, these are white, gray, black or transparent products. Colorless versions with a transparent texture are made from silicone. The top of the pads produced today is very similar to a neat cap. It is on it that the support leg of the washing machine is put on.

Washing machine stands are also called anti-vibration. Let's see for what reasons household appliances can begin to vibrate strongly.

• Overload... If you load more things into the drum than is provided for by the design of a particular model, then it can begin to vibrate strongly.
• Vibrations arise also due to foreign things trapped in the space between the tank and the drum.
• Uneven loads. The items should be spread evenly over the surface of the drum, and not stuffed in piles in separate areas.
• Level... If the machine is not installed correctly or the floor in the room is at a slight angle, it will certainly vibrate during washing.
• Wood floor... The individual constituent parts of such floor coverings tend to move, which is why the surface is no longer stable.
• Deterioration of the system and breakage of certain parts. Most often, washing machines begin to vibrate strongly if there is a bearing failure. At the same time, the mobility of the drum decreases, the counterweight elements deteriorate.
• Special transit bolts... If you recently bought your clipper, you should make sure to remove all the bolts used to hold the individual parts in place during shipping.If you forget to remove them, the equipment can be seriously damaged.

Today, a large number of different stands are on sale, designed to be installed under the washing machine. These small but important details differ in many ways. So, meet products of different colors. The most popular options are listed above, but you can look for other colors as well. Sometimes there are brown, cream, blue specimens. The most popular and common are the round or square coasters. But the assortment of such products does not end there either. Some manufacturers produce more original and unusual parts made in the form of flowers or lion paws.

The dimensional parameters of the linings for the washing machine are practically the same. In most cases, the diameter and diagonal of the considered elements of any kind are in the range from 45 to 65 mm. Despite this, buyers still need to pay attention to the size of the accessories, especially their internal values. They should not be smaller than the supporting parts of household appliances themselves.

It is possible to classify these accessories for washing machines by their direct type. The classification includes such items.

• Rugs. They are usually made from wear-resistant and unpretentious rubber that can last a very long time. The thickness of these products can be 1.5-2.5 cm. The dimensions of the width and length of the rugs vary.

• Separate parts for each machine leg... These specimens are made from different materials. Products made from rubber, polyvinyl chloride, silicone are popular. In the inner part of these specimens, there are depressions, the edges of the product are above the middle. The standard size of these pads is 5x5.

• Legs. These stands attach to the washing machine, replacing the original support parts. In the lower part, there is already a necessary and well-fixed rubber washer.

• Stand with drawer... A more complex part in the device to prevent machine vibrations. Such a model will slightly raise household appliances above the floor level, making it more convenient to load and unload laundry from the drum, because households will not have to bend too much for this. Such specimens are compact boxes with a height of 50 cm.

• On wheels. There are also such types of stands on sale, which are equipped with wheels and support legs. Thanks to these accessories, the washing machine can stand in its place during operation, without moving or moving anywhere. There are models that can be moved apart, giving them the desired design and size. If desired, this part can be used to make it easy to move household appliances to another place chosen by the owners.

Stands for washing machines differ and the materials from which they are made. The performance of the protective elements, and their effectiveness, and their cost depend on this factor.

• Rubber... The most popular and frequently encountered products. They boast excellent strength characteristics and wear resistance. They flawlessly cope with their main duties: they easily eliminate slipping of household appliances during work thanks to excellent adhesion to any floor surfaces. Rubber pads damp vibrations without any problems due to their elasticity. On sale you can find not only standard, but also original copies of interesting shapes.

• Silicone... Washing machine stands are also made of silicone, and such products are as popular as their rubber rivals. Both those and other options have many similar qualities and characteristics. These products differ in color and structure.

• Chipboard, fiberboard, wood. These materials are used to make drawer stands for washing machines. From above, these structures are usually clad with various suitable materials. The most expensive, of course, are wood models, but this is not the most practical, albeit environmentally friendly, option, because the wood must be treated with antiseptics. Products made of fiberboard or laminated chipboard will cost less, but they cannot be called attractive, and their service life is always less than that of structures made of natural wood.

At first glance, it may seem that it is very easy and simple to choose the ideal coasters for the washing machine. In fact, for this you need to take into account a lot of important parameters of household appliances, for which you are looking for additional supports. Let's figure out how to choose these functional additions correctly.

• Options... It is important to consider the dimensions of the selected accessories for the washing machine. Before going to the store, measure the diameter of the legs and look at their shape. It is important to consider these parameters so that you can buy exactly those parts that will ideally fit your device.
• Material quality... It is equally important to choose a stand made of the most practical, wear-resistant, durable and discreet material. Semi-synthetic rubber is considered the best solution. This material has all the necessary qualities and performance characteristics.
• Design... Despite the fact that the stands for the washing machine are often made small and almost invisible, it is still worth considering their design. These details can be used to decorate the vehicle body. For this, stands in the form of paws of a wild animal or original stand-boxes of an attractive shade and texture are suitable.
• Price. When choosing the most suitable stands, consider your own financial capabilities. If you can afford to purchase expensive accessories made from high quality materials, these are the best options. Excessive savings are inappropriate here, because you are buying items that will extend the life of your household appliances.
• Shop. To buy such things, you should go to specialty stores. It is not recommended to buy stands for washing machines on the market or in dubious outlets - here you run the risk of purchasing a low-quality and short-lived product, which unscrupulous sellers will pass off as the strongest and most reliable.

In the next video, you will find an overview and installation of anti-vibration pads under the washing machine.