Stackable Washer Dryer Clearance Dimensions

Washers and dryers come in a variety of styles and sizes.

Stackable washer dryer clearance dimensions.

Washers vary between 25 and 28 inches in depth while dryers can be between 25 and 32 inches deep. They also offer preset programs for certain fabrics speeds or soil levels. Some can cleanse allergens add detergent from a bulk dispenser or let you toss in garments after the cycle starts. Despite the compact size the unit still needs enough clearance to function properly including about 1 inch on the sides 6 inches at the top and 4 inches in the back.

Most stackable washers and dryers are 77 to 80 inches tall stacked 27 inches wide and 30 to 34 inches deep. Washer dryer combos are 33 to 39 inches tall 23 to 27 inches wide and 22 to 30 inches deep. However when determining the right size of washer and dryer for your space you need to remember to add some clearance space. All laundry rooms are designed differently and while you might be coveting a new large capacity washer your laundry room layout may only have room for a set of stackable or compact washers and dyers.

Most manufacturers will tell you what the width height and depth of their washer and dryer units right away. Standard washer and dryers have different dimensions from stackable washers and dryers. Washer dryer combo dimensions tend to be in the range of 27 inches wide by 29 inches deep by 38 inches tall. Top loading machines are typically around 36 inches in height while front loaders have more variance usually between 34 and 39 inches.

Whether you position them side by side or plan to stack them there are a few things to consider before installing your new machines. Energy star certified or high efficiency stackable washers will save water and money as well as space.