Washing machine valve position

MIKE007 · Feb 16, 2014

I will install my laundry set in a small room. The units will be stacked against a wall ~5'. On one side I will have a narrow cabinet. Question: where to install the hot/cold water valve?
What is the best position for this setup?

Thanks,
M.

Cacher_Chick · Feb 16, 2014

I would prefer them to be on one side or the other, where the valves are accessible to turn on and off without moving anything.

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Dj2 · Feb 16, 2014

Above the washer or near there.

Cacher_Chick · Feb 16, 2014

Yes, above and to the side would be my liking.

Jadnashua · Feb 16, 2014

While many people never shut the water off to their WM when done, it is a disaster waiting to happen...the flexible hoses do eventually wear out. So, you do want the valves where you can access them easily - that makes it more likely you will use them as they should be used. If you get one of the WM boxes that also contains the drain fitting, there is a height restriction , but mainly, you don't want it too low or you could drain the WM without the pump running.

hj · Feb 17, 2014

quote; Above the washer or near there.

That is where the dryer is going to be. Put them on a side wall where you can reach them.

MIKE007 · Feb 17, 2014

Thank you for suggestion. To make everything more complicated there is no space on side walls: Right is a corner and left a storage cabinet.

I have Belanger concealed laundry faucet. Can I install the valves in next room? Is a storage area.

hj · Feb 18, 2014

You can put ANY washer control valves anywhere you want them, (even on the front porch if that suits your fancy). The only criteria is that they be accessible in an emergency.

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