What s really important to bear in mind when making a purchase is whether your device is top opening or front opening.
Average height of washing machine with lid open.
You may also consider a stacked laundry center at 74 76 high x 24 28 wide x 27 33 deep.
Washer dryer pairs average 75 inches tall when stacked leaving just 11 inches of space above them in a room with an 8 foot ceiling.
For smaller spaces consider compact washing machines and compact dryers as well as stackable solutions.
High capacity machines higher capacity front loading machines can range up to 42 inches tall not including pedestal stacking kits which add 7 to 15 inches to the height of the machines.
The height of a washer or dryer typically ranges from 38 to 43 inches while the depth varies between 28 and 34 inches.
Side by side washer dryer pairs stand 33 inches tall and need another 24 inches of clearance for a top loading washer leaving 39 inches above the washer for a cabinet.
For full size stackable washer and dryers you ll typically need a space that s 80 high x 28 wide x 31 34 deep.
Remember you ll need to leave enough space to adequately open the washer or dryer doors.
Additionally if you plan to stack your front load machines you will need to consider your laundry area s ceiling height as well.