WHAT ARE WASHER AND DRYER PEDESTALS FOR?

Washer and dryer pedestals raise front-load machines up 10–16 inches to help reduce the amount of bending and stooping needed to load and unload items.  More recent innovations include built-in storage or washing machine compartments.

Washing machine pedestals are only recommended for front-load models. If you place your top-load washer on a pedestal, it can actually make loading and unloading your laundry more difficult. You should be able to comfortably reach the bottom of the laundry basket on a top-load washer.

WHAT IS A PEDESTAL WASHER?

Pedestal washers have a small washing compartment built in. These compartments let you wash a small load when you just have a few items, or wash some things separately from your main load. You can sometimes use a pedestal washer by itself if it has its own water and drain lines.

ARE WASHER AND DRYER PEDESTALS A GOOD FIT FOR MY LAUNDRY ROOM?

Since laundry pedestals are installed underneath washers and dryers, you’ll add vertical storage to your laundry room without taking up any extra floor space. As long as you have enough open space above your units, you’ll have room to install washer & dryer pedestals. Here are some other reasons a washing machine pedestal and a matching dryer pedestal might be right for you.

• YOU HAVE FRONT-LOAD MACHINES: Pedestals raise side by side, front-load washers and dryers by as much as 16 inches for easier access when loading, transferring and removing clothes
• YOU HAVE A SMALL SPACE: Laundry pedestals won’t require any more square footage from your layout. Just install under your washer and dryer.
• YOU WANT TO DECLUTTER: Who doesn’t? Keep small items like laundry detergent, dryer sheets and fabric softener organized and tucked away in a pedestal that matches your washer or dryer for a neat and tidy look.

WHAT SHOULD I LOOK FOR WHEN BUYING LAUNDRY PEDESTALS?

Size:
Make sure the laundry pedestals will support your washer or dryer. It’s best to stick with the same brand as your appliances and see if there is a recommended matching pedestal. If not, check the dimensions of each product to make sure they line up. Make sure to also check the pedestal’s weight limit against the weight of your washer or dryer.

HEIGHT:
Ensure the washer and dryer pedestals lift appliances to a height that is comfortable for you and anyone else doing laundry in your household. You’ll also want to check that you have enough open vertical space to ensure that the total height with the pedestal installed does not interfere with upper cabinets, shelving or anything else above your washer. Maytag offers a 10-inch laundry pedestal or a few 15.5-inch laundry pedestal options so you can find just the right fit.

FUNCTIONS:
Consider whether you’re just looking for some extra height with a basic pedestal, want some extra storage, or need the additional pedestal washer function.

FINISH & COLOR:
For a cohesive look, you’ll want to match the color or finish of your appliances and new laundry pedestals. You can usually find washer/dryer pedestals in all the standard finishes like white, black and metallic.

COST:
Pedestals for washers and dryers that are essentially just raised stands will come with a lower price tag. The extra convenience of a storage drawer or compartment will up the cost a bit, while pedestal washers are at the higher end of the price range.

INSTALLATION:
Make sure you have everything you need to get started with a new laundry pedestal. If you bring home Maytag^® washer and dryer stands, learn how to install your laundry pedestal with our video guide.