Pedestal Stand For Washing Machine?
Hello, I've got a Hotpoint WMBF742G Aquarius washing machine which I'm very happy with. My only problem at the moment is that my back has been getting worse over the last few months and carrying out the washing chores is becoming quite the ordeal. I've heard that you can get washing machine stands that raise up the hight of the washer allowing you to lod/unload it without having to bend so far down. This would be perfect for me and my back. I have a separate utility room so its not slotted under cupboards. Raising it would therefore not be a problem. Any suggestions on where I might be able to find one that's suitable for this model? As cheap as possible but sturdy would be best. Thanks.
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Advice sought on pedestal stand for Hotpoint WMBF742G Aquarius washing machine
- The problem
- The owner of a Hotpoint WMBF742G Aquarius wanted to raise the washing machine to reduce bending when loading and unloading, due to worsening back problems. The appliance itself was reported as working well.
- Likely cause
- Not a machine fault. The issue was finding a suitable, sturdy pedestal or stand to raise the washer safely.
- What fixed it
- The accepted advice was that a purpose-designed washing machine pedestal was the safest option, with dimensions checked for suitability. Universal stands found by the owner were discussed, but forum advice was that many appeared unsuitable because they did not raise the machine enough and some had wheels, which could allow movement in use unless they locked securely. A Wpro Pedestal, apparently made by Whirlpool, was suggested as a possible product to search for locally.
- Checks to try
- Model identified as Hotpoint WMBF742G Aquarius
- Owner confirmed the washing machine was not fitted under cupboards, so extra height would not be a problem
- Owner found new and used universal stands locally
- Forum advice noted some stands had wheels and limited height increase
- Parts or tools mentioned
- Wpro Pedestal
- purpose-designed washing machine pedestal
Safety: Do not use a stand with wheels unless it locks securely and is designed to support a washing machine safely during use.
5 Answers
The only washing machine raising pedistal I know about is linked to in my article here about how to raise a washing machine off the floor - it's not cheap but designed specifically for the job (check dimensions) and may be worth it if you have a problem to solve.
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Thank you, I'll read the article. I recently moved to India after my husband secured a good job here and we had the washer and all of our other large appliances/furniture sent over in a large shipping container. If I was back in the UK, I'm sure I'd have no problem getting hold of one, but here its a little different.
So i've done a little bit of searching and have found some new and used washing machine stands at this second hand for sale site. They have new universal one's for pretty cheap so I could just get one of those and see. I'll ask my husband, the man of all knowledge to see what he thinks but I don't really see why one of those wouldn't be ok. They are obviously built to be sturdy enough to withstand the weight of a washer.
Most of them look unsuitable to be honest. They don't raise the washing machine up much and have wheels on them. They look designed to make moving washing machines about easier not raising it up to make it easier to use. The only one that looks like it raises the washing machine up enough to make loading and unloading easier looks hand made and has big wheels on it.
You don't want anything with wheels on unless you can be satisfied they will lock properly otherwise the washer would be moving around all over the place when used. The one I linked too looks like the only real contender but I think they only ship in the UK. It is apparently made by Whirlpool so try searching for Wpro Pedestal to see if anyone sells it in India or if Whirlpool supply spares and accessories there.
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Yep, that's what he said too, thanks for the advice. I'm going to continue looking for something better. What do I know ay!
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