This step by step diy woodworking project is about washer dryer pedestal plans. If you want to build a storage pedestal for your washer machine, pay attention to these plans and buy durable materials. Plan every step of the project with great care otherwise you might end up spending more money than initially planned. All the components should be in perfect condition (straight and without any visible flaws).
We have designed the pedestal as to require a basic investment but to also come with a significant storage space. If you want to get the job done in a professional manner, we recommend you to adjust the size and the designs of the pedestal as to fit in your closet and properly support the washer and the dryer. Therefore, it is essential to measure the size of the dryer and washer before starting the woodworking project.
On the other hand, if you want to build a pedestal with a nice appearance, we strongly recommend you to invest in high quality lumber. Therefore, we suggest you to use quality lumber, such as pine, redwood or cedar and 3/4 plywood. After assembling the pedestal, you need to fill the holes with putty and to smooth the surface with fine-grit sandpaper. Work with attention, if you want to get a professional result. See all my Premium Plans in the Shop.
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Washer dryer pedestal plans
Building a dryer washer pedestal
Materials
- A – 4 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 60” long JOISTS
- B – 16 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 25” long JOISTS
- C – 2 pieces of 3/4″ plywood – 28″x60″ long FLOORING
- D – 6 piece of 4×4 lumber – 11″ LEGS
- 1 piece of 4×4 lumber – 8 ft
- 8 pieces of 2×4 lumber – 8 ft
- 1 pieces of 3/4″ plywood – 4’x8′
- 2 1/2″ screws
- 1 5/8″ screws
- construction glue
- stain, wood filler
Tools
- Safety gloves, glasses
- Miter saw, jigsaw
- Chalk line, tape measure, spirit level, carpentry pencil
- Drill machinery and drill bits
Tips
- Apply several coats of wood stain to the wooden components
- Fill the holes with wood filler and smooth the surface
Time
- One Day
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Building a washer dryer pedestal
Building a dryer washer pedestal
The first step of the woodworking project is to build the base of the washer dryer pedestal. As you can easily notice in the plans, we recommend you to cut the 2×4 slats at the right size and to lock them together with 2 1/2″ galvanized screws. Check if the corners are right angled by using a carpentry square.
Attaching the plywood floor
The next step of the project is to attach the 3/4″ plywood flooring to the base frame, in order to get a professional result. Draw the cut lines before adjusting the size of the plywood sheet to the right dimensions. Align the plywood panel and lock it into place with 1 5/8″ galvanized screws.
Attaching the legs
Continue the woodworking project by attaching the 4×4 legs to the base frame. As you can notice in the plans, we recommend you to drill pocket holes through the posts and to insert 2 1/2″ galvanized frame into the base frame. Plumb the posts with a spirit level and add waterproof glue to the joints.
Attaching the top of the pedestal
One of the last steps of the project is to attach the top to the pedestal. Align the frame at both ends and drill pocket holes through the posts before inserting screws into it. Work with attention and always check the corners for squareness before fitting a component.
Washer dryer pedestal plans
Last but not least, we recommend you to take care of the finishing touches. Fill the holes with wood filler and let it to dry out for several hours. Afterwards, smooth the wooden surface with fine-grit sandpaper and vacuum the residues.
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