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Jacky Parker

5 Design Mistakes You're Making With Your Washing Machine That Are Making It Way Less Functional — And What Designers Do Instead

Painted green kitchen with boot room.

We get it — wondering where the washing machine will go is not the most exciting part of a refurb, and it's an easy mistake to make, not giving it as much consideration as other elements of your design. Yet, its location and accessibility will impact your daily life in ways that you may not realize. This is because the ease with which we are able to carry out our most basic weekly tasks, such as laundry, can either make these chores a breeze or turn them into a battle. So, whether you're installing your washing machine in the kitchen, bathroom, or utility room, there are design mistakes that will make it less functional. Discover the mistakes that experts always notice that you need to avoid, and what they suggest you do instead for a streamlined space.

1. Tucking It Into a Tight Corner

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