#90 Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 Yes, I know this is a weird post. But, I really need some advice. I have a 27 inch DEEP stackable washer and dryer that needs to be replaced. All the new models are 30 inches DEEP. The closet that the washer and dryer are in is 34 1/2 inches from the back wall to the front(sliding door) Does anyone think that it is possible to put a new machine in that tight of a space? Keep in mind it is a gas dryer and has that fat venting hose behind it. Any thoughts/suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks...#90 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 Yes, I know this is a weird post. But, I really need some advice. I have a 27 inch DEEP stackable washer and dryer that needs to be replaced. All the new models are 30 inches DEEP. The closet that the washer and dryer are in is 34 1/2 inches from the back wall to the front(sliding door) Does anyone think that it is possible to put a new machine in that tight of a space? Keep in mind it is a gas dryer and has that fat venting hose behind it. Any thoughts/suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks...#90 you gotta do some research. get online for the product spec sheet. what kinda wall is in the back? if it's drywall maybe you can play games by cuttin out the back wall some to allow room for vent between the studs. what kinda door is hung? if bifold maybe you can cheat the door out to the edge a couple inches. good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green DNA Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 you gotta do some research. get online for the product spec sheet. what kinda wall is in the back? if it's drywall maybe you can play games by cuttin out the back wall some to allow room for vent between the studs. what kinda door is hung? if bifold maybe you can cheat the door out to the edge a couple inches. good luck You must be mistaken, he asked about washers and dryers, not toasters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 You must be mistaken, he asked about washers and dryers, not toasters. oh nevermind. sorry I shoulda clued in on the gas part. i've yet to see a gas toaster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#90 Posted March 14, 2008 Author Share Posted March 14, 2008 ......you gotta do some research. get online for the product spec sheet. Here's the deal. I can not punch out any space in the backwall. The standard for all new stackables is just over 30 inches DEEP. I have 34 1/2 inches from the back wall to the folding doors in the front. Will that 4 inches or so be enough to have room for the venting hose? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green DNA Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 ......you gotta do some research. get online for the product spec sheet. Here's the deal. I can not punch out any space in the backwall. The standard for all new stackables is just over 30 inches DEEP. I have 34 1/2 inches from the back wall to the folding doors in the front. Will that 4 inches or so be enough to have room for the venting hose? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alk Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 ......you gotta do some research. get online for the product spec sheet. Here's the deal. I can not punch out any space in the backwall. The standard for all new stackables is just over 30 inches DEEP. I have 34 1/2 inches from the back wall to the folding doors in the front. Will that 4 inches or so be enough to have room for the venting hose? The only way to know would be to measure the diamater of the hose. I seriously doubt it will fit though unless the vent from the drier happens to line up directly with your vent going out of the house. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boozer76 Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 Not only would it likely not fit, but it would likely fail local code standards and be considered a fire hazard. I believe 6" from all walls is the standard code. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerryK Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 Do you have to get a NEW one? Ask any guy you know who has rental properties where he gets refurb equipment. There are shops in most cities that will sell you appliances at 90% of the original condition. ...and since they're used, they *might* be 27 inches deep. jmo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 I have a GE stackable that is only about 20" deep for the physical metal bodies of the appliances. I'll check for the model number and book when I get home. It's a European model, so I'm not sure they sell it in the states, but I'm not sure why they wouldn't. They specifically had to buy us one from an "American company". It's also pretty small and we are always bitching about how many loads we have to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#90 Posted March 15, 2008 Author Share Posted March 15, 2008 Thanks Fella's. I really apppreciate it. Keep all that good info coming...... ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sperm Edwards Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 Bump out the front closet so it's the inside is a couple of inches deeper. Duh. It's just some 2x4's for the frame with sheetrock screwed to it & moulding along the baseboard (or crown as well if you have that). Paint the outside & inside & now you have an amply-sized closet for any model you like. Even if it's not your thing & don't want to pay someone, you must have a buddy who's good with this stuff. That might take you a full day if you're slow with that stuff, but the materials won't cost sh*t. Plus you get to break a little bit of wall & breaking stuff is cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JETSFAN5180 Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 They make dryer venting duct work that can be purchased at a plumbing supply place.The big box stores do not carry this.Its flat duct work with the necessary connections to accomodate any application.Ive seen it and used it its flat wide and about 2-3 inches thick.Its actually stronger and better than the flimsy venting hoses sold in most stores. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 They make dryer venting duct work that can be purchased at a plumbing supply place.The big box stores do not carry this.Its flat duct work with the necessary connections to accomodate any application.Ive seen it and used it its flat wide and about 2-3 inches thick.Its actually stronger and better than the flimsy venting hoses sold in most stores. yeah good advice. get a local installer to advise you of the options. customizing your ductwork sounds viable. I would draw it out on paper with dimensions of the inwall piping & take it to your dealer. can the folding door be cheated out a couple of inches? or as dna suggested go out & get a $hitload of quarters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetaholic Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 You might want to try a GE frontloader. I've switched to frontloaders for almost 10 years now and I would highly recommend them. GE is my favorite brand and if I had the $$ I would make the switch back. I have a Maytag front loader now. almost all front loaders are stackable and this model is. http://products.geappliances.com/ApplProducts/Dispatcher?REQUEST=SPECPAGE&SKU=WSSH300GWW&SITEID=GEA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 My washer is a GE front loader model no. WWH0809 or WWHO809. The dryer is DDE7609FWW. Like I said, they are kind of teeny. Not even 20 inches deep. If I were paying for it I'd have gotten something much bigger, but I can't complain about the price. I would look into the alternative ducting or enlarging the closet before I got such a small one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sperm Edwards Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 My washer is a GE front loader model no. WWH0809 or WWHO809. The dryer is DDE7609FWW. Like I said, they are kind of teeny. Not even 20 inches deep. If I were paying for it I'd have gotten something much bigger, but I can't complain about the price. I would look into the alternative ducting or enlarging the closet before I got such a small one. No one wants to hear about your Euro-washer/dryer. People there don't clean their clothes or bodies appropriately anyway, so you should stay out of this topic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 No one wants to hear about your Euro-washer/dryer. People there don't clean their clothes or bodies appropriately anyway, so you should stay out of this topic. That's why we had to buy a GE washer/dryer. I think it works with either US or Euro spec electricity. As for the European washing habits please be advised that I just got back from a 500 km base run. Believe me, deodorant was on the shopping list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sperm Edwards Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 That's why we had to buy a GE washer/dryer. I think it works with either US or Euro spec electricity. As for the European washing habits please be advised that I just got back from a 500 km base run. Believe me, deodorant was on the shopping list. I believe you. You and the cigarette-scented deodorant they seem to use over there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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