How to Install Laundry Closet Countertop

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How to Install a Laundry Closet Countertop (Laundry Room Remodel Phase 1)
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FOR THIS COUNTERTOP YOU WILL NEED:
Materials List:
(1) Full Sheet (4'x8') 3/4" Plywood
2x2s @ 8 feet long (wall cleats) *measure for length
(1) 1x3 or 1x2 @ 8 feet long (front edging strip)
2 1/2" or 3" Wood Screws
1 1/4" Nails
Stain/Seal + Supplies
Tools: Sander, nail gun, Drill (+ 3/4" spade bit), level
Measurement Cuts:
(1) Full Sheet Plywood (countertop cut to closet width and depth of washer/dryer)
*mine is 61" wide and 32" deep, cut into 2 strips:
@ 24" deep and 8" (for back piece)
2x2s @ width and depth of closet (cleats)
(1) 1x3 @ width of plywood (countertop)
*mine is 61" wide
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@christina4783 2 года назад

I’m a new single mother and hade no idea where to begin with this! Thank you so, so, so, much for this video! 🙌🙏 😘

@dough537 6 лет назад

Kristy, your access door at the back of the countertop is genius. I am a function-over-style kind of guy, so I have been shaking my head at those laundry countertop installations with the utilities stuck away where they are difficult to disconnect, particularly if an emergency occurs. Without a floor drain in the laundry room, turning off the water during down times is a good idea for people like us who have wood floors in adjacent rooms. Thank you for showing me the solution to satisfy function without corrupting style.

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

You bet!! I am all about functionality and figuring out what's most practical! Glad to hear we think alike :D

@mrrobinson10 4 года назад

Best video on laundry countertops I've seen yet. Thanks!

@bartcarlamclain578 2 года назад

Great Job my dad was a cabinet maker. I have been looking for ideas for my laundry room yours is by far my favorite so far. I am going to save it and try it. Thanks.

@ERIKAKEMERLY2010 6 лет назад

You have inspired me! 😁 I have just redone my laundry room closet and I'm def going to be doing this!

@collef1136 Год назад

Love this And the lift up board at the back is just a great idea. Way to go girl 👍🎉

@angelinasoto6939 3 года назад

Ive watched dozens of videos and yours by far was the best one! The only difference is that my washer/dryer are not in a closet (I live in an apt. Building ) and would only be working with two sides of a wall. At least I have an idea of how to built the countertop. Thanks a million!

@mrjdavila 4 года назад

Thank you for posting this instructional video. It is very helpful. We used some of your pointers and updated our laundry room.

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 4 года назад

Jose Davila oh good I’m so glad!!😀

@richardwhite2027 4 года назад

Such a great video - super helpful!

@LaRue1212 3 года назад

This is so helpful. I'm going to try this. Thank you!

@pamelayoo1583 6 лет назад

Great job! I love it! specially the back folding to access cables! Great idea!

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

Nikky Nikky thank you!!😊💓

@raeleeninNC 5 лет назад

I just finished mine from using your video. I was actually a fairly easy project . I had problem with drilling. I hate drilling LOL. I am glad I did it though.

@smitty7592 3 года назад

I like the section in the back to get to the shutoffs. First time I’ve seen that.

@star.c4644 3 года назад

That’s awesome! You are so smart! 👏

@x0nor Год назад

Fantastic. Thank you for the inspiration.

@PathToAgile 4 года назад

Nice job. I am going to try it. I hope it turns out as great as yours. thanks for the tutorial.

@breezergirl6318 6 лет назад

Extactly what I needed, thanks for sharing!

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

You bet! Glad I could help :)

@lisaprice6220 4 года назад

Well . This is exactly what I need... I think I am going to give it a try

@missnaturalme 6 лет назад

Thank you for this video. You make it look so easy that I am willing to try it. Great job.

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

Shae Laird this makes me so happy!! Thank you 😀 You can do it!

@leeluv96 6 лет назад

It came out nice!

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

leeluv96 thank you very much!

@raeleeninNC 6 лет назад

Thank you for doing this. This looks very simple and I believe I can do this

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

tiggertude2 Cat: you’re so welcome! You can absolutely do this. 😊

@maidmargoe31 3 года назад

Perfect for what I want... Thanks

@juanmurcia1587 5 лет назад

Hello . I made my laundry countertop as you show . It was beautiful. Thank you.

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 5 лет назад

Hi, Juan! How wonderful!!!

@Aguilaz4ever 6 лет назад

Woo great vid,always looking for diy ideas,and this one is great

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

Thank you!! This project has been so useful, I fold laundry on this countertop every day.

@michaelsaldamarco2515 5 лет назад

Great vid. I am remodeling my laundry room now and this was very helpful.

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 5 лет назад

Wonderful! I'm so glad you found this helpful!

@retiredhouse-dad8396 5 лет назад

Cool and easy project. Thank you for the idea 💡

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 5 лет назад

Of course!!

@pamdavis6604 10 месяцев назад

Nice job ❤

@markmosq 5 лет назад

This is awesome, thank you for sharing on how to.

@tsubasa9342 4 года назад

Azhar alias

@AudreyPerry 2 года назад

This video is one of the most helpful I've seen for this project. Very to the point and technically descriptive, if a bit fast. Question: How strong is a shelf like this? Could it actually bear much weight?

@janishaperry3161 5 лет назад

Yes! This is why I'm thinking of getting a front load washer. I want to put a counter on top to fold clothes. Now, I just have a laundry closet and we fold clothes everywhere. I want to keep the clothes in one place.

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 5 лет назад

^^totally me before the countertop. I use it every single day! it's been such a great solution to keeping all the clothes in the same place.

@mharris1330 2 года назад

Nice job , good video.

@jarivera79 5 лет назад

Building my laundry room now. Wasn't thinking of DIY'ing the countertop but the functionality is a must now. Great video and thanks for the idea.

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 5 лет назад

I mean...so functional. I use it every day!

@kellyworsleigh5774 6 лет назад

Good job!!

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

Kelly Worsley thank you!! :)

@pipermaru9487 4 года назад

very good video. thanks

@montellanojavelosa6249 5 лет назад

Thanks so much for the inspiration. You make it look easy just like everything else on RU-vid 🤣 I would say it took me an entire day to do this including (purchasing supplies, staining, etc) I actually coated with polyurethane so it took me longer to allow it to dry completely. Anyway. Thank you!

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 4 года назад

Hi, Montellano! Who cares how long it took! How rewarding that it's done though!! Awesome!! :D

@suneetluthra4372 Год назад

Great video. What was it you placed underneath the countertop before installing it?

@marisawilson9286 2 года назад

oh im inspired after seeing your vids, I just dont have any tools.

@mjsaaeaed 5 лет назад

Awesome Idea. I wonder if I can use the same principal you use to build your countertop, to build a shelf big enough in my laundry room to fold clothes. My wife wants a table/shelf where she can fold, press and do other things while doing laundry. There will be nothing below this shelf to support it (NO LEGS), so I am wondering if placing cleats all around the three walls and just placing the board on top. I want it to be able to hold heavy stuff, including people when leaning on it. What do you think Ms. Kristy?

@ramiose1 5 лет назад

Good Job.Thanks.

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 5 лет назад

Thank you, Rami!!

@viennakue3359 4 года назад

What size wall anchors would your recommend??

@tiz2717 5 месяцев назад

Hello, great work. Question. I'm thinking about doing the same thing but with granite countertop. What is the proper way to installing it since it's heavier than a butcher block. Thank you.

@CustomMercuryCougar 4 года назад

Did you secure the countertop to the cleats or is it just resting in place? If so what did you secure it with? Thanks!

@tiffanyramirez572 3 года назад

Do you have a video of how you built the top? How do you make it so the back can come up for access to valves?

@juliothebrindleboxer3089 4 года назад

What do you suggest if I have window on one side (dryer), allowing me only 1’6” of wall to work with and attach a cleat. The other (washer) side has 2’9” of wall including a slight overhang for the top.

@kove 5 лет назад

Great idea, may make this for my wife's bday!

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 5 лет назад

That would be awesome!!! :)

@anthoniomontana2396 4 года назад

Nice buns mama!

@jo2522 3 года назад

What exactly do you use for the front edging strip?

@stephaniewhite7223 4 года назад

Is it safe for my condensor dryer to sit on a bench covering a wall socket

@Warkive 5 лет назад

My only recommendation would be extending a support bracket out from the center of the rear cleat forward to the back edge of the main counter as there's a risk that the large counter with no rear/center support may bow in the middle over time.

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 5 лет назад

Hi, J D! Thanks for the great tip!

@LaRue1212 3 года назад

So that center support bracket would extend past the rear counter and onto the main counter, correct?

@florencemandi9447 6 лет назад

Oh my my how l wish l could do that wow that's nice

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

Thank you! You can do it! It's been such a practical build that I love using every day!

@hannaleier1263 4 года назад

What colour stain did you use?

@zahidb4608 3 года назад

Hey good video. Can I ask what colour your walls are In your living area please.

@911alps 3 года назад

Brilliant abs may I just add you’ve inspired a dad here not just a mom 😀

@chphl5977 4 года назад

1:07 1:56 2:12 2:15 2:25 3:50 Bonus: 1:17

@kubackjeee 5 лет назад

Hi dont you have any problem with wet spots under the table or on the sides of the dryer? What about air circulation for the dryer

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 5 лет назад

Hi there! My washer/dryer doesn't seem to produce any moisture on the outside of the unit so no, I haven't had any issues with wet spots underneath the countertop. I'm not sure I understand what you mean by air circulation...our dryer's air vent attaches directly through/behind the drywall which circulates the air outside the house.

@brittneyblackshear8942 5 лет назад

Hey there! Love this tutorial and the outcome. Do you recall how much you spent on materials?

@a-roh5039 3 года назад

Is that not something you could price out yourself with her materials list?

@JV-bc8um 4 года назад

What if I don't have a third wall because of the water heater thing?

@LaRue1212 3 года назад

Ok so I tried to start on this but had a bad experience and I'm hoping someone can help. I don't have many power tools so I had Lowe's cut the plywood for me. Every single piece is either cut wrong (I gave the right measurements but they didn't cut it right), cut with really bad jagged edges, or both wrong size and jagged. Does this mean I need to just buy a circular saw and cut it myself or do I need to be a more annoying customer at Lowe's and make sure it's right? Do I need a higher quality wood? Is plywood supposed to splinter like that?

@toporunninga-frame329 Год назад

I don’t know if you will see this, three years later, I’m in the process of doing this process - have you had any sagging of your 3/4 inch plywood counter top without a center support?

@branthandford2212 4 года назад

You need two drills, no more changing out. You are so talented.

@Mich2Paris7 6 лет назад

Woohoo that looks fantastic! I can't wait to do mine! My only problem in that my wall is angled on one side so im not sure how im going to have the wood cut 🤔

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

Thank you!!! Where does your wall angle, on the side or in the back?

@Mich2Paris7 6 лет назад

Mama Wants to Build by Kristy Green, it Angles on the side so Im not even sure how to measure that 🤔

@amberc5993 6 лет назад

Michelle and Aaron Mitchell try laying down some of that paper that comes on a roll. Butcher paper, maybe? You can make it as large as you need (you may have to tape on a 2nd piece). You can tape it to the straight wall and then bend and cut along the slanted wall. Then you’ll have a perfect template you can use for measuring.

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

Constant Ringing Bell - Brilliant!! Thank you for sharing!!

@Mich2Paris7 6 лет назад

Thats a great idea! yes the angle is towards the back 😊 we still havn't done it yet but hoping to have a go soon

@ishmaelwilliams304 10 месяцев назад

Awesome video nothing more sexy than a lady doing home projects! Started my wife’s washroom project 2 days ago doing will follow your video for shelves because you made it look quick and easy!! Thanks!!

@97myluv 6 лет назад

I need help. How do I get the pieces cut? And I love that idea of the added extra piece in the back.

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

When you purchase your wood from your home improvement, arrive prepared with your measurements in hand so you can ask them to make the cuts for you. I've done that many times!

@JuanMartinez-ow5ie 6 лет назад

Baby!

@Fazhenlocken 4 года назад

Nice video. Is it possible to reupload with better quality?

@LeonidasD828 6 лет назад

i’d love to know how you did the division in the back please!

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

Hey Leonard, the trap door in the back I made by cutting a portion along the back of the countertop using my circular saw, and then using a spade drill bit to create a finger pull to easily open and close. It just rests right on top of the cleats just like the countertop. Hope that makes sense.

@LeonidasD828 6 лет назад

Mama Wants to Build by Kristy Green Awesome, One more question i am going to use your materials list to make my counter but my room is around 67.5 inches instead of the 61 you have, how did home depot cut the wood for you? did you have to ask them before buying?

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

Hey Leonard, sorry for the delay - I hope everything worked out!! In a situation like this where I need someone to cut the wood for me, I just have the nice guys at HD carry the large sheet of plywood off the shelf and over to their saw. I give them measurements and then haul the cut pieces to the front to pay.

@DeeDee-zo7rv 3 года назад

How much was this project?

@jazisntonaim 5 лет назад

How does the piece in the back stay in place? Have you noticed a lot of movement?

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 5 лет назад

The piece in back doesn't move, I haven't noticed much movement at all. If the front piece moves forward I just push it back. It's never become an issue though.

@jeanettekniebusch9532 6 лет назад

I wish I would have seen this years ago. I wanted s counter to display photos tea cup ect and thought I'd have t o pay someone!

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

Jeanette Kniebusch I know! I’ve always thought the same. 😊 You can totally do it!

@SweetPea6183 6 лет назад

I adore this video and your style. If you could upload this again at a higher quality I'd watch it again. I subbed and liked. Inspire me please! I'm at a stand still on the same project right this moment.

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

Baby Doll thanks for the feedback! This is all new to me - I’m learning!! :)

@chrissyface618 5 лет назад

Is that a brad nailer or finish nailer?

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 5 лет назад

FINISH NAILER *BATTERY NOT INCLUDED amzn.to/2BR9Z64

@bigmistakey3111 3 года назад

Does this not sag at all?

@desireeortiz76 4 года назад

You make this look so easy, but that’s not the case. Can you come to my house?😩

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 4 года назад

Hi! I'd love to!! However, it might not be as hard as you think! ;)

@sofiaioanadelprete4819 6 лет назад

you should upload this again in high quality... :)

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

Sofia Ioana Del Prete I️ always forget! Learning!! Thanks for the reminder :)

@sofiaioanadelprete4819 6 лет назад

You're welcome! :) love the video! Very useful!

@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen 6 лет назад

Sofia Ioana Del Prete that’s wonderful!! Thank you :)

@helenmcgill5563 6 месяцев назад

I don’t know what cleats or dry wall anchors are 😆

@romanaangersbach1176 3 года назад

I have checked many woodworking plan sites. I think the instructions from Woodprix are the best.

@gamerclownz2783 4 года назад

I dare you to make a video on how to hang a counter top above a top load washer.

@kathleenlust663 4 года назад

Haha, how about hinging the countertop so that the counter can flip over the dryer. So, it would be done the same way using the cleates, but cross cut the plywood between the two appliances then add a piano hinge.

@DoublePenetration0 4 года назад

Don't do this do gas powered dryers! They need to breathe air!

@kingofspades531 4 года назад

DoublePenetration0 The only type of dryer that *might* apply to this is a ventless condenser dryer, but those usually vent out the front bottom. If the machine, whether gas or electric, is connected properly to the exhaust vent and is kept clean, and the dryer itself is working properly, there won’t be any heat or moisture to be trapped under a countertop. They don’t vent from behind or underneath.