I'm sick of cheap junk! How I made my own washer/dryer pedestal. 

Oh man, oh man. Having you reference the parts specifically from the plans (C1/D1; C2/D2) is SO helpful. I wish all tutorial videos did this, this is fabulous.

Just finished up this project and my gf absolutely loves it!

Execellent. I had found similar plans for one in last winters Family Handyman, but this ones looks simpler and sturdier if my memory serves. This is the one I will be building this spring. I will happily pay the $3 for the plans. THANKS!

I bought plans and built this. Make sure if you are going to use 4 inch casters that you adjust the undercarriage of the pedestal to accommodate such sized wheels. At this point I’m probably just going to have to go without wheels because I’m not rebuilding this.

This project is exactly what I was describing to my wife about a year ago because we didn't want to buy the store bought junk that cost a fortune. Thanks so much James. Here's my $3.

I built my own some years ago however they were in a laundry closet. and I tiled it to match the tile on the floor. Two hints to anyone designing a laundry closet. Make it bigger that you think you will need I did not and maintenance is possible but difficult. And the casters will be invaluable. Thanks for the video I wish it had been eight years ago.

This is awesome as I am someone getting into woodworking that does not have a shop but starting to collect tools. Just got the Bora system so I can have a portable workspace and added the saw plate as that just makes things amazing. Great content and excited to start building. Thanks for such a clear cut easy to follow channel. Super excited to dig into all this content.

Great design. Just what I was looking for. I bought the plans. One important modification I will need to make when I build it is the pedestals need to be 2 separate units. Most laundry rooms or laundry closets are barely as wide as the machines are side-by-side, so pulling them out together as a single unit you still can't get in behind them unless you climb over the top of them. I need to be able to roll one out at a time. This also means there will be 4 wheels supporting each unit instead of just 6 total. That will make it sturdier. @Stumpy, I should be able to figure it out on my own, but it would be cool if you could publish plans to create these as two separate 27" x 27" units (especially the pattern for cutting the pieces). It should just need an additional D1, D2, and K1. And A will need to be cut in half and wider by 1.5" to account for the additional 3/4" thickness of the additional D1 and D2 (OR B1, B2, B3, B4, E, G1, G2, H1, H2, and I will need to be shortened by 3/4" so the overall width of the units remains the same.) Or something like that. I'll figure it out. Anyway, it would be nice to have plans for making these as 2 separate units.

Just made this over this past week. Haven't worked with a wood project like this in over 30 years. was nice to get the hands active again. Because of this project, i will likely now be making a cabinet for our Kitchen to go between a door frame we don't use Will likely have to design that one, but based on how this turned out, i should be able to use what i learned here to make that happen. Thanks for the plans for this and the video. it helped a lot in how to make it all work. The only suggestion for the future would be to help understand how the top actually went on. i winged it, but more direction would have been helpful. Nice work, nice plans.

I really appreciate this video - clear instructions, including plans, and really good tips earned from experience. Thank you for taking the time to make this channel.

I feel like I learn something cool every time you post. Thanks!

Thanks James. You are an amazing guy.

It is a great idea perfect I was planning on making one. Now I have this information. Thank you

You rascal, I've been planning this for ages and have never seen anyone else do it. I guess I should have got on with it! I also plan on a slide out shelf above the drawer to rest laundry baskets on. Wheels are a good idea but will make it tricky when putting the washer on the thing.

Thanks for sharing this excellent project with us James!

Great tips here btw. You created a most beautiful as well as functional stand ( pedestal ) for your washer/dryer units... I built my stand about 18 years ago out of scrap 2 x 6's & 5/8" plywood, all screwed together with primer coated deck screws for my at that time new Maytag Neptune front loading washer, which died after (12) years of light use. In 2014 I purchased a Electrolux front loader washer & it also sits on the stand I built back in '01 or '02 I think. My appliances are in the b/ment & I wasn't particularly concerned with it's looks. Still functions as designed after all these years... Thank you for the tips & ideas on this presentation as I enjoyed it very much... Bill on the Hill... :~)

Very nice - simple, yet, functional. Always enjoy your videos. May need to make this build. Thanks

Wow this is good stuff! I’ve been eyeing the store-bought pedestals but that price, wow. Thanks a lot for making these videos!

I just built this but made it frameless and cut my doors to the size at the end so far it's pretty sturdy. I used some rubber door stoppers to ensure the cart doesn't roll by itself I did notice the washing machine can vibrate the doors open. I think I will try and install a magnetic catch to help that Or next time try using soft close drawer slides (those only have 100 lb weight capacity though) since they require a bit of force to open at first

If I ever get front loading machines, I planned on doing just this. But the addition of the wheels was a great idea. However, I'd probably use appliance casters (like on the bottom of your fridge). They're made to work with the real heavy loads.

I loved the video. Very clear in your explanations of what you were doing. Thank you.

OMG! What a WONDERFUL video!!!! You explained it all so well. You are my new hero!!! I’ve subscribed and I’m looking forward to seeing all of your old AND new videos. THANK YOU !

Clean lines. Nicely done. Thank you!

Very nice project. Also, I really like how you landscaped your back yard. It looks great!

Thanks

Great job showing.

Awesome thanks

Very well made and instructions.

Great video! Easy assembly and seems very sturdy.

Great video. Your construction techniques are perfect for the DIY crowd. Keep this up and you are going to move into a higher tax bracket. Good work as always. I like how you doubled up to carry the extra weight of a washer and dryer.

Great instructions.

Awesome!! I have been wanting to do this and now have great drawings! Thank you!!!

love the project...

Nice project! Thank you.

Thanks buddy, just what I was looking for. You do good work!

I learned a lot about this. Thank you.

Love all your projects. This one is great. Hope you had a good birthday the other day.

What's going to keep the washer from walking off your pedestals? I see three options: a raised edge, holes for the feet to drop into, or somehow utilizing the appliances' pedestal attaching points.

nice touch on the Wings.

Commenting mainly to help you out Stumpy! As a more experienced wood worker it's fun to watch you create more beginner friendly projects and how you explain them. I over complicate all my own projects. Best tip in the video though is the "less expensive track saw option" Thanks again for you entertaining videos!!!

Thank you!!!

THANK YOU!!! i've needed this for too long

Nice garden 👍🏻😁

I`ve always wondered why you would buy those stands when you can build it yourself at the hgt that fit yourself

haveing worked on appliances for more than 30 years i can tell you that this set up will out last several sets of laundry! if you have an older set folks, keep it as long as you can. trust me!

Great video, James!

Great vid as always James

I like his you glossed over putting the inner divider in upside down at 4:42 lol

Love the channel ..great build..2 things..double drawer slides for the weight.. And a laundry pan,goes under both machines, its a standard pan you can order with a drain in the center that feeds into your washer drain ..in case of leaks...otherwise solid build

If it's going in the basement or garage, I'd recommend using treated plywood and even putting sillseal underneath where the plywood sits in the concrete. Another paint that would work really well is Behr ultra plus premium exterior (exterior, because we WILL spill soap & /or water on it.).

I have always thought those bins they "upsell" to you were cheap looking and way too expensive! Nice work!

Love it!!

Great Idea, the factory ones are pure junk, and your way a secret spot id cool. thanks for posting

The $250 factory made ones have leveling legs that lock and a locking mechanism on top for the front load washer. Both are important, especially if installing on the 2nd floor of a home.

i kept saying "turn that center divider over". and then you did. nice build thanks for sharing.

Nice

I work with appliances everyday, and I have to chime in about how much more confidence you should have in pedestals built to this plan versus what the manufacturers sell... Keep up the great work!...

Great plans Stumpy. Just wish you would have include a link to the drawer slides so I could support your site even further. Keep up the great work.

What a great video. Thank you. Subscribed!

I built a bunch of stuff for the house with a skillsaw and a 9ft chunk of channel iron for a straightedge. Now I have a way too much wrapped up in tools.

You have no idea how timely this is.

AND, you can build this to whatever height works for your space.

Lots of great info and a great weekend project. thanks!!

Great video, 🔥👍🔥👍

Great plans! Just got them, and modified them to give me a little more length and add a small pullout sheet above the drawer for the laundry basket to rest on. I’m going to put mine in the garage on a slight slope so I can’t imagine the casters being a good choice. Do you think putting the 2x4 on the 4” side down and then hiding them much the same way with plywood would work? I love the casters idea but couldn’t figure out a way to have it locked in place

This is awesome I may make it but my washer and dryer are in a closet on second floor with bi-folding doors so not sure one big unit like this is best for me or two separate pedestals would be best. I need to have a drain pan to prevent possible washer leak damage, any suggest??

So quick question before I attempt this lol. My washer and dryer measure 55 1/2 touching side by side. So besides adding 1 1/2 inches to “A” what other pieces would I add to in order to have the correct width. This is my first wood project I’m trying and really don’t want to mess it up🤦🏻‍♂️🤣 I paid for the plans on your page and would really appreciate it if you could help me out before I build something too small😳🤦🏻‍♂️🤣

Complimenti per le spiegazioni sei veramente bravo!! Mi piacerebbe molto avere una pialla filo e spessore ma qui in Italia costano troppo...Quanto costano mediamente negli States?

Stumpy - Check that power lead which entered the Makita circular saw looks a bit "iffy" on the video.

The plans assume that your 3/4" material is actually 3/4" - which is quite unlikely around me (23/32"). Be sure to accommodate for this or you will be pulling things in all kinds of directions.

The Bora system provides a guide for cutting a straight line, it does not address tear out like the splinter guard on the Festool product. For those who say so what, the Festool leaves a finished edge with no tear out and no need to sand. Perhaps your saw mount took that into account but the Bora tool alone does not. I have the Bora straight edge guide.

Hi I ordered prints for this project and I have received

thanks for this!!!! how much can the washer/dryer weigh? mine are big and heavy?

I think the design in the plans (which I bought; cheap at $3) was updated since you filmed the construction, because I don't see you installing the cross pieces labeled B1-B4. Would you install those via pocket holes into the side panels just before adding the top? Do you then glue or screw upward through them into the top panel?

I bought the plans for and plan on building this in a few weeks. Has anyone built this from the plans yet and if so did having wheels on the bottom make the pedestal move at all while the washer or dryer were operating? Just wondering because the wheels are great but I keep imagining my washer wandering into my kitchen on wheels during the spin cycle- LOL!

Exactly what I've been looking for! I try to pull my dryer out twice a year to thoroughly clean the vent, but it is SUCH a hassle that we continually put it off. A quick question, do you have any issues with your washer "walking" on the wood? I know that the pedestals have a recess for the washer and dryer feet to prevent that issue.

Stump: Thanks for doing the video and plans. I'm headed to the lumberyard. BTW, what are those screws you use? (Not the pocket hole screws.)

I'm considering getting a nailer, which one are you using? I saw it's a Freeman, but which model and which nails? There are so many options!

@Stumpy Nubs Maybe I missed it, but what are the overall dimensions of the finished unit?

I don’t know if I’d describe manufacturer pedestals as “junk” since I know many people who’ve had theirs for 5+ years with no issues, BUT this is awesome for its customization (I.e., the ability to build it to the right height for YOU). Well done.

I'd probably use lockable casters if I was to build this unit. Our washer sometimes rocks the local seismometers. I'd see it walking down the hallway when we wash the dog bed. I would probably build two separate units since our laundry area is pretty tight.

Love your videos. My first real woodworking project was a washer and dryer pedestal I made a some plans and got started, that is what got me into woodworking. Question I have been thinking about the bora track system you used in this video also the kreg track system as in the guide for my circular saw. I'm undecided any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Mike

Can you tell me which slides you used?

Está bueno el pedestal , pero la lavadora es pesada , creo que ese mueble no va a soportar tanto peso, yo haré para mí , porque en mi país no venden ese pedestal que estoy buscando y no hallo, haré el chasis grueso , para que aguante peso a una lavaseca de 20 kilos

I like the beefy design. Did you consider adding laminate to the top instead of paint? I suspect it would hold up to wear better, allow to slide your washer and dryer on the platform more easily, as well as provide a more water resistant finish.

I would have liked to have known if that guide could compensate for a base plate that is slightly askew from the blade. I'll check out your tools videos and links but if you showed me how to square that jig to my blade I would be both impressed and probably buy it immediately.

What is the overall finished height on this unit (less casters?) Installing a dryer in garage requires it to be 18" above finished floor & most pedestals are only 13-15"H.

If your washer becomes unbalanced while running due to heavier items rotating to one side .The washer will vibrate off the base. Factory bases are bolted to washer preventing this.Maybe side pieces to keep it in place.

Oh Wow!! I had a new front loader washer & dryer delivered Friday, with 2 pedestals. And would you believe the soap jug is too tall!! I wonder if I can return the pedestals???

Great video. Question: can the plan be easily adjusted to have a height that is 3 inches shorter?

I can’t find the plans we have to build these before Saturday! 😳

I like the information in your video and would like to build this platform. However, I've tried to use your link to find the plans for this project and have had no luck finding it. Help?

I've been using the plans along with the video and following along and noticed that you added the B braces under the top piece but don't use them in the video, so I installed and had to remove the top to put them in. Other than that, great project!

Very nicely done! I do ask would the 2x4 supports under the cabinet provide more support if turned so they ran similar to floor joists with the 4" dimensions running vertical?

May I ask how much the material cost?

Any tips on getting square cuts using that track? I can never seem to get a perfect 90.

Great project and excellent video. I will be building one myself. Do you think locking casters would be helpful to keep the cabinet from rolling when the machines are running?

Could you use Baltic Birch plywood for this project?

Love the projects and the series! Do you plan on doing a project like a built in wardrobe with sliding doors? Or is that too much for a beginner to try?

Why do parts G1 and G2 get attached with pocket screws instead of making them a bit bigger and setting them on the rabbets and the F1 and F2 edges?