Laundry room layout
Side-by-side washer/dryer needs 60 inches of wall; stacked needs 30. Add 24+ inches for folding counter.
In this guide
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Washer/dryer dimensions
Front-load (each unit): 27 × 32 inches × 38-40 tall. Top-load (each): 27 × 30 × 42 tall. Stacked (front-load only): 27 × 32 × 76 tall. Get pedestal kit specs if relevant — they add 12-16 inches to height and provide a storage drawer.
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Side-by-side layout
Wall length: 60 inches minimum. Depth from wall (with door open): front-load 60+ inches; top-load 50+ inches. Room minimum: 6 × 8 feet.
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Stacked layout
Wall length: 30 inches. Depth (front-load only): 60+ inches with door open. Room minimum: 4 × 6 feet (closet-style laundry). Pros: tiny footprint. Cons: top unit hard to reach; loading dryer overhead.
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Counter and storage
Folding counter: 24+ inches deep × 36+ inches wide. Above washer/dryer or separate wall. Sink: optional — convenient for pre-treating and hand-washing. Storage: wall cabinets above; tall pantry cabinet for supplies.
Frequently asked questions
What's the minimum laundry room size?
4 × 6 feet for a stacked closet-style. 6 × 8 feet for side-by-side with small folding area.
How big is a small laundry room?
A side-by-side washer and dryer need about 5–6 ft of wall and 3 ft of clear standing room in front — roughly a 6×7 space with counter and storage.
Is there a laundry design idea to start from?
Yes — the Laundry Nook design idea drops in a compact, worked layout you can adapt. Browse the Design Ideas hub.
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