Washing machine dimensions — and why the depth is what brings down regulations
Width, height and depth of washing machines by model, from the specification sheets in the catalog. The width is almost always 60 cm - what really changes is the depth, and it is this that determines whether the machine enters.
The short answer: 60 x 85 cm - and the depth is the story
A washing machine with a front opening is almost always the same two dimensions: in the 40 models measured in our catalog, the width varies between 59.5 and 60 cm and the height between 84 and 85 cm. This is no coincidence - these dimensions are derived from the width of a standard kitchen cabinet and the height of a work surface, and all manufacturers align to them.
The depth, on the other hand, ranges from 42 to 65.9 cm. That's a difference of almost 24 cm between the shallowest and deepest model - ten times the difference in width. Those who measure only the width of the niche and assume that the rest will work out, measure the only measure that does not change.
A machine with an upper opening is 40 cm, not 60
In the catalog there are eight models with an upper opening, and all of them are 40 cm wide - two thirds of the width of a machine with a front opening. In exchange, they are taller, 87.5 to 91 cm, and relatively deep: 60 to 61 cm.
This makes them a real solution for a narrow service balcony or a corner where there is no free 60 cm. Pay attention to the height: 91 cm will not fit under a standard work surface, and with an upper opening you need an opening space above the machine and not in front of it anyway.
Capacity changes depth, not width
This is the understanding that saves most mistakes. Going from 7 kg to 9 kg does not expand the machine - the drum increases in depth. In the models measured by us, 7 kg machines range in depth between 42 and 55 cm, 9 kg machines between 55 and 64 cm, and 11 to 13 kg models reach 60 to 65.9 cm.
The practical meaning: if your niche is 58 cm deep, the question is not whether a machine will fit, but what capacity it will fit. And if you are debating between 8 and 9 kg, the difference in depth may be the deciding factor, not the price.
What to measure at home before ordering
The width of the niche - and add at least 2 cm beyond the 60, so that it can be inserted and removed without scratching. Free height to the surface: a machine with a height of 85 cm needs a niche of 86-87 cm, because the legs are adjustable and the surface is not always straight. And the depth - and here you have to measure up to the wall, then add 5 to 10 cm for the plumbing and the electrical connection at the back. It's the spacing that people forget, and it's the one that makes the machine stand out from the cabinet.
Two more surprising measurements: the width of the door at the entrance to the house and at the entrance to the room. A 60 cm wide machine in the package is usually 63-65 cm, and a narrow service door could be the real problem. And if the machine goes up stairs - you should also measure the width of the stairwell at the turn.
Under the surface, and when it doesn't work
A machine with a height of 84-85 cm fits under a standard kitchen surface with a height of 90 cm, but only if there is no drawer or shelf that steals height. It is worth checking the actual available height and not the height of the surface.
If the plan is to place a dryer above the machine, the depth of the two devices should be similar, and a dedicated connection kit is needed - more on this in the dryer dimensions guide.
Frequently asked questions
What are the standard dimensions of a washing machine?
Machine with front opening: 59.5-60 cm wide and 84-85 cm high, according to the 40 models measured in our catalog. The depth is what changes - between 42 and 65.9 cm, depending on the capacity and model.
How deep is a 9 kg washing machine?
In the 9 kg models measured by us, the depth ranges from 55 to 64 cm. For comparison, 7 kg models range from 42 to 55 cm. The width in both capacities is the same - 59.8 to 60 cm.
Is there a washing machine narrower than 60 cm?
Yes — machines in the upper entrance. In our catalog there are eight such models and all of them are 40 cm wide. They are taller (87.5-91 cm) and require an opening space above the machine, not in front of it.
How much space should be left behind the washing machine?
5 to 10 cm beyond the depth of the model, the water pipe, the drain pipe and the electrical connection. This is the gap that most people forget to measure, and is the common reason why a machine stands out from the line of cabinets.
Where do the measurements in the table come from?
From the manufacturer's or importer's specification sheet, as it appears in the product record in the store's catalog. A model for which an exact size has not been published does not appear in the table. Before carpentry or a final order it is always advisable to verify against the specific model.
This guide was translated automatically from the Hebrew original.