Anti-vibration mat under the washing machine

Modern washing machines are convenient, economical, qualitatively wash and spin things, but there is one "but". Often the washing and spinning machine vibrates, and so that in the next apartment can be heard as she walks. Though the manufacturer assures you that its washing machine is practically silent, the practice shows the opposite. One simple way to eliminate vibration is to put an anti-vibration mat under the washing machine.

The most common cause of vibration during washing and spinning is improper installation of the washing machine.

An important rule of installation is to use a level during installation. But even if the installation is made on the level, the problem of vibration can occur. This happens in apartments where the floors are unevenly laid. And not everyone can boast of ideally smooth floors in the house. Not everyone can afford to re-lay the floors, and this process requires time and energy costs. To try to solve this problem, you can adjust the height of the legs yourself.

This process is not complicated and requires only a wrench. Modern washing machines have individually adjustable feet, so part of the problem of uneven floors will be solved. The height-adjusted feet are secured with a special nut. To check whether the washing machine is correctly installed, it is enough to shake it. If the machine stands firmly and does not wobble, it means that everything is done correctly. But even after you have adjusted the height of feet, there is a possibility that after a while the problem will return, because the feet of the washing machine tend to loosen.

Another cause of vibration is an imbalance in the distribution of laundry over the drum. This occurs when different in texture fabrics or linens are washed. The duvet covers and pillowcases are constantly stuffed. You'll end up with one big lump that you have to untangle from the machine. To avoid this, you should try to wash linens made of similar fabrics. Duvet covers and pillowcases should be folded so that no other laundry can get into their holes.

Due to this, the machine is already installed on a more level surface. The mats are good at dampening vibrations, which can prolong the life of the washing machine.

Some of the models on sale even have a noise-canceling layer. The range of modern anti-vibration mats is so wide that you can choose this accessory for almost any size of washing machine. Rugs sold in stores are completely harmless and can be used in living areas at temperatures from -40 C to +120 C.

It is better to buy and start using the mat immediately when you buy a washing machine. Perfectly flat floors are rare, so the mat will not be out of place. And by installing it from the first days of using the machine, you will prevent possible breakage of parts due to vibration.

You can buy accessories for the washing machine in the same store where you bought it. Appliance and plumbing stores are where you should look for an anti-vibration mat. If you do not quite understand what kind of mat you need for your washing machine, a good store will always help friendly consultants. They will help you choose a mat with the specifics of your washing machine, its weight and dimensions.

Going to buy a mat, you need to measure the washing machine. The mat must fit its length and width.

The price of anti-vibration mats varies on average from 1 thousand rubles and above. Although you can buy a simple mat, which will cost about 600 rubles. The price depends on the size, availability of additional noise-canceling and shock-absorbing layers.

On the Internet, you can meet a lot of reviews about antivibration mats. Someone sees the effect of their use, and someone thinks that only wasted money. Negative reviews are usually associated with improper installation of the washing machine initially. Despite the presence of negative reviews, the pluses of anti-vibration mats are appreciated on their merits by users. Although for some, the cost of anti-vibration mats is quite high.