effi wrote:
homeowner is tired of having to bend over to load/unload washer/dryer

idea has been tossed around of building an elevated wooden platform out of
2x8 or so lumber and plywood, with an outer "lip" around the platform up
about 4" or so from the bottom of the washer/dryer to keep them on the
platform while running; area under washer/dryer could be used for storage

any known reasons this idea wouldn't work or would not be advisable?



Mad Mac points out that there would be a problem of getting
the appliances on and off the platform. That's true,
however, it isn't much different than moving them up and
downs stairs or across a threshold.

I see no reason why it wouldn't work fine, but don't count
on much space for storage.

One continuous platform assuming that the washer and dryer
sit next to each other rather than two separate platforms.
should be constructed. The bottom and the top should be
rather heavily constructed to distribute the weight, 1-1/4"
plywood used for subflooring with 2x8s That would give you a
raise of about 10"; adjust the 2" material to achieve the
desired height. Since this would be custom made, I would
space the 2" material so that the feet would be directly
over them or within 2 inches.

Forget the 4" lip. A 1/4" or 3/8" by 1" board on each side
of the feet will keep the appliance from walking and provide
a groove for sliding the appliance into place.