If you want to stack a tumble dryer on top of a washing machine you need a stacking frame or stacking kit.
Can you stack a dryer on a washing machine without a stacking kit?
I’ve come across many people who just stood their tumble dryer on top of the washing machine. But it should be obvious that this is not a good idea.
There are two reasons why you need a stacking kit. The first is because the tumble dryer could get thrown off the washing machine during a fault, or merely vibrate off during a particularly boisterous spin.
The second reason is that a person could potentially pull a dryer on top of themselves if they pulled down on its open door.
This scenario is less likely though. The concern is aimed more at children, but it’s possible to imagine someone stumbling near by and grabbing hold of the dryer door only to have it fall on them.
If your washing machine and tumble dryer are the same brand and style, the manufacturer may have designed a frame specifically for them. This is definitely the best option if you can find one.
The trouble is that there are many different configurations of tumble dryer and washing machine, and different models – even from the same manufacturer – may have different chassis and casings.
Universal tumble dryer stacking kits
There are universal stacking kits available that are supposed to connect any tumble dryer to any front loading washing machine.
They should be cheaper than the manufacturer’s although they might not be as snug a fit. You may prefer to try a universal stacking kit if your washing machine and tumble dryer are different makes or if you find the manufacturers kit too expensive.
As with all “universal fit” products there is the potential for it to not be a “perfect” fit but if the makers say they connect all tumble dryers to any front loaders then they should do so satisfactorily or you will be entitled to your money back. Pay close attention to the sizes of appliance they quote to make sure yours will fit.
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I’ve never heard of a stacking kit for a freezer and dryer Eira. I’d be amazed if there was one.
want to buy LG washmachine 11kg is there a compatable LG dryer to acc this appliance
Yvonne, you need to ask at the shops selling them, maybe check out the LG brochures or web site.
Can u put a dryer on top of a freezer
Chris: A dryer would normally be wider and deeper than a freezer so it may overhang. The main worry would be that if the dryer doesn’t rest on its feet, then the base of the dryer would rest on top of the freezer and block any vent holes in the base of the dryer causing overheating.
There wouldn’t be any stacking frame available so it wouldn’t be safe although it shouldn’t fall off on it’s own accord. The main worry is if someone pulled on the open door and pulled the dryer off. Freezers are also supposed to be kept away from heat sources so it’s not ideal.
Hi we have a Hotpoint CTD80 Dryer and Hotpoint Fridge stacked on top of it in our kitchen. Is it possible for the fridge to damage the dryer being on top of it? We’ve had it this way for a few months and now the tumble dryer won’t dry anything in low heat, only in high heat or synthetic and it makes a weird sucking noise sometimes. :(
It sounds like coincidence S Patterson, I can’t think of any way it can be related to the fridge.
We have limited room. We have an integral WM but would like to put a TD on top of the worktop – there are only 2 adults in the house – should this be OK?
Should be fine Donna. It can always be pulled off if not secured but driers don’t move on their own so unless someone pulls on the door it should stay where it is.
Can you have a washing machine on a stand and then a dryer on top of the washing machine with a stacker kit?