Bathroom Renovation Vol.10: Washing Machine Stand Pt.1

u270fufe0f Originally published: 2016-12-02 / ud83dudd04 Updated: May 8, 2026

2026 Update from DIY Dad: Bathroom/Laundry Room Renovation Strategies

The bathroom/laundry room is one of the more challenging DIY projects because of its wet-area nature u2014 but with the right approach, it’s absolutely doable.

Floor Work in the Bathroom/Laundry Room

The biggest challenge in this series was the full floor replacement: checking for joist rot u2192 repairs u2192 plywood subfloor u2192 cushion floor finish. This is among the more difficult DIY tasks in wet-area renovation.

What to Check Before Laying the Subfloor

• Measure joist spacing (typically 303mm = 1 shaku)
• Check joists are level with a spirit level
• Visually inspect and press-test for rot or termite damage
• Lay plywood sheets in a staggered pattern so seams don’t line up

Without staggering, all seams fall in a straight line and the floor clunks when walked on. DIY Dad caught this on the very first sheet and fixed it.

Tips for Laying Cushion Floor

• Make a paper template (trace the floor shape using roll paper or cardboard)
• Cut cushion floor 5u201310mm oversize, then trim to final fit on site
• Cut wall edges straight down with a utility knife (not at an angle)
• Spread adhesive evenly with a notched trowel, then press down while rolling out air
• Reinforce seams with seam-specific adhesive if the floor has joints

The bathroom/laundry room has a complex shape u2014 taking a careful paper template is the key to success.

Installing the Washing Machine Stand

Always confirm the floor is level before setting the waterproof pan. If it’s off-level, the washing machine will vibrate and wander during use. Also verify that the drain hole in the pan aligns with the existing drain location.

What DIY Dad Prioritizes as a Landlord

• Use seamless sheet cushion floor for easy maintenance
• Choose a washing machine pan shape that’s easy to clean
• Always verify the ventilation fan is working u2014 essential for mold prevention
• Caulk carefully at all vanity, pan, and wall joints

The cleanliness of the bathroom/laundry room directly affects occupancy rates. Cutting corners here always causes problems at move-out.

ud83dudebf For Anyone Considering a Vanity or Wet-Area Renovation

Confirm drain pipe types and measurements before starting to avoid leaks.

Washing Machine Stand u2014 Cutting the Drain Opening

Hi, this is DIY Dad! Continuing the first-floor bathroom/laundry room renovation series.

Next up: fitting the washing machine stand. Tools and materials used: PVC pipe, PVC pipe adhesive, impact driver, jigsaw, and handsaw.

First, the drain connection for the washing machine stand must be created. The cushion floor was just laid u2014 and now a hole has to be cut in it. It’s a strange feeling to punch a hole in something you just finished cleaning up.

The stand is placed temporarily and the drain center point is marked.

u2191 The stand in temporary position.

u2191 The drain center marked out.

A starter hole is drilled with the impact driver and drill bit before the jigsaw cuts through the floor board.

u2191 The starter hole drilled in the floor.

The jigsaw blade is inserted into the hole and the opening is cut out.

u2191 The drain pipe access hole cut in the floor.

The washing machine stand is placed over the hole u2014 and a problem is immediately apparent! (Continued in Pt.2.) Pricing and specs are in the DIY Dad Equipment Guide u2014 Bathroom/Laundry Room Edition. That’s all for today u2014 see you next time!

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