Is it safe to wall mount a dryer?

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As a rule of thumb, only vented dryers can be wall-mounted. Condenser dryers are too heavy for brackets and need to remain on the floor. Does your dryer need to be mounted upside down? If so, check with your manufacturer before you start.

Can you hang a dryer on Gyprock?

For gyprock wall there will be timber or metal studs unless the gyprock is glued directly onto masonry. If these don’t line up with where you want to position the dryer brackets, cut a piece of timber eg 90 x 35 pine that is long enough to span two or more studs or even room corner to corner.

Can condenser dryers be wall mounted?

Please note that due to their weight, condenser dryers cannot be wall mounted. However they can be stacked on top of a front-loading washing machine, using the appropriate stacking kit (available for purchase from Appliances Online).

Can Bosch dryers be wall mounted?

Our Bosch dryers or washing machines cannot be mounted on the wall. Read more.

How heavy is a dryer?

between 150 and 200 pounds
A typical dryer weighs between 150 and 200 pounds. The exact weight will vary by make and model.

What type of dryer can be wall mounted?

vented dryers
Only vented dryers can be wall mounted – condenser and heat pump condenser dryers are too heavy and will need to be put on the floor or stacked on top of a washer.

How do you hang an Electrolux dryer on the wall?

Position the template on the wall with adhesive tape, then pierce the paper and mark the location of holes to be drilled. Use the top holes (6.5mm diameter) to mount the bracket. Bolt the brackets directly to the wall using suitable self locking masonry fasteners, 6mm in diameter x 30mm long.

Can you wall mount Bosch dryer?

What tumble dryers can be wall mounted?

Only vented dryers can be wall mounted – condenser and heat pump condenser dryers are too heavy and will need to be put on the floor or stacked on top of a washer.

Why are dryers hung upside down?

Now you may ask why would the dryer need to be flipped upside down. This is so it can be reached. If the unit is placed the right way up the electronic panel would be out of reach and you would need a ladder to turn the unit on and off.