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How to make space for dishwasher?

Hi all,

I just moved into a new house and there is no space for dishwasher atm. I found there is a base cabinet on the right side of the sink with around 85.8cm height, 61cm width and 58cm depth can be a potential place for dishwasher. Tried to remove it but failed. Seems the right side is glued to the edge panel.

Also, I checked there is no powerpoint under the sink, the nearest powerpoint is in the cabinet on the left side of the sink.

Not sure if current plumbing setup is enough for dishwasher as well.

Can I get some suggestions if this cabinet can be used to place dishwasher and connect to powerpoint and plumbing? Who should I ask for help?

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EricL

Hello @s14664

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about adding a dishwasher.

The spot you've chosen is ideal as it is right next to the plumbing fixtures. You'll need to cut an access hole on the cabinet to allow the inlet and outlet pipe to pass through. I recommend engaging the services of a plumber to properly add the necessary parts and to hook up your laundry machine safely.

In regards to electrical power, again an access hole will need to be provided in order for the electrical wiring to pass through. It will be necessary to find out if there is clear space underneath the cabinetry in order to run the wiring underneath. I suggest engaging the services of an electrician to properly and safely setup a power point for your dishwasher.

A choice will need to be made in regards to your cabinetry. You could try various methods and tools to loosen up the cabinetry from the adhesive in order to pull it out. The other choice is to cut the cabinet panels in order to remove them from its location. Once the carcass has been removed you can then slide the dishwasher into place.

Let me call on our experienced members @Nailbag, @Dave-1 and @AlanM52 for their recommendations.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

Dave-1

Good Evening @s14664

Have you started looking for a dishwasher yet? The reason I ask is this type of question pops up a resonable amount, enough that I know there are different sizes of dishwashers out there 🙂 Id start off seeing if you can get something that will fit the width for now, then go from there.

The skirt can be removed as well as the base section of the cabinet. Tho this will leave a hole in the false floor so the dish washer will sit lower but still need to get through the floating floor and the underside of the cabinet.

I would get a plumber to help out with the connection if you are unfamilure with installing the piping, I would watch them as I find its a good way to learn something new. If you are lucky your cable for the dishwasher is long enough and you will just have to drill a large enough hole through the wall of the sink cabinet to get the cable through.

Dave

s14664

Good Evening @Dave-1

Thanks for your reply.

Yes, I've started looking for a dishwasher like bosch series 6/8 build under, which should fit after removing the cabinet. Just checked the cable length is 1.75m, seems possible from the cabinet to the power point.

I guess I can start removing the cabinet first, buy the dishwasher, engage the plumber, then see if the cable can be connected without a new powerpoint.

s14664

Hi @EricL,

Thanks for your reply.

To remove the cabinet, can you suggest some methods how to lossen up the cabinet? Don't want to damage the benchtop and side panel.

I would like to give it a try first. If I still cant, I guess I need to engage a handyman to do it.

EricL

Hello @s14664

If you have access to a multi tool with a plunging steel cutting blade I propose cutting the screws at the bottom shelf and the supporting horizontal pieces at the top which will allow you to remove these panels without too much damage. Once those panels are removed, I recommend pulling the side panels into the space and then pull out. Once you have these panels out, you'll have a much better idea of how to remove the rest of the panels that need taking out. But if you are a bit hesitant about damaging the benchtop and cabinet next to it, engaging the services of a handy person or builder is your next step.

Please remember to wear personal protection such as gloves, goggles and a mask when working on your project.

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric

Nailbag

Hi @s14664

You will just have enough space in width with around 5mm either side spare and about the same in clearance height and thats with a freestanding Bosch dishwasher.

The cabinet carcass will be screwed together from all sides including coming through from the left hand cabinet. They will be clearly visible or covered with a white round cover stick. You will also need to remove the two pieces of trim covering the edge of the floorboard.

Your main issue is that without the carcass, the right sided finish panel will have no support at all. The inner side wall of the carcass will need to be replaced with one that that will reach the floor, then use right angled brackets to secure it to the floor.

This task maybe best suited to a decent handyman experienced in assembling and disassembly of kitchen cabinetry.

Things like hoses and power leads can be then easily sorted out. You will definitely and legally need a plumber and the cord can be extended using a short white extension lead from Bunnings.

Nailbag

s14664

Hi @EricL,

Thanks for your very detailed guide. Looks like not easy for me. I probably engage a handy man for that. Thanks so much

Regards,

s14664

Hi @Nailbag

Thanks for your reply.

Never think of support after removing the cabinet. I'll engage a handyman for this.

Short white extension lead seems a good solution for me if the dishwasher cable is not long enough to reach the powerpoint.

Thanks so much!

Regards,

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