Washing Machine Accessories

Two washing machine problems, two structural solutions: a dryer that has nowhere left to go, and a machine that wanders across the utility room during the spin cycle. The stacking kit securely places the dryer on top of the washing machine, reclaiming a square meter of floor space; the 60x60 cm anti-vibration mat dampens the rumbling and sliding—for the neighbors downstairs and the cups in the cupboard.

Stacking: dryer on the washing machine, safe and stable

Placing a dryer loose on top of a washing machine without a stacking kit is asking for trouble: during the spin cycle, the bottom machine moves, and without a connection, the top one slides millimeter by millimeter toward the edge. The stacking kit solves this with an intermediate frame that couples both machines—often with a pull-out shelf as a bonus workspace for the laundry basket. For utility rooms, bathrooms, and apartments, stacking is the ultimate space-saver: the same two machines on the footprint of one.

What to look out for?

• ✔ Universal fit — the stacking kit fits standard machine sizes; measure the width and depth of your machines
• ✔ Pull-out shelf — nowhere to put the laundry basket while loading: a small detail, daily convenience
• ✔ Mat thickness and material — a sturdy rubber mat absorbs vibrations instead of passing them on
• ✔ 60x60 size — the standard footprint of washing machines; the mat disappears completely under the machine
• ✔ Warranty — standard 2-year warranty at Strex

The wandering washing machine: level first, then dampen

The order that most people reverse: a vibration mat is the second step, not the first. Step one is leveling the machine with the adjustable feet—a tilted machine spins itself further out of balance, and no mat can fully compensate for that. If the machine is level and it still rumbles through the floor (wooden floors and apartments are the classics), then the mat does exactly what it is intended for: absorbing vibrations before they enter the building, and stopping the sliding. Leveling + mat underneath = a machine that stays exactly where it belongs. Meanwhile, your bath mat and other textiles from the bathroom collection will wash silently—and you can find more for the household at home & kitchen.

Frequently asked questions

Can every dryer be stacked on every washing machine?

With a stacking kit: yes, for standard machine sizes—the frame couples both devices safely. For peace of mind, measure the width and depth of your machines. Stacking without an intermediate piece is not recommended: the dryer can shift during the spin cycle.

Does an anti-vibration mat really help with noise?

Yes, against transmitted noise: the mat absorbs vibrations that would otherwise travel through the floor into the building—you will hear the difference especially one floor down. Do ensure the machine is level first; the mat dampens vibrations, but does not correct tilting.

Does the mat work on every floor?

Yes—and you will notice the greatest effect on hard and springy floors: tiles, laminate, and especially wooden subfloors that amplify vibrations. The rubber layer also stops the slow "wandering" of the machine during the spin cycle.

Check out the Strex washing machine accessories—stacking kit and vibration mat—and turn your laundry area into a quiet, tidy space.

Want to know more? Read our article "Stacking your washing machine and dryer + solving vibrations".