Do you take your shower after starting a cycle on your washing machine without asking yourself any questions? In some homes, the location of your washing appliances can make this habit risky.
In our interiors, the bathroom has become much more than a simple bathroom: it often serves as an optimized laundry room. If installing a washing machine or a condensation dryer next to the shower is a real space saver, this cohabitation requires adjustments so that laundry care remains synonymous with safety. The danger lies in the network’s ability to support the power required for washing and spinning in a humid environment.
In old houses, installing a front washing machine or a high-performance model requires vigilance. A current washing machine uses electricity intensively to heat the water and rotate the drum. In period housing, the circuits were not designed for this load. Using your washing machine while you wash exposes the installation to overheating, making laundry care dangerous.
Today, a well-designed home benefits from dedicated connections for large laundry appliances. In a recent construction, running your washing machine in the bathroom is secured by strict earthing standards. You can therefore start laundry with complete peace of mind. On the other hand, in old buildings, this simultaneity weakens the installation if it has not been designed to accommodate a modern laundry area.
Houses built before 1960 are particularly concerned because the protection of washing machine sockets was not systematic. The risk becomes critical for homes before 1940: at that time, the networks were not insulated to withstand the water vapor from a shower and the operation of a spin dryer or a washing machine heater. The combination of outdated wiring and a powerful household appliance in a humid environment can then cause a serious short circuit.
To secure your laundry care area, a few simple steps are required. Having the connection of your washing machine checked by a professional is essential to identify renovation points. In the meantime, one maintenance rule prevails: avoid activating your washing programs or drying cycles when someone is using the shower. These adjustments ensure that managing linens remains a safe and enjoyable everyday task.
