How to Plan Laundry Cabinets for a Practical NZ Laundry

A well-planned laundry keeps washing, cleaning and storage tasks in one practical zone. Even a small room can work efficiently when appliance dimensions, plumbing, ventilation and cabinet clearances are confirmed before cabinets are ordered.

Decide what the laundry must hold

List the tasks and items the room needs to support. Common requirements include a washing machine, dryer, laundry tub, detergents, cleaning products, linen, baskets, an ironing board and space for sorting or folding.

Keep hazardous products in storage appropriate for the household. Frequently used items should be easy to reach without blocking appliance doors or the main walkway.

Confirm exact appliance dimensions

Record the make, model and installation instructions for the washing machine and dryer. Check the full depth with hoses, plugs and door projection—not only the cabinet dimensions shown in a product summary.

Allow the ventilation, connection and service clearances required by the manufacturer. Do not fully enclose an appliance unless both the appliance and cabinet arrangement are designed for it.

If appliances are stacked, use the manufacturer's approved stacking method and confirm the wall, floor and surrounding clearances.

Measure services and openings

Use the KC&S measuring guide as a room-recording checklist. Mark water supply, waste, power points, vents, windows, doors and architraves. Measure the room at more than one height and check whether the floor is level.

Confirm service changes with suitable trades before finalising the cabinet plan.

Plan the cabinet sequence

Place the laundry tub where plumbing and everyday use make sense. Provide practical storage near the work area and keep enough benchtop for sorting or folding if the room allows it.

Wall cabinets can make use of height, but check safe fixing points and head clearance. Tall cabinets can hold brooms, mops or linen when their internal arrangement suits those items. Draw every cabinet and appliance door in its open position to expose collisions.

Allow for panels and fillers

Cabinet widths alone do not describe the full installed run. You may need fillers beside a wall, finished end panels, toe kicks and allowance for walls that are not straight. These details affect both appearance and whether doors and drawers open freely.

Check benchtop and wet-area details

Confirm the benchtop material, depth, joints, overhangs and any cut-out for the laundry tub. Seal and maintain the installation according to the product and installer's requirements. Water-resistant finishes reduce risk, but standing water and unsealed edges can still damage cabinetry.

Stone benchtop warranty and care details are awaiting confirmation from the KC&S stone partner, so do not publish a specific stone warranty promise until it has been verified.

Compare the full package

Review the complete component list before ordering. Do not assume the tub, tap, benchtop, handles, appliances, panels, fillers, toe kicks, assembly, delivery or installation are included unless the product description lists them.

The Naples soft-touch laundry cabinet package is one current package to compare. The page address still contains an outdated Blum reference and needs a developer-managed replacement URL and permanent redirect; use the live link until that redirect is arranged.

Premier cabinets are moving to DTC soft-close hinges and DTC soft-close drawer runners as the standard-price option where applicable. Some current stock may still contain Blum hinges during the transition. Customers can pay extra to upgrade suitable cabinets to Blum branded hinges and runners. Confirm the hardware for the specific order before purchase.

Final checks before ordering

Confirm appliance models and installation instructions.
Check plumbing, waste, power and ventilation.
Measure appliance doors, cabinet doors and drawers open.
Include panels, fillers, toe kicks and service clearance.
Confirm benchtop and tub details.
Review every included and excluded component.
Plan delivery access and installation responsibilities.

Use the KC&S cabinet installation checklist to prepare the room. For help checking the project, contact KC&S with your measurements, appliance models, photographs and suburb.

Reviewed August 2026. Product specifications, hardware and availability can change; verify the current product description and order details before purchasing.

Laundry cabinet questions

How much space should I leave around a washing machine?

Use the dimensions and ventilation, hose and service clearances required by the exact appliance manufacturer. Include space for doors, drawers and appliance movement.

How should laundry cabinets be protected from moisture?

Provide suitable ventilation, wipe up spills promptly and keep standing water away from cabinet edges and joins. Follow the cabinet and benchtop care instructions.

What warranty applies to stone benchtops?

KC&S stone benchtops come with a 10-year warranty. Damage caused by chipping, deep scratching, impact, misuse or other customer-caused damage is not covered. Email warranty claims to customerservice@kitchencabinets.co.nz.

Who should move plumbing or electrical services?

Use suitable qualified trades and confirm all service changes before the cabinet plan is finalised.