How to Install Laundry Closet Countertop

[@dough537]

Kristy, your access door at the back of the countertop is genius. I am a function-over-style kind of guy, so I have been shaking my head at those laundry countertop installations with the utilities stuck away where they are difficult to disconnect, particularly if an emergency occurs. Without a floor drain in the laundry room, turning off the water during down times is a good idea for people like us who have wood floors in adjacent rooms. Thank you for showing me the solution to satisfy function without corrupting style.

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

You bet!! I am all about functionality and figuring out what's most practical! Glad to hear we think alike :D

[@christina4783]

I’m a new single mother and hade no idea where to begin with this! Thank you so, so, so, much for this video! 🙌🙏 😘

[@tiz2717]

Hello, great work. Question. I'm thinking about doing the same thing but with granite countertop. What is the proper way to installing it since it's heavier than a butcher block. Thank you.

[@bartcarlamclain578]

Great Job my dad was a cabinet maker. I have been looking for ideas for my laundry room yours is by far my favorite so far. I am going to save it and try it. Thanks.

[@AudreyPerry]

This video is one of the most helpful I've seen for this project. Very to the point and technically descriptive, if a bit fast. Question: How strong is a shelf like this? Could it actually bear much weight?

[@mrrobinson10]

Best video on laundry countertops I've seen yet. Thanks!

[@smitty7592]

I like the section in the back to get to the shutoffs. First time I’ve seen that.

[@suneetluthra4372]

Great video. What was it you placed underneath the countertop before installing it?

[@janishaperry3161]

Yes! This is why I'm thinking of getting a front load washer. I want to put a counter on top to fold clothes. Now, I just have a laundry closet and we fold clothes everywhere. I want to keep the clothes in one place.

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

^^totally me before the countertop. I use it every single day! it's been such a great solution to keeping all the clothes in the same place.

[@juanmurcia1587]

Hello . I made my laundry countertop as you show . It was beautiful. Thank you.

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Hi, Juan! How wonderful!!!

[@mjsaaeaed]

Awesome Idea. I wonder if I can use the same principal you use to build your countertop, to build a shelf big enough in my laundry room to fold clothes. My wife wants a table/shelf where she can fold, press and do other things while doing laundry. There will be nothing below this shelf to support it (NO LEGS), so I am wondering if placing cleats all around the three walls and just placing the board on top. I want it to be able to hold heavy stuff, including people when leaning on it. What do you think Ms. Kristy?

[@angelinasoto6939]

Ive watched dozens of videos and yours by far was the best one! The only difference is that my washer/dryer are not in a closet (I live in an apt. Building ) and would only be working with two sides of a wall. At least I have an idea of how to built the countertop. Thanks a million!

[@CustomMercuryCougar]

Did you secure the countertop to the cleats or is it just resting in place? If so what did you secure it with? Thanks!

[@mrjdavila]

Thank you for posting this instructional video. It is very helpful. We used some of your pointers and updated our laundry room.

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Jose Davila oh good I’m so glad!!😀

[@collef1136]

Love this And the lift up board at the back is just a great idea. Way to go girl 👍🎉

[@pamelayoo1583]

Great job! I love it! specially the back folding to access cables! Great idea!

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Nikky Nikky thank you!!😊💓

[@kubackjeee]

Hi dont you have any problem with wet spots under the table or on the sides of the dryer? What about air circulation for the dryer

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Hi there! My washer/dryer doesn't seem to produce any moisture on the outside of the unit so no, I haven't had any issues with wet spots underneath the countertop. I'm not sure I understand what you mean by air circulation...our dryer's air vent attaches directly through/behind the drywall which circulates the air outside the house.

[@marisawilson9286]

oh im inspired after seeing your vids, I just dont have any tools.

[@Warkive]

My only recommendation would be extending a support bracket out from the center of the rear cleat forward to the back edge of the main counter as there's a risk that the large counter with no rear/center support may bow in the middle over time.

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Hi, J D! Thanks for the great tip!

[@LaRue1212]

So that center support bracket would extend past the rear counter and onto the main counter, correct?

[@x0nor]

Fantastic. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@juliothebrindleboxer3089]

What do you suggest if I have window on one side (dryer), allowing me only 1’6” of wall to work with and attach a cleat. The other (washer) side has 2’9” of wall including a slight overhang for the top.

[@lisaprice6220]

Well . This is exactly what I need... I think I am going to give it a try

[@PathToAgile]

Nice job. I am going to try it. I hope it turns out as great as yours. thanks for the tutorial.

[@ishmaelwilliams304]

Awesome video nothing more sexy than a lady doing home projects! Started my wife’s washroom project 2 days ago doing will follow your video for shelves because you made it look quick and easy!! Thanks!!

[@911alps]

Brilliant abs may I just add you’ve inspired a dad here not just a mom 😀

[@pamdavis6604]

Nice job ❤

[@raeleeninNC]

Thank you for doing this. This looks very simple and I believe I can do this

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

tiggertude2 Cat: you’re so welcome! You can absolutely do this. 😊

[@missnaturalme]

Thank you for this video. You make it look so easy that I am willing to try it. Great job.

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Shae Laird this makes me so happy!! Thank you 😀 You can do it!

[@montellanojavelosa6249]

Thanks so much for the inspiration. You make it look easy just like everything else on KZbin 🤣 I would say it took me an entire day to do this including (purchasing supplies, staining, etc) I actually coated with polyurethane so it took me longer to allow it to dry completely. Anyway. Thank you!

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Hi, Montellano! Who cares how long it took! How rewarding that it's done though!! Awesome!! :D

[@Aguilaz4ever]

Woo great vid,always looking for diy ideas,and this one is great

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Thank you!! This project has been so useful, I fold laundry on this countertop every day.

[@raeleeninNC]

I just finished mine from using your video. I was actually a fairly easy project . I had problem with drilling. I hate drilling LOL. I am glad I did it though.

[@tiffanyramirez572]

Do you have a video of how you built the top? How do you make it so the back can come up for access to valves?

[@jarivera79]

Building my laundry room now. Wasn't thinking of DIY'ing the countertop but the functionality is a must now. Great video and thanks for the idea.

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

I mean...so functional. I use it every day!

[@toporunninga-frame329]

I don’t know if you will see this, three years later, I’m in the process of doing this process - have you had any sagging of your 3/4 inch plywood counter top without a center support?

[@breezergirl6318]

Extactly what I needed, thanks for sharing!

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

You bet! Glad I could help :)

[@zahidb4608]

Hey good video. Can I ask what colour your walls are In your living area please.

[@mharris1330]

Nice job , good video.

[@LaRue1212]

This is so helpful. I'm going to try this. Thank you!

[@LaRue1212]

Ok so I tried to start on this but had a bad experience and I'm hoping someone can help. I don't have many power tools so I had Lowe's cut the plywood for me. Every single piece is either cut wrong (I gave the right measurements but they didn't cut it right), cut with really bad jagged edges, or both wrong size and jagged. Does this mean I need to just buy a circular saw and cut it myself or do I need to be a more annoying customer at Lowe's and make sure it's right? Do I need a higher quality wood? Is plywood supposed to splinter like that?

[@star.c4644]

That’s awesome! You are so smart! 👏

[@Emk1980]

You have inspired me! 😁 I have just redone my laundry room closet and I'm def going to be doing this!

[@richardwhite2027]

Such a great video - super helpful!

[@brittneyblackshear8942]

Hey there! Love this tutorial and the outcome. Do you recall how much you spent on materials?

[@a-roh5039]

Is that not something you could price out yourself with her materials list?

[@retiredhouse-dad8396]

Cool and easy project. Thank you for the idea 💡

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Of course!!

[@jo2522]

What exactly do you use for the front edging strip?

[@hannaleier1263]

What colour stain did you use?

[@michaelsaldamarco2515]

Great vid. I am remodeling my laundry room now and this was very helpful.

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Wonderful! I'm so glad you found this helpful!

[@anthoniomontana2396]

Nice buns mama!

[@97myluv]

I need help. How do I get the pieces cut? And I love that idea of the added extra piece in the back.

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

When you purchase your wood from your home improvement, arrive prepared with your measurements in hand so you can ask them to make the cuts for you. I've done that many times!

[@viennakue3359]

What size wall anchors would your recommend??

[@kove]

Great idea, may make this for my wife's bday!

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

That would be awesome!!! :)

[@Mich2Paris7]

Woohoo that looks fantastic! I can't wait to do mine! My only problem in that my wall is angled on one side so im not sure how im going to have the wood cut 🤔

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Thank you!!! Where does your wall angle, on the side or in the back?

[@Mich2Paris7]

Mama Wants to Build by Kristy Green, it Angles on the side so Im not even sure how to measure that 🤔

[@amberc5993]

Michelle and Aaron Mitchell try laying down some of that paper that comes on a roll. Butcher paper, maybe? You can make it as large as you need (you may have to tape on a 2nd piece). You can tape it to the straight wall and then bend and cut along the slanted wall. Then you’ll have a perfect template you can use for measuring.

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Constant Ringing Bell - Brilliant!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@Mich2Paris7]

Thats a great idea! yes the angle is towards the back 😊 we still havn't done it yet but hoping to have a go soon

[@maidmargoe31]

Perfect for what I want... Thanks

[@markmosq]

This is awesome, thank you for sharing on how to.

[@tsubasa9342]

Azhar alias

[@stephaniewhite7223]

Is it safe for my condensor dryer to sit on a bench covering a wall socket

[@leeluv96]

It came out nice!

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

leeluv96 thank you very much!

[@Fazhenlocken]

Nice video. Is it possible to reupload with better quality?

[@pipermaru9487]

very good video. thanks

[@branthandford2212]

You need two drills, no more changing out. You are so talented.

[@JV-bc8um]

What if I don't have a third wall because of the water heater thing?

[@jazisntonaim]

How does the piece in the back stay in place? Have you noticed a lot of movement?

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

The piece in back doesn't move, I haven't noticed much movement at all. If the front piece moves forward I just push it back. It's never become an issue though.

[@DeeDee-zo7rv]

How much was this project?

[@florencemandi9447]

Oh my my how l wish l could do that wow that's nice

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Thank you! You can do it! It's been such a practical build that I love using every day!

[@desireeortiz76]

You make this look so easy, but that’s not the case. Can you come to my house?😩

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Hi! I'd love to!! However, it might not be as hard as you think! ;)

[@ramiose1]

Good Job.Thanks.

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Thank you, Rami!!

[@chrissyface618]

Is that a brad nailer or finish nailer?

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

FINISH NAILER *BATTERY NOT INCLUDED amzn.to/2BR9Z64

[@LeonidasD828]

i’d love to know how you did the division in the back please!

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Hey Leonard, the trap door in the back I made by cutting a portion along the back of the countertop using my circular saw, and then using a spade drill bit to create a finger pull to easily open and close. It just rests right on top of the cleats just like the countertop. Hope that makes sense.

[@LeonidasD828]

Mama Wants to Build by Kristy Green Awesome, One more question i am going to use your materials list to make my counter but my room is around 67.5 inches instead of the 61 you have, how did home depot cut the wood for you? did you have to ask them before buying?

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Hey Leonard, sorry for the delay - I hope everything worked out!! In a situation like this where I need someone to cut the wood for me, I just have the nice guys at HD carry the large sheet of plywood off the shelf and over to their saw. I give them measurements and then haul the cut pieces to the front to pay.

[@kellyworsleigh5774]

Good job!!

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Kelly Worsley thank you!! :)

[@jeanettekniebusch9532]

I wish I would have seen this years ago. I wanted s counter to display photos tea cup ect and thought I'd have t o pay someone!

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Jeanette Kniebusch I know! I’ve always thought the same. 😊 You can totally do it!

[@SweetPea6183]

I adore this video and your style. If you could upload this again at a higher quality I'd watch it again. I subbed and liked. Inspire me please! I'm at a stand still on the same project right this moment.

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Baby Doll thanks for the feedback! This is all new to me - I’m learning!! :)

[@bigmistakey3111]

Does this not sag at all?

[@sofiaioanadelprete4819]

you should upload this again in high quality... :)

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Sofia Ioana Del Prete I️ always forget! Learning!! Thanks for the reminder :)

[@sofiaioanadelprete4819]

You're welcome! :) love the video! Very useful!

[@MamaWantstoBuildbyKristyGreen]

Sofia Ioana Del Prete that’s wonderful!! Thank you :)

[@chphl5977]

1:07 1:56 2:12 2:15 2:25 3:50 Bonus: 1:17

[@helenmcgill5563]

I don’t know what cleats or dry wall anchors are 😆

[@JuanMartinez-ow5ie]

Baby!

[@romanaangersbach1176]

I have checked many woodworking plan sites. I think the instructions from Woodprix are the best.

[@gamerclownz2783]

I dare you to make a video on how to hang a counter top above a top load washer.

[@kathleenlust663]

Haha, how about hinging the countertop so that the counter can flip over the dryer. So, it would be done the same way using the cleates, but cross cut the plywood between the two appliances then add a piano hinge.

[@DoublePenetration0]

Don't do this do gas powered dryers! They need to breathe air!

[@kingofspades531]

DoublePenetration0 The only type of dryer that *might* apply to this is a ventless condenser dryer, but those usually vent out the front bottom. If the machine, whether gas or electric, is connected properly to the exhaust vent and is kept clean, and the dryer itself is working properly, there won’t be any heat or moisture to be trapped under a countertop. They don’t vent from behind or underneath.

[@64maxpower]

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[@rgvmarciano]

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