The position of the door will be decided by where the chute will end below. Preferably, a laundry chute should be installed above or as close to the laundry room as possible. Ideally, this should be straight up and down although this may not always be possible so you will be required to offset the chute at an angle. This should not be more than 45 °.
Once you've determined what type of door you would like, its now time to decide where the chute will go. Is there a room, or cupboard above the utility or washing machine area? If not directly above how far away is it (clothes don't fall sideways) Is it a wooden or concrete floor? If wooden how wide are the floor joists? Are there services run in the floor? You should consult your architect or builder to decide what size of chute is required. We can supply 250mm, 300mm 350mm and 400mm diameters. A 250mm is generally only installed if the space is limited between floor joists. A 300mm chute is our preferred size for a domestic family home. 350mm and 400mm is normally installed in care homes or small hotels. If you're moving a lot of laundry, consider purchasing a larger door and chute diameter. This will allow you to move more laundry at once.
Laundry Chute Door location - Choosing the door location and position
First, decide where the door will be positioned and how it will sit. Will you have the door horizontally or vertically on the wall? Make sure that the laundry chute door has enough clearance to allow the door to open. Position the door so it's not too high that you will struggle to lift the laundry and not too low that you are straining yourself. We recommend the door is 1m from the finished floor level to the middle of the door. Next, consider whether you want the door to open left, right, up or down. Our laundry chute doors for homes can be mounted in any direction and also be moved if you wish to change. Our commercial doors can only be hung left or right and will have to be decided when placing an order. This will determine where the hinges should go.
All our doors are 1hr fire-rated which are suitable for domestic use only. Please note that this product is designed to meet the requirements of BS EN 14181:2007.
Our commercial doors are 90min or 2hr fire-rated and meet the requirements of BS 1703:2005, NFPA 82
Features domestic:
• Flush, beaded or surface mount
• Child and vulnerable adult friendly
• White Powder Coated Finish
Features commercial:
• Surface mount
• 4 digit changeable password control panel to allow usage by authorised users and only one door open at a time.
• Stainless steel finish
Benefits:
• The door meets the requirements of BS EN14181:2007
• The doors are suitable for domestic and commercial
• The doors are manufactured to fit any size of the chute
Contact us today and ensure your laundry chute stays safe and compliant. For servicing, repairs, or if you would like a laundry chute installed, the number to call is 01563 555881, or you can email us at info@easylinelaundry.com.
With a passion for innovative home solutions and a commitment to customer satisfaction, John Graham leads Easyline Laundry Chutes as its Managing Director. Under his leadership, Easyline has become a trusted name in the UK for providing high-quality, manufactured laundry chute systems. His expertise in business management and his keen understanding of market demands have played a pivotal role in shaping the company's direction and success.
John's approach to business is centred on providing efficient, reliable solutions that cater to the modern homeowner's needs. He emphasises quality in both product selection and customer service, ensuring that every Easyline installation adds value and convenience to homes. His vision for the company includes not just maintaining but continually enhancing the quality and range of services offered, keeping Easyline at the forefront of the industry.
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