Laundry Pedestals for Sale in Madison and Janesville, Wisconsin

A laundry pedestal is a 12 to 15-inch storage base that sits beneath a front load washer or dryer, raising the appliance to a more comfortable loading height and adding a built-in pull-out drawer for laundry supplies. Pedestals are brand and model-specific (they aren't interchangeable across manufacturers) and are sold individually, so you can add one under the washer, the dryer, or both.

Brothers Main carries laundry pedestals for LG, Maytag, Whirlpool, Samsung, GE Appliances, Amana, and Electrolux at our showrooms in Madison and Janesville, Wisconsin. Browse our full laundry collection to see matching washers, dryers, and complete laundry sets

Benefits of Adding a Pedestal to Your Laundry Setup

A pedestal isn't a required accessory, but it changes how a laundry room functions day to day. Here's what they actually do.

• Reduced Back Strain: Raising a front load washer or dryer 12 to 15 inches moves the door opening from hip height closer to chest height. For households doing daily laundry, the ergonomic gain is the main reason to buy a pedestal, especially for taller users or anyone with back, hip, or knee issues.
• Built-In Storage: Most pedestals include a pull-out drawer sized to hold large detergent jugs, dryer sheets, stain remover, and laundry tools. The drawer often replaces a separate cabinet or shelving unit and keeps supplies within arm's reach of the machine.
• Reduced Vibration and Noise: A laundry pedestal adds mass and a stable base beneath a front load washer, which can vibrate noticeably during the high-speed spin cycle. The extra weight anchors the unit on uneven floors and dampens vibration, particularly relevant for second-floor laundry rooms above living spaces.
• Matched Aesthetic: A laundry pedestal pair lifts the washer and dryer to a more visually prominent height and creates a built-in look. Matching finishes pull the laundry room together visually.

Shop Laundry Pedestals by Brand

Laundry pedestals are designed to match a specific manufacturer's washer and dryer line, and they aren't interchangeable across brands. Bring or share your washer or dryer model number, and our team can verify the right pedestal match before you buy.

• LG Laundry Pedestals: Sized for LG front load washers and dryers, with a 27-inch width that matches LG's full-size laundry footprint. LG also offers the SideKick pedestal, a built-in mini washer that replaces the standard storage drawer, useful for households that run small specialty loads separately from the main wash.
• Maytag Laundry Pedestals: Built for Maytag front load washers and dryers, with heavy-duty construction that matches the brand's commercial-style build. The pull-out drawer is sized for large detergent jugs and bulk laundry supplies.
• Whirlpool Laundry Pedestals: Fit Whirlpool models with a matching finish and footprint. The integrated storage drawer keeps detergent, dryer sheets, and laundry tools within reach of the machine.
• Samsung Laundry Pedestals: Sized for Samsung units and available in finishes that match Samsung's color lineup, including champagne, navy, ivory, and white. The drawer accommodates Samsung-specific accessories and standard laundry supplies.
• GE Appliances Laundry Pedestals: Match GE front load washers and dryers across the GE and GE Profile lines. Finish, footprint, and the pull-out storage drawer all match the appliances above.

Brothers Main also carries laundry pedestals for Amana and Electrolux. Compatibility is brand and model specific, so share your washer or dryer model number with our team and we can confirm the right match before you buy.

Buy a Laundry Pedestal at Brothers Main

A pedestal is one of the easiest accessories to get wrong if you don't have the exact model number of your washer or dryer. Seeing one in person makes it easier to compare drawer depth, finish match, and added height before you commit.

Brothers Main has been serving Wisconsin since 1938, with showrooms in East Madison, West Madison, and Janesville. We can install your pedestal at the same time as a new washer or dryer purchase, and our 30-day price match guarantee covers every order. Visit an appliance showroom near you or contact us to get started.

 

Frequently Asked Questions: Laundry Pedestals

Are laundry pedestals worth it?

For households doing daily laundry on a front load washer and dryer, yes, in most cases. Raising the door opening 12 to 15 inches makes loading and unloading significantly easier on the back and knees, and the built-in storage drawer replaces a separate shelving unit. For households running one or two loads a week, the upgrade is more about aesthetics than necessity.

Can I use any pedestal with my washer and dryer?

No. Pedestals are brand and model-specific. A Maytag pedestal won't fit an LG washer, and even within the same brand, pedestals are sized to specific model series. The safest way to confirm compatibility is to match the pedestal to your washer or dryer model number. Share the model number with our team and we can verify the right fit before you buy.

How tall is a laundry pedestal?

Most laundry pedestals add 12 to 15 inches of height beneath a front load washer or dryer. With a standard 36-inch-tall washer on a 13-inch pedestal, the door opening sits roughly 49 inches off the floor, closer to chest height than hip height. If your laundry room has cabinets above the appliances, measure the overhead clearance before committing to a pedestal.

Can you put a top load washer on a pedestal?

No. Pedestals are built exclusively for front load washers and dryers. Top load machines load through a hinged top lid, and raising them on a pedestal makes loading harder, not easier. Top load washers and dryers are also not engineered to be elevated on a pedestal base, which can create stability issues during the spin cycle.

Should I buy a pedestal for the washer, the dryer, or both?

Buying a matched pair keeps both units at the same working height and creates a finished look, which is why most setups use two pedestals. A single pedestal works if you only want to raise one unit, usually the washer, since loading wet clothes is heavier. If your laundry room has limited ceiling clearance, buying for only one appliance keeps overall height down.

Can I build my own laundry pedestal?

You can build a wood or metal frame to raise your washer and dryer, but it's not recommended. Front load washers spin at over 1,000 RPM, and DIY pedestals can shift or transmit vibration to the floor under the lateral force. Manufacturer warranties may not cover damage from non-approved installation bases. Factory pedestals include vibration dampening, a storage drawer, and a matching finish.