Washing Machine Gripper Pads To Prevent Movement

As a washer revs up to a higher RPM, it's extremely common for vibrations to cause unwanted movement and sometimes even damage to the unit. Before placing any special anti-vibration washer grippers under the feet, there's a couple of simple things you can check. 

Common Issues

1. Check to ensure that the shipping bolts have been removed. If the shipping bolts have not been removed, this can cause excessive vibration which can damage the unit.

2. Ensure the washer is level. Over time, locking nuts on washer feet can become loosened and re-adjustment may be necessary.


'Stop-Slides' stop horizontal movement of washing machines.

These gripper pads and cups will prevent washer movement whilst also minimizing vibration and noise.

 

The extent to which a washing machine is loud whilst in use is exacerbated by vibrations which go down through your floor, increasing that droning noise throughout your home. There are specialized 'vibration stoppers', (pictured below). However, the gripper pads shown above are not specifically designed for washing machines, but it is claimed by the producer that they will put a stop to any walking and other movement.  I think I'd have to see it to believe it. From my experience, you'd need to be creating some pretty serious grip to restrain a determined washer.

If you're interested click here to view 'Stop Slides' on Amazon

 
Specialized feet cups for washers

If you're looking for a more specialized stopper which is made specifically for washers then these grip cups will be worth considering. They're capable of not only keeping your washer in position, but also dramatically diminishing vibrations and noise.

'Silent Feet' Anti-Vibration Anti-Movement Pads

These special anti-vibration pads for washers will put an end to unwanted 'walking' and also cut down on noise of both front loaders and top loaders. By leveling the washer, and stopping the vibration between the feet and the floor, movement is stopped. Named 'Silent Feet', these will be perfect for saving the sanity of anyone whose struggling with loud or adventurous washing machines.

These pads have a clean modern appearance and use a dual material vibration isolation system to get the job done. Polymer technology allows these little cups to restrain appliances without requiring any glue or complicated installation. Using these is as simple as lifting and placing them under the feet.

Click here to view 'Silent Feet' on Amazon

I tend to be a little cheap and avoid spending on these kinds of things, as I go into D.I.Y mode and think I can fix it myself. However, looking back, I just couldn't do this without resorting to something ridiculous like wedging bricks between the washer and the wall. I started considering drastic things like chaining it to the wall somehow because I was so tired of pushing it back into position.

If anyone has any clever D.I.Y ideas for restraining them during a spin cycle then feel free to post them up.