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What that drawer under your washer or dryer is really for

Related: The Best Washer and Dryer Sets We've Ever Tested The pedestals boost your washer and dryer about a foot to a foot ...
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YADIYT: Can I build my own washer pedestal?

Our washer died last week and I elected to buy a new Fridaire unit at Juanflaco's suggestion (thanks!). I just ordered the washer and the pedestal. After thinking about it, I'm not sure that was $180 ...