Venting Closet Doors 2021

The New York Times came out with an article January 25, 2021 highlighting the top 5 washer and dryers for the new year. This article can be shown below. It goes over this years picks, so we figured why not come out with a venting guide on closet doors to become compliant with these recommendations.

Often times, we will have conversations with architects regarding the venting configurations and options. We always provide a detailed project analysis of the amount of square inches of free air needed, in order to have a full view of what is needed to comply with the dryer’s manufacturing constraints. Below is an overview of each of the top dryers, and what is needed venting on the closet door in front of that dryer in order to remain safe and compliant with the constraints. There are many creative ways to accommodate venting, shall the manufacturer’s verbage on each of the dryer types. Overall, most require venting on the actual door for this years models, some give an alternate to just keep the door open when using. Each is broken out for your review/use.

As you can see, all dryer manufacturers suggest different venting options on the closet doors in front of these stackable units. There is no blanket statement that covers all venting options. We always suggest to vent according to this installation manual broken out above.

As part of our White Glove service in working with architects, we would be happy to provide drawings similar to the one below breaking out the math to ensure adequate airflow is moving through the closet door. Every door size (width and height) and/or venting option as well as venting size that differs, will change the air flow numbers.