This is the best decision we ever made to purchase the pedestal. Not only it raises the height of the front load washer so it is easier to open and load the laundry without hurting the back. Itself provide a good space for laundry storage. The drawer open and close smoothly and quiet.
I bought the machines after being disappointed with a General Electric combo. These machines are so great. They weigh twice as much as the G E and my cloths come out so clean.
A must have for the new front load washers. Puts the washer at the right height for your back, so no straining. Drawer glides super smoothly. It is totally worth the extra money. If you are not sure About it, put some heavy wet towels in the washer on display, and pull them out, you will see why. You won’t want to do a load of wash without it.
When we bought the new washer and dryer, we did not purchase the pedestals for them. When the units were installed and we used the machines, it became apparent we needed them to make it easier to load and transfer the wash without straining your back. Definitely purchase pedestals when you buy the washer and dryer. You will be glad you did and your back will thank you, too!