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DIY Washing Machine From 2 Buckets

A really simple homemade washing machine form two buckets that anyone can make and use.

Equipment

  • two large 5-gallon buckets
  • 1 toilet plunger
  • drill
  • sandpaper
  • A strong rope with a carabiner attached (only if you have a strong tree you can hang the bucket from.

Instructions

  • Drill holes down the sides and at the base of only one bucket.
    drilling holes in the first bucket
  • Use sandpaper to remove rough edges around each hole.
    using sandpaper to polish the holes
  • Drill a hole in the center of one of the bucket lids.
    drilling hole in the center of the lid
  • Drill holes in the rubber of the plunger.
    drilling holes in plunger
  • Feed the plunger's hand through the hole in the lid.
    inserting plunger through the hole

Notes

  • You can get the buckets on Amazon or another online shopping platform to which you have access. You can also use an old tub – these would typically weigh a few kg - if you don’t have buckets at hand.