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    Feb 12, 2008, 08:49 AM
    Draining a washing machine into a floor drain
    I am getting ready to install a washing machine in my basement and the only way to drain the machine is through the floor drain. I was told that this would cause excessive suds when draining. Is there anything I can do to prevent backup because the area is completely finished with dry wall, trim, and flooring. I don't want to tear anything out if possible. In this utility room there is an exposed stack pipe from the toilet in the ceiling, I can't see connecting to this pipe because it is several feet above the washer. Do you have any suggestions?

    Thanks Gary
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    Feb 12, 2008, 09:35 AM
    You can tie into that stack pipe at 36" off the floor by using a PVC wye. Is the stack cast iron or PVC?
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