Planning to buy an original dryer stand in Australia rather than a copy? That’s a smart place to start. Not every stand on the market has been tested. Copies rarely carry the same backing either. Britec has built the genuine article since 2009. Independent testing and a proper warranty stand behind every unit. Here’s what separates the original from an imitation, and where to find the real thing.
Britec Innovative Products is Australian owned and run, through and through. Founder Tony Kahale created the original Dryer Stand after spotting a common laundry problem. Dryers had nowhere solid to sit once floor space got tight, so he built something better. From that one idea, Britec grew into a small, close-knit team. The team is based in Wetherill Park, New South Wales. Tony still speaks with customers himself, which shapes how every stand gets refined and tested.
A few quick facts worth knowing before you buy:
Britec offers different freestanding configurations because a top loader, a standard front loader and a confined laundry do not require the same solution.
Top & front loaders
An adjustable option for households that need clearance above a top loader or flexibility around a front loader.
Two-dryer solution
A vertical two-tier configuration created for households that need to organise more than one dryer above a front loader.
Front loaders
A front-loader solution designed to move into position more easily in laundries where access around the washing machine is limited.
Genuine Britec stands come from a handful of trusted sources. Buying through one of these keeps you covered by the real testing and warranty behind the product.
Britec stands have been independently tested by SGS. This checks structural performance under everyday domestic use. Imitation stands rarely go through this kind of testing at all. That gap counts most once the dryer is running and the frame is under load.
Every genuine Britec stand carries a five-year warranty on the frame. It covers defects in materials or workmanship, not normal wear and tear. Copies typically offer six to twelve months of cover, if they offer any at all.
It helps to know what separates a genuine stand from a copy before buying.
None of these points show up clearly in a product photo. That’s why copies can look convincing online, right up until the frame is under real load.
Checking these four points takes only a few minutes before you commit to buying.
The difference between a genuine stand and a copy goes further than the frame itself. It also shows up in what happens after you buy.
That kind of backing counts for a lot if something ever needs replacing under warranty. A genuine seller with an Australian base is easier to reach and easier to hold accountable.
Britec sells directly through its own website. Stock and pricing are listed clearly for every model. Orders ship nationwide, so location isn’t a barrier.
For those who’d rather see a stand before buying, Britec also runs two display showrooms. One sits in Pemulwuy near Sydney, and the other is in Ripley near Brisbane. The same genuine stands are also sold through approved retailers. These include Harvey Norman, Bunnings, and Amazon, each of which runs its own listing checks.
Buying the genuine product doesn’t mean paying it all upfront. Afterpay and Zip Money are both available at checkout, and neither charges interest. Spreading the cost this way still comes with the full five-year warranty. Payment method doesn’t change what’s covered.
Genuine stands come from Britec’s own website, its two showrooms, or an approved retailer. Each one carries the same SGS testing and five-year warranty as standard. Buying from anywhere else makes that cover much harder to claim if a problem comes up.
Britec builds its stands to suit household dryers of different sizes. Each frame gets tested against standard domestic loads before it reaches a customer. Exact capacity shifts a bit between the standard stand, the Maxi, and the Glide-in. Best to check with the team directly if you need a specific figure before buying.
An original dryer stand costs a little more than a copy. That gap buys real testing and a proper warranty, not just a lower price tag. Britec has spent years refining a stand that holds up under everyday use. Whether you order online, visit a showroom, or shop through a retailer, the product stays the same. Every path leads back to the same tested frame and the same five-year cover. Reach us today and we’ll help you find the right stand for your home.
The value of a dryer stand is not simply that it holds an appliance. The design needs to work with the room, the washing machine and the way the household uses the laundry.
Freestanding
No wall brackets or drilling are required for the stand itself.
Adjustable setup
Selected models provide width, height or levelling adjustment.
Anti-slip shelf
Rubber shelf material is designed to reduce dryer movement and vibration.
Portable solution
A practical choice for renters and households planning future moves.
A simple process helps avoid fit issues and makes product selection much easier.
Record the available width, depth and height, including cabinets, doors and services.
Check machine dimensions, dryer weight and top-loader lid clearance where relevant.
Compare your measurements with Britec sizing guides and certified capacity.
Follow the model instructions or arrange professional installation in an available area.
Tony Kahale created the Dryer Stand after identifying a need for a more practical space-saving laundry solution.
The response to the original design led to Britec Innovative Products and an expanding range of home solutions. The company continues to develop products around common household problems, with customer conversations helping shape future designs.
Britec remains Australian owned and operated, with an in-house focus on product quality and personalised customer service.
Tony Kahale Founder & Product Design Developer
