Small-sized apartments with close bathrooms and without utility rooms are typical of Russia, and in the near future the situation is unlikely to radically change for the better. Therefore, owners of such housing should be especially carefully approaching space planning, as well as the choice of the dimensions of the washing machine and the place for its installation.
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Depending on the dimensions, the washing machines are made to divide the types: large-term, standard, narrow and compact. This classification is somewhat conditional, as "transitional forms" appear on sale, the dimensions of which are slightly different from the norms. For example, washing machines with a depth of 35 cm and less allocated by manufacturers in an independent category "especially narrow". In recent years, the possibility of small-sized washing machines has increased significantly, as, however, and models of other sizes. Almost halved their capacity. If earlier the maximum amount of linen, which was calculated by the standard size technique, was usually 5 kg, then even especially narrow washing machines are also presented on sale the same and greater capacity.
Among the particular narrow champions for the capacity can be considered the Candy GVS34 (6 kg), HotPoint VMUF 501, BEKO MVB 59001 (both 5 kg), and among the "simple" narrow, there are also machines designed for 8 kg of linen, for example Candy GVS44 128DC3 -07, Samsung WW80K42E06W, INDESIT NWSK 8128 L. As for various technical innovations, they are presented in narrow and compact devices quite fully. First of all, we are talking about various washing modes. But there are almost no narrow devices with drying function (there is a large volume tank, which contradicts the concept of narrow machines), from exceptions you can call the LG F12U1HDM1N model.
Nevertheless, the purchase of a small-sized washing machine is still forced to measure. Such a technique works in difficult conditions (humidity, chemically active detergents) and at high loads. The large body, among other things, it is also the best technological gaps between the details, increased stability, the best opposition of vibration, etc. The full-size body is religious, and the cars of both types are approximately the same.
When choosing a car, you should pay attention to the size of the model and the location of its installation - the manufacturer indicates the dimensions of the device by the case without taking into account the protruding parts, for example, control knobs. It is worth choosing a machine with maximum loading. Even if the family is small and things are not a lot, the spacious drum will allow you to easily erase the volumetric things and in a narrow washing machine. About weak places. In small machines, vibration is inevitable. And the smaller the area of the device, the stronger the vibration. To compensate for vibration, it is better to choose the most severe model.
Alexander Kryuchenkov
Specialist of the Martkening Department Kandy S.G.
The only Daewoo compact washing machine with wall mounting. Capacity 3 kg (from 19 999 rubles). Photo: Daewoo.
In search of the place
Narrow washing machines can be placed not only in the bathroom, but also in other, less fitted premises. For example, they are often installed in a contaminated corridor, so that a space remains with a width of at least 60-80 cm. For close rooms, the optimal vertical loading machines are optimal. Narrow and especially narrow devices can be placed in wall niches, and the compact technique is designed for installation under the sink in the bathroom or in the kitchen.
There are also wall models of washing machines, Daewoo is released. These are particularly compact devices calculated usually by 3 kg of linen. In any case, the room in which the washing machine will be installed, it is necessary to thoroughly measure it in advance. Remember that the washing machine cannot be installed close to the walls or furniture, a technological gap of 5-10 cm should be envisaged from the sides and the back. There should be free space for manipulations with lover. It is desirable that it amounted to at least 0.5 m² for vertical loading machines and approximately 1 m² for models with front loading. Do not forget to measure the distance from the washing machine to the point of connecting it to the sewage plum. It should not exceed 4.5-5 m, since the drain pump in most models is not designed for greater load. Accordingly, the maximum length of the coupling hose should be 5 m; It is impossible to merge several hoses due to the risk of leaks. If you plan to place a washing machine in the corridor or hallway, take care of high-quality leakage protection.
For many years, the reference option is the triple protection against the Aquastop leaks offered by Bosch. It includes a two-layer hose with a safety valve, as well as a leakage sensor located in the pallet of the machine. There are similar protection systems from other manufacturers. Choosing a technique for a small room, you need to take into account its ergonomics. For example, for models with front loading, it is desirable that the angle for opening the loading hatch was 180 °, and not 90 °. It is not bad so that the hatch had a large diameter (30-35 cm) and a comfortable handle (the convenience of its design is better to check when buying). And if the technique is located near the residential area, it is important that she worked as quieter. In this respect, engines with inverter control are well established, for example, in the LG Inverter Direct Drive (LG) or Ecosilence Drive (Bosch) model, vertical loading machines, whirlpool.
Compact washing machine Aqua 2D1040-07 (Candy), AQUAMATIC series, dimensions (in × sh × g) 70 × × 51 × 43 cm, loading 4 kg (19 thousand rubles). Photo: Candy
Narrow washing machines: model WLT24540OE (Bosch), depth 44.6 cm, loading 7 kg (39 thousand rubles). Photo: Bosch.
Model EWS1076CI (Electrolux), loading 7 kg (32 500 rubles). Photo: Electrolux
Support (35 cm) WKB 51031 PTMA washing machine (BEKO) (15 500 rub.). Photo: Beko.
Washing machine with vertical loading whirlpool; An elongated door handle simplifies manipulation with lover. Photo: Whirlpool.
Narrow washing machine with drying LG F12U1HDM1N, depth 45 cm, touch control panel at an angle of 15 ° (46,900 rubles). Photo: LG.
Narrow (40 cm) WKY 61031 PTYW2 washing machine (BEKO) (17 800 rub.). Photo: Beko.
Model Siemens WS12T540 (depth 44.6 cm). Photo: Siemens.
Model ELECTROLUX EWS1277FDW (depth 45 cm). Photo: Electrolux
Narrow (44 cm depth) washing machine GVS44 128DC3-07 (Candy), loading up to 8 kg, digital electronic display (19 500 rub.). Photo: Candy.
A number of INNEX models (indesit) are equipped with an inverter engine that minimizes the noise level and provides comfortable operation. Photo: indesit.
5 useful programs and washing modes,
Quick wash - full-fledged work in accelerated mode; In modern machines, the shortest wash lasts 14 minutes (Candy).Election of stains - The technology of removing even hardwood spots, is in BOSCH models (Antistain option), Miele, InNex InDesit Machines.
Light ironing - the mode in which the formation of folds on the tissues is minimized; Used not only before ironing.
Cold Water Wash - Effective washing at 15 ° C helps to keep the color and shape of things, as well as save water and electricity; The option is provided, for example, in WHIRLPOOL, BOSCH machines.
Night wash - mode with a minimum noise level when working; In close apartments, he will be quite by the way.
Case sizes and capacity of household washing machines
Size of the case | Dimensions (in x beach), see | Capacity, kg linen |
|---|---|---|
Greaterarmen | From 85 x from 60 x from 60 | 9-15 and more |
Standard | 81-85 x 60 x 60 | 6-9 |
Narrow | 81-85 x 60 x 35-60 | 4-8 |
Especially narrow | 81-85 x 60 x to 35 | 4-6 |
Compact | Up to 80 x 50-60 x 35-45 | 3-4 |
