Compact automatic machines
They are chosen if there is very little space for installation. As a rule, such models are placed in the bathroom under the sink. Dimensions of compact models: they reach 40-46 cm in depth, have a width of no more than 50 cm, and a height of no more than 70 cm. Of course, such dimensions affect the capacity, it is no more than 3 kg of dry laundry. If you want to install it under the sink, you may need a special sink. Surprisingly, the cost of such models is no less, and sometimes more, than standard ones, and their choice is much smaller. Compact models with vertical loading are almost impossible to find.
Dimensions
Under the sink
To install such household appliances, you need to buy it complete with a sink of the same dimensions. The unit has approximate dimensions:
- height - 70-85 cm;
- width - up to 50 cm;
- depth - 44-51 cm.
Sinks for a mini washing machine-automatic differ in the raw materials from which they are made:
- Vinyl (plastic) - do not differ in wear resistance. After a while, they lose their whiteness and luster, becoming grayish or brownish.
- Faience (ceramic) - the most popular among users due to durability, wear resistance, long-term preservation of appearance and compliance with environmental requirements.
- Polymer concrete - created from a pressed material, which is based on concrete. Covered with enamel, unstable to wear, scratches and external defects.
Such sinks should have a special drain design - lateral. It is advisable to install so that its edges are located above the machine. This will protect the machine from moisture and splashes.
Front loading
These products are manufactured by Ardo, LG, Candy, Bosch, Indesit, Electrolux, Whirlpool, Miele and Zanussi. Products are common due to the practicality and convenience of side loading. It can be installed under a washstand or kitchen worktop.
Top loading
Models vibrate and make less noise than all types of washing machines. This is due to the peculiarities of their design - the drum is mounted on two axes. The depth is 60 cm, and the width is 40 cm. The height repeats the parameters of standard products. To use the product, access to the upper hatch is required, where the laundry is loaded.
Built-in washing machines
Built-in home appliances are now fashionable. The buyer chooses the required option among those offered with different sizes and mechanisms, designs, assembly and functions (washing modes / programs, energy class, spin / speed). Such products are not cheap, but they guarantee space savings and a sophisticated interior.
When embedding the unit in the kitchen, you need to pay attention to the coincidence of the width of the headset and the machine. A front washer is suitable for a solid countertop
Its height should not reach the surface level by 7-10 cm.
The compact device has approximate parameters:
- width - about 50 cm;
- depth - 44-51 cm;
- height - up to 70 cm.
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With drying
The purchase of narrow washing machines with a drying function is beneficial. There is no need to additionally buy a drying device and look for a place for it. The height of the product is typical and equal to 85 cm, the width ranges from 60 cm (as in standard models) to 44-52 cm. This type of technique is called "2 in 1". Its price is 2 times higher compared to similar products, but it is suitable for homes where there is no possibility to dry clothes.
Advantages and disadvantages
A small-sized machine seems to many homeowners to be the perfect space-saving laundry option. It, like any technique, also has advantages and disadvantages.
Among the advantages:
- The parameters reduced compared to standard models are the main reason for purchasing such a machine. In most cases, it is installed in small apartments.
- The usual set of functions - SMA works like its standard counterpart.
- Saving water and energy - at the same time, the quality of washing is high.
The disadvantages are the following:
- Price - for compact machines, the cost is the same as for conventional ones, or even higher.
- Small tank volume - it holds no more than 3-4 kg of laundry. If you plan to wash outerwear, bedding, etc., it is better to abandon such a machine in favor of its standard counterpart. Manufacturers who claim that their products can hold up to 8 kg of laundry are simply deceiving.
- A small assortment - well-known brands have few such equipment, and some manufacturers do not provide it to customers at all.
- Rapid wear of parts - for the sake of a reduced body, the manufacturer is forced to place the internal elements more compactly, which negatively affects the operation of the product and its durability.
- Instability - the design of small washing machines does not provide a full-fledged counterweight. When spinning at high speeds, it moves and rattles.
Rating of compact washing machines
Below are the models of the most popular small-sized washing machines of well-known developers. Common products are Samsung, LG, Hotpoint-Ariston, Indesit and others.
Candy
They wash items of different colors together, keeping their original look thanks to the “mix power system” mode. Among the features are rich functionality (there are 16 different types of washing), decent design and affordable cost (about 12-13 thousand rubles). For example, Aquamatic 1D835-07 holds 3.5 kg and is characterized by a spin speed of 800 rpm. The parameters are 51x46x70 cm.
Electrolux
Compact equipment has a drum rotating at a speed of 1300 rpm. It uses water and detergent sparingly thanks to Eco-Valve technology, helping to keep the environment clean. The design includes a tank created from a patented high quality substance - "carboran". It is a mixture of polymers and stainless steel. The material provides sound insulation due to its properties.
For example, the EWC 1350 model is designed to load laundry no more than 3 kg, has 15 programs, leakage protection, and is characterized by reduced energy consumption. Its size is 49.5x51.5x67 cm, the cost is about 30 thousand rubles.
Bosch
They are characterized by reliable protection against leaks (AquaStop system), high-quality and gentle washing of things (class A), the ability to independently switch to the required mode, depending on the amount of powder in the water.
Daewoo
It has the smallest depth, designed for horizontal installation on the wall. It does not have a built-in pump, and draining is carried out due to gravity through a hose.
For housing with limited possibilities for arranging premises, semi-automatic devices become the way out. The “Baby” washing machine with a spin cycle has a timer, a total volume of 13 liters, a capacity of 1.5 kg. It can be taken with you on trips due to its light weight - 7 kg. The durability and quality of the material of manufacture - plastic - leaves much to be desired. The advantage is an affordable price - about 6-7 thousand rubles. These products are distributed at OLKh at a lower cost.
Expert opinion
Compact washing machines differ from standard ones in small dimensions. At the same time, the products retain the necessary functionality. When buying them, it is unlikely that you will be able to save money, since the products are somewhat more expensive. This is due to the atypical design of the device, the need to use special spare parts during assembly.
Before buying, it is important to determine the location of the equipment and choose a model with suitable parameters.
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