Dimensions of washing machines: choose the right option

Washing machine - this is perhaps the only household appliance, the size of which is so influencing the decision to purchase. In fact, no matter how much this model likes, no matter how attractive the functions may be, no matter how much the consultant praises it, if it does not fit into the chosen place, the person will not acquire it. Knowing this, the manufacturers took care of the convenience of consumers and maximally diversified the sizes of washing machines. There are very narrow, very wide, small, medium, with a large and small load.

How does the load depend on the dimensions

It seems, it is obvious - the more the car, the more linen it will enter. However, this is not quite true. Loading the washing machine depends on the size of the drum. You can increase the load by just increasing the drum itself. It is possible to lengthen it - along this path, there were earlier manufacturers, increasing the sizes of washing machines-automatic. And you can change the diameter, which, accordingly, will lead to an increase in its volume.

What are the washing machines in size

The unofficial classification divides them into 5 categories: narrow, standard, full-sized, vertical, compact. There are still non-standard models, such as LG WD-1069FDS with a load of 13 kg, but such household appliances are of little interest to the average consumer. Washing machines with a large load often buy hotels, cafes, hotels and similar institutions, which regularly have to put in order a large amount of laundry.

Narrow

Great demand in stores uses a narrow washing machine. The dimensions of such models range from 33 to 38 cm in depth. Height and width are standard: 85 and 60 cm respectively. A big load they can not boast, they include 3-4 kg of laundry.

A large jacket, a duvet in it you do not wash, but bed linen, shirts, underwear will enter without problems. It should be clarified that the weight of one quilt is about 800 grams, sheets - 400 grams, pillowcases about 200 grams. Thus, a narrow automatic washing machine, the dimensions of which do not exceed 33 cm, fully accommodate one set of laundry. Such models are mainly bought by people single, married couples without children or owners of small apartments, which are very limited by the size of free space in the kitchen or in the bathroom. These washing machines have a number of significant disadvantages. In addition to a small load, they are very unstable due to small dimensions and small weight. Such machines strongly vibrate, move from a place, shake and rattling.

Standard washing machines

They are heavier, more massive, and also more resistant. The standard dimensions of the automatic washing machine can vary in the range: width 60, height 85, depth 39-49 cm. In such units, the laundry will go much more: from 4.5 to 6 kg. In such models, you can wash not one, but 2 sets of laundry, an autumn jacket or a small pillow. Of course, if you want, you can compact and shove more things into the drum. But the quality of washing and rinsing will fall, as water with detergent can not circulate freely. Such models are suitable for a family of 3-4 people and are in most Russian apartments.

Full-size

If the dimensions of washing machines are more than 50 cm deep, they are considered to be full-sized. Such units take up a lot of space and are suitable only for those houses where the free space is not limited. Of course, if buyers are not limited in money or in size and choose between a standard and full-size model, the choice should be stopped at the last. If the washing machine-machine of a small size can move, vibrate strongly, then the wide machine costs as if it were poured. On it you can even put shampoos and jars of creams, not being afraid that they fall on the floor during the spin. In this model will include a winter down jacket, and a double blanket from the holofayber.

Is it possible to wash in a full-size model a little

Many do not want to buy a wide machine, thinking that it can only be washed in a lot. And if the family does not accumulate underwear, then it is better to limit oneself to a more compact version. In fact, this opinion is not entirely true. The large model, as well as a small washing machine, can refresh 1-2 shirts. And in modern models, the amount of water and spent electricity will be recalculated in proportion to the weight of the laundry.

Compact models

On sale you can see a small washing machine. Their dimensions differ from the generally accepted ones. For example, the height of the model Daewoo Electronics DWD-CV701 PC does not exceed 60 cm, and the depth - 29 cm. Such a non-standard version can be built under the sink or used as a bedside table. The only thing that small-sized automatic washing machines differ from conventional models is their size. Functions, washing classes and power consumption, as a rule, remain the same. Well, of course, the load of such units is small, does not exceed 3-3.5 kg.

Top loading machines

Recently, models with top loading have started to gain popularity. Their dimensions are the same as the dimensions of washing machines-automatic with front loading: 85 * 60 * 40. True, in this case 60 is not width, but depth. This model can be squeezed into a narrow space, for example, between the bathroom and the sink.

The washing machine with front loading is not easy to place, it is necessary to provide a place for opening the hatch. If the model opens from above, this problem disappears by itself. At the moment, all machines with the top loading are of European assembly, which means that the price is higher than average. There is also an opinion that the design of them is more reliable, due to the fact that the drum is seated on 2 bearings. On the one hand, this is true, but on the other hand, the bearing failure is not the only possible breakdown in this technique.

Also to the pluses of machines with top loading is the universality of their location. In fact, such a model can be put to the wall with a narrow side and open in front, and you can put a wide side, like a front-end, and open it from the side. When you change your place of residence, when you move, it is much easier to find a free space.

The downside is the fact that the top cover of the machine with the top loading is always open, which means that the unit can not be used as bedside tables for creams and lotions.

Dimensions of washing machines, automatic machines with vertical loading are always the same, they do not divide into narrow and full-sized as front.

How to install the machine correctly

As a rule, now the stores do not insist on the installation of household appliances by the service center. If the house has a minimum set of tools and a person who knows how to keep them in hand, the installation does not take much time. With each model there is an instruction in which the sequence of operations is indicated, as well as at what height the drain hoses are fastened. By the way, usually the dimensions of washing machines, automatic show without them, so before you buy to the specified width should be added a couple of centimeters. The main thing when installing - do not forget to remove the transport bolts, which fix the tank, not letting it sink to the shock absorbers.

In models with front and top loading, the transport bolts are mounted on the rear wall, but in compact cars they are hidden under the top cover. To remove them, the cover must be removed.

Also, to reduce vibration, be sure to align the machine. If the overall dimensions of the washing machine-machine are small, when pressed, it will begin to "gallop" through the bathroom. Steadily all these units on the ceramic and concrete floor, on the wooden vibration is amplified. Also, some buyers put under their feet rubberized mats or special stands to reduce fluctuations.

Is it possible to build a detached washing machine

Very often, in front of the owners of small apartments built in the time of Khrushchev, the question arises: "Where to put the washing machine?". In the bathroom there is no space, and if there is, then only for the narrowest, compact model. At 6-7-meter kitchen, too, there is no free space. Of course, the machine can be put instead of one desktop cabinet, but for this it must be hidden in a set or removed under the countertop.

Built-in machines can easily be found on sale, but they are significantly more expensive than budget-independent models. However, not all buyers know that conventional stylalki can also be hidden under the table.

Of course, their design does not provide for fixing the facade over the door, but if desired, the machine can be put closer to the rear wall and cover the front with the flap. To do this, simply unscrew the bolts that hold the top cover and remove it. The overall dimensions of washing machines are 85 cm high, 60 cm wide, 30 or more in depth, and the standard headset height is 85 cm. Thus, the model with the lid will rise level with the top, and without the lid will decrease by 2 cm and as The headset will enter under the work surface.

It should be clarified that the cover is not removed in all models. For example, in the series "Ariston Aqualtis" the hatch has non-standard dimensions and in its upper point is level with the working surface of the stylalki. Even if the lid is removed, the car under the headset is not built.