Freestanding dishwasher

The dishwasher has long ceased to be considered a luxury item. It is very difficult for a woman who has little free time to do without such an assistant. Circumstances that previously forced to refrain from buying such a unit are the lack of space in the kitchen and unreliable communications in old houses. But both that and another ceased to be a problem. The freestanding dishwasher does not need to be connected to utilities, while the model range is such that you can choose a very large unit, and something completely tiny. We will talk about the features of such mini-cars now.

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In the salons of household appliances you can find two types of dishwashers:

• recessed;
• freestanding.

Both those and others are also divided into categories - by size and capacity. They may be:

• full-sized;
• narrow;
• compact.

The determining factors in the selection, of course, remain the size. In this regard, the difference may be as follows:

• Dishwashers, regardless of whether they need to be built in or not, come in different heights. 82 and 45 cm are considered standard, but there are a lot of cars and other sizes on sale.

Important! Most often, aggregates 60 cm high or so are found.

• The full-size dishwasher has a width of 60 cm. These are excellent roomy units that can process a large number of dishes at a time. But they have one drawback - you have to carefully choose a place and generally solve a bunch of problems with accommodation. But the narrow or compact machine has a width of only 45 cm and fits into any corner.
• Depth can also be different. Minimum - 45 cm, maximum - 60 cm, between them - a lot of gradations. Each manufacturer has its own standard.

Important! If you plan to independently connect the dishwasher, we have prepared a separate review for you on this topic. Follow the link and find out in our post how to correctlyinstall a dishwasher.

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Features of embedded machines

As the name implies, the built-in unit is placed in a cabinet, for which a special place is allocated to it. We should think about where the car will stand before going to the store.

Important! Counting to the nearest millimeter is not worth it; built-in dishwashers have an effective system for adjusting the height of the shelf. This is done with the help of legs that can be tightened. But in any case, the difference should not be more than 6 cm.

Embedded machines have some more nice features:

• steam protection;
• the ability to adjust the size of the facade;
• complete set of fasteners and decorative elements.

Important! Before starting to work with the equipment, read the operating instructions, as well as our article “How to use a dishwasher?”

Steam protection

The protective panel is needed so that condensation does not settle on the countertop. The door will have to be opened frequently, and in this case, the appearance of condensation is almost inevitable. This is unpleasant, especially if the countertop is made of wood. In addition, steam escapes when the door is not closed hermetically, which is not so rare with dishwashers.

Decorpanel

In order to prevent gaps between the upper shelf and the dishwasher, you can attach a decorative panel. Many models of embedded machines are equipped with such elements. This, of course, slightly increases their cost, but do not think that dirt will accumulate in the gap or that the gap does not look good enough.

Such a panel can be adjusted very precisely thanks to the marked-up template, which can be requested from a sales assistant.

Important! After installing the panel, the door must be adjusted - it should not open or close without your participation.

Compact built-in cars are also equipped with decorative elements. For example, you can insert it into an elegant frame. This decoration fits into any interior.

Important! In order to supply such an element, neither screws nor glue are needed. Jewelry is simply inserted into the case.

Clamps

To fix the machine, there are special brackets that are included in the package. First, they are mounted on the body, and then, when the unit takes its due place, to the furniture. Most models have very reliable staples.

The legs (there are usually three — two in the front and one in the back) are tightened up after the machine is in place. The adjustment system is located on the front panel. In order for the unit to stand upright, it is necessary to check its position with a building level.

Important! Correctly determine which screw matches which leg. Central adjusts the rear.

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Free-standing dishwashers

A freestanding dishwasher does not require installation. You can just put it. By design, such dishwashers are divided into two types:

• floor;
• desktop.

Dimensions and capacity

They differ not only in the installation method, but also in volume. Floor units, of course, are more capacious. Any of them can wash at a time from 15 to 17 sets of dishes.

In a narrow machine fits 10-12 sets, in a compact - 5-6. The standard set of dishes includes:

• 4 plates;
• dessert saucer;
• a cup;
• cutlery.

Important! A family of three to five people usually uses up to 10 sets of dishes per day, of course, if everyone always eats at home. For those who are used to having lunch or dinner in a cafe, the daily consumption of dishes is much less. From this and should proceed from the purchase. Find out, “What can't be washed in the dishwasher?”.

Design

Separate dishwashers also differ from the built-in units in that they have the entire case, including the top cover, already beautifully designed, because all the elements of such a machine are clearly visible, they are not obscured by the walls and shelves of the cabinet.

The advantages of a freestanding machine

A freestanding dishwasher has many advantages over built-in models. And the matter is not only in spectacular design, there are also practical advantages:

• You can put such a car anywhere;
• no need to specially remodel the kitchen;
• if there is a need for repair - it can be easily inspected, removed and taken to a service center;

Important! Free-standing dishwashers are usually substantially cheaper than built-in ones.

Minuses

It is impossible to say that freestanding dishwashers have no shortcomings. Cons are:

• you need to carefully choose a place, especially in a small kitchen;
• Quite often, freestanding dishwashers work louder than built-in ones, because there is no good sound insulation.

Important! For the dishwasher, special detergents must be used. We talked about them in detail in the review. "Means for the dishwasher - rating".

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Choose a freestanding car

Have you decided to buy a dishwasher? Fine. But before you go to the salon or start a journey through the sites of manufacturers, think about what exactly you want to buy. This will greatly facilitate the choice.

Criteria:

1. Deal with the size.
2. Decide on the type of installation.
3. Decide how many programs you need.
4. Pay attention to the washing modes.
5. Find out what type of drying your future machine will have.
6. See what extra features there are.

Dimensions and installation method

For a small family, a narrow machine is enough. A compact option is also suitable, especially if the apartment does not have a lot of space. Narrow and compact desktop machines fit perfectly into any interior.

Washing modes

The vast majority of cheap and medium-priced cars have 5 washing modes. But premium units can have four to five times more. But do you need so much?

Important! In the vast majority, even owners of luxury units use only three to four programs. So is it worth it to overpay for something that you will not use?

In any case, the number of modes should not be less than four:

• normal;
• accelerated;
• for very dirty dishes;
• pre-soaking.

Drying

Drying in freestanding narrow machines can be of two types:

• condensation;
• forced.

In the first case, the dishes are dried naturally. In the second, the plates and cups dry out due to the circulation of hot air inside the tank.

Important! Natural drying is more economical, because there are no additional energy costs. But forced - much faster.

Design

It is necessary to pay attention to the design. A free-standing dishwasher should fit well into the interior, and in addition, any unit should be liked by the owners - then it works longer.

Additional functions

A separate issue is additional functions. They are not always needed, but they are very useful. See if the model you like is:

• delayed start;
• sterilization mode;
• accelerated washing;
• economy mode;
• the ability to work with half load;
• tank light.

Important! Before buying, you should try to find out everything that is possible about the unit and understand which functions are really necessary and what you can refuse, because additional features can significantly affect the price.

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Who made it?

A very important point is the manufacturer and assembly country of the unit. As a rule, companies that have long and firmly established themselves in the household appliance market produce full-size machines, both narrow and compact:

• The undisputed leaders in this market are German companies Bosch and Siemens. Their units are quite expensive, but they work for a very long time and give excellent washing quality.
• On sale you can find beautiful Swedish or Italian dishwashers. Very popular Italian Smeg units - medium in price.
• You can also find some interesting models of narrow cars in the lineup of companies ElectroluxCandy Zanussi. They produce great inexpensive models.

Bosch machines

If you are looking for freestanding dishwashers with a width of 45 cm - pay attention to Bosch products. In the salons you can find a dozen models of narrow dishwashers of this brand. They differ mainly in design and additional features. What unites them is truly German quality - and, alas, a high price.

BOSCH SPS 40E12

A narrow but quite powerful machine with condensation drying and electronic control from a well-known German company. Holds 9 sets of utensils. Like all units of this company, it washes and dries in the highest class A.

This model has 4 washing programs:

• automatic;
• economical;
• fast
• pre-rinse.

What else is interesting in this model:

• The height of the basket for dishes may vary.
• The machine uses alternating water supply technology.
• As for detergents, you can use the gels "three in one."
• In addition, the freestanding dishwasher of this model from Bosch consumes relatively little electricity and belongs to class A.
• The machine monitors the quality of the water for the presence of salt and rinse aid, as well as the stages of the program.
• There is protection against leaks and a lock against accidental pressing.

SIEMENS SR24E205

This is also an upscale narrow machine, designed for 9 sets of dishes:

• Class of washing and drying - A, drying - condensation.
• The car has 4 washing programs.
• Unlike the Bosch, Siemens has an electronic-mechanical type of control.
• In addition, an inverter motor is installed.
• This dishwasher is also classified as economical - energy class A.
• The indicator will indicate the presence of salt and rinse aid, and the machine will inform you of any malfunctions, as well as the fact that the wash is finished, with a sound signal.
• This Siemens model can be connected not only to cold water, but also to hot water, which slightly reduces the washing time.
• This is one of the quietest cars, the noise level is 48 dB.

Important! Despite the fact that this model belongs to the category of freestanding dishwashers, it has the ability to be integrated.

BEKO DFS 05010W

Excellent Turkish car, belonging to the middle price category:

• Width - 45 cm, washing and drying class - A, condensation drying.
• This assistant - as many as five programs, she is slightly more spacious than the German counterparts - at a time is able to wash 10 sets of dishes.
• Energy class - A.
• There is a delay in launch.
• The machine can work with half load.

CANDY CDP 4609

Another narrow dishwasher freestanding machine:

• designed for 9 sets of dishes;
• with a high class A of washing and drying, electronically controlled;
• with five programs and a relatively low noise level of 54 dB.

This Chinese unit has 4 temperature modes, there is an intensive washing mode. It can work in economy mode.

Important! There is a delayed start program. The maximum delay is 9 hours.

A smart machine will show if there is salt or a rinse in the water. The indicator will also show the washing stage. The machine is reliably protected from leaks.

Important! Follow the links and learn about no less well-known manufacturers of such equipment:

• Dishwasher Virpul.
• Hans Dishwasher.

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In this article, you learned how convenient a freestanding dishwasher can be, and you have probably been able to decide whether it is suitable for your kitchen. We hope that the choice was made correctly, and now you don’t think that you need to perform such routine work every day - the technique works for you while you relax.