The washing machine has come into our world as one of the most wonderful inventions. It has made our lives so much easier, and now it is hard to believe that just half a century ago owning a washing machine was something special. Today it is an inseparable part of any house and we would like this helper to please us with its efficiency for many years. In today's world it is not easy to choose a washing machine model. We want all at once: a large variety of programs and functions, capacity, washing class, ease of loading and beautiful design.
It would be even better if such a super-machine would cost a penny and work from morning till night for twenty years or even more! But when you come to the store, you realize that you have to choose. And it is difficult to choose a washing machine among a huge number of models, differing in parameters, loading type, size, capacity, functionality and power consumption. In order to purchase the helper of your dreams, you need to be well versed in the world of home appliances and know how to choose the right washing machine.
What can be a washing machine
Laundry washing machines are available in of three varieties:
- Automatic.
The control is performed programmatically. In conventional models, the desired mode and parameters are set, while the more innovative models calculate the desired amount of water, temperature and speed by themselves spinning.
- Semi-automatic.
These are activator-type machines, which stood many years ago in almost every apartment. Now you can find "Malyutka", "Fairy" and "Lily" of domestic production. There are Saturn, UNIT, Wellton brands. These machines are good because they have a small weight.
- Ultrasonic devices.
The effect of such a machine is equal to the usual laundry soaking. No more.
These days, choosing a good automatic washing machine is not a problem. The market is huge.
Front or vertical?
What load of the washing machine to choose? Here everything is simple. There are only 2 types:
Front .. The most popular type with a huge number of models from different manufacturers. The functionality of such equipment is at a high level. They are cheaper than machines with vertical loading and repair will cost less. On the plus side, you can include the fact that the installation of a transparent hatch allows you to observe the washing process. When spinning, the noise is not as big. But there are some minor disadvantages. For example, with front-loading there is no possibility to add or remove the laundry during the washing process. And such a machine requires more space to open the hatch. In general, these machines are hard work and can wash up to 10kg of laundry at a time.
Vertical. A great option for small rooms. Of course, these models are not equipped with a large number of functions and are not so popular. There are their own peculiarities. For example, their remote control is on top, which provides some protection from children, but to use the top cover instead of the shelf here will not be possible or to build it somewhere, which is certainly a disadvantage, but you can throw the laundry in the process of washing.
Dimensions of the washing machine
The size of the washing machine is influenced by the type of loading and capacity. Front-loading washing machines of standard size are classified into:
- full-size - 85(90)x60x60;
- narrowwhich has a smaller depth (35-40 cm);
- ultra-narrow, with a depth of 32-35 cm;
- compact - 68(70)x43(45)x47(50) cm.
- Other machines with vertical loading have parameters: 40(45)x85x60 cm.
The best option is a full-fledged machine, but if the area is limited, it is optimal to choose a narrow washing machine.
Capacity
The capacity of the drum of the washing machine is chosen based on the number of people living in the family and the estimated volume of washing. A small family (2-3 people) can safely choose a washing machine model with a small load of 3-5 kg. For a larger number of people will need a machine with a load of 5-7 kg. With a machine depth of 32 cm, the capacity is usually 3.5 kg; with a depth of 40 cm - 4.5 kg; and 60 cm can hold 5-7 kg.
When choosing, it is necessary to consider the minimum load, perhaps someone will need to wash one T-shirt or a pair of socks. If the machine sets the minimum load, then violation of this requirement will lead to malfunction equipment.
Tank and drum characteristics
The quality of washing can depend not only on detergentbut also on the material from which the tank and drum of the machine are made. They are two different parts and can also be made of different materials. Tanks are made of three materials:
Plastic. This can also be polyplex, carbon or polynox. A great option if the issue of money is not unimportant. Noiseless operation and low vibration is undoubtedly a plus of machinery. Plastic is resistant to chemicals and corrosion. With such a tank you can save on electricity, but not as much as you would like. The disadvantage is the service life, which is 25 years, although the term is clearly not 
small.- Enameled steel. Received a lot of negative feedback from both users and professionals. So now it is almost not found. But the first washing machines were made of it.
Stainless steel. Huge service life - up to 80 years. Resistant to the formation of limescale. The disadvantages are an increased noise level, the rapid cooling of water and high cost.
A positive point is considered the presence of a hilly back wall in the tank. This affects the quality of washing, as there is a more effective interaction of the laundry with the detergent.
Here everything is simple, since the drums are made drums only of stainless steel.
When choosing a machine, each future owner relies not only on the characteristics, but also on the material possibilities. When selling, the washing machine tanks are checked for integrity, because there is a manufacturing defect, especially often when buying cheap equipment.
Type of connection
There are two types of connection of the washing machine to the water supply:
- To cold water. In this case, energy consumption increases, but the quality of washing also increases, because the washing machine itself controls water heating to the desired temperature.
- To cold and hot water. With this type of connection, the quality of washing suffers, because there is often a problem with unstable temperature, which is especially common in rural areas.
Type of control
The control can be:
Mechanical. More reliable control with buttons or rotary knobs, but with less control options. If you choose the classic version, you should check whether the buttons respond well to pressure before buying.
Electronic or touch-sensitive. Modern automatic washing machines are often found with such controls, but still touch screens often fail. But such a control greatly affects the price of the machine and no wonder.
Electronic control allows the user to select the preferred program with temperature, spin speed and subsequently start it by pressing a single button. If you choose a washing machine with a touch screen display, then check the language of the menu and whether everything is clear.
Basic Technical Specifications
Three main parameters, denoted by the letters from A to G. The higher the class, the better the characteristics of the technique.
Power consumption. The washing machine can be of 9 classes of consumption. The most economical - A++.- Washing.
- Spinning. During the spin, thanks to the centrifugal force, the remnants of soap and water are removed from the drum. The greater the number of revolutions, the drier the laundry. It is believed that spinning at speeds between 800 and 1200 per minute is the best option. Higher spin speeds increase the price of the machine. Spin classes are labeled with Latin letters, each representing the percentage of moisture left in the garment. Class A contains less than 45%, and G - more than 90%.
Which company's washing machine is better to choose
There are many manufacturers of washing machines. Each differs in quality, reliability, price, etc. The most popular brands in 2017:
- Miele, AEG The most expensive luxury representatives of washing machines. They are assembled in Germany, which already speaks about the level of quality and price. The warranty on such machines is given for more than 20 years, but service centers in Russia are not too common;
Siemens, Bosch, Electrolux, Zanussi, Virpool - Brands with a good price-quality ratio. Class is lower than the previous models. Assembly can be in Turkey, China, Poland, Spain and Germany. Bosch and Siemens have no problems working for 10 years, and then the performance depends on the care of the machine;
Samsung, Beko, Indesit, LG, Ariston, Ardo Representatives of the low class - inexpensive, but of high quality;
Vyatka, Atlant, Malyutka Domestic manufacturers at a small price.
All of these manufacturers produce reliable and high-quality equipment good assembly and long life, so what brand of washing machine to choose, be guided by other indicators. More budget models are often chosen for dacha.
Additional functions
Typically, this is:
- synthetics,
- cotton,
- wool,
- colored fabrics,
- quick wash.
This is quite enough for the average user. But, many manufacturers put on the market of household appliances machines with more features and a higher price.
When studying the functionality of washing machines, it seems that we need everything, such as drying clothes. Yes, on the one hand it is a convenient program, but on the other hand it is used very rarely, because the drying of washed clothes is not possible at once, it has to be divided. The process looks like this - you need to take out the wet clothes, divide and only then turn on the drying.
And what programs are really needed?
- Intensive washing. This function allows you to remove stains from clothes.
- Aquastop. An important program that protects against leaks.
- Delayed start. Convenient function if the laundry must be washed by a certain time.
- Protection against children.
Bubble Wash..
Enables stains to be removed even during a cold wash, thanks to the formation of bubbles which effectively dissolve the powder.
Fuzzy Logic.
Smart function that independently determines the most economical type of washing, depending on the number and type of items loaded in the drum.
Direct Drive. Rather a design feature of the washing machine, which uses direct drive instead of belt drive, making the operation of the machine silent.
Unbalance control.
Control the amount of foam.
Noise level. Noise up to 50 dB is considered optimal.
Extraction of laundry.
Easy ironing .. Things are washed in plenty of water with the possibility of adjusting the spin. The result is a minimal amount of creases, which makes ironing much easier.
LC system. Adjusts the water and energy consumption.
Aqua Sensor .. Saves water by selecting the number of rinses by responding to the clarity of the water.
To make choosing a washing machine easier, ask yourself the following questions and find the answers:
- Where will you place your washing machine?
- How much laundry will you be washing?
- How much are you willing to buy a helper for?
Have a nice shopping experience!
Friends advised to buy a washing machine brand hotpoint, did not regret at all that I took this particular brand. Good machine with basic functions!
Too are thinking of taking a washing machine Hotpoint, seems to be on the price / quality ratio - a good option. Do you know how long you use it?
Whirlpool is just my clever little thing! By itself it looks at how many resources it takes to wash, depending on how much laundry I put in it.
It's true that Indesit though inexpensive, but the quality, I judge from my experience.
Karina, that experience is clear, also wanted to take the native indesit, but thought to try something new at the chance. But as you can see, lately you can not distinguish between fake and where the quality of workmanship, so I will not reinvent the wheel
I agree about hotpoint. i got my mom a machine, she's always washing something, even though it's not much stuff. she also doesn't like too many unnecessary frills. And this one is understandable, reliable, in short, my mom liked it.
That's for the home should consider just a machine, the other options are some kind of frivolous. As for manufacturers, well, we have hotpoint, and costs inexpensive and cope with laundry with hurrah.