In the house of an average housewife you can find a variety of household appliances. But if everyone has long been accustomed to washing machines, microwave ovens and vacuum cleaners, then the consumer is only looking at some products.
Electric au pairs not only make life easier, but also require full care and maintenance. In this regard, many people have a question: is a dishwasher really necessary? The reviews of most users show that it is no longer possible to do without it. At the same time, there are housewives who believe that washing dishes by hand is faster, easier and more economical. Therefore, you should consider the advantages of the dishwasher and its possible disadvantages in order to make a purchase decision or completely abandon it.
Marketing question
Dishwashers are actively used by housewives in megacities. However, in smaller towns, women are more likely to prefer to wash dishes the old fashioned way, despite numerous advertisements and marketing moves. These household appliances do not take a leading position on a par with washing machines or microwave ovens.
A dishwasher is necessary to make life easier and to simplify the conduct of household affairs. However, tens of thousands of families do without it. Ordinary inhabitants are perplexed why a dishwasher is needed, because it is easy to wash a couple of plates and glasses after dinner in the usual way. Moreover, for many, automatic washing of kitchen utensils is associated with large volumes. It is believed that PMM is necessary in catering establishments and hotels, and it is not necessary to install it at home.
What is the benefit?
Many opponents of dishwashers believe that it requires a lot of electricity, water and detergents. At the same time, supporters of home automatic assistants in the house argue that the technique significantly saves not only the time of the hostess, but also her strength. In addition, the resources spent are not so great compared to manual washing of kitchen utensils. However, before buying, you need to make a balanced decision. Someone believes that for a family of two there is no need to purchase PMM, while others argue the opposite. In this case, the following arguments are given:
- During dinner, only two plates are accumulated for the second course,a couple of salad bowls and glasses of coffee and tea. Such a set of dishes is easy to wash quickly enough with your own hands.
- However, dishwasher enthusiasts are making adjustments to this situation. In addition to plates and cups, you must add to the list the pots and pans in which the hostess cooked dinner. In addition, unexpected guests may arrive, so the volume of dishes is significantly increased.
Choice errors
So do you need a dishwasher? User reviews show that appliances are seen as superfluous in the kitchen by those women who like to wash all the utensils with their own hands. However, upon closer inspection, such an activity does not bring pleasure to anyone, but at the same time, the acquired technique also does not please.
There are many responses on the Web that the unit does not accommodate large pots or large frying pans. As a result, housewives still have to wash some of the kitchen utensils with their own hands. This situation is only annoying, and the dishwasher is either not used at all or is considered a bad purchase.
However, experts say that the point is not at all in the unit, but in its wrong choice. Therefore, if the hostess is considering buying a PMM, you need to pay attention to the following things, which we will consider next.
Which dishwasher to choose for your home
Any kitchen appliance is designed to make household chores easier, but you need to choose it consciously. For many, the question of the absence or presence of any unit in the house concernssolely its value. How much the dishwasher costs will depend on:
- its manufacturer;
- capacity;
- availability of additional features.
But even if you choose a budget option, the price tag sometimes does not fall below 20,000 rubles. Therefore, before you start saving money for a purchase, it is worth evaluating the benefits of technology.
Wash class
Many are interested in how the dishwasher washes. This characteristic is indicated in the instructions for the technique under the marking "Class of washing". Modern models have the highest rate - A. Judging by the reviews of numerous users, this technique copes with pollution much better than the hostess. This is due to the fact that any person will not be able to wash the plates with water, the temperature of which is 60-70 degrees. In this case, you can turn on the disinfection mode, where the temperature is even higher.
But it should be understood that the quality of washing is greatly influenced by the choice of detergent. The way a dishwasher cleans cannot be compared to a manual process. The result is always higher, which is undoubtedly pleasing.
Time spent on process
Many refuse to buy a dishwasher because of the long wash. A standard cycle usually lasts two to three hours. Potential consumers are deterred by this characteristic, but experienced housewives do not see the difference between when the plates are ready to eat: after 15minutes or two hours later.
In addition, you can use the night mode, and in the morning there will not be a mountain of dishes in the sink. It remains only to put the sparkling plates in their places.
Question of placement
Due to the lack of kitchen space, many are wondering if a dishwasher is needed. The reviews of the hostesses who appreciated the advantages of the equipment confirm that the place for it is quite justified, it can be distinguished. The main thing is to choose the right size PMM.
At the same time, it can be built under the sink or under the countertop of the kitchen set. The area of the room is not particularly affected. The width of narrow models is only 45 cm. Such a compact technique is suitable for installation in a small kitchen. A full-fledged unit is chosen by happy owners of a large space.
Dishwasher capacity
If the family is small, do you need a dishwasher? Reviews show that even in a house where only two or three people live, the availability of technology is justified. The main thing is to choose a small model that can accommodate 4 to 6 sets. But if the number of family members exceeds four people, then purchasing a small model becomes a fatal mistake. The hostess will be nervous because of the inability to place all the utensils for washing at the same time. It is also known that almost all compact dishwashers do not wash pots, baking sheets and other bulky items.
Which is more economical: dishwasher or hand wash?
Many inexperienced housewives believe that appliances consume a large amount of electricity and water. However, the situationradically different from the opinion of the inhabitants. Experts have long proven that under running water it is difficult to assess the real consumption. At the same time, the machine is able to save water resources in liters due to the efficient operation of nozzles and sprinklers. In addition, the technique uses only cold water, heating it on its own.
It is known that a standard dishwasher uses an average of 12 liters of water per wash cycle. If you purchase a premium model, then the consumption is reduced to 7 liters of water. Through experiments, it was found that washing dishes by hand takes up to 50-60 liters per day.
It is known that full-size dishwashers do not consume more water than small models. Washing is economical due to the presence of the half load mode.
Power consumption
Many consumers are interested in how much electricity a dishwasher draws. In this case, saving will not work. Most models consume about 70 kW monthly with minimal use of the unit. In addition, it is necessary to add the cost of rinse aid and descaling agents to the energy costs. But for many housewives, well-groomed hands, free time and getting rid of hourly downtime near the sink turn out to be more expensive than spending on repair and maintenance of dishwashers. In addition, if you purchase equipment from a well-known manufacturer, you may not know worries for many years.
Small kitchen choice
Most Russian families do notboast a large kitchen space. Therefore, an overview of compact dishwashers will help you make a choice.
Bosch 51E88
Compact model for six place settings. You can choose any temperature mode from five possible ones. Among the useful features, users highlight:
- the presence of accelerated drying;
- built-in load and work sensors;
- s alt and rinse aid indicator;
- self-cleaning;
- determining the hardness of water at the inlet.
The dishwasher door is equipped with a child lock. The technique is smart and independently able to choose the optimal washing mode by weighing the dishes.
Electrolux ESF 2450
The dishwasher is designed for six place settings. Many users consider it the best choice between multifunctional expensive models and budget equipment. Of course, the power consumption class during drying is declared as B, but during washing, the costs do not exceed the parameters of other similar devices.
There are three temperature settings for washing dishes. There is an "Automatic" function, when the equipment chooses the optimal washing functions on its own. Reviews about the machine are only positive. Users are pleased that there is the possibility of adjusting the hardness of the water. This option makes the technique universal. Also, experts note the presence of protection against leakage. If water enters the pan, then its supply stops.
Candy CDCF 6
Compact and unpretentious model. Equipment designed for washingsix sets of dishes. Partial loading is also possible, which is rare for such small units. It is possible to use a multi-purpose dishwashing detergent, but the dosage will have to be determined by eye.
The functionality of the unit also pleases. There are five main programs:
- quick cycle;
- intensive wash;
- standard dishwashing;
- economical water consumption;
- delicate washing of glass and crystal.
In addition to the main cycles, dishes are soaked. "Kandy" according to the reviews of the hostesses copes with the tasks set perfectly. However, the final result depends on the detergents used.
Among the shortcomings, users highlight the lack of control of water consumption. Therefore, if the house does not have a pre-cleaning system, then perhaps the dishes will be stained.
Conclusion
It's hard to say which is the best and most economical dishwasher. In each situation, any model can be optimal, but, summing up, we can conclude the following:
- PMM saves the hostess time and effort. Allows you to efficiently clean kitchen utensils and disinfect them.
- There is no negative impact of aggressive detergents on the skin of the hands.
- No need to dry dishes.
Of course, technique also has disadvantages. Housewives are primarily interested in how much a dishwasher costs. Sometimes a price tag of 20,000-30,000 rubles scares away, buta functional model from a well-known manufacturer cannot be cheap. Only the purchase of a quality unit will help you get reliable equipment.
Sometimes there are problems with its placement. It is difficult to install a dishwasher in small apartments. In this case, it is necessary to select a small model, but this technique usually does not allow you to wash bulky pots and baking sheets. Therefore, the hostess should prioritize and perhaps sacrifice an additional locker to install more functional appliances.
