In the house of the 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 eyeing some products.
Electric housekeepers not only make life easier, but also require proper care and maintenance. In this regard, the question is ripening for many: is a dishwasher so necessary? Reviews of most users show that it is already impossible to do without it. At the same time, there are housewives who believe that washing dishes with hands faster, easier and more economical. Therefore, you should consider the advantages of a 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 cities, women often prefer to wash dishes the old fashioned way, despite the numerous advertisements and marketing moves. This household appliance does not occupy a leading position along with washing machines or microwave ovens.
A dishwasher is necessary to facilitate life and simplify the management of household affairs. However, tens of thousands of families do without it. Ordinary people wonder why they need a dishwasher, because it’s 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 points and hotels, and it is not necessary to install it at home.
What is the benefit?
Many opponents of dishwashers believe that it requires large expenditures 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 expended are not so great in comparison with the 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 acquire PMM, while others say the opposite. In this case, the following arguments are given:
- During dinner, only two plates are accumulated for the second dish, a pair of salad bowls and glasses of coffee tea. This set of dishes is easy to quickly wash with your own hands.
- However, adherents of dishwashers are making adjustments to this situation. In addition to plates and cups, you must add to the list of pots and pans in which the hostess cooked dinner. In addition, guests may unexpectedly come, so the volume of dishes is significantly increased.
Selection errors
So do I need a dishwasher? User reviews show that the technique is seen as superfluous in the kitchen by those women who like to wash all the utensils with their own hands. However, upon closer examination, such an activity does not bring pleasure to anyone, but at the same time, the acquired equipment is also not pleasing.
There are many responses on the Web that the unit does not accommodate large pots or bulky pans. As a result, housewives still have to wash part 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 failed purchase.
However, experts argue that the point is not in the unit at all, but in its wrong choice. Therefore, if the hostess is considering the purchase of PMM, it is necessary to pay attention to the following things, which we will consider further.
What to choose a dishwasher for home
Any kitchen equipment is designed to facilitate household chores, but you must consciously choose it. For many, the question of the absence or presence of any unit in the house concerns exclusively its cost. How much is a dishwasher will depend on:
- its manufacturer;
- capacity;
- availability of additional features.
But even if you choose the budget option, the price tag sometimes does not fall below 20,000 rubles. Therefore, before you start saving money for a purchase, you should evaluate the advantages of technology.
Washing class
Many are interested in how a dishwasher washes. This characteristic is indicated in the instruction manual under the marking “Cleaning class”. 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 because any person will not be able to wash the dishes 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 washes cannot be compared to a manual process. The result is always higher, which undoubtedly pleases.
Time spent on the process
Many refuse to buy a dishwasher due to long washing. A standard cycle usually lasts from two to three hours. Potential consumers are frightened by this characteristic, but experienced housewives do not see the difference between when the plates are ready for use: after 15 minutes or two hours.
In addition, you can use the night mode, and in the morning in the sink there will be no mountain of dishes. All that remains is to put the sparkling plates in their places.
Placement issue
Due to the lack of kitchen space, many are wondering whether 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 for the PMM.
At the same time, it can be integrated under the sink or under the countertop of the kitchen unit. The area of the room is not particularly affected. The narrow models are only 45 cm wide. This compact technique is suitable for installation in a small kitchen. A full-fledged unit is chosen by the lucky 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 presence of equipment is justified. The main thing is to choose a small model that holds from 4 to 6 sets. But if the number of family members exceeds four people, then the acquisition of a small model becomes a fatal mistake. The hostess will be nervous because of the inability to put all the utensils for washing at the same time. It is also known that almost all compact dishwashers do not wash pots, trays and other bulky items.
What is more economical: a dishwasher or hand wash?
Many inexperienced housewives believe that appliances consume large amounts of electricity and water. However, the situation is radically different from the opinion of the townsfolk. Specialists have long proved that under a stream of water it is difficult to estimate 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 yourself.
It is known that a standard dishwasher uses an average of 12 liters of water per wash cycle. If you buy a premium model, then the consumption is reduced to 7 liters of water. Through experiments, it was found that when washing dishes manually, it takes up to 50-60 liters per day.
It is known that full-sized dishwashers do not consume more water than small models. Washing is economical due to the presence of a half load mode.
Power consumption
Many consumers are interested in how much electricity the dishwasher pulls. In this case, you can’t save. Most models consume about 70 kW per month with minimal use of the unit. In addition, it is necessary to add the cost of rinsing agents and descaling agents to the cost of electricity. But for many housewives, well-groomed hands, free time and getting rid of hour-long downtime near the sink are more expensive than spending on repairs and maintenance of dishwashers. In addition, if you purchase equipment from a well-known manufacturer, you may not know the worries for many years.
Choice for a small kitchen
Most Russian families cannot boast a large kitchen space. Therefore, a review of compact dishwashers will help you make a choice.
Bosch 51E88
Compact model for six sets of dishes. You can choose any temperature mode out of five possible. Among the useful functions, users distinguish:
- the presence of accelerated drying;
- built-in sensors of loading and work;
- stock indicator of salt and rinse aid;
- self-cleaning;
- determination of water hardness at the inlet.
The dishwasher door is equipped with child protection. The technique is smart and independently capable of choosing the optimal washing mode by weighing the dishes.
Electrolux ESF 2450
The dishwasher is designed for six sets of dishes. Many users consider it the best choice between expensive multifunctional models and low-cost equipment. Of course, the energy 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 conditions for washing dishes. There is a function “Automatic” when the technician chooses the optimal washing functions on his own. Reviews about the machine are found only positive. Users are pleased that there is the ability to adjust the hardness of the water. A similar option makes the technique universal. Also, experts note the presence of protection against leaks. If water enters the sump, then its supply is interrupted.
Candy CDCF 6
Compact and unpretentious model. The technique is designed to wash six sets of dishes. Incomplete loading is also possible, which is a rarity 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 is also pleasing. There are five main programs:
- fast cycle;
- intensive washing;
- standard dishwashing;
- economical water consumption;
- delicate washing of glass and crystal.
In addition to the main cycles, soaking the dishes is provided. “Kandy,” according to the hostesses, copes with the tasks perfectly. However, the final result depends on the detergents used.
Among the shortcomings, users highlight the lack of control of the consumed water. Therefore, if the house does not have a pre-treatment system, then perhaps the dishes will be divorced.
Conclusion
It’s hard to say which is the best and most economical dishwasher. In each situation, any optimal model can be, but, summing up, we can draw the following conclusion:
- PMM saves time and effort of the hostess. Allows you to clean the kitchen utensils and disinfect them.
- There is no negative effect of aggressive detergents on the skin of the hands.
- There is no need to dry the dishes.
Of course, the technique also has flaws. Mistresses are primarily interested in how much a dishwasher costs. Sometimes the price tag of 20,000-30,000 rubles scares off, but a functional model from a well-known manufacturer cannot be cheap. Only the acquisition of a high-quality unit will help to obtain 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 washing bulky pots and baking sheets. Therefore, the hostess should prioritize and, possibly, sacrifice an additional cabinet to install more functional equipment.