You have chosen your favorite washing machine in a store. The machine is very beautiful, technological, in general, completely suitable for you. But the trouble is: the machine is not suitable in size and you are forced to go to the department where washing machines of small sizes are sold.
Unfortunately, this fictitious case is relevant for many residents of our country. In most apartments, the kitchen and bathroom are small. Often, large-sized equipment simply will not enter there, and if it does, then there will be no place for people there.
Therefore, for many, only that washing machine is suitable, the overall dimensions of which will suit the conditions of the premises. But today, manufacturers have entered the position of consumers and produce fully functional automatic washing machines of small sizes, or even completely built-in ones.
Overall differences between frontal and vertical washing devices
The design of the washing machine is parallelepiped-shaped. That is why the dimensions of a particular model can be characterized by three important indicators. This is the width, height and depth of the device. Choosing a similar technique, it is often considered the width that is especially important, but height is also not the last value in the choice.
For example, if you need a machine that can be built under the countertop in the kitchen, then it is important that the height matches. Every millimeter is important, otherwise you will have to redo and raise the countertop. Also, such a parameter as height is important if it is necessary to install the machine under the sink. The standard machine simply will not enter. Here you need a washing machine, the dimensions of which fit perfectly into a particular room and the place where the machine will be installed.
Where to install household appliances? Seat selection
Before proceeding to the selection, you need to decide where you put the machine. Perhaps you decided to install the unit in the kitchen, maybe you put it in the bathroom, or maybe attach it in the corridor. It even happened that washing machines were built into the closet in the hallway. The conditions and installation location can often serve as a hint about what kind of washing machine is needed, the dimensions of which will allow installation to be carried out without problems.
Front-loading machines: the most popular
These devices are familiar to many, you can even say a classic look. This machine is a combination of some kind of white nightstand and a round, transparent hatch on the front. Those of the hostesses who have been using these machines recently have often looked at this hatch for hours, while still enjoying watching how this technique works. For many, this is just an amazing sight.
The hatch is also convenient because it allows you to see in time that money, documents, cats are floating in the bowels of the washing machine. Such washing devices can easily accommodate up to 5 kg of laundry, depending on the model. But back to the topic of the article - the size and dimensions of the machines.
Frontal built-in washing machine: dimensions and more
This front-loading equipment, regardless of the specific model, has a standard height of 85 cm. The width of these devices is mainly about 60 cm. However, if we take into account the problem of free space of small-sized apartments, kitchens and bathrooms, then in this case the manufacturers They have taken care of everything and have long been offering narrow options - 35 cm wide and even narrower.
For those who decide to hide the washing unit away from the eyes - under the sink - there are machines that are even smaller, especially in height. However, there is a significant drawback - this is the amount of linen that will go into household appliances. Basically, these devices are designed for 3 kg of linen. So the size is one thing, but the amount of laundry is another.
Width of frontal cars in width
So, full-size units are distinguished, where the depth is 60 cm, the width is also 60 cm, the height is from 85 to 90 cm. A narrow washing machine is also highlighted , whose overall dimensions are 85 cm in height, 35 in depth, and such a device will be wide 60 cm
Ultra-narrow devices are already standard height of 85 cm, depth - from 32 to 35 cm and the usual width - 60 cm. Compact devices are slightly lower. As already mentioned, their height is up to 70 cm, depth is up to 45 cm, the width of the devices is about 50 cm.
And of course, there is a slight nuance. These devices need a little extra space - for convenient opening of the hatch. If you can’t carve out free space, then this device simply does not fit. You will have difficulty loading and unloading.
Compact devices: top-loading washing machine
When there is no way to please yourself with a machine with a transparent hatch and a large capacity, then many compromise and choose those devices that have more compact dimensions.
As already mentioned, although there is no “window into the mystery of automatic washing” in such units, these machines have many advantages. Firstly, in the case of small apartments, this is a very convenient opportunity to load the washing machine with a new portion of dirty laundry and to conveniently unload already laundered items. To do this, just a slight press on the key that will open the lock. And then the hatch opens, which, unlike the front models, is located at the top. This technique is vertical.
When laying in the machine or putting things out for washing or ironing, you do not have to bend over or at least somehow load the back. And if the device is equipped with the useful Drum Up feature, then you are doubly lucky. The drum will stop exactly opposite the cover. You don’t have to twist it to finally get your long-awaited clean things.
Important questions
If we consider the size of vertical washing machines, then in this case, everything is a little more optimistic for owners of small apartments. But there are still some disadvantages. These units, although not particularly wide, can not boast of their depth. Sometimes the depth is even less than 35 cm. But then you do not need a single extra millimeter of any additional space. The lid opens upward. You can put the device against the wall in the way that suits you best. Opportunities for placement appears, in contrast to the same front-end devices, much more. A washing machine, vertical loading, dimensions - all this makes these devices the best as compact equipment.
Built-in appliances
For those who in the bathroom or in the hallway could not find a place for a washing assistant, there are built-in washing machines. This technique is only suitable for installation in the kitchen. It is ideally suited to the kitchen both in design and in size. Such a washing machine can even be hidden behind the doors.
These units are released only with the possibility of front loading, but in a different way. These devices are designed for installation under the countertop.
By the way, all embedded machines can be divided into fully embedded and only with the ability to embed. The first type is the unit, which will fully enter the opening in the kitchen. The second type of device does not have a top (furniture) panel.
Size matters
Yes, size matters, even for these cars. Often, built-in appliances are acquired in order to save valuable free space. And sometimes many people don’t even look at the technical characteristics of the built-in washing machine, the dimensions, on the contrary, are studied first.
Not everyone has a big house. Therefore, the choice of many is a narrow washing machine (small sizes) and built-in at the same time.
Most models of such embedded machines are up to 60 cm wide, the depth will also be 60 cm, the height is adjustable up to 90 cm. There are compact and narrow models up to 35 cm wide.
Washing machine under the sink
Yes, and so is it. For this, manufacturers offer to purchase a super-small-sized device, the dimensions of which will be 67 * 50 * 40 cm. For everything to turn out beautifully, you need to prepare in advance and purchase a “water lily” sink.
Such a sink will reliably protect the washing device from water.
Horizontal machines
These devices are mainly for small rooms. The dimensions of horizontal washing machines allow you to place them in almost any space. The height of such cars, in the full-size version, is 85 cm, the depth is 60 cm, but the width is 40 cm. The machine will fit in narrow niches. But if there is a lot of this, then even more compact horizontal units are at your service.
Pros and cons of compact washing
Naturally, buying a compact washing machine, you save only on size and space. Often, such a narrow and small technique costs an order of magnitude more expensive than full-size devices. Another disadvantage is less laundry per wash. But if there is no other way out, then what is there is already very healthy.
Some simple tips
As for the choice of the manufacturer, the main thing is that this or that machine should wash well even the most difficult spots and squeeze the laundry with great efficiency. It is also desirable that the unit economically consume energy. Many devices that are delivered to our markets, in principle, relate to electricity quite economically. Also, when choosing, after size, it is important to consider the noise level. Well and not in the last place - safety.
The most popular appliances in the markets of our country are washing machines from Samsung and Lg. These manufacturers have many full-size as well as compact, narrow and ultra-narrow models.
By the way, the LG washing machine, the dimensions of which are a clear confirmation that this model is a compact, practically does not differ from its full-sized counterparts in functionality, quality of work and wringing.
What kind of machine you choose for yourself is up to you - decide for yourself. The main thing - the choice must be approached with all responsibility. There are many excellent manufacturers, there are many successful models. There are a lot of models that fit perfectly into the cramped bathrooms of our apartments.
Look, compare prices, read reviews, and you will surely find that, your, narrow, compact or ultra-narrow assistant.