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Discussion of washing machines, or everything you need to know about modern washing machines
On the occasion of the birthday of the washing machine (yes, there is such a holiday), which is celebrated annually on March 28, we will talk about the features and subtleties of choosing this miracle invention.
170 years ago, in March 1851, a patent was issued for the first washing machine, a rotating drum unit manufactured by James King. In the future, the device was refined, the inventors proposed new solutions, but the principle of operation has remained to this day. This unique device had to independently perform washing, rinsing and spinning, thereby facilitating household chores around the house.
And so it happened: now it is enough to buy a washing machine, have a couple of minutes of time to sort the linen, load it into the drum and fill the powder. Everything else will be done by the machine. What exactly - this will be discussed later.
On average, the Ukrainian market sells 56 thousand washing machines per month. The average cost varies in the range of 9 000-9 700 UAH, — noted in the network of household appliances and electronics “Foxtrot”. However, no less popular and positions with a lower price, which depends on the type of machine, its dimensions and functionality.
Washing machines are automatic and semi-automatic. Depending on the dimensions are divided into super-narrow (depth up to 39 cm), narrow (40-49 cm), standard (50 cm +).
By type of loading are divided into machines with front loading and vertical loading. The most popular are narrow models with front loading – 65% of consumers make their choice in favor of these machines. Full-sized washing machines occupy about 13-14% of the market.
Today, more and more are gaining momentum combined models – machines with the function of drying goods. They occupy 10% of the market.
“It’s also worth noting that a growing segment in the market are freestanding dryers.” Every year, this segment doubles and this trend will continue in the near future, added Fotrot.
As a rule, dryers are bought in the set together with washing machines. They can be placed in a row and in a column. When vertically installing the kit, the dryer is placed on top of the washing machine (and not vice versa).
Modern manufacturers please us with color solutions - in addition to the usual white color, washing machines of beige, gray and black colors appear in the range. Therefore, there is a place to walk designers when decorating the interior.
Manufacture washing machines in Ukraine, Slovakia, Slovenia, Romania, Italy, China, Russia and other countries.
What to Consider When Choosing a Washing Machine
When choosing washing machines with vertical loading, you should pay attention to whether there is a drum parking and the smoothness of opening the drum. This is necessary so that at the end of the washing cycle, the drum is parked vertically and you do not have to manually scroll it with wet linen to find a pen.
Also, an increasingly relevant function of the presence of steam is a program that in the process of washing additionally steams the linen, which provides hypoallergenic processing of things. It can be with additional antibacterial fabric treatment or with steam treatment at the end of the washing cycle, which will help the fabric fibers to “spread” after washing.
We decided to ask experts to identify several models that should be looked at more carefully.
Basic model:washing machine ALTUS ALT55P0XW, 5199 UAH. Easy to operate, quite quiet, the maximum load is 5 kg.
A little more expensive will cost INDESIT E2SE 2160 W UA (6699 UAH), but there are more modes with the ability to set your settings.
Slim and superslim:washing machine SAMSUNG WW60J42E0HW / UA, 9999 UAH, equipped with an inverter motor, which guarantees low noise level. Features: steam processing function, soaking in EcoBubble foam.
Worthy of attention washing machine LG F2V5HS9B (17999 UAH): 7 kg load, while narrow, with a hatch of tempered glass in beige color. Important pleasure: the ability to reload laundry, steam processing and Wi-Fi management.
Model ELECTROLUX EW6S426BUI, despite the depth of 38 cm, provides up to 6 kg of loading, more than 10 washing modes, including steam processing.
Full-sized models are much more expensive, the price starts from 13,000 UAH and above. For example, the washing machine BOSCH WAV28M80UA (25 799 UAH) combined the maximum possible functions that any hostess dreams of: 9 kg of loading, 1400 rpm, inverter motor, mechanical and sensor control, the presence of a mode of light ironing and weighing clothes.
Washing and drying machine Another important discovery of mankind, as it fulfills two main purposes, as the name suggests. For example, SAMSUNG WD80T554CBT/UA (22,399 UAH). From the maximum features of Wi-Fi control, which allows you to control the washing and drying modes from your smartphone.
Vertical machine - such as ELECTROLUX EW7T3362U (15 479 UAH), is an excellent choice for those who need to save space in the house, because it is only 40 cm wide. It also has an inverter motor, a large display, a number of important functions, including steam handling and drum parking.
Drying machine It's a front-loading device that's increasingly coming into our homes. Bosch WTM85251BY, price - 18599 UAH, will dry up to 8 kg of clothing, including towels and wool.
Well, then for the choice of the buyer in the fight comes the number of washing programs, additional functions, the ability to control the washing machine from a smartphone, design, price range and so on.
*Prices are provided on the basis of the data of the online store fotrot.ua and are valid at the time of publication.
170 years ago, in March 1851, a patent was issued for the first washing machine, a rotating drum unit manufactured by James King. In the future, the device was refined, the inventors proposed new solutions, but the principle of operation has remained to this day. This unique device had to independently perform washing, rinsing and spinning, thereby facilitating household chores around the house.
And so it happened: now it is enough to buy a washing machine, have a couple of minutes of time to sort the linen, load it into the drum and fill the powder. Everything else will be done by the machine. What exactly - this will be discussed later.
On average, the Ukrainian market sells 56 thousand washing machines per month. The average cost varies in the range of 9 000-9 700 UAH, — noted in the network of household appliances and electronics “Foxtrot”. However, no less popular and positions with a lower price, which depends on the type of machine, its dimensions and functionality.
Washing machines are automatic and semi-automatic. Depending on the dimensions are divided into super-narrow (depth up to 39 cm), narrow (40-49 cm), standard (50 cm +).
By type of loading are divided into machines with front loading and vertical loading. The most popular are narrow models with front loading – 65% of consumers make their choice in favor of these machines. Full-sized washing machines occupy about 13-14% of the market.
Today, more and more are gaining momentum combined models – machines with the function of drying goods. They occupy 10% of the market.
“It’s also worth noting that a growing segment in the market are freestanding dryers.” Every year, this segment doubles and this trend will continue in the near future, added Fotrot.
As a rule, dryers are bought in the set together with washing machines. They can be placed in a row and in a column. When vertically installing the kit, the dryer is placed on top of the washing machine (and not vice versa).
Modern manufacturers please us with color solutions - in addition to the usual white color, washing machines of beige, gray and black colors appear in the range. Therefore, there is a place to walk designers when decorating the interior.
Manufacture washing machines in Ukraine, Slovakia, Slovenia, Romania, Italy, China, Russia and other countries.
What to Consider When Choosing a Washing Machine
- DimensionsIt is very important that the washing machine fits into its designated place.
- Motor type. Universal or collector - a normal motor, with a noise level when washing more than 56 dB. Advantages: cheaper. Disadvantages: washing louder, more electricity consumption. Inverter – noise level during washing up to 55 dB. Advantages: quieter washing and longer engine service, energy efficiency. Disadvantages: the price is higher than with a universal motor.
- Maximum loading Up to 5, 6, 7, 8, 9+ kg – the amount of dry linen that can be washed simultaneously in one washing cycle.
- Number of revolutions at pressing: 800-1400+ rpm. The number of turns depends on the residual moisture content in the fabric when pressing clothes.
When choosing washing machines with vertical loading, you should pay attention to whether there is a drum parking and the smoothness of opening the drum. This is necessary so that at the end of the washing cycle, the drum is parked vertically and you do not have to manually scroll it with wet linen to find a pen.
Also, an increasingly relevant function of the presence of steam is a program that in the process of washing additionally steams the linen, which provides hypoallergenic processing of things. It can be with additional antibacterial fabric treatment or with steam treatment at the end of the washing cycle, which will help the fabric fibers to “spread” after washing.
We decided to ask experts to identify several models that should be looked at more carefully.
Basic model:washing machine ALTUS ALT55P0XW, 5199 UAH. Easy to operate, quite quiet, the maximum load is 5 kg.
A little more expensive will cost INDESIT E2SE 2160 W UA (6699 UAH), but there are more modes with the ability to set your settings.
Slim and superslim:washing machine SAMSUNG WW60J42E0HW / UA, 9999 UAH, equipped with an inverter motor, which guarantees low noise level. Features: steam processing function, soaking in EcoBubble foam.
Worthy of attention washing machine LG F2V5HS9B (17999 UAH): 7 kg load, while narrow, with a hatch of tempered glass in beige color. Important pleasure: the ability to reload laundry, steam processing and Wi-Fi management.
Model ELECTROLUX EW6S426BUI, despite the depth of 38 cm, provides up to 6 kg of loading, more than 10 washing modes, including steam processing.
Full-sized models are much more expensive, the price starts from 13,000 UAH and above. For example, the washing machine BOSCH WAV28M80UA (25 799 UAH) combined the maximum possible functions that any hostess dreams of: 9 kg of loading, 1400 rpm, inverter motor, mechanical and sensor control, the presence of a mode of light ironing and weighing clothes.
Washing and drying machine Another important discovery of mankind, as it fulfills two main purposes, as the name suggests. For example, SAMSUNG WD80T554CBT/UA (22,399 UAH). From the maximum features of Wi-Fi control, which allows you to control the washing and drying modes from your smartphone.
Vertical machine - such as ELECTROLUX EW7T3362U (15 479 UAH), is an excellent choice for those who need to save space in the house, because it is only 40 cm wide. It also has an inverter motor, a large display, a number of important functions, including steam handling and drum parking.
Drying machine It's a front-loading device that's increasingly coming into our homes. Bosch WTM85251BY, price - 18599 UAH, will dry up to 8 kg of clothing, including towels and wool.
Well, then for the choice of the buyer in the fight comes the number of washing programs, additional functions, the ability to control the washing machine from a smartphone, design, price range and so on.
*Prices are provided on the basis of the data of the online store fotrot.ua and are valid at the time of publication.
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