Dishwasher buying guide

Dishwasher buying guide

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While many people the hand-washing and scrubbing required in cleaning dishes, converting dishwasher to paper plates and plastic utensils isn’t exactly ideal.


Rules for buying a Washer


1)Know your needs

It is advisable to sit down and think about what it is you're looking for in your next dishwasher.

With a wide variety of new features spread across many brands, you should have a good idea of your needs before ever setting foot in a store.

2)Look at new technology

Some reading about different brands and what technologies they're promoting in their dishwashers and decide whether they would be helpful.

3)Know your budgetKnow how much you are willing/able to spend before

you ever set foot in a store.

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Types of Dishwashers


Built-in Standard Dishwashers

The built-in dishwasher is far and away the most common variety in the US.

Price: $300 to $1,799

Width : 24 to 30 inchesDepth : 25 inchesHeight : 34 Inches

Average size


Compact Dishwashers

Price: $489 to $999Typical dishwashers are generally 24 inches wide. Compact

dishwashers, on the other hand, come in a trim 18 inches wide.

Width: 18 inches

Depth: 22.5 inches

Height: 32.50 inches

Average size


Drawer Dishwashers

Drawer dishwashers are a more recent design of dishwasher.

These dishwasher types currently come in two formats, one drawer or double drawer dishwasher.

Price: $649 to $1,299

Width: 23.5 inches

Depth: 22.5 inches

Height: between 16 and 35 inches

Average size


Portable Dishwashers

Portable dishwashers sit on wheels and can be moved in and out of your kitchen in order to conserve space. Price: $319 to

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What dishwasher capacity is available?

Compact

Capacity: Up to eight five-piece place settings

Standard

Capacity: Up to 12 five-piece place settings

Tall tub

Capacity: Up to 14 five-piece place settings


Wash and rinse cycles : Many dishwashers now boast advanced cycle options.

Models like the Kenmore Elite are certified to sanitize 99.9 percent of bacteria, which is an excellent option if you have infants or are worried about cold and flu season.

Dishwasher Settings and Features


Some dishwashers, like the KitchenAid KUDE60HXSS, also now include a fan that runs during the drying cycles to dry the dishes more quickly without the need for heat.

Dry settings:


Flexible or adjustable racks: You may be interested in the third-rack option available in many dishwashers now, such as LG's LDS5560ST.

Third rack gives additional flexibility and space for washing more items or, in some cases, smaller items.


Tub material: It used to be that most dishwashers only came with plastic tubs.

This is excellent if you're looking to really sanitize your dishes.


How can I find a dishwasher that is energy-efficient or

'green'?EnergyStar labelThe Environmental Protection Agency uses its EnergyStar rating system to recommend products that save energy without sacrificing features of functionality.


Look for the CEE Rating

They have a rating system for residential appliances, including dishwashers.

Products with in the CEE Tier One are highly efficient, but products in the CEE Tier Three are the most efficient available.


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Dishwasher buying guide