Built-in washing machines under the countertop: narrow and full-sized, machine sizes and models

Modern models of washing machines and their installation options allow the maximum use of the entire space of the premises. One of the most common solutions for very small bathrooms, or in the case of moving a typewriter to the kitchen, is the installation of a machine under the countertop. It can connect adjacent kitchen cabinet cupboards or be part of a sink.

The advantages of placing the machine under the table top include:

• The ability to save space in the room.
• Ability not to save on the capacity of the device.
• Easy connection to communications, which, in addition, will be hidden from the eyes.

As for the disadvantages, they include:

• Quite a high cost, if it's about embedded models.
• The complexity of choosing a suitable device in terms of dimensions and other parameters.
• Need for dismantling of equipment during repair.
• Spreading unpleasant odors from underwear and powders if the machine is installed in the kitchen.

The most popular devices for embedding under the countertop are automatic drum machines. Depending on the method of loading such machines are:

• Front loading. Lingerie in such a typewriter is loaded from the front. These machines are more common and presented in a wide range. Through the hatch you can observe the process of washing, and embed a similar model is fairly easy.
• With vrtical loading. In such models, things are loaded from above, sometimes even during the washing process. Usually they differ in small dimensions, but they are more expensive than front ones. When embedding such machines, they are placed under the folding table top.

Variants of the location of the washing machine under the table top depend on the model of the machine chosen. If it is a compact model, its installation is carried out on the plinth. Higher machines are pushed inside and set on the floor. They can either hide behind the front door( then the machine will be completely hidden from the eyes), and remain in sight( then its difference from stand-alone devices will only be the presence of a tabletop top).

If the machine needs to be installed under the countertop, its dimensions are one of the main parameters for the correct choice and installation of the machine. When choosing embedding machine with front loading, you can stop at:

• Full-size model. The width and depth of such a machine is 60 cm, and the height varies within 85-90 cm. Inside this device is placed 5-7 kg of laundry.
• Narrow typewriter. From full-size it differs only in depth, the parameters of which are from 35 to 40 cm. In such a machine load from 3.5 to 5 kg of clothing.
• Ultra-thin model. Its difference from full-size and narrow is only in the depth parameters( it is 32-33 cm).In a similar device can fit 3-4 kg of laundry.
• Compact typewriter. All dimensions of such an assembly are reduced in comparison with the full-size model - the width is up to 47-50 cm, the height is up to 68-70 cm, and the depth is up to 43-45 cm. In a similar machine load no more than 3 kg of things.

Your actions will depend on whether the table top is already installed or it is just planned. If neither the machine, nor the countertops yet, then you first need to determine the size of the future technology. After measuring the location for the upcoming installation of the machine, do not forget to add a few centimeters in reserve.

If you already have a countertop, take measurements and pick up the machine, the dimensions of which will suit you. In such cases, compact models of technology are often chosen that can fit under the existing table top. An alternative option that will allow you to buy a full-size or narrow machine is to raise the countertop above.

After connecting the device to all communications, it is placed on the prepared place under the table top.

Popular models for the installation under the table top are:

• Zanussi FCS 1020C .It is representative of compact frontal machines with dimensions of 50x52x67 cm, so it is convenient to hide under the countertop. You can load 3 kg of laundry into the machine. This machine has a class of electricity consumption A and low water consumption( about 39 liters are spent for one wash).Spinning in it occurs at speeds up to 1000 revolutions and is represented by class C.
• Zanussi ZWI 71201 WA .This is a full-size built-in machine, capable of accommodating 7 kg of laundry. It is characterized by the energy consumption class A ++, the presence of 20 washing programs, the spinning speed up to 1200 revolutions and the squeezing class B. The height of such a machine is 82 cm. The device is reliably protected from leaks, can wash both cotton and wool, and delicate fabrics, curtains andjeans. The advantages of the model are also the availability of a timer, protection from children, ironing facilitating functions.
• Miele W 2859 iR WPM ED Supertronic .This stylish built-in front-seat machine, containing 5.5 kg of laundry. Its height is 82 cm. The model has 16 washing programs, including express, delicate, hygienic, for outerwear, men's shirts, silk, sportswear and pillows. Spinning in such a machine is performed at speeds up to 1600 revolutions and is represented by A class. Plus the device is also quiet operation, low water consumption( 42 liters per wash), the presence of a honeycomb drum and lighting in it.

Having looked at the rather high prices of built-in models of washing machines, the question arises of the possibility of installing a conventional apparatus under the countertop. And indeed, you can easily perform the installation of any stand-alone machine in such ways:

• Purchase your favorite model and order furniture in accordance with its dimensions. At the same tabletop will be located quite high, if you do not prefer a compact machine.
• Remove the top cover from the machine and place the top on the top.