How to Buy the Perfect Washing Machine: A Short Guide

There’s no escaping dirty laundry – that much is true. No matter how many pieces of clothing you own or how big your wardrobe is, they will all become dirty at one point or another, and you’ll have no choice but to go to the laundry room and get the job done.

When it comes to laundry, there’s one important thing that you have to pay close attention to – that is your washing machine, or rather its quality. Unfortunately, this is something that many people just don’t think about – as long as it works, then it’s fine with them. However, what they don’t understand is that a washing machine gone bad can seriously damage all your clothes and make them look like they’ve been through hell and back, even if you have only just bought them.

If you want to find out more about how to choose the best washing machine to keep your clothes always new, all you have to do is keep reading.

You don’t have to spend thousands in order to find a good washing machine – there are plenty of budget ones, which work just as fine. The important thing is to have an established budget so that it will be easier for you to find the models in your price range.

If you look on the internet, there are plenty of rankings of budget washing machines, created by the experts in the field. They might help you understand what features you can expect with your budget and give an insight into which companies are the best choice.

How many times have you bought a t-shirt or a dress without trying, only to find out that the size you picked wasn’t for you? We know it happened a few times to us. While with clothing, this is not really a problem, since you can always return clothes, picking the wrong size might be a little problematic when it comes to washing machines.

A lot will depend on how much space you can devote to it, as apart from the appliance itself, you also have to add the space you will need for the door to open smoothly. If there’s not enough, then you should consider getting a top load washing machine instead of the front load washing machine.

A lot of people with no space to spare choose to incorporate a washing machine into their kitchen – measuring and sizing an appliance in order to fit properly might be best done by a contractor. Especially if you’re only just designing your space. Even if you don’t have that much space for a huge washing machine, it sure beats lugging your clothes to the laundromat every week.

The next thing you need to decide on is whether you want your washing machine to be fully-automatic or semi-automatic. The names are pretty self-explanatory, however, we’ll explain just in case. A fully automatic washing machine does not need any manual intervention – it does everything for you.

On the other hand, a semi-automatic one does only some things on its own – the rest needs manual help. They usually come with two tubs, one for cleaning and one for drying.

The capacity is a very important aspect if you have a big family – after all, what’s the point of doing four separate washes if you can just buy a machine with a bigger capacity and do all of it at once?

The standard capacity, most commonly encountered on the market, is 6-7 kilograms. However, there are also smaller and larger ones available – even though there might not be as many models as there are with the standard capacity, finding one in your price range shouldn’t be a problem.

Not everyone has to be a master in operating the washing machine – there are people who don’t know what the majority of programs are for, and that’s completely okay. This is why one of the things you need to take into consideration when choosing the best washing machine is its ease of use.

Is it easy to use? Is the control panel and the labels on it understandable? Is it easy to put the detergent in? Keep in mind that even though the majority of washing machines advertised as ‘the best’ have countless programs for you to choose from, that’s not really the point. Choose a machine that is easy to use and has the programs you need, but without exaggeration – there’s no point in spending more on something you probably will never use.

Dirty laundry is something that everyone will have to do at one point – there’s no escape from it. However, to do it, you need a washing machine, which is something that many people have difficulty choosing. After all, there are so many available, in all colors, forms, and price ranges, that it can become overwhelming pretty quickly – especially if you don’t know what it is that you are looking for.

While we cannot give you a precise answer, once you decide on the things we listed above, your choice should become a little easier. Good luck!

Published in: Home advice | Author: Sasha