Buying Guide for Dishwashers

Dishwashers are now an expectation for every kitchen, no matter the size! Whether you are living in a busy or peaceful home, there is no denying their convenience. The amount of time you will save by simply loading up a dishwasher and pressing run is so helpful.
However, it goes further than you typical domestic kitchen, every commercial kitchen has to have at least one dishwasher. For a Kitchen Owner this investment will mean you dont have to hire someone to do such an easy yet longwinded job. In short it is becoming more and more of a neccessity for every kitchen.
Each Paul Davies Dishwasher will have different control settings and this is just one of the many things to consider. So, this is a brief Buying Guide for Dishwashers which will allow you to make a well-informed final decision.

Recognize your needs

Do you have a large family and run lots of dishes daily? Do you use scarce dishes and as a result only need a small wash capacity? Do you plan to wash your pots and pans in your dishwasher? It is desirable to sit down as well as consider what it is you're looking for in your next dishwasher. With a broad diversity of new features,  across many brands; you ought to have a good idea of your wishes prior to ever setting foot in a store.

Be acquainted with your budget

We can't give emphasis to this enough: know how much you are wanting to splurge before you ever set foot in a store. If you've merely budgeted sufficient money for an essential dishwasher, don't test-drive the touch screen model that may cost double what you're able to spend.  Always keep in mind that many retailers have sales, especially around holiday weekends!

What types of dishwashers are available?

Integrated Dishwashers

The Integrated dishwasher is extreme and away the most ordinary variety in the US. They're airy as well as sporting the recognisable two-rack layout. Fundamental models make use of dials and buttons to set wash cycle settings, however, some of the newer models characteristic such advancements as vanishing touch screens and higher temperature settings.

The majority of dishwashers are built into your kitchen base cabinets beneath the countertop. They are everlasting fittings with only the front door showing. Front panels come in a range of colors: chiefly white, black, biscuit or bisque, in addition to that it also provides a stainless steel option. A normal or 24-inch dishwasher is usually about 24 inches wide, 24 inches deep as well as 35 inches high. It can contain 12 to 14 place settings in one load.

One more popular option, the dense or 18-inch dishwasher, can be also built-in or moveable. It's the same height and depth as a normal dishwasher, however 6 inches narrower. This smaller dishwasher holds up to eight place settings.

As with other kitchen appliances, dishwashers carry on to be converted into more "professional" or "commercial" in look and presentation. Stainless steel exteriors and interiors have been rising in fame. The delicacy of streamlined handles, integrated controls and one-piece doors, on the other hand, makes the dishwasher appear less machine-like as well as more sculptural.

Freestanding Dishwashers

Freestanding Dishwashers are your traditional model of washer, much more suited to larger kitchen spaces. This is due to how much space they will take up in comparison to Integrated, yet can perfectly slot into free space.
As a result of being the traditional type of washer, there is a lot more variety flexible for any kitchen or budget.
On top of this there are more colour finishes to choose from and experiment with. For Kitchen Design enthusiasts, these Dishwashers are portable so you can feel free to move them around as you please. A Downside may be that it is harder to fit them in with kitchen furniture, compared to the seamless integrated dishwashers.

Variety in Size

There are three different sizes to choose from Full-Size, Slimline and Compact Dishwasher Designs. Each coming in Freestanding and Integrated Models.
Full-Size Dishwashers have the biggest capacity and build, with the biggest models having 16 settings. Full-Size Dishwashers are energy and water efficient. We recommend these to big family kitchens or commercial kitchens for the best returns on your investment
Slimline Dishwashers are the complete opposite whilst maintaining the cleaning power, ideal for smaller kitchens. They most commonly have 9 or 10 cleaning settings, enough for 100 items. Yet not as energy and water efficient as larger models.
Compact Dishwashers are the smallest option, around the size of a big microwave. These are more suited to solo or couple homeowners, however, lack the efficiency of even slimline dishwashers. You may struggle to fit larger dishes in, yet they definitely get the job done for plates, mugs and cutlery.

Dishwashers at Paul Davies Kitchens

If you are looking for your very own dishwasher, no matter if its replacing or adding. Make sure to get in contact with our team, for any professional advice and support.