Trying to save every square meter in the kitchen, we come up with new ways of placing equipment. If you want to create a functional room, but not clutter up the space, place the dishwasher under the sink. Usually there is nothing under the sink except a siphon.
We will show you how to choose and integrate the equipment for convenient use.
Placing a dishwasher
The most important advantage of the location under the sink is the proximity of communications. You do not have to extend the hoses, lay pipes. But the sink also needs to be prepared.
Want to achieve more space under the sink - install a smaller sink, as well as a special siphon.
About which siphon to choose for the dishwasher, we wrote in a separate article. It is desirable that his pipe goes sideways and down, so there will be more space for equipment.
Why is it impossible to connect the PMM directly to the sewer? You can do this, but we do not recommend it. With a blockage, the siphon is much easier to clean than sewer pipes.
Connect the dishwasher drain hose to the siphon pin. Connections can be secured with a clamp to avoid an accident. Install a tee with a shut-off valve on the water pipe. Connect the mixer hose to one outlet, the filter and the intake hose of the machine to the other.
If the model is built-in, install the fasteners on the walls of the cabinet, hang the facade. Plug the cord into a moisture proof, grounded power outlet. It remains to make a test run without dishes. Pour detergent into the drawer and install a program with a high temperature.
After watching the video, you will learn how to install a dishwasher with your own hands:
Which dishwasher to choose
Among the PMMs there are different models: full-size, narrow, compact. Everyone chooses, based on the free space that can be allocated for the installation of equipment. A small compact model is perfect for embedding under the sink.
If there is enough free space on your countertop - choose a small freestanding PMM (height 45-60 cm, width 50-55 cm, depth 50-55 cm).
If you need to somehow fit the dishwasher in a small kitchen, give preference to the built-in model, which will be hidden behind the facade. Its dimensions: height 44-45 cm, width 55-60 cm, depth 50-55 cm.
Machines with a height of 30-40 cm are almost impossible to find. Unless it will be modern technological innovations.
What to consider when choosing a compact car:
- Spaciousness. Maximum load - 6 sets of dishes. It is believed that a small model consumes less water. This is true if you run one cycle per day. But if you need to wash more dishes, the consumption of resources will be the same as in a full-length or narrow model.
- Price, depending on the selected brand. Indeed, the more hyped the PMM brand, the more expensive the machine can cost, although the functions are practically the same.These are 5-6 basic programs, protection against leakage or children, several additional functions.
- Noise level. Compact dishwashers make little noise (around 45 dB), and if they are built into furniture, then you will not notice their work at all.
We will present you the most popular models, judging by the reviews of consumers. Today, the market has a fairly large selection of compact machines, but you will learn about the most interesting options.
Electrolux ESF 2200 DW
Freestanding PMM for 6 sets of dishes. Case dimensions: 55x50x44 cm. An electronic control panel without a display will help you choose from 6 washing programs. Condensation drying does not consume energy to remove moisture from appliances. The door opens automatically, and drying occurs due to air circulation.
The case is partially protected against leaks. The salt and rinse aid indicators will indicate the end of the product. Users note that the model is economical, copes well with pollution.
The cost is from 18 000 rubles.
Bosch SKS50E32EU
A freestanding dishwasher is designed for 6 sets of dishes. Management with a display, there are 6 modes and an additional function VarioSpeed. With its help, devices wash faster, but the quality does not suffer, since the pressure of water from the nozzles is quite strong.
It is possible to delay the start of up to 24 hours. The purity sensor monitors the quality of the rinse, determining the turbidity of the water. The case is partially protected against leakage, its dimensions are 55.1x50x45 cm. The machine consumes 8 liters of water per cycle. Noise level 48 dB.
Users like car wash quality, compact size. However, even a fast cycle lasts long enough.
The price is from 26 000 rubles.
Flavia CI 55 HAVANA
The smallest and lowest model due to the installation method. Built-in PMM with dimensions of 55x50x43.8 cm. Despite the dimensions, the hopper holds 6 sets. Energy class A + (0.61 kW per hour). Water consumption is 7 liters per cycle.
Electronic panel with display. 7 washing modes, delayed start for 24 hours, a sound signal at the end of the program. Partial "Aquastop", indication of salt and rinse aid.
Consumers note the convenience of installing Flavia, compactness. Loading dishes is not very convenient. The quality of the washing is on the level. Affordable cost.
The price is from 14 000 rubles.
Now you know how to install the equipment under the sink, and you can choose the right model.