How do you choose the right freestanding dishwasher?
Choosing a freestanding dishwasher
Make the right decision with the following questions:
- Which model do you want?
- Where do you want to place the dishwasher?
- Which energy label do you want?
- Do you want a silent dishwasher?
- Which technology do you want to dry your dishes with?
- Do you want a dishwasher subscription?
Which model are you looking for?
Normal: 60cm wide
You can divide freestanding dishwashers into 3 categories. They're either regular, narrow, or compact. The regular size is 60cm wide, and it's suitable for about 14 place settings. One place setting equals everything one person needs for a meal, such as a plate, glass, and cutlery.
Narrow: 45cm wide
A narrow dishwasher is just as high as a regular dishwasher, but it's just 45cm wide. That's useful l if you have a small kitchen. This model is suitable for about 10 place settings.
Compact: 45cm high
A compact model is only 45cm high and about 55cm wide. You can place it on your countertop or in small studios, for example. This model is suitable for about 6 place settings.
Where do you want to place the dishwasher?
Determine where you want to place the dishwasher. Carefully measure the width, height, and depth of the desired location. This way, you can be sure that your new purchase fits. Make sure there's a functioning socket and water supply nearby. If the water supply is further away than 1.5m, make sure you have a detachable supply hose and drain hose. Is the valve of your current water supply calcified? Get a new one at the hardware store to prevent leaks.
Which energy label do you want?
The energy label of a dishwasher ranges between A and G. The closer the A, the more energy-efficient the appliance and the less energy costs you pay. The purchase price is higher, but you save more over the lifespan of these models. That's why you should determine how much you want to spend on energy and how important the environment is to you.
Do you want a silent dishwasher?
The noise level of dishwasher is expressed in decibels. Every 3dB increase doubles the noise. Though a dishwasher always produces noise, there are multiple levels. If the noise level is 43dB or lower, we consider the dishwasher to be silent. This is useful for an open kitchen or small apartment, for example. With a noise level of 47dB or higher, the dishwasher is very loud. That's why you have to determine which noise level is suitable for your house
Which technology do you want to dry your dishes with
A dishwasher dries your dishes with zeolite granules, ventilation drying technology, or condenser drying technology.
- Zeolite granules convert moisture into heat, so your dishes dry quickly and energy-efficiently. You don't need to replace these granules.
- With the ventilation drying technology, the dishwasher door opens ajar. This way, the hot air can leave the interior. As aa result, your dishes dry quickly and energy-efficiently.
- With the condenser drying technology, the steam condenses in a container and cools down with water. You can dry some dishes with a towel afterwards.
Want a dishwasher subscription?
Is the purchase price of a new dishwasher is too high for you? With a Coolblue dishwasher subscription, you always have a working and energy-efficient product for a fixed fee per month. If the dishwasher breaks, we'll exchange it within 48 hours.
