Dimensions of a front loading washing machine

Nowadays, front-loading washing machines can be found in almost every home. The enormous popularity of such equipment encourages manufacturers to constantly expand their market offer, thanks to which hundreds of models of machines can be found on store shelves to suit every taste and pocket. In addition to the technical characteristics of the washing machine, the modern consumer also takes into account its dimensions so that it can be placed in a predetermined place in the house. This is the moment we will discuss in more detail.

Relationship between load size and type?

Currently, there are two main types of automatic washing machines on the market: frontal (their hatch is located on the front wall of the machine) and vertical (their hatch is located on top). Vertical washing machines are narrow and tall, while front washing machines have greater width and depth, but less height.

Most of all, of course, there are front-facing washing machines, why is that? Let's look at the pros and cons of front-facing washers and, based on this information, determine why they are so popular. Let's start with the advantages.

• Front-loading (horizontal) washing machines are perfectly built-in. Nowadays, built-in models of machines that are designed for installation under countertops, under sinks, and in various niches are very popular among consumers. This saves a lot of space.
• Front-loading machines are much cheaper than top-loading washing machines.
• It is possible to see how washing occurs. This may not be important in all cases.But, for example, when you are not sure about the normal operation of the machine and are looking for a malfunction, the ability to see what is happening in its drum helps a lot.
• The front machine can act as a cabinet; on top of it you can put packs of powder, bottles of bleach and other things.

The disadvantages of front-loading washing machines include: the need to tilt your head strongly in order to open the hatch door and throw in laundry, as well as the need to leave space in front of the front wall of the machine for normal opening of the hatch. These disadvantages are not considered significant for most people; they do not interfere with the normal operation of the household appliance, therefore 87% of buyers purchase washing machines with front loading and only 13% with top loading.

Note! Top-loading machines are rarely purchased, and most buyers of such machines prefer inexpensive semi-automatic models. And only 1.5% choose automatic vertical washing machines.

The location of the drum in front-facing washing machines forces manufacturers to slightly increase their width and depth. The larger the drum, the larger the dimensions of such a machine. However, you need to understand that science does not stand still; modern developments make it possible to create models of washing machines with fairly large and capacious drums, while the dimensions of the body either remain the same or increase slightly. Let's make a review and, within its framework, give examples of models of such machines.

Height, width, depth, weight of the machine - overview

The dimensions of front-loading washing machines may vary.A consumer choosing a specific model for embedding is interested in matching it to the desired size with an accuracy of one centimeter. Therefore, he will be primarily interested not in the average size of front-facing machines, but in the specific size of a specific model. You can find out only by studying the characteristics of various models of such equipment; we will give examples.

1. LG E1096SD Modern automatic washing machine with front loading and a drum that can hold 4 kg of laundry. One of the best washing machines on the Russian market. Equipped with thirteen washing programs, a digital display, a lint filter, a leakage protection system, self-diagnosis of faults and other useful functions. Weight – 56 kg. Dimensions (in cm): height – 85, width – 60, depth – 36.
   
2. BOSCH WGL 20060 OE. A simple and reliable automatic washing machine created in the best German manufacturing traditions. The machine has a load capacity of 5 kg, the necessary package of basic washing programs and a spin speed of up to 1000 rpm. There is a basic set of protective functions: leakage protection, foam control and imbalance control. Weight – 60 kg. Dimensions (in cm): height – 85, width – 60, depth – 40.
3. GORENJE W8624H. Very high quality automatic washing machine from Slovenia. It features a spacious drum - 8 kg load, a large number of washing programs - this model has 23 of them - and an impressive range of protective functions. In particular, there is protection against leaks, foaming, imbalance control, overflow protection, etc. Weight – 76 kg. Dimensions (in cm): height – 85, width – 60, depth – 60.
4. SAMSUNG WW90H7410EW/LP. A very technologically advanced automatic washing machine from a well-known Korean manufacturer.It is packed with various useful functions, such as: delay start, easy ironing, accelerated wash, bubble wash, program progress indicator. It has 12 washing programs, is protected from foaming and is protected from children by locking the buttons. Maximum load 9 kg. Weight – 73 kg. Dimensions (in cm): height – 85, width – 60, depth – 60.

This brief review allows us to draw several important conclusions at once. Regarding the relationship between the depth of the washing machine and the amount of laundry that can be loaded into the drum, we can say this: The greater the maximum load of the drum of a front washing machine, the greater the depth of such a machine. In particular, LG E1096SD3, which has a depth of 36 cm, but a load of only 4 kg, and SAMSUNG WW90H7410EW/LP, which has a depth of 60 cm, but a large load of 9 kg. In these examples, the relationship is clearly visible.

Note! Modern front-loading washing machines with loads of 7, 9, 12 and 14 kg have a very wide tank. The manufacturer intentionally expanded the tank and, accordingly, the hatch in order to partially compensate for the forced increase in the depth of the vehicle.

Experts advise against chasing very narrow front-facing washing machines. After all, small-sized machines, in addition to the small maximum drum load, have another significant drawback - they vibrate quite strongly. The fact is that small washing machines have insufficiently large and heavy counterweights, due to them the manufacturer, as a rule, saves space, making small-sized machines also lightweight.

The result is the following: when you turn on the machine to spin at maximum speed, it begins to swing strongly under the influence of centrifugal force. In especially severe cases, the machine begins to literally jump from side to side, producing a lot of noise. Draw your conclusions!

Washing machine in the interior: do dimensions affect placement options?

Over the past 20 years, designers have come up with hundreds of options for placing front-facing washing machines, and an important role in this is played by such a factor as the dimensions of a specific model of such equipment. What determines the variety of options for integrating a washing machine into the interior of the room?

• Depending on the size of the room. In a small kitchen or bathroom, every centimeter is precious, so you will have to choose the most compact layout options rather than in a large room. In this case, the sizes provide a variety of design solutions.
• From the furniture composition. If the kitchen set or bathroom furniture is ordered to fit the dimensions of the washing machine, then there will be no problems. But if you already have furniture, but the washing machine needs to be replaced, a choice problem may arise.
• From the location of communications. If it is not possible to move communications (water supply, sewerage, socket) specifically for the intended location of the washing machine, you will have to adapt to the ready-made option.
• From the presence of interdependent technology. If you purchase both a washing machine and a dryer at once, it is better to place them together, it is more convenient to use them and it is more expedient in terms of connecting to communications.

By linking various individual characteristics and circumstances with sketches of design compositions, you can get your ideal interior in which a front-facing washing machine will take its rightful place. Designers position washing machines in completely different ways. If you have a dryer in addition to your washing machine, you can create an interior pair by placing household appliances on top of each other.

The machine will also fit well into a niche under a dressing table or into a sink niche under a sink. There it will not bother anyone, the size will not play a role, at the same time it will not take up useful space and will not create inconvenience in use. The washing machine looks great under the countertop in the kitchen. If you don't like the look of the front panel of the machine, you can choose a built-in option and place it under the countertop in the form of a cabinet with a door.We also see the location of the washing machine in the toilet above the toilet as a good solution. In Khrushchev's apartments there were rather small toilets, so you can effectively use only the space above the toilet by making a kind of niche and placing a machine in it. With this arrangement, the machine is more convenient to use, because you don’t need to bend over to throw laundry into the hatch.

Oddly enough, the size of the machine rarely affects its placement in the interior, because the height and width of all models are the same and average 85 and 60 cm. Therefore, if you clearly plan in advance where your “home assistant” will stand, the dimensions will be selected by you clearly.

In conclusion, we note that the dimensions of horizontal-loading washing machines play an important role in cases where items need to be placed in a certain space without reserve, that is, centimeter by centimeter. In this case, you need to choose a model specifically for the size, while, of course, taking into account all other technical characteristics.

   

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