The Ultimate Washing Machine Buying Guide 1
• Hustling between work and household chores is a daunting task. A washing machine is an essential home appliance that saves a lot of effort while doing laundry. With plenty of available options, buying a washing machine as per your budget and needs can be tricky and time-consuming. Our washing machine buying guide will help you get the right pick based on your needs.
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• Primarily, there are 3 types of washing machines available at your nearest retailer or online: semi-automatic washing machines, fully automatic washing machines- top load and fully automatic washing machines- front load.
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Semi-automatic Washing Machines: These are the ideal choice for people who are looking for a washing machine on a budget and are prioritizing power savings. It has separate tubs for washing and drying, so after washing you have to manually move the clothes to the drying tub. With so many options available online, a semi-automatic washing machine is a great option for medium-sized families who do not mind a little human intervention and manual work.
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Top load fully automatic washing machine: It has a single tube for both washing and drying, and thus reduces human intervention. These are a great washing machines for people having a separate utility room. These washing machines are economical and easy to use. While it has fewer wash programs compared to its front load counterpart, these Top load fully automatic washing machin es are cheaper than the fully automatic washing machine that is front load. If you are looking for convenience within budget, go for a Top load fully automatic washing machine. For Indian families having 5 members, a fully automatic 8 kg washing machine, is an ideal choice.
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Front load fully automatic washing machines: If you are not tied to any budget, go for a fully automatic washing machine front load. The washing drum is placed horizontally and has a faster-rotating speed. These are gentle on clothes and can carry larger loads. These are more expensive than a top load washing machine and have a wide range of wash programs. Now, fully automatic washing machines that are front load can get your laundry done in just a click. Smart washing machines can be connected through an app or your mobile phones.
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Things to keep in mind while buying a washing machine:
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Washing Machine Capacity: • Washing Machine’s capacity is given in kilogram which is the total weight of load it can hold. The larger the capacity of the machine, the more clothes it can load. If you wash all your dirty clothes once a week, go for a large capacity washing machine, else you can select between a medium or small capacity washing machine based on your needs. It is always advisable to fill one-third of the drum so that the clothes get enough space to get a quality wash.
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Temperature Control: • Everyday clothes can be washed at 30 degrees but some clothes require warmer and cooler temperatures. Panasonic Washing Machines are equipped with an in-built heater that keeps your clothes sanitized and germ-free.
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Material of the drum: • The washer drum is available in plastic, porcelain enamel and stainless steel. Plastic drums are cheaper and hard-wearing whereas porcelain enamel can be cleaned easily and worn away for a long time. Stainless steel drums are best among all as they are rust-resistant and can withstand the high rotating speed as well.
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Fuzzy Logic: • This automated feature in the washing machine selects the washing settings depending upon the quality of clothes being washed. According to the weight of the laundry, this feature tells how much water, detergent and time will be consumed to get it washed. So, now you don’t have to worry about which settings to select while washing different fabrics.
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Semi-automatic washing machines can be purchased online from various brands such as Panasonic, Samsung, Godrej etc. While these are easy to handle and require less maintenance, fully automatic washing machines are efficient and have better performance.
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