The limited kitchen space in old-style homes has led to the emergence of a new way to install dishwashers - under the sink. All necessary communications are close, so there will be no problems connecting equipment. So a small niche under the sink can also be used rationally.
- Features of mini dishwashers
- Dimensions of small products
- Can a dishwasher be installed under a sink?
- Advantages and disadvantages
- Installation Features
- Rating of miniature dishwashers
- Catalog of dishwashers with characteristics
Features of mini dishwashers
The small kitchen area does not make installing a PMM impossible. The main thing is to choose a compact model, the dimensions of which correspond to the free space under the sink.
A mini dishwasher standing on the countertop takes up useful space. And the furniture section under the sink is usually empty, so you can hide the machine behind its door.
Small pmm under the sink
Compact dishwashers are designed for 4-8 sets of dishes, depending on the model, and have a basic set of operating programs, as well as additional features:
- delay start timer;
- child lock;
- protection against leaks.
So the miniature machine will become a reliable housewife’s assistant and will not take up much space in the kitchen. The production of compact dishwashing equipment is carried out by such companies as: Siemens, Midea, Korting, Hansa, Candy, Flavia and others.
The most popular models of mini dishwashers
The list below is not a ranking of the best miniature products from world-famous manufacturers, but simply options for popular mini-kitchen helpers.
FLAVIA TD 55 Valara
The average cost of the model is 18.6 thousand rubles, the working chamber can accommodate up to 6 sets of tableware, all modes are controlled electronically. The dimensions of the product are 55x50x43.8 cm, so it is ideal under the sink, where it is much easier to complete all the steps of connecting to the plumbing system and ensure reliable drainage of used water into the sewer.
The product consumes only 8 liters during the entire washing cycle, while the manual process consumes much more. The water in the machine is sprayed under pressure, so all food residues are washed off instantly; the same volume is used for rinsing, but purified through special filters. The product consumes 1280 W, and the noise effect is no more than 52 dB.
The advantages include: economical and quiet operation, drying by evaporation, spacious, does not require supervision while performing duties. It uses no more electricity than a kettle, and is used much more often during the day. No particular shortcomings were found.
BOSCH SKS 62E22
The famous brand from the German concern costs from 29.6 thousand rubles, holds up to 6 sets, and has a flow-type heater, which helps save electricity, since water is heated instantly. During the entire period of washing dishes, no more than 8 liters are consumed, 6 programs: the fastest are designed for 30 minutes, and the standard ones for 3 hours 45 minutes, there is a separate option for pots and pans with a water heating temperature of up to 70 0 C.
The desktop machine has a body made entirely of metal, dimensions 55.1x50x45 cm, modern design, so it can be installed on the kitchen table top, where it will not stand out among other household appliances. The noise level is only 48 dB, for those who are not in the know, let me explain - this is a quiet conversation or the sound of a typewriter. To wash dishes, she uses 3-in-1 special products, packaged in large tablets.
Users note excellent functionality, large capacity, economical and quiet operation. You can set the start at any time - it’s very convenient; you turned it on for work at night, when preferential rates apply, and in the morning you got everything clean and put it in its place. The digital display shows the mode and the time until it ends. No significant deficiencies were found.
Midea MCFD-0606
The average price of an Oriental woman from China is 10 thousand rubles. Small dimensions of 55x50x43.8 cm and a weight of 22 kg allow you to install it as a tabletop, placing it on a countertop or wide windowsill next to the sink, holds 6 sets of dishes, uses up to 7 liters of water per cycle. Electricity consumption is low - 0.61 kW per hour of operation, sound impact is 49 dB, duration of washing dishes in normal mode is 2 hours.
6 main programs and the same number of temperature modes, there is a mode for washing delicate glassware and an economy program for lightly soiled dishes. Delayed start lasts from 2 to 8 hours, power consumption is 1.38 kW. Dishes are washed effectively by spraying water and using strong detergents that cannot be used manually. The product compares favorably with Chinese-made analogues in its reliability and two-year warranty.
Advantages: excellent value for money, takes up little space, due to its small dimensions can be built into a kitchen set, even removes carbon deposits from a frying pan in 1.5 hours. Among the shortcomings, many consumers note an inconvenient grid for placing dishes.
Siemens SC 76M522
For a dishwasher from Germany, the price can vary between 52.2-68.7 thousand rubles. The desktop machine belongs to the class of partially built-in products with dimensions of 60x50x59.5 cm. The impressive volume allows you to wash 8 sets of dishes at a time, with a water consumption of no more than 9 liters, and a noise level of 45 dB.
The washing cycle in normal mode lasts 3 hours, while energy consumption does not exceed 0.73 kW/h; a flow-through heater is used to heat the water. There are 6 programs and 5 temperature modes, the drying of dishes is standard, and complete protection against possible leaks is built-in. The smart technology notifies the user about the end of the mode with a sound signal.
In reviews, consumers indicate the following advantages: stylish design, large capacity, compact size and easy operation, quiet operation, allowing you to turn on the product at night. Some are dissatisfied with the drying of dishes, but these are nit-picking and there are no significant drawbacks.
Ginzzu DC281
A dishwasher from Taiwan is sold on the Russian domestic market at an average price of 17.3 thousand rubles, holds 6 sets of dishes, and consumes 8.75 liters of water per wash cycle. Its dimensions are 55x50x60 cm, weight 30.5 kg, so it is ideal under the sink. The noise level is 49 dB, and the power consumption is no more than 1.62 kW. It is controlled by buttons and has 6 programs, including an economical washing mode.
Drying is conditional, and the temperature rises to +60 degrees, so after completing the entire process, you need to let the dishes cool for half an hour so as not to burn your hands.
Among the advantages, users note quiet operation, automatic shutdown, excellent washing quality, and sound signals at the end of work are not annoying. Among the shortcomings is the lack of a timer and display. Anyone who complains about poor washing simply hasn’t figured out the modes yet or hasn’t read the instructions.
Small dishwashers in their tactical and technical parameters differ little from standard models, and their cost is sometimes significantly lower. The design is similar, but there is no guessing about the placement in kitchens of any size; there are only two options: installing it on a kitchen table top or embedding the unit into a special niche.
Mini-models are considered by experts to be quite economical products in all respects and are recommended for married couples and single people. You rest, and they work.
Dimensions of small products
The device that you plan to place under the sink should not be too high - up to 60 cm. When choosing a suitable option, you need to focus on the parameters of the furniture module. The body of a mini dishwasher usually has the following dimensions:
- 40-55 cm wide;
- 43-60 cm in height;
- depth – 50 cm.
It is also important to take into account the presence of protruding keys on the device panel so that the cabinet doors close tightly.
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Dimensions
Each owner has a sink of his own size, and this point is important for choosing the right model of dishwasher. In those days when houses were built according to standard designs, the entire space for a sink was usually 55 cm. And for ease of installation, the dimensions should be slightly smaller than the standard parameter.
This is what a dishwasher might look like under the sink.
The height of the bedside table is also important, and if the average value is about 80-85 cm, then the presence of a siphon greatly limits installation possibilities. And if the arrangement of the siphon is done according to the old scheme, with a distance to the floor of up to 40 cm, then manufacturers do not produce equipment of this size, and the entire water drainage device will have to be redone.
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Can a dishwasher be installed under a sink?
There are no obstacles to integrating the machine into a cabinet with a sink. It is important to pay attention to all the nuances of installation and connection:
- Experts recommend using a sink with a drain hole in the corner so that in case of a leak, water does not get into the dishwasher body.
- The bottom panel of the cabinet must be securely fastened, since the device with loaded dishes is heavy.
- The built-in model will need to be attached to the side walls of the furniture using metal strips.
- Do not use an extension cord to connect the dishwasher. Call an electrician to install an additional outlet.
- To ensure that no problems arise during the operation of the equipment, it is also better to contact a specialist for proper connection to the water supply and sewerage system.
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Dishwasher installation conditions
Before purchasing and installing a dishwasher, you need to find a suitable place for it.
The easiest way is with free-standing units - even a piece of free space on the floor or table is enough for them. But what to do when you plan to buy a built-in model that can be hidden behind a decorative panel?
The main advantage of built-in kitchen equipment is its “invisibility”. Powerful, multifunctional units are hidden behind furniture facades, without overloading the interior with their technicality
You need to arm yourself with a construction tape and check which cabinets are suitable for installing a PMM. Finding out the sizes of dishwashers is easy - information is posted on the official websites of stores that sell household appliances.
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When making machines, manufacturers are guided by human height and furniture sizes, and accordingly adapt their models to uniform standards.
For example, most dishwashers from well-known brands have a width of 60 cm (more precisely, 598 mm) or 45 cm (448 mm). 45-centimeter models are called narrow, and they have more options for embedding in a finished kitchen.
Functionally and in terms of the number of programs, narrow dishwashers are not inferior to wide machines, so sometimes it makes sense to analyze the offers of this type of equipment
Narrow models usually have a height of 815 mm to 875 mm, which is equal to the standard height of kitchen tables and cabinets. If the set is made to order, the level of the countertops may be lowered for technical reasons, for example, a pipe is in the way, etc. Therefore, accuracy is needed when measuring - just one extra centimeter can be decisive.
The depth of the machines is 550 mm. During installation, a few centimeters remain for comfortable connection of hoses and wires so that they are not pinched. There is a category of compact cars that differ from full-size ones in height. For ease of use, they are usually built into the upper modules.
Average dimensions of a compact machine: 550x500x438 (WxDxH). Unlike a free-standing model, a built-in model requires a furniture module that is suitable in size
If you have found a cabinet that is suitable in size, do not forget to take into account the location of communications:
- cold water pipes;
- sewer pipe;
- free power line with socket.
An additional electrical cable can be laid if necessary, but it is hardly possible to move pipes in a ready-made kitchen, so the installation location of the machine is usually chosen next to the sink - this is where the main water supply and drainage units are located.
If at least one of the conditions is not met, for example, there is no suitable module or there is no access to communications, then you will have to postpone the purchase of a built-in dishwasher or think about remodeling the kitchen.
Advantages and disadvantages
Miniature dishwashers differ from standard-sized models and have their own advantages:
- The compactness and light weight of the device make it easier to allocate free space in the kitchen.
- Small machines use small amounts of water and electricity per cycle.
- Placing the device under the sink makes it more convenient to rinse dishes from food residues before loading them into the chamber.
The disadvantages of small-sized equipment are:
- small capacity;
- inability to load large frying pans and baking sheets into the hopper.
Expert opinion
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Mini dishwashers are convenient for daily processing of dishes for a family of 2-4 people; moreover, their functionality corresponds to the level of full-size units.
Advantages and disadvantages of installation under the sink
A small under-sink dishwasher suits people for many reasons. Namely:
- compactness: built-in PMM saves living space;
- economical choice for the family: small sinks can use minimal amounts of water and electricity compared to full-size models;
- ergonomics: the noise level of such machines is lower than usual;
- relatively low price of a dishwasher.
The main advantage of a small-sized dishwasher is considered to be economical and beneficial for families with no more than 4 people. In such cases, the purchase is justified.
Compact dishwashers have disadvantages that prevent them from becoming the absolute choice of the buyer. Limited washing functionality:
- there are no useful modes for full-size cars;
- limited sizes of dishes that fit in the dishwasher cabin;
- a small amount of dishes that can be washed in one work session.
Reducing volume and functions is not suitable for all buyers, despite the general problem of small-sized kitchens.
Installation Features
To connect the machine to communications, you will need a flat siphon, so it is better to purchase it in advance. If a washing machine will be connected to this drain, choose a siphon with two branches. Before starting work, do not forget to turn off the water.
After replacing the siphon, connect the dishwasher drain hose to it. Then, on the other hand, the hose is attached to a tee with a tap. All that remains is to screw the machine's inlet hose to the tap.
Now you can adjust the position of the dishwasher in the cabinet and connect it to the power supply.
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Preparatory stage
Before you begin installing the PMM, you should find a convenient place for it in the kitchen, as well as purchase the necessary tools and materials.
Where is the best place to place a dishwasher?
Of course, the best place for an automatic dishwasher is the kitchen. When choosing the optimal placement option, follow these rules:
- If there is room for PMM in the kitchen furniture, make sure that the built-in appliances fit into the niche under the countertop. If you don’t have the space you need, you can place the unit in a closet, under the sink, or in another place convenient for you.
- Try to choose a place close to the sink, otherwise the dishwasher drain pump will have a hard time pumping out the water. The distance to the sewer should not exceed 1.5 meters.
- If there is not enough space in the kitchen, choose the tabletop version of the PMM - this will automatically solve the issue with the sewage system (you can drain the water directly into the sink). Then connecting the dishwasher to the water supply and sewerage system will be much easier.
- An electrical outlet capable of providing electricity to the dishwasher should also be located nearby. It should be taken into account that the power of a dishwasher is usually from 2 to 3 kW.
Built-in dishwasher located next to the sink
Purchase of tools, consumables and accessories
To connect you will need the following tools:
- electric drill and drills of different diameters;
- flat and Phillips screwdrivers;
- a hacksaw or special scissors for cutting metal-plastic pipes;
- building level;
- a set of wrenches and an adjustable wrench;
- well sharpened knife;
- wire cutters
Consumables primarily include hoses, because often those that come with equipment are not long enough. Before purchasing parts, measure the distance from the machine to the sewer and water supply. The hoses will additionally require clamps.
It is quite possible that you will need connectors with union nuts and fum tape to seal the threaded connections.
To complete the installation you will need a set of basic tools
In addition, you should purchase a tee and a stopcock with a diameter of 3/4 inches for the branch from the water supply (this option is suitable if there are water pipes of the same diameter throughout the house). A siphon is required to organize the drainage.
If there is a washing machine nearby, you can use one siphon with two branches for both units.
Diagram of one of the options for connecting a dishwasher to communications
If there is no sufficiently powerful grounded outlet nearby, to connect to the electrical network, purchase a three-core copper wire of a suitable cross-section and the required length along with a powerful outlet rated for a current of 16 A. It is best to lay the wire from the distribution panel in the apartment as a separate line.
Installation recommendations for certain dishwasher models
If possible, install a compact filter for water purification at the point of connection to the water supply - in this case, the PMM will last longer. A similar solution is recommended for Bosch dishwashers due to the fact that their inlet valves are sensitive to blockages.
When installing the filter, be careful when installing the gasket that seals the connection. Follow the instructions strictly, as incorrect positioning of the part leads to leaks.
The classic location of the dishwasher is next to the water supply and sewerage
Electrolux PMM should be installed strictly according to the building level. Even a slight deviation from the horizontal position can lead to the machine not working properly.
Of all dishwashers, Siemens brand units are among the most unpretentious to install and operate. At the same time, built-in models require reliable fastening and strict adherence to the dimensions of the niches for installation.
Rating of miniature dishwashers
Before purchasing a PMM, it is worth studying the features of small-sized models from different manufacturers.
Midea MCFD-0606
The economical and silent dishwasher of the Chinese brand is very popular due to its cost, compactness and variety of modes. Programs include express (30 min) and intensive wash (140 min). Case dimensions – 55x50x43.8 cm.
The control buttons are located on the device door. Among the technical indicators, it is worth highlighting the following:
- capacity – 6 sets;
- energy saving class – A+;
- 6 working programs at 6 temperature conditions;
- delay start timer;
- protection of the housing from leakage.
The machine is suitable for all types of dishwasher detergents. Users note ease of operation, efficiency (7 liters of water per cycle), as well as a good set of functions.
Midea MCFD-0606
Siemens iQ500 SK 76M544
This model from the German manufacturer differs from the previous one in the presence of a display and a complete leakage protection system. The chamber is designed to wash 6 sets with a consumption of 8 liters of water. Body dimensions – 60x50x45.4 cm. The machine has 6 washing programs and 5 temperature modes.
The start of work is delayed by 24 hours. The designers have provided the ability to lock the device from children. The machine is equipped with a water purity sensor for optimal duration of the washing process. Indication of the presence of salt composition will remind the user to fill the tank in a timely manner.
Siemens iQ500 SK 76M544
Flavia CI 55 Havana P5
Compact (55x51.8x45.2 cm), fully built-in machine processes 6 place settings, using only 6.5 liters of water. The device provides the following:
- electronic control type with display;
- condensation drying;
- partial protection against leaks;
- salt/rinse aid indicator;
- 6 programs and 6 temperature modes.
Energy efficiency class – A+, washing/drying – A.
Flavia CI 55 Havana P5
The problem of equipping a small kitchen with modern appliances is solved by purchasing miniature devices. A compact dishwasher can be hidden behind the front of a cabinet under the sink. Small-sized machines are represented on the Russian market by different brands, so choosing a model that is suitable in size and functionality will not be a difficult task.
Which dishwasher to choose
There are different models among PMMs: full-size, narrow, compact. Everyone chooses based on the free space that can be allocated for installing equipment. A small compact model is perfect for embedding under the sink.
If there is enough free space on your countertop, choose a small free-standing PMM (height 45-60 cm, width 50-55 cm, depth 50-55 cm).
If you need to somehow accommodate a dishwasher in a small kitchen, give preference to a built-in model that will be hidden behind the facade. Its dimensions: height 44-45 cm, width 55-60 cm, depth 50-55 cm.
Cars with a height of 30-40 cm are almost impossible to find. Unless it will be modern technological innovations.
Things to consider when choosing a compact machine:
- Capacity. Maximum load: 6 sets of dishes. It is believed that the small model consumes less water. This is true if you run one cycle per day. But if you need to wash more dishes, the resource consumption will be the same as the full-length or narrow model.
- Price depending on the chosen brand. Indeed, the more popular the PMM brand is, 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 operation at all.
We will present you the most popular models, judging by consumer reviews. Today there is quite a large selection of compact cars on the market, 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 uses no energy to remove moisture from appliances. The door opens automatically and drying occurs thanks to air circulation.
The housing is partially protected from leaks. The salt and rinse aid indicators indicate the end of the product. Users note that the model is economical and copes well with dirt.
Cost from 18,000 rubles.
Bosch SKS50E32EU
The freestanding dishwasher is designed for 6 place settings. Control with display, there are 6 modes and an additional VarioSpeed function. With its help, appliances are washed faster, but the quality does not suffer, since the water pressure from the nozzles is quite strong.
It is possible to delay the start up to 24 hours. The purity sensor monitors the quality of the rinse by detecting the turbidity of the water. The housing is partially protected from leakage, its dimensions are 55.1x50x45 cm. The machine consumes 8 liters of water per cycle. Noise level 48 dB.
Users like the quality of the car wash and its compact size. However, even a fast cycle lasts quite a long time.
Price from 26,000 rubles.
