Advice on washing machines

When you buy a new washing machine, the first thing you should check is the load capacity. How much load capacity you need depends on how often you do your laundry and how much laundry you have. If you often wash large loads, choose a large 9kg drum. That way, you can wash everything in one go and save energy. If you have a smaller load, the load sensor adjusts the cycle.

The higher the speed of the washing machine, the drier your laundry will be when you take it out of the drum. That's because a high speed means your washing machine can spin very fast. When you buy a washing machine with a high speed, your laundry won't have to go in the dryer as long or hang on a drying rack. Do you use a dryer? When you use the spin cycle for your clothes in advance, you save time and energy.

Save energy and look at the energy label. Here, you can see how much a washing machine consumes. The most energy-efficient washing machines have an A or B energy label. The EU calculates the energy consumption of a washing machine per 100 cycles based on the mandatory Eco 40-60 cycle. Over the lifespan of an energy-efficient model, you can save a couple hundred euros on your energy bill. You read all about it here.

If you're going to put your washing machine near your bedroom or living room, you should keep the noise level in mind. It's important to check the number of decibels it produces during the spin cycle. If you want a silent washing machine, choose a noise level of 70dB or less during the spin cycle. This way, you'll have the minimum amount of noise. Every 3 additional decibels means the noise is doubled.

You want your clothes to be fresh when you take them out of the drum after every cycle. And you'll still want this after a couple of years. The washing quality of a washing machine affects this. A washing machine with a mid-range or high-end washing quality prevents greasy residue and odors. This keeps the drum and your laundry clean. That's why you should get a washing machine with a mid-range or high-end washing quality.

The build quality is important for the lifespan of your washing machine. If you want a strong and durable washing machine, you should pay attention to the build quality. You can choose from a basic, mid-range, and high-end build quality. If you're looking for a durable washing machine, choose a washing machine with at least a mid-range build quality. These come with a brushless motor by default, which reduces the wear on your washing machine.

If you want to wash and dry, you can choose a separate washing machine and dryer or go for a washer dryer combination. If you want to dry quickly and energy-efficiently, choose 2 separate appliances. You can place the washing machine and dryer side by side or stack them with a stacking kit. This ensures that your dryer remains firmly in place on top your washing machine. If you'd rather have just 1 appliance, choose a washer dryer combination. Keep in mind that a washer dryer combination is slower and consumes more energy.

A smart washing machine has extra functions to make washing even more efficient, cleaner, and faster. A washing machine with WiFi allows you to do your laundry remotely and see the remaining time on your smartphone or tablet. This is useful when you're not home. A washing machine with automatic detergent dosing automatically adds the right amount of detergent so your clothes stay in good condition for longer. Did you get curious? Read more about smart washing machines here.

With a washing machine subscription, you'll have an energy-efficient washing machine that always works for a fixed amount per month. That way, you don't have to pay a large amount in one go. There won't be any unexpected costs either. If your washing machine is broken, we'll exchange it for a replacement one. The washing machine subscription can be canceled monthly after 1 year.

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