So you need to find a new washing machine because your old one’s gone bust, broken, and there’s nothing to do to fix it? It happens, and finding a replacement isn’t always the easiest task. There’s plenty to think about: what make do I want? What price range am I looking for? What size washing machine do I need to buy?
We’re here to help you make an informed decision on what size washing machine will be the best fit for your home. Luckily, this is an easy one. We’ve got a few fail safe ways to discover exactly how to choose a washing machine that’ll get everything cleaned in one go, whilst not taking up too much space.
How Much Room Do You Have?
Obviously, the first thing to think about is how big of a space have you got free for your new washing machine? You can’t squeeze a giant into a mouse hole after all, so you need to ensure you’ve got the best measurements that’ll help you find the perfect fit.
Budget
This leads us onto budget. Nowadays, washing machines come in all sizes, and they’ve all got fancy new functions to wow you with, but this all comes with a price, and you don’t want to be blowing your budget on the smartest washing machine on the market, if you’re only using it to wash a few handfuls of clothing every week or so.
You can expect to pay any price starting from around $200 if you go for a brand new washing machine, and that’s on the lower end of the spectrum. Washing machines can go up to prices in the thousands if you want one that’ll do fancy spin cycles or to dry your clothes for you as well.
Of course, you’ll pay for size as well, and naturally, the bigger the machine, the more you’ll have to cough up, so be sure you’re choosing the right size for your budget too.
Washing Capacity
The next thing to think about is the washing capacity of your washing machine. That is, how much washing your machine can handle comfortably without being overfilled.
Most washing machines with 5kg, 7.5kg and 10kg weight capacity on them. It’s first of all important to note that this is in fact referring to how much washing fits inside the machine, and not the weight of the machine itself.
Overfill a 5kg machine with up to 7.5kg of dirty laundry, and you won’t have enough space to get it all cleaned efficiently, it’s that simple.
When it comes to how much laundry capacity you need, it’s obviously a good plan to think about how many members there are in your household. But even this is just a guide (as you’ll see in our later section entitled Bulkier Items). For a single person or a couple, a 5kg to 7.5kg washing machine is plenty, as you’ll be washing fewer items regularly.
For 3 or 4 people to one household, a 7.5kg or 10kg washing machine will manage your larger loads, and for a household with more than 4 people, you should always go for the 10kg machine to ensure you can get as much laundry cleaned without having to do multiple cycles.
A good tip to remember: the washing capacity is actually weighed in dry articles. Of course, once your laundry becomes wet, it gets heavier, but luckily, your washing machine is built to handle that little bit extra.
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Bulky Items
You may be thinking ‘that’s great, there are only two of us in the house, but I need to wash my duvet and curtains once in a while, and they’re heavy.’. You’d be right to be inquisitive.
If you’re washing bulkier items frequently, you’ll also need a larger capacity washing machine to take care of everything. In fact, a regular Double bed can have a duvet cover of up to 7kg in weight, so you may want to up your washing machine size if you plan on washing heavier duty items. Got a bigger bed? Your duvet will weigh even more.
Conclusion
Are you a little more certain on how to pick your next washing machine based on size? As long as you take all our tips and tricks into consideration, we’re confident you can choose the perfect sized machine for your needs, all without blowing your budget. Happy washing!
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Last Update: 2024-04-18 | Affiliate links/Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
