A washing machine is a large investment in the family home and provides an essential service that has to be efficient and reliable. It is, therefore, important to do thorough research prior to buying your machine in order to get one that fulfills all your needs and requirements.
When you are in the showroom looking at all these different machines it is very easy to become overwhelmed with the choice available and very easy to succumb to the charms of the salesperson which can result in a less than satisfactory purchase. It is important to consider the following points when looking for a washing machine.
Capacity: Your requirement will depend on the the size of the washing loads and therefore, usually the size of your family. A larger capacity washing drum will mean fewer washes resulting in less energy consumption and greater savings.
Cleaning Effectiveness: This is a vital consideration as you want a machine that cleans clothes efficiently. Having a shortlist of models and doing online research prior to visiting the showroom is a surefire way to making sure you get a machine that works effectively.
Efficiency: This is becoming a very important consideration when purchasing a new machine from both a financial and environmental point of view. All new machines come with an efficiency rating and a high efficiency machine can lead to great energy and monetary savings.
Additional Features: Many machines come with additional features such as an incorporated dryer or a self balancing mechanism. Some machines are now equipped with internet connectivity. They can download new wash cycles from the internet and it is possible to tailor the wash cycle to particular items of clothing.
The next step, now armed with the features you desire in a machine is to do research. The best place to do quick and thorough research is online. Most product sites now have reviews left by customers which can be very useful but bear in mind, that often reviews are left by people who are not happy with a product which can leave a very biased view. The more reviews that are written, the more likely you'll get a balanced opinion. I would recommend making a shortlist of about half a dozen machines. Any more than this and it can become confusing when trying to make a decision on which one to purchase. The list will help you stay focused on the machine you want and you'll be less inclined to be persuaded into purchasing one that does not meet your requirements.
