The network is often interested in how to place a dishwasher in a small kitchen and are there alternative dishwasher options that save space? It all depends on the specifics and area of uXNUMXbuXNUMXbthe room – the smaller and non-standard it is, the more you will have to tinker with the installation of the PMM. We offer a comprehensive answer to the question of which dishwasher is suitable for a small room.
PMM does not fit in the kitchen
Those who dream of getting a dishwasher and solving the problem with a mountain of unwashed dishes are tormented by the question: where to put the dishwasher in the kitchen if the room is too small. How to proceed? Forget about buying an “assistant” or a trick to install it? The second option is much more advantageous, especially since the solution to the problem lies on the surface.
Fact! In the so-called “Khrushchev” builders have significantly saved space in the kitchen by allocating a few square meters. But, if you approach the matter competently, you can install a refrigerator, a washing machine and a dishwasher, and there will still be a place.
There are quite budgetary ways to solve the problem and more expensive options – we will consider everything.
The main thing is to correctly calculate the space of the kitchen, and then everything will fit. You went into the kitchen and see that there is nowhere to put the PMM? It means that you irrationally used the usable area: if you calculate every centimeter, it turns out that not only the dishwasher will get up. If you do not want to do this, contact the services of a good designer.
Consider briefly the types of machines for small kitchens:
- Built-in dishwashers. Such machines do not take up space, because they are installed in a kitchen set or under a countertop. If you have finished kitchen furniture without a niche for PMM, you can make a separate cabinet.
- A win-win option is a miniature dishwasher. This is a drastic measure, but an effective one. Compact mini-machines can be placed on the table or installed under the sink.
Built-in dishwashers
A dishwasher can clutter up a small kitchen or not fit into a well-thought-out interior solution. For many, this prospect is not the most rosy, so the manufacturers took care of creating an embedded PMM. There are several types:
- partially embedded;
- fully embedded;
- narrow.
The width of the models can vary from 45 to 60 centimeters.
Important point! Narrow cars significantly save space, but are inferior to full-sized models in terms of roominess. Also, it is difficult to load large-sized dishes into a narrow hopper: pots, pans or baking sheets.
Fully built-in machines are unattractive in appearance – the body is covered with a layer of thermal insulation, and instead of a beautiful facade – ordinary painted metal with latches and fasteners. Everything will change after installing the machine in the headset. The door will hide behind the furniture facade, and the body will hide behind the walls of the headset. Read about how to install a dishwasher, in our publication.
After embedding, the visibility of the machine will be limited, therefore, there will be no global changes in the kitchen. To use the equipment, just open the door and load the plates into the washing hopper. Maintenance of the device is simple: it is enough to wipe the furniture from dust and dirt.
Compact Models
Not sure how to place a typewriter in a small kitchen? You don’t want to make repairs in your plans, but you don’t want to change furniture to one that provides a niche for PMM? Then pay attention to compact dishwashers. Where to place a miniature car:
- on a table or countertop;
- on a special cabinet;
- on a low refrigerator;
- hang on the wall using brackets.
Interesting! The cost of small dishwashers is quite acceptable, so the compact model is ideal for any budget.
The sizes of the little “helpers” are really modest. On average, these are the following dimensions: 55x50x44 cm, weight – only 20 kg. With their advantages, small PMMs have disadvantages: limited functionality, small capacity, and with repeated use (2-3 times a day), water consumption will be greater than that of a full-size model.
Hybrid types PMM
Our review includes little-known hybrid cars, which are combined with other household appliances: gas or electric stove, oven. This 2-in-1 solution will save a lot of usable space. Another plus is that the dishes from the stove are immediately sent to the bunker – there is no need to “travel” around the kitchen, everything will be in one place. This technique costs less than if you buy the hob, oven and dishwasher separately.
Disadvantages of the design:
- complex equipment can fail earlier than conventional;
- limited functionality of the oven and dishwasher – there is one sheet in the oven, and the capacity of the machine is no more than 6 sets of dishes.
Drawing conclusions, we agree that there is no universal solution for the limited space of a small kitchen. Each of the described options has its drawbacks, so you should choose based on the situation.