Wall-mounted washing machines: an overview of models and installation rules

Wall-mounted washing machines have become a new trend among owners of small-sized housing. Reviews of such a miracle of technical thought look impressive, the developers are the most famous world brands, and in terms of design, the models can give odds to any analogs from the classic series. True, before becoming the owner of such a technique, it is worth considering in more detail its advantages and disadvantages, as well as studying the requirements for attaching a suspended automatic machine to the wall.

Wall-mounted washing machines have become a real hit in Asia and Europe, where the problem of saving space in individual housing is especially acute. For the first time such a model was presented by Korean company Daewoo, which released it in 2012. This brand is still the obvious flagship of the market for hanging household appliances for washing. The wall-mount models have an original high-tech design, a body with a mirrored front panel and a porthole that takes up most of its space. The format of the technique is most often square with rounded corners, there are few control buttons and they are extremely simple.

Initially, wall-mounted washing machines were simply an original addition to the basic technique. The reduced volume made it possible not to wait for the laundry to accumulate, to start washing more often. Then they began to be considered as an option for people not burdened with a large family, owners of small-sized housing and simply connoisseurs of an economical waste of resources. Instead of a large drawer for powder and conditioner, small dispensers for 1 wash are built in here, making it easier to add detergents.

Such models are produced only in the front version, inside the compact case you can hide excess wiring, which is not bad at all in a small bathroom. Among the distinctive features of the design of mounted washing machines are the adjustable length of the water inlet hose, the absence of a pump and pump.

Wall-mounted washing machines have become a kind of response to the need of modern society to cut back on their needs. Respect for the environment, reasonable economy - these are the cornerstones on the basis of which the new policy of technology manufacturers was built. The obvious advantages of wall-mounted washing machines include the following features.

• Compact size and light weight... The equipment will fit even in the smallest bathroom, kitchen, it will not take up much space in a studio apartment. This is an excellent solution for use on hollow brick solid walls, for which high loads are contraindicated.
• Rational energy consumption. Their energy and water consumption is about 2 times less than that of their full-size counterparts.
• High quality washing. The machines use all modern technologies, allow for a sufficiently thorough processing of linen in cold water or when using low-temperature modes.
• The convenience of use... Ideal for an elderly person or a pregnant woman, parents with children. The tank is above the level that little ones can reach. Adults do not have to bend down to retrieve their laundry.
• Quiet work. The equipment of this class uses the most modern inverter motors, brushless, vibration-free.
• Affordable price... You can find models costing from 20,000 rubles.
• Optimization of programs. There are fewer of them than in a classic car. Only the most used options are left, there is a spin mode.

There are also disadvantages, and they are associated with the peculiarities of fastening the equipment. Anchors will have to be built into the wall, the laying of wiring and other communications also has differences. Using the washing machine, the layout of the controls will be radically different.

The modern market offers several models of mini-machines of the class automatic machine for mounting on the wall. Small tank volumes - 3 kg, turned from a disadvantage into an advantage thanks to the Korean concern Daewoo. It is he who today is the leader in this area.

One of the most popular models in its class. Wall-mounted washing machine Daewoo DWD-CV703W has a much more perfect design than the first models of such washing machines. It has a digital, not a push-button display, touch control, with a good screen sensitivity. Among the security systems, one can distinguish protection from children, the body is not isolated from leaks, and there is also an auto-cleaning of the tank. The design uses a drum with a star structure.

Among the useful functions of this washing machine are delayed start - waiting time is up to 18 hours... The model uses a plastic tank, there is a spin function, there is no drying. Economical water consumption - only 31 liters, complemented by a not very high level of moisture removal from the laundry. The E spin class is not enough to ensure an easy and quick final drying later. Washing class A removes even the most stubborn dirt. It should be noted separately large diameter of the loading door, futuristic design of the model. She will fit well into the interior of the kitchen and the space of the bathroom.

Unusual ultra-compact washing machine from Xiaomi for wall mounting has an original teardrop-shaped body, looks very futuristic. Like other brand technology, it is integrated with smartphones of the same brand, supports remote control, which compares favorably with analogues. The door in the light body is made of black tempered glass and has an anti-reflective coating. The controls are located right on top of it. When the unit is turned off, only the power button can be found on the display.

Xiaomi wall-mounted washing machine includes inverter motor with the most quiet operation, the door seal is made of elastic polymer with antibacterial properties. This model has a high-temperature wash - up to 95 degrees, separate lines of programs for shirts, silk, underwear. The manufacturer has provided for self-cleaning of the drum in a special mode. The capacity of the Xiaomi wall-mounted washing machine is 3 kg, the spin speed is standard, 700 rpm, 8 programs are included. The dimensions of the case are 58 × 67 cm with a depth of 35 cm, the unit weighs much more than its Korean counterparts - 24 kg. The technique has a lot of additional options: child protection, self-balancing, delayed start, foam control.

Ultra-budget hanging washing machine model. Appliances in white or mirrored silver housing are equipped with a modern digital display, controlled by electronics. The body is protected from accidental leaks, there is no drying function, but there is a spin. The model weighs 17 kg, has a depth of only 29 cm with a case dimensions of 55 × 60 cm. The wash cycle consumes 36 liters of water, the spin speed reaches 700 rpm.

The machine is equipped with a plastic tank, it has a collapsible design, which is convenient when replacing parts. There are 5 washing programs, a separate button to start rinsing the desired number of times.

In order to attach a wall-mounted washing machine in the bathroom, in the kitchen, in the closet or anywhere else in the house, it is enough to follow a simple instruction. It is worth considering that Technicians will need access to a water source and electrical power. Most often, equipment is hung on a mount above the sink or on the side of a bathtub, toilet bowl, or bidet.

When choosing a place where you can install a wall-mounted machine, it is important to take into account the strength characteristics of the material and the expected loads. The equipment is anchored or on a bracket. Hanging the unit will not work on a plasterboard partition. Due to the lack of a pump, such washing machines need to be located directly above the communication lines - the drain occurs by gravity, any bends of the liner can significantly complicate it.

You can hang the washing machine yourself by following the following diagram.

• Prepare a place on the wall for fixing anchor screws... First, make sure that the wall is solid, strong enough - monolithic or brick. The difference in height should not be more than 4 mm.
• Standard fastening anchors for fixing into hollow walls better to replace with more reliable chemical ones.
• Drill holes 45 mm deep and 14 mm in diameter, install the anchors in the prepared place. After fixing, the bolt should protrude 75 mm from the wall.
• Remove the housing from the packaging. Connect the water supply and drain hose to the fittings, secure with clamps. Route the electrical wire to a grounded outlet making sure it is long enough.
• Hang the equipment onto the bolts, secure with nuts and sealant. Wait until the composition hardens.
• Connect the water inlet hose to the adapter. Perform a test run of water.

By following these instructions, you can easily cope with self-installation of a wall-mounted washing machine.

According to the owners of wall-mounted washing machines, such a compact technique has many advantages. First of all everyone notes the unusual "space" design - the technique really looks very futuristic and fits well into the space of a modern bathroom. Compact dimensions can also be called a big advantage. Almost all owners are not ready to return to the usual full-size washing machine models. The convenience of bookmarking linen is also not in the last place. You do not have to bend over, all the necessary structural elements are located at the user's eye level.

Small load - about 3 kg, does not become a problem if washed more often... Among the individual features of this technique, one can single out the small volume of the compartment for the detergent - many are switching from powder to liquid options. There are no complaints about energy class A - the technician spends electricity quite economically.

The number of programs is quite enough for the care of cotton products, baby underwear, delicate fabrics. It is noted that the equipment quite successfully washes both bed linen and jackets, even sneakers fit in the tank.

Compared to full-size appliances, pendant compact models are called practically silent by their owners. Vibration during spinning is also not felt - a clear plus for apartment buildings. The disadvantages include not very reliable anchors in the standard set of fasteners, difficulties with the purchase - it is quite difficult to find such a product in stock.

In the next video, you will find instructions on how to install a Daewoo DWC-CV703S wall-mounted washing machine.