Wall-mounted washing machine: advantages and disadvantages

Every day, washing machine manufacturers release newer and more advanced designs with additional programs and functions, style, convenience, and comfort.

Of course, most consumers look not only at the programs and capabilities of washing machines, but also at their dimensions.

Let's consider a wall-mounted washing machine

For those buyers looking to save space in their home, manufacturers have released a new type of washing machine: a wall-mounted washing machine that takes up space "in the air."

That is, you probably already imagined what it looks like, but if not, then we’ll give you an example: it’s like a cabinet in the kitchen or a boiler.

We'll be discussing this type of washing machine, exploring its pros and cons, and exploring its hidden capabilities.

 

Nowadays, this type of washing machine is not so popular, there is only one single manufacturing company Daewоо invented a wall-mounted washing machine and presented a model DWD-CV701PС.

You can currently find this model online, and it may also appear in some large shopping centers. You can find a description of the wall-mounted unit and its specifications online.

This type of washing machine design is attractive because it does not take up space in the room, as it is installed on the wall.

This machine is perfectly suited for hanging on a bathroom wall. Its appearance won't be affected in the slightest, as it boasts a unique, cutting-edge design for household appliances—high-tech style.

This washing machine could not even imagine what it could replace automatic washing machineThe wall-mounted washing machine was designed as a supplemental washing device, allowing for simple refreshing of everyday items. This model is very quiet and quite energy-efficient compared to traditional washing machines. After all, if you're washing a shirt you wear every day, you can simply refresh it without having to run the main wash cycle.

Specifications of the Daewoo wall-mounted washing machine

• The wall-mounted washing machine from the manufacturer Daewoo is capable of washing up to three kilograms of things for one complete wash cycle. As you can see, this capacity is too small, especially for large families, but it's perfectly adequate for one person.
• The wall-mounted device carries 700 rpm (class C spin), this feature means that water will not drip from the laundry after the washing process is completed.
• In the DWD-CV701PС model No drain pumpIf you're unsure how it will all work, we'll explain: the manufacturer's design is for the water to drain immediately after the wash cycle, draining by gravity. The very word "wall-mounted" makes it clear that the machine won't be located on the floor.
• The machine is equipped with six washing programsWhile it may not seem like much, it's still enough to wash any type of laundry. The highest washing temperature reaches 60 degrees.
• Washing class level B It will allow the owner to wash slightly soiled items, although the washing quality will not quite reach the level of pure white items.
• The weight of such a unit is only 17 kilograms, which is quite small compared to standard automatic washing machines.
• Dimensions of a wall-mounted washing machine 55x29x60, which makes the machine very compact.

The specifications of this wall-mounted washing machine are quite modest, as has already become clear, but this design can give standard units a run for their money in the race for size, and in this respect, it is the leader.

The most important requirement for installing such a washing machine is a fairly strong wall (a solid one) without any internal gaps, which is capable of supporting the weight of the machine itself and a certain load, and sewer pipes must be located nearby.

Testing a wall-mounted washing machine

During our testing, we can confidently say that the washing machine performed admirably. It's capable of removing even the most stubborn and heavily soiled stains. Naturally, compared to a standard Class A washing machine, the wall-mounted model will certainly be inferior in quality. But compared to other similarly sized washing machines, the wall-mounted model easily outperforms them all.

You can see the quality of the washing machine and the washing process itself in the video below. You've already heard our opinion; all you need to do is decide whether you need this beautiful helper or not.

We'd also like to point out that there's no vibration during the washing process, with the exception of the spin and drain modes, which also operate silently. Even the aforementioned spin and drain modes shouldn't cause any problems.

Comments on the wall-mounted automatic washing machine DWD-CV701PC

After analyzing all user comments about this model, we have come to the following conclusions:

Pros:

• The small size of the wall-mounted washing machine, its very compact design, and its rather narrow size, which does not take up space where the owners walk, are the main arguments when choosing this washing machine.
• Loading is very convenient; there is no need to bend over every time you load or unload laundry; the machine is hung on the wall, so you just need to reach out and load it.
• Excellent design – the appearance is pleasing to the eye.
• Quick (time) wash – washing process programs are very short in time, which allows owners to wash their everyday dirty clothes in a short period of time.
• Savings – a wall-mounted washing machine has the ability to save not only detergents (powders, conditioners) and water, but also electricity.
• Highest quality – today such washing machines are produced in Korea.

Cons:

• The very small capacity of a wall-mounted washing machine's drum is a significant drawback if you collect large piles of dirty laundry.
• Weak spin – when compared to conventional washing machines, the wall-mounted machine is inferior.
• Poor washing quality – also compared to automatic washing machines.
• The installation process is quite complex – not all specialists will undertake such work, as they lack experience.
• It's an expensive pleasure—the price is above average. However, you won't find any alternatives to a wall-mounted washing machine on the home appliance market, online, or in large department stores.