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Have to put a spanner in the works, if you are wanting a slimline means you do not have much washing up, I find it quite theraputic to do it by hand. Even though I have a washing machine, still like washing by hand, call me old fashioned, perhaps I have to much time on my hands. lol
Carol

we use ours every night ,When we have visitors or Christmas family get togethers its going several times a day BUT its lovely to load up and walk away knowing you ain't a slave to the kitchen sink . There are some things we dont put into it though like the best crystal glasses ,just in case !!, and some saucepans that are best hand washed. We do though wash the cats bowls but will rinse these under the tap before use , Our old moggy had allergy problems that was attributed to him licking off bowls that had dishwash products dried on them so we are very careful that our girlie doesn't get the same problems

Hi Marion
We have a slimline
Hotpoint due to cuboard space in kitchen.

Its very good but only problem there are 4 of us so often end up washing in the sink as well.
If you are a smaller family I think slimline is a good idea.
Mother in law has a full size one and there is never enough to fill it up with the two of them. She ends up cleaning the dishes before she puts them in to stop any smells which I think defeats the object a bit! She only puts it on twice a week because its so big. lol

Teresa:)

Our first slim line was a semi intergrated Bosch put in when we had the kitchen remoddled. Gave 15 years good service with only a couple of breakdowns in its later years. It had about 8 programmes including a pre wash and several economy washes.
The trouble came when it was going to cost too much to repair on its last brakdown so we looked for a new machine. Loads of freestanding ones but I didnt want that as it would stand out like a sore thumb cos all the other appliances are built in and we would have to muck around with plinths etc. We finally paid bega bucks for an intergrated Miele one and I must say the standard is superb we do overnight washes on the cheap rate and have never heard it operate and the glasses are sparkling !! Did cost though whispers!!! £899 .

Hi Val
Putting it on more often wont be a problem, theres only two of us, when the 'crew' are here it can go on more.
I've only got 4 good crystal glasses and they live in the cupboard lol

Marilyn..Thanks for the tip re tablets :))

Sheila ..I've only got 4 good crystal glasses and they live in the cupboard lol

Wendy ...will look into noise, never thought of that.

I knew you lot would be come up with great advice thanks to you all :))

Marion

I use Fairy tablets in mine and the glasses are clean and shiny after. I also put all the bits in from our gas hob.

Look for one that runs quietly if you are around when it is on and if you have off peek electricity a timer can be useful or you could use the plug in timer type.

Wendy

I've never had a problem with glasses either (use an all-in-one tablet) but wouldn't put the posh crystal in there!

Marion,

I have a Siemens slim line dishwasher, have had it 8yrs very simple knobs !!

Also I buy W5 Dishwasher Tablets in LiDL as it has got Glass protection and its brilliant ...all my glass are clear and shiny .

I have a slimline Ariston have had it for 11 years, i dont have any problems with cloudy glasses as long as you keep the salt and rinse aid topped up.
The only disadvantage is you have to put it on more often and it doesn't take so much.
Val

Thanks for that Gail and Liz.
I'll have look later.



Marion

I googled best buy slimline dishwashers and found this site Marion.
Maybe you could go to a library and look at Which reports too


http://www.reviewcentre.com/products92.html

Lizx

Also look for how much water they use per wash, mine also has a half wash which will either wash the top or bottom shelf. Also well worth paying for extra warranty if you can get it.

I do wash glasses in my dishwasher and they come out perfectly, no spots or stains, never had a problem.

It is also best if cleaned once a month. I use a cup of white vinegar or cleaning vinegar and just run a cycle with the dishwasher empty. Also clean filters, it is easy to do.

Gail

I wouldnt trust your glass eye in it Eldrick

Hi Helen

Maybe they use wee plates lol.

Thanks for you replies everyone. i wont put my glasses in either, the legs might break...

I'm off to watch BB

Marion, I went to New Zealand last year and, in an apartment we stayed in, there was a half-size dishwasher fitted UNDER the oven. We couldn't believe it and kept peeking at it! And it worked brilliantly. Haven't seen them here yet!

I can remember who it was but somebody on here put their


























Loo brush in.....ewwwww. I wont do that lol

oh marion dont put glasses in,they will be all coudy and squeeky,horrible.......

they are ok for skinning new spus though,,

now what stupid daft wooden head would put contacts in one,,theyd get washed down t'plughole,,,,,,

lol Kay. mine is 'kinda' trained.

Giving the kitchen a bit of a face lift, new sink work tops etc, thought now is the time.

What are they like on contact lenses then Hayley? Just out of interest.

dont know many men who could fit under a unit for life!}

ya cant beat having a manual one, they dry and put crocs away aswell....if you train them right.....}}}}}}}}}