Steam washing machines are a modern present that makes washing as easy as possible. Manufacturers offer instant cleaning without the use of chemicals and sterile linen at the exit. We will deal with the features of use and the principle of operation of washing machines with steam washing.
Purpose of steam washing machines
First of all, the technique is intended for disinfection of linen, since high temperature kills allergens and microbes. This method is acceptable if you need to quickly refresh clothes in a short time. It is enough to run a quick program and in half an hour you will receive fresh laundry. Do not assume that high temperatures are a reason to refuse to wash delicate items. The developers offer low temperatures that can easily withstand even thin and delicate fabrics.
How does a steam washing machine work?
The principle of operation is simple. Clothes do not get wet, but are only treated with steam. The heating element turns water into steam, which is sent to the drum of the machine. High-temperature steam penetrates the deep fibers of the fabric and eliminates common bacteria, fungi and odors. This approach is optimal for allergy sufferers, young children and people with sensitive skin. The steam principle of work allows to refuse detergents and use of a large amount of water.
Advantages of a steam engine
Steam processing is a useful innovation in the "washing" world.Let's figure out what the steam function gives the user in practice.
Lightweight and easy to care for
The quick program allows you to refresh your laundry in a few hours. After washing with steam, the clothes remain slightly damp and dry quickly at room temperature. This approach is ideal if time is running out. Steam removes deep wrinkles and creases, making ironing a breeze. The system is suitable even for things that are not allowed to be washed, which completely replaces dry cleaning services.
No bruising
High RPMs will undoubtedly cause folds and creases in thin fabrics, and clothes may even shrink and lose their original shape. Steam cleaning is devoid of such a disadvantage - laundry stays neat and does not crumple. Clothing is not subjected to mechanical stress and does not lose its appearance. So, Electrolux even offers a “smart” ironing program that allows you to gently dry and “iron” the fabric.
Saving energy, water and detergents
The machine will easily rid the laundry of dust, unpleasant odors and germs without any chemicals. Water is consumed several times less than with a standard wash with a rinse. Electricity for the generation of steam is spent almost half as much as for heating water for regular washing.
Versatility
Washing steam machines will take care of even the most delicate and intimate. Wool and silk can be safely sent to freshen up in the drum of such an apparatus.Down jackets and cotton are also subject to steam engines. Some devices are even equipped with the function of washing delicate underwear like "Lingerie". For delicate fabrics, there are modes with steam generation at low temperatures.
Baby care
In steam units, you can safely wash clothes for allergy sufferers and the smallest. If an ordinary washing machine can accumulate dirt inside over time, and detergents and other chemicals can settle on its parts, then steam engines, together with linen, clean and disinfect even the washing machine drum.
Noise reduction
So, the developers of LG washing machines and similar brands abandoned the conventional belt in favor of direct drive. This innovation reduces the possibility of wear or breakage, significantly reduces vibration and noise during spinning.
Steam and wash compatible
Some machines combine standard washing with steam treatment. The steam releases tension on the fibres, making it easier for cleaning agents to penetrate deep into the fibres. After washing is completed, the laundry is steamed for disinfection.
Disadvantages of steam washing machines
The disadvantages include the following factors:
- Since steam engines have appeared on the market relatively recently, not all well-known brands have acquired their own representatives of this segment. The choice ranges between washing giants LG, Hotpoint-Ariston, Whirlpool, Electrolux, AEG.
- The price of washing machines with a steam function starts from 30-35 thousand rubles for the simplest and budget models, and the middle segment - from 45 thousand. The cost of a steam state employee is equal to the cost of a conventional middle-class washing machineso the choice is up to the buyer.
- Remember that the steam principle of operation is a great alternative to washing, but not its replacement. Most steam machines will not cope with deep soiling and are not able to remove the stain locally. The steam only refreshes the clothes. Although Whirlpool and others have already released alternatives that can gently and effectively remove even stubborn stains and dirt.
Reviews of washing machines with steam function
It's best to buy a steam-washable washing machine based on the mistakes and joys of the pioneers. We invite you to familiarize yourself with the experience of using the owners of steam units.
Washing machine LG F14A8TDS
Valentine, Samara
I've been using the washer for about 6 months. Initially, the machine was bought specifically for the wife, in order to facilitate the washing of children's clothes. After washing, the linen looks like new, soft and pleasant to the touch. For all the time, the quality of washing and the level of safety have never been satisfactory, although before the child often suffered from mild skin reactions to detergents.
The wife is happy with the whitening effect: bed linen and towels begin to shine from steam treatments. There was an experience of removing even old stubborn stains from the tablecloth - it worked perfectly. I am glad that the machine does not buzz at all and does not try to reach out to the neighbors, although the maximum number of revolutions is 1400 per minute.
- functionality, a lot of programs, perfectly erases, protects against wrinkles and wrinkles,
- "brains" - the device itself sets the time for washing and water consumption, depending on the load.
- overpriced,
- not sold everywhere
- minimum load 4 kg.
Washer-dryer AEG L87695WD
Diana, Moscow
I bought a machine about a year ago. For me, the main guideline was the reputation and high quality of the brand's products. I didn’t think too much about the price and took a high-class machine. Since there are five people in the family, I had to buy a large version with a maximum load of 9 kg. The first impression is too huge, later it turned out that the machine was successful. The spacious drum fits a large blanket and even thick blankets. The issue with dry cleaning disappeared immediately.
- Three drying modes save in any situation and significantly reduce the time of household chores.
- The “stain removal” mode saved my husband’s favorite snow-white blouse and jacket a couple of times.
- I use the "steam treatment" function when cleaning children's things, sometimes I refresh the linen.
- Another joy is that there is no annoying crackling and rattling during the spin cycle.
- Insignificant, but hard to get used to the inconvenient location of the powder compartments.
- Narrow cells are too crowded, sometimes granular loose powder can get into the softener cell, you have to restart the program and wash it again.
Washing machine Electrolux EWF1076GDW
Peter, Rostov-on-Don
Picked up a roomy and "smart" machine. The choice fell on the standard Electrolux. The device holds 7 kg of dry laundry and accelerates to 1000 rpm - an acceptable indicator for such a price. The washing machine includes many useful functions, such as loosening clothes, “quilt / blanket” and “steam treatment” modes. I rarely use advanced programs, since the standard “hand wash”, “daily wash” give an excellent result. The steam mode is great if you need to smooth out heavy creases.. The steam even coped with delicate curtains and kitchen curtains.
- High-quality assembly, does not irritate the ear with excessive noise.
- A convenient display shows the end of the wash and the course of the program.
- Washes even duvets and woolen blankets.
- Works well for steaming baby clothes, soft toys and bed linen.
- There is protection from curious kids.
- Inconvenient dimensions for our apartment, we had to rearrange to place the device.
- There is no automatic adjustment of the washing time depending on the filling of the drum.
- One basic white color, easily soiled glossy surface.
Comments
Terribly interesting! What does this couple look like? Beats from the nozzle, as in the commercial! Or modestly and imperceptibly fills the drum with moist warm air (steam)? Am I unlucky and mine doesn't work as it should(((?
I think it depends entirely on your machine for everyone in different ways