If you are one of the people who doesn’t have enough space for a big and heavy dishwasher, then a portable unit is the great solution for you. They range in widths from a slim 18 inches to a maximum of about 24 inches for the “larger” portables. We should also note that they are more affordable.
The main characteristic of portable dishwashers is that they have wheels. You can roll your portable dishwasher to the storeroom if you don’t plan on using it for a while (and would rather opt for hand-washing). If you plan to move in a new home, it will be much easier to maneuver with these appliances.
Most of them has two rolling baskets which are used for storing dishes. You won’t find such bells and whistles that full-sized units have, but they will have enough settings to choose from. For example, many units have a super-powerful cycle for pots and pans. You will also find some appliances that have the option to raise the water temperature in case your hot water supply is low.
In order to succesfully use a portable dishwasher, you have to bring it over to your sink and connect the hose. This is wasy, as you can see. You only need to screw the hose to the plumbing. Check if the sink needs to be unclogged and plan your time well because you won’t be able to use the sink and the portable dishwasher at the same time. Use Liquid Plumr or Drano and they will settle things nicely. Also, be sure to rinse dishes before putting them in the machine. And it’s this action that will sucesfully prevent grime build up and clogging.
Most manufacturers on the market are offering portable models of their full-size appliances. This includes, Kenmore, GE, Maytag, Whirlpool, KitchenAid and Bosch.
If you need space, then the ability to act as a countertop will be the best feature of this appliance for you. It is possible to find compact dishwashers that are able to sit atop your existing countertop in your home. Whichever you choose, you are guaranteed to save precious space.
