Check where your tallest glasses, dinner plates and pans would sit. If your kitchen opens into the living area, compare the published noise figures as well as the rack layout. Installation type and door-panel compatibility also matter when replacing an integrated model.
When planning the whole kitchen, consider the space between your dishwasher, Bosch fridge or freezer and Bosch hob. Compare built-in dishwashers with freestanding dishwashers if you are still deciding on the layout.
For advice online or in-store, contact VALÀ at Triq il-Mithna, Ħal Qormi, CBD 5090, Malta: +356 2125 7000 or info@vala.mt.
How should I set the dishwasher for local water conditions?
Use the hardness of the water actually supplied to your kitchen, particularly if you have a treatment system. Set the appliance’s softener and use dishwasher salt as directed in its manual.
Why can an eco programme take longer?
Programme duration alone does not show energy use. Eco cycles balance time, temperature and water use; compare the selected model’s programme information and choose a cycle suitable for the load.