Drum sizes available
- 7kg: a good fit for singles and couples, and for compact kitchens.
- 8kg: a popular middle size that suits most families.
- 9kg and 10kg: fewer loads for bigger households, with room for a duvet or heavy coats.
Prefer a machine you can see? Browse freestanding washing machines, or compare everything on our washing machines page. Need drying too? See built-in washer dryers.
How an integrated machine is fitted
A built-in washing machine has no finished outer casing. It slides into a housing beneath the worktop, your kitchen door is fixed to its front, and a plinth runs along the base. Once fitted, there's no appliance on view. Each model's fitting instructions explain how its door goes on.
Which spin speed suits you?
| Spin | Suits | Worth checking |
|---|
| 1200rpm | Washing that's mostly dried on the line, and a gentler spin for everyday clothes. | Clothes come out slightly wetter and take longer to dry. |
| 1400rpm | Most households; it's the usual speed for built-in machines. | The drum size and programmes, which matter more at this level. |
| 1600rpm | Households that put most washing in a dryer and want it done faster. | How loud it is at top speed, since it runs in your kitchen. |
Making the choice
Start with what you can't easily change
Compare drum size, spin and programmes as you would for any washer; integrated machines offer steam, stain and quick-wash settings too. But if you're replacing an existing built-in machine, begin with its housing and door, because they're the hardest parts to alter.
Noise in an open-plan kitchen
This machine will run where you cook, eat and often unwind. The door in front dampens some sound, but the spin is always the noisiest moment. In an open-plan room, a quieter motor and a low decibel figure are worth seeking out.
Running costs
Energy classes vary more across built-in models than you might think. Check each model's energy class and water consumption, and run everyday loads on eco to keep bills down.
Programmes
Built-in machines tend to offer similar numbers of programmes, so focus on the ones you'll use every week: a quick wash, a wool cycle, and perhaps an allergy or hygiene setting.
Before you order
- Measure the housing. Check its height, width and depth against the installation sizes on the product page.
- Check your door. Its size and weight need to suit the machine's hinges and fixings.
- Sort the supplies. Plan for a cold feed, a drain and a power point, ideally inside the neighbouring cupboard where they're easy to reach.
- Replacing a machine? Housing sizes and door fixings differ between brands, so make sure the new one works with the door you have.
The brands we sell
We sell built-in washing machines from AEG. Ranges include AEG's 7000 series and Bosch's Series 6. Door fixings differ from maker to maker, so compare them as carefully as features.
Buying a built-in washing machine from KDH Electrical
The full UK manufacturer's guarantee covers each machine, and delivery costs nothing once your order passes £600, normally within 3–7 working days. Your kitchen fitter installs a built-in machine and fixes the door to it. Within our installation area we can take away your old one for recycling, shown in the basket with its price.
If another UK retailer is cheaper for the same machine, our price match means we'll do our best to match it. Call 01622 541312 to talk it through, or visit our showroom in Rochester after ringing to check what's on display.
Built In Washing Machine: your questions answered
Will an integrated washing machine fit any kitchen unit?
It needs a housing designed for it, with the correct height, width and depth and room behind for the hoses. The installation sizes are on the product page.
Can I reuse my current kitchen door?
Frequently, but not always, because each brand uses its own door sizes and fixings. Look up the permitted door size and weight before you order.
Is integrated the same as built-in?
Yes. The two terms mean the same thing: a machine housed in a kitchen cabinet behind a matching door.
Can I swap a freestanding machine for an integrated one?
Only if you have, or create, a housing for it under the worktop, plus a kitchen door to fit to the front. The product page lists the installation sizes.
Are integrated machines quieter?
The surrounding door muffles some noise, but models vary. Compare the decibel figures on the product pages.
Which drum size should I go for?
For one or two people, 7kg; for a typical family, 8kg. Large households, or anyone washing duvets at home, should look at 9kg or 10kg.
