Yes it’s the name no one is quite sure how to pronounce. But it is present on plenty of different appliances for the kitchen these days, so we should take a closer look to see what it has to recommend it.
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Miele has been around long enough to see the change of two centuries. Having started life back in 1899 the company has had plenty of experience in catering for different needs and requirements of growing families through the generations.
But what do they have to offer now?
What types of washing machines do they make?
To begin with they make machines that are very advanced in energy efficiency. They are all given an A+ rating, so you can use them in the safe knowledge that you aren’t draining power sources and using any more than is necessary.
While most of the range is freestanding, there are a couple of washing machines that can be built in by attaching a kitchen door to them. They also claim to make very long lasting machines – twenty years is the figure given on the website.
Why does a washing machine by this brand fit the bill?
Well they certainly have plenty to offer, as we have discovered already. In addition to the features mentioned above there are advanced programmes, stain care programmes and plenty more features in store that will make washing so much easier for you. The website will take you through all of these in the Explore section, so you can see what everything means.
The long guarantee on Miele washing machines will also provide peace of mind, and shows you how confident they are in their technology.
Is their website very informative?
One click is all it takes to reach the appropriate section for the washing machines. The big links to the main sections run along the top of the website, and just underneath those there are some other links in smaller type. Look at the one on the far left – that is ‘washers and dryers’.
This takes you to the basic introduction page for that section, and you can then go on to look at the washing machines alone. That page starts off in a strong manner by posing a question about why you should think about buying a washing machine by this brand. It points out a few basic features that are unique to all of the Miele washing machines, and then helps you some more by giving you various functions you can choose from – Explore, Choose, Buy and Owners.
Underneath this the whole range is laid out and can be viewed by moving the sliding bar along. It is then a matter of clicking on the picture of any ones that you like.
When you see a page for a specific machine, take note of those dots underneath the image. One of them will be red, and there will be some that are grey. Click on the next grey one along and you will see the image change.
The overview gives you an idea of what to expect – for example a ten year guarantee, the nature of the drum in the machine and the load capacity. The features are given in list format – just click on any of them to see that bit expand to reveal an explanation. The specifications allow you to go into more technical detail should you need to; these are quite easy to understand and give more information on the various features.
Finally you get an accessories page, although most of these seem to be kits that will enable you to stack a tumble dryer on top of the washing machine. This is obviously meant more for a utility room where you are short on floor space.
There are also liquids and detergents here that you could buy to use with your new machine. Some of these are designed for specific types of clothing.
On the right of the page there are the usual download links for the instruction and owner manuals. It is recommended that you download these before you buy the washing machine if you think you have found the one you want. You can then see how it works and what everything means.
In conclusion
Miele look set to be around for another hundred years yet, leading the way in new washing machine technology. Just imagine what they could be capable of in even ten years time. The features their washing machines boast now are good enough in themselves!