A washing machine is among the most used household appliances and let’s be honest, it is also among the most ignored one! We keep overloading our machines everyday with clothes and then complain that the garments are not getting cleaned properly. But ever thought why is it happening? If the capacity of your machine is 6 kg, and you are stuffing over 20 clothes in one go, it won’t clean for sure! All machines come with their capacity labels. It can be 6 kg, 6.5 kg, 8 kg and 10 kg or more. This number refers to the maximum dry clothes the machine is capable of washing effectively in one cycle. It is important to understand that the machine doesn’t work on how much volume the drum can hold. A practical rule is to load dry clothes so they fill about 70–80 % of the drum. The clothes should be enough to allow tumbling and water circulation. Overstuffing may leave clothes uncleaned.Let’s have a look at how much clothes your machine can handle6–7 kg Washing Machines (around 20 clothes per load)If the capacity of your machine is 6-7 kg, you can put around 20 (small to mid-sized) clothes. According to appliance guides, these machines can manage around small articles of clothing in a single wash.For example, you can wash:2 shirts2 pants/jeans2 light towels2 pillowcases1 bedsheetOverloading can hamper washing performance as clothes need room to move and wash. 7–8 kg Washing Machines (Around 30 clothes per load)
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If you have a 7–8 kg washer, you can easily wash 30 to 40 items, depending on garment type. For example, you can wash:3 shirts3 jeans/pants3 towels3 pillowcases2 bedsheetsDo not overcrowd your machine as it will only add to the drum. 8–9 kg Washing Machines (about 40 Clothes Per Load)
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The bigger machines are capable of handling bigger numbers. A machine with a capacity of 8–9 kg is a perfect choice for bigger families. These machines can easily wash around 40 items in one go. 10 kg+ Washing Machines (about 50 Clothes Per Load)The 10 kg+ models are ideal for larger families with 5+ members or homes with diverse laundry needs. These can easily wash linens, heavy fabrics, and bulkier textiles. These machines can wash over 50 items in a single cycle.You can easily wash:4 shirts4 pants/jeans4 light towels4 pillowcases3 bedsheetsThis capacity is ideal for washing substantial items like huge bedsheets or heavy towels.
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We generally end up overloading our machines. But understand, even if it seems like you can fit more, it is important to leave space for clothes to move for better cleaning and rinsing.Understanding the capacity of your washing machine is crucial in terms of appropriate cleaning and item counts helps in cleaning the clothes efficiently. Therefore choosing the right capacity can save time and energy.
