February 10, 2012
Dishwashers Buying Guide
Greenest
Asko Designer D5893 - $1,599.00
Best Value
KitchenAid Single-Drawer Dishwasher System - $949.00
Asko Designer D3251FI - $1,299.00
Bosch Evolution 800 Series SHE98M05UC - $1,599.00
Bosch Integra 800 Series SHV98M03UC - $1,749.00
Bosch Evolution 800 Series SHE68M02UC - $1,199.00
Bosch Integra 800 Series SHV68M03UC - $1,399.00
DCS by Fisher & Paykel DishDrawer DD124 - $989.00
Kenmore Elite Single Drawer #1332 - $855.99
Viking DFUD042 - $1,199.00
Why They're Green
These Energy Star-rated models can save you 13 percent on energy and as much as 1,200 gallons of water a year. In addition, they have several cycle selections (if your dishes don't need heavy-duty washing, you can use a light or energy-saving cycle and less water) and they have air-dry features, which cut down on energy even more.
GG Fast Fact: Pre-rinsing dishes can add an additional 20 gallons per load on average. Instead of pre-rinsing, scrape food into the garbage or composter.
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