Photograph courtesy of Fisher & Paykel.
The Ins and Outs of Dishwasher Drawers: Remodelin
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If you ask us, double dish drawers are the ideal dishwasher—together they offer the same capacity as a standard dishwasher, but with more flexibility and opportunities for space and energy savings.
Why choose dishwasher drawers?
The interior of a 36-inch-wide dishwasher drawer.
Why choose dishwasher drawers?
Single dish drawers are a great solution for small kitchens and those with less demanding dishwashing needs. Each operates independently and when paired, they have the same capacity as a traditional 24-inch dishwasher.
Photograph courtesy of Fisher & Paykel.
Dishwasher drawers also take up a bit less space than the traditional pull-down door.
Fisher & Paykel innovated the dishwasher drawer in the mid-2000s. If the expansion of models and advancements in functionality are any indication, Fisher & Paykel doesn’t think so.
Are dishwasher drawers a new technology?
Photograph courtesy of Fisher & Paykel.
Tall dishwasher drawers can accommodate plates up to 13 inches in diameter.
Some don’t like the 13-inch limitations in height (big platters are a problem) for most dishwasher drawers. Another negative: In the early years of the dishwasher drawer, there was criticism about the repair record of Fisher & Paykel.
What are the drawbacks to dishwasher drawers?
Have a standard-size dishwasher opening? This configuration can be especially useful when a traditional dishwasher door interferes with a walkway or extends into a kitchen island.
Fisher & Paykel’s advancements in its line of dishwasher drawers include an increased interior capacity and a more flexible rack system.
Looking to maximize capacity? The Fisher & Paykel Tall Series Double DishDrawer can hold seven places settings in each drawer and has added height on the interior of the top drawer to accommodate 13-inch plates and serving platters (without affecting the drawer’s exterior dimensions).
The Fisher & Paykel Single DishDrawer is a 24-inch-wide, semi-integrated dishwasher drawer that fits seven place settings and comes in black, white, and stainless steel; $649 at AJ Madison.
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