Semi Integrated Dishwasher FAQs

A semi integrated dishwasher will be installed inside a cabinet with all the venting and hinges cleverly hidden inside it. However, the controls of the semi integrated dishwasher will stay visible. This allows one to get a custom panel especially made for the controls, in order to match the look of the rest of the kitchen.

The Hafele Serene SI 02 semi integrated dishwasher is the most premium appliance for modern kitchens today. It has a highly efficient filtration system that allows for 15 % more water to circulate through the system, allowing for your dishes to come out thoroughly clean and shiny. 

This dishwasher also has an excellent 14 place setting capacity, where around 160 dishes can be washed per cycle! This is perfect for a large family of 4 to 6 people. The dishwasher also has an adjustable shelf along with a cutlery basket at the bottom. 

Furthermore, it has 6 useful washing programs such as an intensive wash, which is good for heavily stained pots and pans. There is also a 1 hour express wash as well as one program for gentle washing of glassware. 

Some things you should consider before buying a semi integrated dishwasher model are -

Installation - Since semi integrated dishwashers need to be professionally installed, it’s advisable to ask the manufacturer what are the installation responsibilities they handle. Right from choosing the design of the cabinetry and control panel you want to accounting for the costs of the purchase, it is ideal to ask these queries beforehand. 

Good Shelving System - If a dishwasher has a good shelving system, it becomes easy to operate and wash different types of utensils in one go. Hence, you should select one with adjustable racks, cutlery baskets, shelving for delicate glassware and such. 

High Load Capacity - Look for a dishwasher with a high loading capacity so that you can wash more dishes in one cycle. A 12 or 14 place setting is ideal for a family of 4 to 5 people. 

Multiple Washing Cycles - Select a dishwasher that has a number of washing programs based on your requirements. For example - Hafele semi integrated dishwashers have an intensive cleaning program meant for large pots and pans with heavy stains. If you want a program especially for safely washing glassware, we have that one too! 

The average lifespan of a dishwasher can be anything between 6 to 10 years. Yes, it is worth repairing a dishwasher but only if it is a few years old. Older dishwashers can have higher repair costs and the parts of older models may not be readily available in the market. If your dishwasher is more than a decade old, we recommend that you replace it instead of attempting a repair.