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I hope there are dishes in the sink when I get home from work ...

14 years ago

It's here...

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numbersjunkie
14 years ago
So cool! Let us know how you like them. I love the idea of not bending over..
Circus Peanut
14 years ago
I'm also impressed with your plumber's ability to keep his shirt tucked in ... ;-)
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beekeeperswife
Original Author
14 years ago
circuspeanut--so was my husband! Maybe because he technically isn't a "plumber" but the delivery/installer? (but probably a plumber in a former life)
Christine Clemens
14 years ago
They look great. I can't wait to see how you like them. I have to keep my existing DW for now but the next one -- drawers!
countrygal_905
14 years ago
I don't mean to steal your post, but me too...

I hope you get along great with yours--enjoy!!

I need to learn how to make my pics smaller.
sabjimata
14 years ago
Congrats!

(and country, i like the bigger sized pics...easier on my eyes ;)
gillylily
14 years ago
IT looks amazing.. I hope you have plenty of dishes to wash it in tonight

This might be a stupid question and I know you have posted the answer before,but did you have drawers before as well or a regular dw? I am asking b/c the piece of ST dw I bought for my new kitchen (actually new house so it should not be giving me a hard time) is giving me a hard time. It is a frigidaire ( I know, should have stopped right there) but it was the first vendor we visited for our new house and he basically sold us on "saving $" on appliances since we were going over-budget. Now. I am wishing I did drawers in the first place but need to wait for their tech to come out this week who hopefully will not be able to fix it (is that bad?).. Just curious if it is possible to fit into the space or if I am going to have to suck it up and deal..
nerakgg9
14 years ago
No gillylilly, I don't think it is bad at all...I hope it can't be fixed for your sake ;) I had the fisher-paykel drawers in my last house ....right now we are in a rent house...grrr...the appliances are awful..but we are also about to break ground...I enjoyed the fisher-paykel so much that I will be purchasing them again...unless DH wants to skrimp....
beekeeperswife
Original Author
14 years ago
Well, the maiden voyage is complete...very happy. Best thing was that the tops of the glasses were dry. My Bosch never could master that! AND the dishes weren't so hot at the end that I could unload it sooner than 4 hours after it finished without burning my hands!

I replaced a traditional dishwasher (Bosch) with these drawers. I was very happy--I sold my Bosch to a guy who was buying it for his nephew who just bought a row house in Philly, and didn't have one. That makes me feel happy to know it is going to be well loved.

And that Crate & Barrel sugar dispenser? Works like a charm to fill up the soap dispenser. F&P really should start making these for sale. I mean, it measures out the right amt for you in teaspoon increments, the tip is the right length. Just perfect.

And I am so happy we went this retailer. The installers were unbelievable according to my husband. They actually put in an outlet to plug the d/w into....I guess our old one was hardwired. AND they did some plumbing too. Boy, that was money well spent.

Time to start collecting dishes for the next load!
beachpea3
14 years ago
Quick Question- The drawers look great!!Are they as quiet as your Bosch was????
beekeeperswife
Original Author
14 years ago
"As quiet as the Bosch..." Well, no, BUT the Bosch was insanely quiet. I never knew it was on. All I can hear from the drawers is water swishing, so it really isn't loud at all, not like the motor running.
jemlafoy
14 years ago
Looks great! Can you share the model #/info? Also- do you find any issues with large items like cookie sheets or platters?
beekeeperswife
Original Author
14 years ago
jemlafoy--if that is directed at me....I've got no idea! I have run 1.5 loads so far. Here is the model: DD24DCHTX6 (has a water softner) But, here is a link that was very helpful:

Here is a link that might be useful: F&P discussion
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13 years ago
BKW,

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