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If you are on the hunt for hand wash heating solutions, chances are you have come across choosing between going undersink or oversink. Which one should you get? Each one has its own advantages and disadvantages. It depends really on your own personal preferences. This article is written to help you end the misery of choosing the right-hand wash heater for your kitchen.
Oversink Hand Wash Heaters
This is a type of heating appliances that are specifically for heating up water for handwashing. They are usually manufactured in a neatly packaged manner. Oversink hand wash heaters are installed directly above the tap. It works by instantly heating the water that flows through it. Although the heating it can provide is adequate enough for washing your hands, it is not ideal for washing up for prolonged periods of time e.g. doing up the dishes. This is due to their inherent lack of huge water storage and generally lower heating power output.
Undersink Hand Wash Heaters
While it works under the same principles of the oversink hand wash heaters, these are designed with huge water capacity and more power to compensate for the increased water supply. Also, as they are bulkier than their oversink counterparts, they are designed in such a way that it could be integrated more neatly to your kitchen setup like for example under the sink. This is ideal if you’re the type of person who cares about maintaining the design language of your kitchen area.
Our Verdict
Generally, undersink hand wash heaters present a much better compromise. Yes, oversink are relatively cheaper and easier to install. But undersink are designed specifically to be integrated into kitchen systems. They are more well-suited to a home setting as they can provide hot water faster, cheaper, more reliable, and more efficiently compared to oversink hand wash heaters.
Perfect 50 Instant Hand Wash Heater
The Perfect 50 is an example of an undersink hand wash heater. It is the most compact undersink instant water heater in the UK. Featuring a brand new electronic control which would increase its reliability. It is designed for wash basins and smaller sinks in mind. It can easily conceal under sinks and cupboards. Its smaller size makes it ideal for installation where space is very limited. The Perfect 50 Instant Hand Wash Heater is proudly made in Europe with the highest possible standards.
Featured Product Specification
- It comes with 3 durable and flexible hoses for quick and hassle-free installation.
- British Standard Pipe Fittings.
- 3.5 litre per minute flow rate.
- Hot water output ranges from 35 to 62 degrees Celsius.
- Direct connection to the water mains supply.
- Maximum working pressure of up to 6.5 bar.
Choosing which type of hand wash heater to install doesn't have to be boring. Learning the bits and bobs and the underlying principles of how they work can be very exciting. By the way, if you have already decided on which one you're installing, visit our shop to get updated with all the cracking deals.