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  • DI 291 Dishwasher with Foldable Spines and Shot-Blasted Aluminum Moldings
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (3/26/2007)
  • Gaggenau. Decked out with a scratch- and fingerprint-resistant aluminum-behind-glass door and shot-blasted aluminum moldings, the DI 291 dishwasher features a spacious interior with foldable spines for loading flexibility; a pushbutton height-adjustable top basket; a lower basket with dividable support for glasses and stemware; two sensors to detect degree of soiling, volume of dishes, and dirt residues; and a PowerLight that projects a red dot onto the floor while on. 800-828-9165.
  • Energy Star-Compliant IGVS 669 Fully Integrated Dishwasher
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (3/26/2007)
  • Kuppersbusch. The Energy Star-compliant IGVS 669 fully integrated dishwasher from this German manufacturer features an efficient flow-through water heater plus power-saving features such as condensation drying and Eco/Saver and top-rack-only cycles. In regard to performance, it can accommodate 12 place settings, has an easily adjustable top rack, and has a special spray for the likes of baking trays. For installation ease, the rear legs can be adjusted from the front. 800-459-0844.
  • Energy Star-Qualified Architect Series Drawer Dishwasher
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (3/26/2007)
  • KitchenAid. Capable of washing two loads simultaneously at different cycle settings, these Energy Star-qualified Architect series Drawer Dishwashers are said to be ultra-quiet and efficient in that homeowners can wash small loads in a single drawer. Available in single- and double-drawer configurations in stainless steel, black, white, and panel-ready, each unit is large enough to hold an average-sized cookie sheet. 800-422-1230.
  • Energy Star-Qualified Gold Series Dishwasher
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (3/26/2007)
  • Whirlpool. Claiming hand-saving properties, this company's Energy Star-qualified Gold dishwasher with a PowerScour option is said to clean dishes with baked-on food together with delicate dishes and stemware due to 32 targeted jets that scour without necessitating pre-soaking or scrubbing. Selling points include a large-capacity slate-colored plastic tub able to hold 14 five-piece place settings, temperature and soil sensors, and an "EZ-2-Lift" adjustable top rack. 800-446-2574.
  • Energy Star-Rated Elements Dishwasher
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (3/26/2007)
  • Frigidaire. A Lowe's exclusive, the Energy Star-rated Elements boasts a new fingerprint-resistant metallic nickel finish with platinum trim said to be as durable as it is attractive. Premium features of this fully- or semi-integrated model include a tub said to hold as many as 14 place settings; technology that adjusts wash pressure to suit the job; a SpeedClean cycle; and quiet operation. 866-208-3616.
  • Energy Star-Rated Pro Dishwasher
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (3/26/2007)
  • Kenmore. Packed with the latest requisite features, the Energy Star-rated Pro dishwasher features a commercial-grade stainless steel door and an extra-large tub designed to accommodate items up to 13 inches tall in the lower rack and 11 inches up top. Smooth-glide racks, a Smartwash soil sensor, heavy-duty sound insulation, and TurboZone rotating spray jets--said to attack the toughest jobs from every angle--complete the package. 800-349-4358.
  • LDF8812 Dishwasher with Soft Touch Controls and Stainless Steel Tub
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (3/26/2007)
  • LG. Four jewel-like LED indicator lights on the door alert users as to the cycle status of the LDF8812, while the unit's soft touch controls remain out of sight on its top edge. Said to have one of the largest capacities in the market, the stainless steel tub accommodates 16 place settings. Features include noise reduction at 46 decibels, a food disposer, a soil sensor, and a half-load option for upper or lower rack. 800-243-0000.
  • Profile Dishwasher with SmartDispense Technology
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (3/26/2007)
  • GE. Engineered for convenience and efficiency, the Profile dishwasher with SmartDispense technology automatically holds and dispenses a 45-fluid-ounce bottle of liquid or gel dishwasher detergent as needed. Additional features include: noise reduction; a CleanSensor that monitors water temperature, soil levels, and load; single-rack wash selection; and an angled-rack dry system so water can drain off cups, mugs, and bowls, reducing water residue and spots. 800-626-2000.
  • Kitchen Products Review: Dishwashers
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (3/26/2007)
  • It's been 20 years since the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act established minimum efficiency standards for the dishwasher along with most other major kitchen appliances. Nearly a decade later, the EPA and DOE embraced this water- and power-guzzling appliance in their joint four-year-old Energy Star program. With its qualification rating system maintained slightly above the national level, Energy Star encourages both consumers and manufacturers to stay one step ahead of increasingly stringent regulations.
  • ElectroluxEnergy Star-qualified Icon Dishwashers
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (3/19/2007)
  • Electrolux. Whether one prefers the look of the Professional series with its industrial-style pull or the svelte handle of the understated Designer line, all Energy Star-qualified Icon dishwashers feature integrated stainless steel or custom panel-ready doors, 24-inch-tall tubs, a Smart Soil Sensor, a two-stage filtration system, and UltraQuiet Plus insulation. 877-435-3287.

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