When you need to purchase a new washing machine the first thing you will notice is that there are so many different models and makes to choose from. This means it will help you if you know what you want in your washing machine. The first thing to choose is if you want an integrated or freestanding model, then you may want to choose an "AAA" rated energy efficient model saving you water and electricity. The colour may also be important to you as well as the spin speed (the higher the spin speed the dryer the clothes and washing will be when the machine has finished washing them.