New dishwasher questions

[lost in space]

We're looking at the Bosch 300 series after perusing Wirecutter reviews. Our first dishwasher had a hose that vented steam at the sink next to the faucets, which worked well. The current one, ten years old, vents steam out the top front of the unit, which has caused some swelling of the particle board counter substrate right above the vent, barely noticeable. None of the dishwashers we've researched had anything like the vent hose that we preferred in our first one. Does anybody know how steam from drying is handled in newer units? Or does condensation on the inner walls take care of that? Any input appreciated.

[chopper]

Get one with a food chopper.

[deckeda]

Apply some wood hardener or marine-grade paint to the particle board counter substrate so that it won't matter what type of machine you buy.

[Michael]

Here's what Bosch said in response to a question about being able to turn off heated drying (there is not heated drying in the Bosch):

A: Hi Jane, thank you for your question and interest in Model #SHXM4AY55N. This Dishwasher has our PureDry or Condensation Drying. PureDry is condensation drying which is more hygienic than conventional vented air drying, since vents often pull in dirty air from the floor, in front of or behind the dishwasher. Hot water, up to 162 degrees throughout the wash and rinse cycles heats the dishes. Hot dishes and remnant heat in the tub causes water droplets to turn to steam and evaporate. Water vapor (steam) condenses on the cool stainless steel tub walls, then rinses down the drain.

The answer was in relationship to the 100 series, but the 300 series also has the PureDry system so I'd imagine the process would be the same. It looks like condensation goes down the drain.

[Lizabeth]

Before purchasing check to see who does repair and warranty work in your area. Someone here in central VA complained after purchasing there was nobody within 100 miles that could do it.

[Racer X]

Make sure that big cardboard box gets re-used.

[Mr645]

Keep in mind the Bosch drying system takes a long time

[macphanatic]

deckeda wrote:
Apply some wood hardener or marine-grade paint to the particle board counter substrate so that it won't matter what type of machine you buy.

This.

[mattkime]

We have a bosch 300 that came with our house. Steam simply isn't a concern. It works quite well and I'd like it to last a long time - even if I'm tempted by fancier models.

[lost in space]

Many thanks, all! I think the Bosch 300 is a go.