The Nimestore home appliance specialist

The brand spaces

Each brand has its own complete page: ranges, technologies, which model to choose, maintenance, after-sales service and frequently asked questions.

Brand space · 9 pagesBoschGerman reliability and i-DOS dosingBrand space · 8 pagesSiemensPremium built-in appliances and steam cookingBrand space · 9 pagesSamsungBespoke AI, EcoBubble and large fridgesBrand space · 7 pagesLGDirect Drive motor and InstaView fridgesBrand space · 9 pagesHisenseLarge sizes, well equipped, low pricesBrand space · 9 pagesBekoThe best value for money, AutoDose and SteamCureBrand space · 9 pagesWhirlpool6th Sense, FreshCare and American expertiseBrand space · 7 pagesHaierI-Pro washing and multi-door fridges

Practical guide

Practical guideEco-cheques: which appliances and TVs can you buy with them?Since 1 June 2026, the eco-cheque list has changed for fridges, dishwashers and washer-dryers. Here's what you can buy at Nimestore with your eco-cheques, energy class by energy class.2 min read

Questions and answers

Buying guide

The right questions before buying, and our sales staff's answers.

Buying guideChoosing your washing machine well in 2026: the complete guideA washing machine runs around two hundred times a year for a dozen years or so, so it's worth choosing it well. Here, criterion by criterion, is what really matters, what is just marketing, and the models we recommend in the shop according to your budget.8 min readBuying guideTumble dryers: heat pump, real consumption and maintenanceSince July 2025, only heat pump tumble dryers have been sold in Europe. Good news for your bills, provided you understand how they work, how much they really use and how to maintain them so they stay efficient.6 min readBuying guideChoosing your dishwasher well: freestanding, integrated, 45 or 60 cmThree in four Belgians have a dishwasher, and it lasts nearly twelve years on average. Before choosing one, you need to know where it will go, how many place settings you need and what noise level you can accept. The rest, drying and options, makes the difference in price.5 min readBuying guideBuilt-in, integrated or freestanding: dishwashers, fridges and ovensWhether it's a new kitchen or a simple replacement, the question always comes up: appliance hidden behind the units or freestanding? Each option has its advantages, but built-in appliances don't forgive approximation. Here are the terms not to confuse, the standard niche sizes and the measurements to take before coming to the shop.6 min readBuying guideChoosing your fridge well in 2026: the complete guideA fridge runs day and night for thirteen years on average, so it's the kitchen appliance that deserves the most care. Format, capacity, fan cooling, crisper drawer, noise, energy label and dimensions: here is everything we check with you in the shop, with real Nimestore models at every budget.8 min readBuying guideChoosing your freezer well: upright or chest, No Frost, garageA separate freezer means the freedom to do big shops, freeze garden produce or Sunday meals. But between upright and chest, No Frost and static cooling, cellar and garage, there are a few pitfalls. Here's how to choose, with our models in the shop.5 min readBuying guideChoosing your built-in oven well: pyrolytic, steam, air fry and housingA good oven isn't judged by the number of programmes on the front. What matters: evenly distributed heat, a cleaning method that suits you, a few functions you'll actually use, and a housing of the right dimensions. Here's our method, with our ovens in the shop.5 min readBuying guideCooker hoods, cookers and range cookers: choosing them wellThe cooker hood is the most underrated appliance in the kitchen: well chosen, it keeps the air and the walls clean; badly chosen, it's noisy and nobody switches it on. Cookers and range cookers combine oven and hob in a single unit. Here's how to choose each one.5 min readBuying guideChoosing your wine cabinet well: serving, ageing, number of bottlesAn electric wine cabinet keeps your bottles at the right temperature, still and out of the light. You still need the right type: you don't keep a great Bordeaux for ten years the way you chill a rosé for the weekend.2 min readBuying guideRange cookers: the guide to choosing the heart of your kitchenA range cooker is the centrepiece of big family gatherings and keen cooks: large burners, several ovens and real style. Before you take the plunge, here are the questions to ask yourself so it's as practical as it is beautiful.2 min readBuying guideStand mixer, food processor or blender: which one to choose?A kitchen appliance that stays at the back of the cupboard is useless. The right choice starts with what you like to make: cakes and breads, soups and smoothies, grated vegetables, fresh juice. Here's how to find your way.2 min readBuying guideAir fryer, deep fryer, raclette, plancha: choosing your sociable cooking appliances wellGolden chips, a raclette with friends, pancakes on Sunday: these appliances are a pleasure and often get used. The most important thing is to choose the right size for your table.2 min readBuying guideCoffee machine: capsules, pods or bean-to-cup espresso?One coffee in the morning or six a day, a strong espresso or a large cappuccino: the right machine depends on your habits. And over a year, the price of each cup often matters more than the price of the machine.2 min readBuying guideVacuum cleaner with bag, bagless, stick or robot: the guide to choosing wellA large house with rugs, a flat with wooden floors, a cat that sheds or a child with allergies: every home has its ideal vacuum. Often, the right choice is even two appliances.2 min readBuying guideIron, steam generator or garment steamer: ironing quickly and wellNobody enjoys ironing, so you might as well do it quickly. Depending on the week's pile of laundry, the right appliance differs: a small iron, a steam generator that halves the time, or a garment steamer for the morning shirt.2 min read

Comparison

Head to head, with a clear verdict.

ComparisonWasher-dryer or washing machine plus tumble dryer: our honest opinionOne appliance that washes and dries, or two dedicated machines? The question comes up every day in the shop. The answer depends mostly on your space and how much laundry you dry. Here's the showdown, backed by the numbers, and our no-nonsense verdict.6 min readComparisonWashing machine comparison 2026: our selection by budgetWith more than eighty washing machines in stock, priced from €329.99 to nearly €1,400, we had to sort the wheat from the chaff. Here's our 2026 selection, tier by tier, with what each model does well, its limitations, and who we'd recommend it to in store.6 min readComparisonAmerican fridge or fridge-freezer: which should you choose?The American fridge-freezer is a dream: huge capacity, ice cubes on tap, a kitchen look straight out of a TV series. The fridge-freezer, on the other hand, is the sensible choice for most families. Which one is right for you? Here's the full head-to-head, and our no-nonsense verdict.5 min readComparisonInduction, ceramic or gas hob: which one should you choose?Replacing your hob is the moment to ask the right question: induction, ceramic or gas? Each has its strengths, but in 2026 induction wins in most kitchens. On condition you check two things many people forget: the electrical installation and your pans.6 min readComparisonWhich appliance brand should you choose in 2026?Twelve appliance brands share our shelves, and each has its own personality: German robustness, Korean technology, Turkish or Chinese value for money, Italian design. Here's our honest take on each, their warranties, and the brand we'd recommend for your profile.6 min read

Practical

Install, maintain and troubleshoot your appliances.

PracticalMaintaining your washing machine and dishwasher: the habits that make them lastA well-maintained washing machine or dishwasher cleans better, uses less energy, smells fresher and lasts longer. Good news: a few minutes a month is all it takes. Here are the habits, appliance by appliance, with a simple schedule to keep handy.6 min readPracticalWashing machine or dishwasher broken down: what should you check before calling customer service?A machine that shows an error code or won't drain is often less serious than it seems. Many 'breakdowns' can be fixed in ten minutes with a filter, a hose or a setting. Here's what you can check yourself, safely, and how to decide between repair and replacement.6 min readPracticalWarranty, Recupel, cancellation and after-sales service: your rights in BelgiumStatutory guarantee, manufacturer's guarantee, extended cover, Recupel, cancellation: when buying a big appliance, it's easy to mix it all up. Here, in plain language, is what Belgian law guarantees you, what the brands add, how taking back your old appliance works, and what to do if something goes wrong.7 min read

Technology

Heat pump, induction, No Frost, automatic dosing… how it works, without the jargon.

TechnologyWashing programmes explained: Eco 40-60, cotton, quick, steamThree hours to wash laundry at '40 °C' that never actually reaches 40 °C? It's the number one question in store. Yet there's real logic behind every programme. Once you understand it, you wash better, wear your clothes out less and pay less for electricity.6 min readTechnologyThe appliance glossary: 85 terms explained in plain EnglishDirect Drive, i-DOS, autoOpen dry, Low Frost, climate class... Appliances have their own jargon, and every brand adds its own trade names. Here are 85 terms we explain every day in store, sorted by theme, so you can read a product sheet like a pro.8 min readTechnologyThe appliance energy label explained: reading, comparing, calculatingSince 2021, the European energy label has changed: goodbye A+++, hello a much stricter A-to-G scale. As a result, a very good fridge can show a C. Here's how to read the label family by family, how to convert kWh into euros at Belgian prices, and how to check a model in the EPREL database.6 min read

Frequently asked questions

The questions we're asked most often in store.

Frequently asked questionsAppliances: the questions we're asked most oftenEvery day at our Temploux shop, we get the same good questions. How many litres do I need for my fridge? Can my electrical installation handle induction? Why does the Eco programme take three hours? Who should I contact if something breaks down? Here are our answers, sorted by theme.7 min read