India, Aug. 4 -- A semi-automatic washing machine has been a staple in Indian homes for a long time. Their affordability, easy of use and low water consumption has made them a staple even in small towns and cities across the country. Simply put, a lot of people have grown up seeing a semi automatic washing machine being used for doing the laundry every weekend. For this reason I believed a semi-automatic washing machine was enough for my family's laundry needs for year. But as my schedule became busier, the extra steps involved in using a semi automatic washing machine started to feel more like a chore than a money and water saving compromise. That's when I decided to upgrade to a fully automatic washing machine.

The difference was notic...