Has anyone purchased a washer/dryer set recently?
04-23-2014, 05:23 AM
#21
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I haven't bought a dryer lately but I have bought a washer. I bought a Samsung washer. It is a top loader and has no spindle in the middle. I didn't even know that Samsung made washers. I have had it for about 6 months and I love it. Bought it at Home Depot
04-23-2014, 05:52 AM
#22
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I don't need either at the moment...hopefully.....but when I do need to replace. Definitely will be a top loader again, all this extra stuff with front loaders does not appeal to me.......I wish the dryer was a top loader....bending and checking for that last thing in it some days can be trying......jmho
04-23-2014, 06:26 AM
#23
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We have a Samsung set. Top loading HE washer. Use Ecos liquid detergent from Costco, and white vinegar for natural fabric softener. When clothes are extra dirty, I use liquid Spic n Span in the little bleach compartment. Works great!
04-23-2014, 02:57 PM
#26
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I have the Kenmore top loader energy efficient washer and I love it. Have had it for 5 years now. One sensor did go out, which was not a great thing but was covered. I wanted the larger washer because I want to wash sheets and blankets at home. (Hate using the a laundromat.)
04-23-2014, 03:00 PM
#27
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Originally Posted by hopetoquilt
FYI, my front loader is more labor intensive. It needs to be drained weekly, the opening needs to be cleaned and the door for the detergent and the washer door both need to be left open whenever not in use. It also takes longer to wash clothes. Those are the down sides.
04-24-2014, 03:09 AM
#28
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I have Maytag front loaders. Love them! I use less detergent, less water, and less fabric softner. I have never been one to soak things, so I do not miss that feature. I use spot remover on my huband's things that need it. I always make sure to leave the washer door open so that I do not get the smell. I have had mine 2 years, but had Frigidaire front loaders at my previous house. They were 7 years old and never had a problem with them.
04-24-2014, 03:20 AM
#29
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I recently purchased a new washer/dryer - front loading by Amana. I love the fact that the washer only uses 9 gallons of water as opposed to the old top loader's 50 gallons per wash. Clothes come out clean and well-rinsed; they are set upon storage drawers to match. I was lucky to find the whole thing in the 'scratch and dent' room at my local P.C. Richards appliance store and paid under $1,000 for everything. I can't find a single scratch or dent! SCORE!!
04-24-2014, 08:11 AM
#30
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I don't have advice about brands, but I do know tht top loaders are far more versatile. If you forget something, you can always open a top loader and throw it in, but that's out with a front loader. Good luck in your search and research and try to find something that won't require a second mortgage to get the money to buy them. froggyintexas
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