Like this? Does it wash clothes well?
Posted on 01/29/2014 7:47:36 PM PST by servo1969
I'm planning on buying a new washer and dryer in the next few months and my wife has always wanted a front loading washer.
Everyone I talk to including my mother, my sister and my best friend's wife tells me whatever I do DO NOT get a front loading washing machine.
I have been told they get mildew-y, they leak, they tear up easily and that they just don't clean your clothes as well as a good top loader.
All my washers to date have been top loaders and, excluding a part here or there, have each lasted more than a decade. I have never paid to have a washer repaired because I do the work myself. This has made me pretty familiar with their inner workings but I've never owned a front loader and have no personal experience with them.
So, my question is to anyone who owns or has owned a front loading washer. Are they really as bad as people say? Because the impression I keep getting is that they start out fine but end up being way more trouble than they are worth.
We have a Frigidaire for over 5 years without a problem. As for mildew, just leave the door open.
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we’ve got a Frigidaire..
We like it just fine. Wipe the seal down when done and prop the door. Every 6 months the wife runs some sort of “cleaner” through it.
i know i have 8 more than i need after i give you a two thubs up
They make it easier for little children to get a good bath.
works good for animals too ;)
Had mine for 7 year and I love it (well, as much as one can love an appliance)
Got a Whirlpool as the LE were to tall to fit in my basement. (Space issues, have to stack washer & dryer)
Do a load a day, for over 7 year. Had to get it serviced one time. Change from hubby’s pockets finally blocked the drain. Do a better job of pocket screening now.
Like this? Does it wash clothes well?
Many of the new top loaders do not have agitators.
They’re fine. Bought one a few years ago. The only problem I had was once I must have closed the door on some clothes and it tore the rubber gasket around the door. Costs a few hundred bucks to get fixed.
The design of all front loaders lends itself to trapped moisture, which is aggravated by the tight seal; the drain engineering and and dark interior (as opposed to top loaders) create a good environment for mold. Warm weather, use of too much or improper detergent and leaving a load in too long after the cycle will increase the chances that you'll get mold/mildew.
Don't worry if it happens, it's easy to fix.
The very simple solution is to order a bottle of Smelly Washer Cleaner. I have no connection to this company other than that I bought their product and it works. They also make a product for towel odor problems (from leaving them in the washer too long) and it works as well.
I bought a bottle about 2 years ago ($14.00 ?) and still have plenty left. Leave the door open on the washer so that the inside can dry out, use a little SWC, and you'll be fine.
It's worth noting that the front loader gets more speed on the spin cycle (horizontal shaft, as opposed to vertical) for better wringing and therefore less drying; it uses very little water and if you follow the directions you spend very little on detergent.
Knowing what I know, I'd buy another, and can vouch for the Whirlpool Duet.
Well, I remember my mother’s old Bendix, but that was 60 years ago.....yes, they were front load.
I now have the most popular washer in the Philippines. It is quite mobile, uses no electricity, hard working, and never breaks down. It is called a “Filipina”. :)
I try to switch it off, but it just keeps running and running, as long as it can find something to wash.
screw that
I was just noting the other day that my clothes never have a sour smell since we changed to the front loader. Had that problem frequently with our top loader.
When I first married I used front loaders at the laundromat, my clothes were never as bright and clean using them. The clothes were dingy.
I was so happy when we were able to buy a washer and dryer! I will never have a machine without an agitator again, even if I need to rummage junk yards.
Never, ever had a mildew problem with mine like others have.
But I do a load a day and a white/hot water/bleach load once a month and i do an occasional machine cleaning cycle, also with bleach.
I can also fit 20 large bath towels in my front loader, so it can wash more than even the biggest top loaders which is one reason we bought the model we have. Its a whirlpool
Washing machine Vs. Rock
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDsuZkQ9vgM
Funny version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Obo42uQ564
See my reply #50 re: the mold issue.
I am happy with the front loading LG washer and drier that came with my new house. Dampness was an issue but figured about leaving the door open. It does a great job at washing.
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