https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-washer-dryer Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:48:05 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-washer-dryer#post-366127 Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:07:54 +0000 lynn 366127@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a fairly new top loader. I didn't buy a front loader because I have a really bad back and bending over is hard. I know you can raise them up but then I would lose the space above where I hang things to dry. Mine does not have an agitator so it holds a ton but things get tangled and off balance easier then with an agitator. I also did not want to deal with the smell problem of a front loader. Not much help, huh? I would probably buy a top loader again. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-washer-dryer#post-366123 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 23:59:48 +0000 Mo 366123@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We have 10+ year old Kenmore front loader at home in CA and it works great. Not a ton of fancy features or settings, just the basic 4 or so and options for extra rinse, spin speeds, that kind of stuff. No funky odors or standing water issues. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-washer-dryer#post-366082 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 22:53:24 +0000 Anonymous 366082@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We had to replace this year, and we got a stackable Kenmore front-loading set. We're very happy with them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-washer-dryer#post-366048 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 22:14:07 +0000 Aida 366048@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a newer set (bought last year) of the front-loading Samsung, with the steam and all that jazz; they replaced a 10-year old top-loading-with-agitator set and I am very happy to have made the switch. I don't like to hand wash and run pretty much everything through the washer instead, so for me one of the biggest plusses is not having the agitator which has been a blessing for my clothes I'm sure If your current set works, fits your needs, and you aren't pining for crazy features (most of which don't get used honestly), I'd say don't replace though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-washer-dryer#post-365706 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 10:26:42 +0000 krishnidoux 365706@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Debora, you know you can buy washing machine cleaner. It comes in individual tablets that you place at the bottom of your empty washing machine for a "cleaning only" wash. It is recommended to do it once a month. </p> <p>I had the same smell problem and it took care of it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-washer-dryer#post-365663 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 03:35:05 +0000 JayS 365663@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a 5 yr. old Siemens front load washer and dryer. I think they are the same as Bosch. I love everything about them except the issue mentioned before. Water does stand in the seal. I run bleach through it every few weeks and that takes care of the problem.<br /> The thing I like most about the washer is the delicate and hand wash options. I don't hesitate to put very delicate items into it. It also senses the amount of clothes and washes accordingly..no setting load size. It uses very little water compared to a top loader. The washing cycle seems to be longer than a top loader but the dryer makes up for that. It drys amazingly fast. Good luck with your search. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-washer-dryer#post-365634 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 01:51:26 +0000 modgrl 365634@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We have Whirlpool duet front loaders. They have about a million fine adjustments for temperature, spin speed, light vs. heavy loads, etc. They are great. I don't know if they are better or worse than the old machines but I love having all of the options. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-washer-dryer#post-365610 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 01:22:07 +0000 Maya 365610@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I live in an apartment so I don't really have a choice...</p> <p>I know I'm lucky to have laundry in the building, but the machines are awful, as commercial laundry usually is. I have a front loading machine at my parents' house and I much prefer it. I feel it is gentler on my clothes. Needless to say every time I go home I have a pig pile of laundry with me. I probably do about 1/4 to 1/2 of my laundry in my <a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Laundry-Alternative-Wonderwash-SpinDryer/dp/B002C8HR9A">Wonder Wash</a> because I don't trust the commercial washers in my building with my beloved frocks and things.</p> <p>Having said that, the machine my parents had before this one was a top loader, and it was my favorite of the bunch. My parents had it since before I was born and it was great. Unfortunately appliances are intentionally not built to last anymore. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-washer-dryer#post-365588 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:49:51 +0000 Debora 365588@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I had a top loader that I used for 25 years without a single problem. I bought a Sears Kenmore front loader 5 years ago and I am not thrilled with it for multiple reasons. I have noticed that I must keep the door open at all times when it is not in use or else it gets a funky, mildewy smell to it. I think it gives my towels a funky odor too. Sometimes it leaves brownish streaks on my whites, and water remains in the rubber seal after use. It also vibrates itself across the laundry room floor if the load isn't balanced and I have to heave it back into place. I have found that Afresh tablets help to control odors and keep the machine clean. but I really wish I had done more research before buying it or had gone for a higher end model. I'll be watching this thread with interest to see if anyone else has experienced these issues. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-washer-dryer#post-365586 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:48:01 +0000 Angie 365586@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We have 12 year old front loaders (they are very small because we live in a small house - Fridgedaire) and they are fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-washer-dryer#post-365584 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:42:36 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 365584@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a front load that is about 5 years old. I do like it and think it is easier on the clothes. I believe mine is a maytag. My partner has the super deluxe Samsung with the silver technology and steam and he loves them. They hold a ton of stuff which is great when doing sheets and towels. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-washer-dryer#post-365581 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:40:44 +0000 Patty 365581@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have an 18 yr old Norge set so can't help you with anything modern but...My sister bought a new front loader and dryer(sorry don't know what kind). It was soo cool to them when they first got them that they pulled up lawn chairs in their basement and watched it like TV LOL. But she soon got disenchanted with them--said they did not clean well enuff ( her husband is a carpenter and is pretty dusty) and reverted back to her Mother in law's 20 yr old top loader washer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-washer-dryer#post-365570 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:16:38 +0000 yellowgirl 365570@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't have any adivce as my washer &amp; dryer are about 12 years old. They're still doing great, so I'm in no rush to replace, but I'm really curious to see what everyone else has found! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ot-washer-dryer#post-365568 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:07:57 +0000 cloud9 365568@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry, I know this is OT, but caring for our clothes is important, too, right? :)</p> <p>If you don't mind answering this little survey, as I am in market for a new set:<br /> 1. do you use front loader, or the new top loader with the short-agitator kind ? you like or not?<br /> 2. do you think your front loaders wash the clothes better/cleaner/less wear on the clothes?<br /> 3. what brand/model do you have?</p> <p>TIA! </p>