For many, the laundry room is the operational cleaning center of the home. Washers come in a range of different styles and designs perfect for every home. There is often a huge selection of laundry appliances and accessories from trusted brands. Choosing the right one is no small task. Thankfully, this guide will help you pick out which features or wash programs you are after.
High-Efficiency Top Load Washers
Traditional top-load washers offer great capabilities. They use less water, detergent, and energy than traditional machines. Over time, these machines also offer higher-speed spin cycles than traditional designs. As a result, your clothes will come out of the washer less wet, and they will also require less time in the dryer. These laundry appliances also offer a huge range of spin cycles and settings which is a must for clothing.
Choosing the right fit will make sure the washer complements your kitchen or utility room perfectly. The high-efficiency design offers more space than traditional top-load/front load machines, helping you wash clothes at once, this means less load of laundry for you. On the investment side of the spectrum, replacing laundry appliances to newer energy-efficient washers is a great long-term strategy for those home-owners considering selling. On the investment side of the spectrum, newer models of washers can increase the value of your home. And so, making these slight adjustments can be a big investment.
Portable Washers
High-efficiency washers and top-load washers all provide excellent washing capabilities. However, these washers may be too big if you live in a smaller house or an apartment. If you seek a washing machine, but cannot install a full-sized unit a portable washer may be worth investing in.
They feature a hose that attaches to a sink’s faucet to supply water for use. They are also typically built on rollers which allows you to store the appliance in a closet or elsewhere when it is not in use. If you require something that is cheaper, most portable washers are significantly less expensive than their full-sized counterparts. This compact design could be worth considering!
Laundry/Dryer Combination
Features a two-in-one design with the dryer stacked on top of the washer. Others can combine the washer and dryer functions in one appliance. These models take advantage of modern technology to combine these opposing functions in one machine and typically offer multiple washer and dryer cycles. This makes washing and drying your clothes an ease. They usually come in a range of sizes, colors, and styles available to suit your own home.
Laundry Pedestals And Accessories
Front-load washers and dryers often offer fast spin cycles and large bin space but it can be tough to unload your clothes from them, this can often strain your back. For easier access, it is worth investing in a laundry pedestal. Laundry pedestals are the perfect accessories if you want to raise your washer or dryer. Most will raise your appliance by 12 to 16 inches, meaning you will not have to bend down to load and unload clothes. As a bonus, most laundry pedestals feature a large drawer for storage. You can keep bleach, detergent, fabric-softener and more in the pedestal which overall helps to keep your laundry space organized.
