Mr. DD, the dryer and the Less Dry Cycle.

[peapod1980]

it's all about the spin cycle, the faster it can go, the less energy you'll spend on drying.

Take it easy, John R, I think she's married.

 

[DD]

My in-laws had to buy a new washer and dryer a couple of years ago. My father-in-law bless his heart, is a little, no make that a lot on the frugal side. My MIL stood her ground with him and they finally purchased the new appliances. I am not sure of the brand. When we all went up for a visit. He could barley contain himself. We were all marched to the laundry room to see the new machines. I'd never seen him so excited. The source of the excitement was not that they did a stellar job on the clothes, or in half the time, or that they used less energy or water! The dam* things played the "Star Spangled Banner" at the end of the cycle. :funn:

:funn: :rofl:

Good luck with the dryer, DD -

I don't think the dryer balls are for us. The dogs bark when the washer is unbalanced, so I imagine the dryer balls would be a hoot. Plus, FuzzyJr and the Labrador would think they are fun to play with and break (more) glass...

Thanks, SN. I hadn't thought about the Lab factor and the dryer balls...

front loaders are where it's at. less water usage, and they make pedestals for them that makes them easier to load but also negate being able to build a folding table above, since they'd be too high. i indeed have the bigtime tromms. i sold my house and specifically wanted a W/D set that would last me forever. RED will not make the clothes cleaner or dry faster, but will cost more. make sure you are able to place them so the doors open opposing each other so transfer from wet to dry is a snap. HD has an exchange program where for $1. they will take away your old set. of course, like any high dollar appliance, spend the money on the extended warranty.

you will not be dissapointed if you go LG.

it's all about the spin cycle, the faster it can go, the less energy you'll spend on drying.

pm me if you need more info.

But, RED makes me happy.

Ok...so he's gone to order the original one from Home Depot. Sadly, not the red one, plain white boring generic. But, at least I still might get my new vacuum!

 

[Teresa]

front loaders are where it's at. less water usage, and they make pedestals for them that makes them easier to load but also negate being able to build a folding table above, since they'd be too high. i indeed have the bigtime tromms. i sold my house and specifically wanted a W/D set that would last me forever. RED will not make the clothes cleaner or dry faster, but will cost more. make sure you are able to place them so the doors open opposing each other so transfer from wet to dry is a snap. HD has an exchange program where for $1. they will take away your old set. of course, like any high dollar appliance, spend the money on the extended warranty.

you will not be dissapointed if you go LG.

it's all about the spin cycle, the faster it can go, the less energy you'll spend on drying.

pm me if you need more info.

I'm sold! I'm not quite ready for a new washer/dryer, but when I am I'll know who to call!!!

 

[audie]

i had read in some paper about how some people with front loaders were getting a mold buildup around the door on the washer - do any of you have anything like that ? the article recommended leaving the door open so it can air dry....

 

[SGB]

Everything you ever wanted, and didn't want to know, about doing your laundry and washing machines can be found on the following message board. http://ths.gardenweb.com/forums/laundry/

You think people on SoWal are fanatical? Check out how excited these people get about their laundry.

There is quite a bit of discussion on this laundry message board about the problem with mold in the front load washers. We have front load Kenmores (Westinghouse) and occasionally there is an odor, but as long as you run a load of hot, and/or run an empty machine with dishwasher detergent now and then, it goes away.

 

[DD]

I got my vacuum cleaner!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Mango]

I got my vacuum cleaner!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:clap_1: What kind? Is it self propelled? Does it have a special filtration system? Do tell..........this is almost as exciting for me as a new iron.

BTW- you will laugh DD. I was taking clothes out of the washer and my bracelet got stuck in it. MANgo had to break out the tools, but not before laughing hysterically, having a beer, and getting the camera. I was there for 10 minutes with my arm in the washer machine. :rofl:

 

[DD]

:clap_1: What kind? Is it self propelled? Does it have a special filtration system? Do tell..........this is almost as exciting for me as a new iron.


BTW- you will laugh DD. I was taking clothes out of the washer and my bracelet got stuck in it. MANgo had to break out the tools, but not before laughing hysterically, having a beer, and getting the camera. I was there for 10 minutes with my arm in the washer machine. :rofl:

It's a Eureka. Yes, self propelled, I think. Hepa filter. It was rated in Consumer Reports as the Best Buy--and you know mr. dd, he's all about best buys! Consumer Reports is his bible!

OMG!! I can't wait to see the pic!! I coulda just re-strung it for ya, but this story is better!!

 

[Mango]

It's a Eureka. Yes, self propelled, I think. Hepa filter. It was rated in Consumer Reports as the Best Buy--and you know mr. dd, he's all about best buys! Consumer Reports is his bible!

OMG!! I can't wait to see the pic!! I coulda just re-strung it for ya, but this story is better!!

EUREKA!! Enjoy!

 

[DD]

p.s.--forgot to say it's my Valentine present.