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Washing Machines which brand and why?

secondhand-vunderland — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 12:04:24 GMT

Sorry to totally theive your idea Lurker, and I know this is really not the most interesting of topics but my washing machine has carked it 😞 I have a budget of $650 to spend and it has to be at least 6.5-7.5 kgs. Is there anyone around who considers themselves knowledgable on this topic, or what machine to you have and what are it's pros and cons in your opinion. All advice/opinions welcome 🙂

Re: Washing Machines which brand and why?

j*oono — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 13:30:34 GMT

I can't remember how much it cost but we have an Asko and it is still great after 8 years maybe? It annoys me so much because I still always find that extra sock just after I have started it up and I can't add it.

Although I know that front loaders are more efficient (apparently), my next one will be a top loader.

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punch*drunk — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 21:23:37 GMT

I changed from a front loader back to a top loader last time. I now have F & P, my last 2 were Whirlpools and hands down the worst appliances I've ever owned. I had no end of trouble with them and was so happy the day the last one finally died and I could get rid of it. Whirlpool were difficult to deal with when I had problems too.

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purple_haize — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 21:32:21 GMT

I have always had top loaders mostly Simpson, when the last one died, we got a front loader a Bosch, best thing we ever did, front loaders wash the clothes better, cleaner and are almost dry at the end of the cycle.

Would never go back to a top loader.

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boris1gary — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 21:39:57 GMT

I'm with you purple, I have a Bosch front loader and it's wonderful, gentle on your clothes (if needed), can open it after starting for those pesky socks, lots of options as well. Don't know if you would get one for under $700 though (op), could look around if any sales are happening.

Re: Washing Machines which brand and why?

lurker17260 — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 22:02:54 GMT

It's cool

I got seduced by the idea of an agitator-less top loader. Nothing wrong with it as a washer but it is not gentler on the clothes, as I was promised, and it gets out of balance really easily.

I've only had 2 washers, one was a whirlpool which lasted 25 (or so) years, and three babies/children, and now this one.

Re: Washing Machines which brand and why?

freakiness — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 22:10:55 GMT

@j*oono wrote:
I can't remember how much it cost but we have an Asko and it is still great after 8 years maybe? It annoys me so much because I still always find that extra sock just after I have started it up and I can't add it.

Although I know that front loaders are more efficient (apparently), my next one will be a top loader.

Some of the newer ones will allow you to open within the first few minutes. I was using one that had a pause so you could throw those socks in. I can't remember the brand.

Re: Washing Machines which brand and why?

lloydslights — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 22:45:09 GMT

Any washing machine I have had was "the Bermuda triangle" for socks. They just seemed to go missing. EXCEPT the old Hoover twin-tub.

DEB

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purple_haize — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 22:52:27 GMT

I never lose any socks as I put them all in a mesh wash bag.

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katri.mcint — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 22:52:50 GMT

Hello Darlings,

I recently Bought two of these machines one for my daughter and one for me, We are very happy with our purchase so far.

http://www.appliancesonline.com.au/10kg-front-load-lg-washing-machine-wd14070sd6/

Re: Washing Machines which brand and why?

julie-in-oz2 — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 23:17:24 GMT

Fisher and Paykel 7.5kg - really happy how it doesn't leave fluff on the clothes

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ashjoma — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 00:22:22 GMT

I purchased a washing machine a couple of months ago LG WD 14022D6 7.5 kg front loader VERY happy with it 30 minute quick wash and lots of other variations, 20 minute rinse and spin Nothing I am unhappy with at all I paid extra for a replacement warranty, and being we are a family of 6 and the washing machine is used all the time, I think this is probably worth the extra . .

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catsnknots — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 00:35:30 GMT

My washing machine died recently (same week as the dishwasher ) and am on the hunt for another front loader.

I am looking at getting the same one as Ash is getting.... a friend bought it but now wants a top loader as they want a shorter cycle for their sports gear.

Front loaders are fine and if you find that lost sock just after you close the door just turn the machine off and it resets itself and you can open the door and start it up again.

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ashjoma — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 00:45:40 GMT

Well, I am thrilled with my LG.

Washes well andI usually use the 30 minute quick wash

there was a 7 kilo one, abit cheaper, but this one looked bit nicer as is seemed to have a better quality fitting around the door.

Machine will even give a quick song at the end of the cycle !!

Re: Washing Machines which brand and why?

boris1gary — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 01:10:02 GMT

My Bosch F/L has short cycle that i use for my son's protective gear and a freshen up option that's really quick as well, you don't even have to turn it off to open the door (pesky socks) just pause it, not mid cycle of course.

Re: Washing Machines which brand and why?

freakiness — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 01:56:08 GMT

I just remembered something else. We had a Samsung front loader for a while. It had too large a gap between the glass and the opening and small itmes used to find their way into the gap and not wash properly or spin. A small sock could rest under the glass piece and be wet at the end of the cycle.

Re: Washing Machines which brand and why?

k0llectable5 — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 04:28:18 GMT

Thanks so much for your replies everyone 🙂

At this stage I'm leaning towards either a F&P or an LG. It seems that every washing machine repair guy I have spoken to over the last few months (5 or 6 of em) reccommend the Fisher and Paykal for repairability. I've never owned one so am interested to hear from anyone who has one and what they think. I had an LG that lasted me over 10 years so I know they are a decent maker.

I guess it's a toss up between the LG that has LCD screen and no agitator and the F&P that has an agitator and no LCD screen...

I mean in that price range how different can the machines actually be?

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nicnacs_4u — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 05:01:51 GMT

I have had only 2 washing machines in 37+ years...firstly a hoover top loader and now a F & P top loader & I`ve had no problems with either:-)

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lind9650 — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 05:31:15 GMT

I have an LG, 7.5Kg, front loader. Four star water and energy saver.

I am very happy with the 30 minute quick wash, and I ony use cold water. It washes better than what my old toploader did, but the only trouble I have is my back when bending down to load and unload the washer.

Front loaders are great for people without back problems.

Erica

Re: Washing Machines which brand and why?

nohousework — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 05:45:21 GMT

Erica, you can get your machine put on a stand. I have one and no more bending for me.