What to look for when you choose your washer or dryer

Do you have a lot of laundry to do? Do you lead a busy life?

If you find that you spend a lot of time using your washing machine, a large capacity machine could be really beneficial. A larger capacity means you can do fewer washes, saving time, energy, water and most importantly money. Most washing machines can handle at least a 5 kg load. Capacities range from 3.5 kg to a massive 11 kg. This table will give you an indication of how much a single load will wash:

 

Do you want to save time drying your laundry,
reducing the use of tumble drying?

If you do, the spin speed of the machine you choose is very important. The faster the spin speed, the drier the clothes will be coming out of the machine, reducing drying time.

 

Do you need clothes washed in a hurry?

With some machines you can select a quick wash or a short wash programme to speed things up. They are suited to lightly soiled items, and are ideal if you need to get your clothes washed quickly. Some machines come with a quick wash as short as 14 minutes. Look out for this feature on selected products.

How to choose Washer/Dryers

Is space limited in your home?

A good way to make the best use of space in your home, would be to buy a washer dryer, instead of having a separate washing machine and tumble dryer. You will be able to wash and dry your laundry through one product with the combined features of a washing machine and a tumble dryer.

 

Do you want to save time drying your laundry,
reducing the use of tumble drying?

If you do, the spin speed of the machine you choose is very important. The faster the spin speed, the dryer the clothes will be coming out of the machine, reducing drying time.

How to choose Washing Machines

Do you want to save time drying your laundry,
reducing the use of tumble drying?

There are two main types of tumble dryers, condenser and vented. Condenser dryers can be placed anywhere in your home and feature an internal condensing system which collects moisture into an easy empty container at the top or bottom of the machine. Vented tumble dryers are generally less expensive than condensers but do require a hose vent system outside your home to prevent condensation. An alternative dryer type is the spin dryer that draws moisture away by spinning the clothes.

 

Would you like to save time and energy whilst using
your tumble dryer?

If you do, sensor drying could be a good solution for you. This function measures the amount of moisture left in your clothes and stops when they’re dry saving you time and energy while protecting your clothes.