While most people have both washers and dryers, it's really an interesting idea of having a single appliance to get your clothes clean. Think about how much space you're saving! We think that this one appliance combination is perfect to put into your kitchen!
We understand that not everyone likes the idea of putting a washing machine in your kitchen, but when space is a premium, this is an interesting solution. That extra space in the hamper could be turned into a small office.
That's one of the reasons why we like integrated washers and dryers. A lot of different manufacturers make them, from AEG, to Smeg, and to Bosch. When you don't want a built-in model, we really like the features of the Bosch WVD2452BGB Exxcel. It's available for about $640 and has got a lot of different features, plus it looks pretty awesome in that black finishing trim.
The Teka LSI 1260S is also an interesting model. It's got a digital display and electronic controls, just like the Bosch. There are a bunch of smart programs that will let you save as much money as possible while cleaning your clothes. It sells for around $895. Most models that we've found cost between $400-670, making them relevant for anyone wanting the extra space.
[Teka washer dryer via Appliancist]
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Comments (5)
I use one from LG. It's interesting. Good for small loads. Definitely does cut down on the water and electric bill. It's neat to set it to run while I'm at work and finish up a little after I get home. Takes some getting used to, though. I do more ironing than I would prefer. I can cut down on that by hanging clothes immediately upon removal so they can finish drying.
I also learned how to repair the dang thing... check your pockets carefully. Nothing like having to open up the water pump and extract tiny objects from the impeller housing.
I've always heard that these machines take about a day to wash a single outfit. Fact or Fiction?
Also, the specs say that it's capacity is:
washing: 5kg
drying: 2.5kg
So, does that mean you have to remove half the load in order for it to dry successfully after a wash?
I would think the draw would be to toss dirty clothes in, and take out clean DRY ones... right?
Anyone ever used one of these for a household? I would think having kids would make this irrelevant because it's hand to have loads washing and drying simultaneously.
I have an LG model too, although it was a lot more than the washer/dryers listed above. Mine has a line that indicates how full it can be for drying, and I usually just do loads that size so I can leave them in for drying.
The LG also has a time delay so you can put a load in at night or in the morning and have it timed to be done when you wake up or get home from work. It's very convenient.
i have a haire model that's been working pretty well for me the last 2 1/2 years. a complete wash and dry cycle is about 3 hours. if i'm home, i'll do the wash and dry cycles separately so that i can do bigger loads. for some reason more water is used when the wash cycle is used by itself.
clothes will come out wrinkled, but most of the clothes i have to iron on a regular basis are sent to the dry cleaners.
i recommend these units, especially if you have a micro sized home like mine.