washing machine?

[maki]

Started using Bosch front-load about 6 weeks ago. I decided to try front -load mainly due to its ability to kill germs feature. However, after just 1 week, it tore my DD pinafore (see link below). I was told that the uniform was delicate and should not be washed with the family clothes?! What utter rubbish as I never had this problem with top load washers which are actually harsher to our clothings. Does this mean I have to do 2 separate loads each day of 5 hrs? After 2nd opinion by a senior tech, he conceded that the drum was faulty ie \"swollen\" with sharp edges which was peculiar. Finally gave me 1-1 exchange but frankly, there is no way to tell if that was a brand new washer. To play it safe, I used nettings for some of my clothes.


Pros - saves water, cleaner, warm water kills bacteria, \"gentler\" handling

Cons - 2.5hr for full load, more electricity, cannot throw in laundry once you've started the wash cycle, low-sud powder, spare part pricier, washer pricier

http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?t=15013

[chatelaine]

Hi Sheryl


I have been using Electrolux front loader for the past 4yrs. Finds it user friendly and suits our needs. My mum used her old Electrolux for 10yrs+. I also heard front loader machine wash clothes cleaner and most importantly saves water. :love:

For every cycle, I will press on the quick wash button to cut down the washing time. Instead of washing clothes for 2hrs, it can finished washing a full load within 1hr. Usually I would let my washer rest for 2hrs before I wash another load of clothing.

It has many functions, ranging from delicate clothes to curtains and also cold or warm wash.

[mps112]

I have been using front load for the past ten years primarily becoz of the claim that it uses less water than a top loader. Just changed to a samsung 6.5kg a few months. It has a quick wash of 29min option which I always use. Thus not true that a front load takes 1-2hrs. I hv no regrets getting this one.

[csc]

sheryl:

Hi All,

I'm looking for a new washing machine. Have been using top load all this while. However I read that front load wash clothes cleaner & save water. But washing cycle is long like 1-2 hours.

I like to ask those who are using front load machine how do you wash your clothes given the long washing cycle. Imagine 5 hours a day for washing clothes for a big family. What brand are you using for front load?

Not true for the washing cycle for my Electrolux front load Washer. There are a number of functions you can choose from. So you can opt for the fast wash - 30 minutes or for 1-2 hours wash for curtains and bed sheets.

[maki]

Hi,


Bosch has quick wash function too but was advised during home demo that it’s not clean and to use the full-cycle.

The 1-hr full cycle is for half load (3kg) only. Hence for full load of 7kg and full cycle wash, the only option is 2.5hr.

Anyone used Bosch before, can share experience?

[sheryl]

I will be getting a top load washing machine as my MIL dislike front load. Really like to try out front load as it cleans better & gentle on clothes & save water. Too bad… Most probably will be getting a LG or Samsung. My LG has been with me for 10 yrs & no repair at all.

[MummyThreeStreams]

I’ve used a front load Bosch since we got our own place about 7 years ago. Yes, it can take very very very long, so I have to just time my washes accordingly. e.g. no doing laundry at 10pm (unless I choose the quick wash).

[chatelaine]

Hi csc


Maybe because different model, so wash time different.

csc:

Not true for the washing cycle for my Electrolux front load Washer. There are a number of functions you can choose from. So you can opt for the fast wash - 30 minutes or for 1-2 hours wash for curtains and bed sheets.

[duriz]

maki:

Hi,


Bosch has quick wash function too but was advised during home demo that it's not clean and to use the full-cycle.

The 1-hr full cycle is for half load (3kg) only. Hence for full load of 7kg and full cycle wash, the only option is 2.5hr.

Anyone used Bosch before, can share experience?

We use the quick wash (40mins) on our Bosch for regular/daily laundry; and only use the full cycle wash (about 2 hours) when washing bedsheets, towels and jeans.

[Piero]

I do not exactly know the difference between front load and top load washing machine. But I am using a top load washing machine for ages. I have been using my GE washing machine and I don't have any problem with it.



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