I also would like to know if anyone has experienced any significant differences between front-loading clothes washers that are of American design (e.g. Whirlpool) as opposed to European design (e.g. Miele)What are the pros and cons between top loading and front loading clothes washers?
Although I have never owned one, I have been doing my own laundry in laundromats that have both machines. I find that the front loaders give a much more thorough wash than the top loaders. The reason is quite simple: top loaders just swish around the soaped water while the front loader actually tumbles the clothes time and time again into the soapy water, giving the clothes kind of a 'pounding' in the suds. This difference is especially significant since we wind up more often than not stuff our machines to capacity (or even above a lot of the time) and the clothes don't get a chance to move around. In a front loader, the water will still be moving around in and around the clothes. Unlike in regular washers where if overstuffed, the water swisher will not allow the clothes to get as clean. (And just for fun, you can watch your clothes wash in the front loaders.)
The only con with the front loaders is that once the cycle has started, you can't open it up to throw in anything you may have forgotten. Another thing is you have to be careful that your clothing doesn't get snagged in the door. Otherwise, your piece of clothing will just twist around, stuck there and not get washed properly. But hey, learn to be careful and get a better wash!
As far as American versus European, I don't know of any differences. The only thing I do know is that the ones that are both washer and dryer in one unit tend to break more easily and aren't as reliable.What are the pros and cons between top loading and front loading clothes washers?
I have owned both top and front loading washing machines (both American made - Kenmore). Although I like the top loader, I LOVE MY FRONT LOADER AND WOULD NOT TRADE IT FOR THE WORLD. It does a great job, it uses very little water and detergent....
I've owned American (Maytag, Kenmore) and European (Bosch, Miele, LG) front and top loaders. The European models I had were equipped with many more settings than the American made models were at the time. But, because I was living in Germany, the machines they make for household use over there had much smaller capacities. The biggest difference is really between top loaders and front loaders. If you do a lot of stain removal, front loaders allow you check the garments, re-treat, add laundry additives once the machine is full without it leaking out on the floor. Because I purchase a lot of vintage linens and clothing, I prefer the front loader because I often have to treat these items often during the course of laundering.
First and foremost is your back. The top loader requires a lot of bending and stooping to put clothes in and take them out.
An ideal washer and dryer would be side by side and raised so you have no bending and stooping at all.
I like the front load because you don't have the tube in the middle like top loaders. Clothes and straps get wrapped around that and sometimes ruin the clothes. Also, when the clothes are wet and have to be removed from top loader, you are pulling on your clothes and stretching them. Here is little information on top load vs. front load which I found on a website that you can enter by clicking on the link at the end of the article.
Front Load Vs Top Load Washer - Which One To Choose
Anyone who has bought a new washing machine, would, at some stage have to had picked between a front and top load washer. Some people will swear a top load is the way to go, however there are others who will chant just as hard for the front load.
Top Load Washers
The top load washer has been the market leader in terms of washing machines for many years. They are common in many households, and have been the first choice for many people purchasing a washing machine.
The top load is great for anyone who doesn鈥檛 have much time; one main advantage is that it is much quicker to wash your clothes. Your cycle will generally be finished much quicker than if it was done in a front load washer. Another main advantage is that the top load is right in front of you, and you don鈥檛 have to bend down to put your clothes in. This may be ok if you鈥檙e young and don鈥檛 have a bad back, however a lot of older people would rather not bend over when they have the choice.
Although at this point the top load seems the way to go, like anything there are some disadvantages. One is they use a lot of water, and we know that today this is a very vital factor. Water conservation is more important than ever, and if you purchase a top load, forget getting any kind of rebate from the government except for the odd one or two machines new two the market place. Another disadvantage is that they are hard on your clothes, from experience I know this, I found even after a couple of months my t-shirts were stretched and almost ready for the gym pile. You can get top loaders without the agitator but these machines do not achieve the greatest wash results.
Front Load
Front load washers were in older days used heavily in commercial businesses, however now days they are smaller, more affordable and better looking, which make them a great household washer.
The front loads main advantage is the water conversation, while the top load lacks in this category, the front load exceeds. The front load uses up to 60% less water and up to 68% less energy than conventional top loading machines, saving you on those electricity bills. As well as the water conservation front loads are much gentler on your clothes. The main reasons for this are because they have a drum with no agitator, and your clothes will not get caught and stretch.
While front loaders hit the lead with their water conservation, they fall back again with their longer wash cycles. There are models out these days with quick wash cycles; however this is only effective with lightly soiled fabrics like sheets, as heavily soiled loads will not clean properly.
The Final Verdict
So, here is the question you have been waiting for, which one really dominates? In my opinion, I have to lean towards the front load washer. I think water conservation is a big thing, and if everyone had a front load, a lot less water would be wasted washing clothes. This coupled with the fact that it is much gentler on my clothes, is enough to push me over the edge. Go the front load.
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The two biggest problems with front loaders is that the door jam gets doesn't dry all the way so you have to leave the door open so it doesn't get all moldy. It is also hard on your back if you have to do a lot of laundry.
Top loaders tend to be harder on your clothes because of the agitator. I think front loaders are less harsh on the clothes.
I would have to say I am a fan of Maytag or Whirlpool. I haven't had a good of luck with long term use of other brands. That's what I would recommend!
Front loading washers are more gentle on clothes, since they don't have that center spindle that (in my experience) always seems to get clothes tangled during washing. Front loaders are often much more energy efficient - they agitate by gravity rather than centrifugal force. Front loaders are also use much less water, since they don't have to fill up to a certain level to cover the clothing - because they tumble, everything gets saturated using less water.
I've never owned a European brand of washing machine, but I'm very pleased with my Kenmore.
Also, check with your city government's energy or conservation department. My city offers rebates on efficient appliances.
as an appliance repairman top loaders are cheaper and better to get. the repairs on top loaders are cheaper also.
front loaders have a rubber gasket on the front to hold water in the tub. that can easily be punctured by things left in clothing during wash. personally i would get one myself only because i can fix them.
Pros to front loaders
1. easier to remove clothes to your basket....
2. space saver if you purchase mountable washer/dryer..
Cons
1. if you are short you might need a stool to get to dryer...
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