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Title: Washing machine
Post by: Nancy5 on January 17, 2013, 06:07:23 am: I want to get a new washer. Any suggestions - top or front loader??
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Post by: timandvicky1 on January 17, 2013, 08:28:59 am: I absolutely love my front loader from Samsung! Definitely would buy it again!!
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Post by: plennis on January 17, 2013, 09:43:12 am: I am a secret shopper, one of the things I have been shopping lately is washer and dryers. If I was buying a washer and or dryer right now, I would definitely go for the front loaders. They do (Usually!) bigger loads and there is less wear and tear on the clothes without the agitator in the middle of the machine. Samsung is a good model, maytag and GE, but just check the features and see what you would use or need.
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Post by: Nancy5 on January 17, 2013, 02:51:00 pm: Thanks for your help. I'm going out this weeknd for a front loader! :wave:
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Post by: ben50 on January 19, 2013, 11:02:07 am: We got a top loader, the only thing we ever had.
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Post by: masked_brown_guy on January 19, 2013, 11:06:46 am: get one that will fit your pocket book. if money is not a question then get something that will leave with some spending money. At the end of the day it just washes clothes. If you need something done delicately, then send it to the cleaners.
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Post by: pwhittle1 on January 19, 2013, 11:18:28 am: I have a top loader. Its a Roper brand which is part of Maytag. I have had it for ten years now. When I bought it I got it cheaper because it has the name Roper on it. This is what the salesmen told me. I only paid about 430.00 for it. So I have gotten my moneys worth out of it.

Check around for sales. I do like the front loaders, without the agitator. I will probably buy that next
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Post by: metsrock69 on January 19, 2013, 11:27:21 am: i have always had top loaders but always wanted a front loader. i would not go to a home improvement store for one either. i would try an appliance store. you notice hoe i am not giving anyone Free advertising.
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Post by: wildequusheart on January 19, 2013, 01:02:28 pm: I'm a big fan of front loaders, even though I don't have one right now (my family has the last washer and dryer set I bought. Long story.). Super energy efficient and cleaned great. The real trick with them is you have to leave the door open when not in use otherwise they mildew. The good news is you just need to leave the door cracked. Save the core from a toilet paper roll and pop it into the door when you're done washing, and voila! I saved a chunk of money by buying mine from ebay through a company who buys what's left of last year's models. Huge discount, same great quality, and I still got the 1 year free warranty. Happy shopping! :wave:
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Post by: landonb82 on January 19, 2013, 01:18:14 pm: I have a top and I haven't tried out a front loader before but my top washer gets the job done.
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Post by: catherinedwhite on January 19, 2013, 03:20:53 pm: I prefer a top loader, call me old fashioned. :dontknow:
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Post by: ajann1983 on January 19, 2013, 04:45:56 pm: i have a top loader. That's the only kind i have ever used. It gets the job done for me
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Post by: mperez7372 on January 19, 2013, 08:50:20 pm: My top loader washer rips big holes in all of my towels and sheets. If you want, I can wash your clothes for you!
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Post by: hvnlydevil on January 20, 2013, 04:28:09 am: We have a top loader with no agitator. I love ours! With three kids, I am constantly finding a random sock or something as I go to add to the load, so there's no way I could have a front loader.
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Post by: dbsaus1 on January 20, 2013, 05:09:51 am: After having a top loader for years, I switched to front loader. I love it.
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Post by: cwillard1 on January 20, 2013, 05:31:47 am: yep make sure you leave that front door open on the washer to get the musty smell out of your washer and clothes.
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Post by: Gerianne on January 20, 2013, 06:18:05 am: In my apartment building, our washing machines get a LOT of use. - a lot of "wear and tear".
Maintenance has bought GE,Kenmore, Whirlpool, etc.
Recently, they bought a new washer that is push button on the second floor.
I don't know what brand it is. I have heard it is user friendly! [unlike the "dial" washing machines]
We have eight washing machines in the building.
This should be the style that will last. hopefully....then, maintenance won't have to buy them as OFTEN.
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Post by: jonhall37 on January 20, 2013, 09:23:20 am: i plan on getting a front loader, once they come down in price.....
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Post by: work778 on January 20, 2013, 09:51:26 am: Front loader is the way to go. :)
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Post by: CHANEYLAKEGIRL on January 20, 2013, 02:49:32 pm: I agree, get one to fit your pocketbook. We bought a used top loader for $25 off craigs list - love it!