Laundry
From washing machines to dryers and everyday essentials, the right laundry appliances make routine chores faster, quieter, and more efficient.
Practical buying guidance helps you choose machines that suit your household size, fabric care needs, and available space.
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Laundry machines differ in capacity, noise, efficiency, and long-term reliability. The best choice depends on how often you wash, how much laundry you do, and the types of fabrics you handle most.
Energy efficiency, drum size, and cycle options matter more in daily use than extra features you rarely touch.
- Capacity: Larger drums suit families; smaller units work well for apartments.
- Energy efficiency: Efficient models reduce electricity and water use over time.
- Spin speed: Higher RPM helps clothes dry faster.
- Noise level: Important for open-plan homes or nearby bedrooms.
- Maintenance: Easy-access filters and cleaning cycles extend lifespan.
Laundry appliances by type of use
Different homes place different demands on laundry machines. These guides focus on matching the right washer or dryer to space, usage frequency, and performance needs.
When is it time to upgrade your laundry setup?
As machines age, efficiency drops and wear becomes more noticeable. Longer cycles, higher energy use, or poor drying performance are common signs that an upgrade is due.
Newer washers and dryers are quieter, gentler on fabrics, and significantly more efficient than older designs.
- Excessive vibration or unusual noise during cycles.
- Wash programs take much longer than before.
- Clothes come out wetter than expected.
- Energy or water use has increased noticeably.
- The appliance is nearing the end of its expected lifespan.
Laundry – common questions
Clear answers to common questions about choosing and using laundry appliances.
What size washing machine do I need?
Smaller households are well served by 6–7 kg machines, while families usually benefit from 8–10 kg capacity.
How much should I spend on laundry appliances?
Mid-range machines often offer the best balance of durability, efficiency, and performance for most homes.
How long do washers and dryers last?
With regular maintenance, most machines last between eight and twelve years.
Are washer–dryer combos a good choice?
They save space but usually have smaller drying capacity, making them better suited to lighter laundry loads.