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Stackable washer and dryer

Lizzie — Fri, 09 Jan 2015 23:22:45 GMT

I need to replace a washer and am wondering if anyone has some good information on the stackables currently on the market. So many different. This is a G.E., was here when we moved in . I have a large Whirlpool that works well.

Any thoughts will be appreciated.

Thank you so much.

Re: Stackable washer and dryer

JeanLouiseFinch — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 00:30:14 GMT

I don't really know what's currently on the market. When our washer went on the fritz we replaced it with a stackable Maytag and kept the old dryer. This was probably something like 20+ years ago. Having two dryers made wash days easier and faster since drying usually takes longer than a wash load. Once you get in the groove, it moves alone like clockwork. We're still using the same system today, and that original dryer (an Amana) is close to 30 yrs. old.

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NickNack — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 00:40:48 GMT

I'll be interested in your answers to this question, too. When my washer or dryer goes out I might get a stackable.

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Lizzie — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 09:08:52 GMT

Since this is such a thrilling topic, I am bringing it to the top for everyone's enjoyment!! I had almost given up trying to find it. Search didn't help at all.

As I am so desperate I will probably continue to bug everyone til I find someone who is the next thing to an expert on stackables or "unified" as I think the term is now. However "unified " is not really a stackable as I see it.

Why does buying stuff have to be so confusing??

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151949 — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 16:06:01 GMT

i have no real knowledge on this but they always seem small to me.

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pattypeep — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 16:28:30 GMT

Did you do any searching on-line? There's a wealth of information out there on almost any topic. I was considering a stackable, too, when ours go caput, but am not there yet. Good luck in your endeavor.

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circles — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 16:35:37 GMT

My new neighbor...she lives upstairs...has a stackable....she said its old...sorry I don't know what brand...but she loves it...it does go off balance frequently causing it to move about...the washer, when running, is quiet....but the dryer is terribly noisy...not sure why...

She does stay downstairs when the machines are running in case of problems....she lives alone so its perfect for her needs...not sure how efficient it would be for a family that has lots of clothes to do...

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brii — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 16:37:18 GMT

I have full size stackable washer and dryer in my Michigan house. They are Samsung. Love them...

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Abrowneyegirl — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 16:43:13 GMT

When we were shopping for our (full size) HE washer and dryer almost everything we looked at had the option of side-by-side or stacked. NOTE: when you stack you do NOT need to purchase the base -storage drawer option that the w/d sits on. You do need to buy a stack kit (approp $50)

Re: Stackable washer and dryer

JeanLouiseFinch — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 18:56:20 GMT

On 1/10/2015 happy housewife said:
i have no real knowledge on this but they always seem small to me.

On the outside they can appear that way, but ours is full size on the inside.

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Snowpuppy — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 19:06:10 GMT

When I first relocated here a couple of years ago I lived in a new condo complex that offered GE stackables.

The capacity was decent, I could wash a set of king sheets but it wasn't the extra large capacity I have now. No way would it take a comforter/coverlet, etc. Also, the lid on the washer doesn't open as wide as a conventional top load machine. It can make bulky items tricky to load and it can be just as tricky taking out heavy items that are wet. I typically do 3-4 loads per week.

Would I buy one? Only if space was limited as it was in this condo. Otherwise I like the convenience of the large capacity top load Maytag that I have now.

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TootyJane — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 20:13:38 GMT

My son has an older (washer has an agitator) stackable in his rental apartment. Capacity is small and the agitator has ruined a couple of articles of clothing. What you end up getting will depend on the space you have to put your stackables in. I would look at front-loaders OR possibly you could consider the newer all-in-one washer-dryers. I have had my front-loader washer and dryer for about 5 years now. I chose to put them side by side and I purchased the bases (at that time they were $100 each I see the bases are a lot more now!) as they are in my garage and without the bases they were too low for me (I have chronic back pain). HTH

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nomless — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 20:18:29 GMT

I have a full-size stackable, several years old, and love it. No problems. Love how it saves space.

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nomless — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 20:18:30 GMT

I have a full-size stackable, several years old, and love it. No problems. Love how it saves space.

Re: Stackable washer and dryer

Lizzie — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 21:58:16 GMT

Thank you everyone. I appreciate your replies.

We moved here about five years ago after living in our other home for around a hundred years or so. The stackable washer and dryer were left here on the main floor which is very convenient. My larger ones were put on the lower level . The washer is now kaput. the coast of repair is equal to the cost of new!!!! It seems the design of most units has changed drastically, which is usually the case if something of mine decides to quit. Couldn't just get something equal to what I had! Oh no! That would be too easy.

The washer that is now deceased was perfect for every day. I put large items in the larger machine. I haven't called my favorite appliance store yet as I wanted to have an idea of what is available. Unless you get a person who loves his or her job, trying to find out if the store carries an item which will suit your needs can be very frustrating. So I am looking on the internet, hoping to find a washer I can use as an example in my quest. I once phoned a well known lumber store regarding an item. No one had an answer and kept sending me to another "more Knowledgeable" person. Finally the last one I spoke with referred me to an "authority". Turned out to be the first person I had talked to. This seems to happen more and more.

This is a small space so can't stack larger ones or I would be happy to do that. If I learn something "valuable" I will let you know.

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Lizzie — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 22:04:26 GMT

On 1/10/2015 TootyJane said: My son has an older (washer has an agitator) stackable in his rental apartment. Capacity is small and the agitator has ruined a couple of articles of clothing. What you end up getting will depend on the space you have to put your stackables in. I would look at front-loaders OR possibly you could consider the newer all-in-one washer-dryers. I have had my front-loader washer and dryer for about 5 years now. I chose to put them side by side and I purchased the bases (at that time they were $100 each I see the bases are a lot more now!) as they are in my garage and without the bases they were too low for me (I have chronic back pain). HTH

I just read your reply again. Too bad he has an agitator. If he had a newer model I think he would like it.

I'm glad you mentioned the front loader issue. That is another big deal.. Most of the ones I've found are top loading! This means you have to buy washer and dryer. I would buy just the washer if I could. I really don't want a top loader of the newly designed "unitized" model even if I were to buy both.

Same old story....if it ain't broke , why fix it!!!!!!!

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cater — Sun, 11 Jan 2015 01:51:18 GMT

I have a washer and dryer down in the basement (regular size) but my legs really started to give me problems. I gave up a closet on my main floor and had a stackable washer and dryer put in it. I bought a GE and I absolutely love, love it. It does not vibrate it is wonderful. I hardly hear it operating and I wash every thing in it. I will honestly say when it quits I am calling my local appliance store and telling them to load another GE on a truck and send it here. I even know which model of the GE that I would purchase. I have been using this one for at least 8 years and would not give it up.

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DiAnne — Sun, 11 Jan 2015 01:57:22 GMT

I have Whirlpool stackables. I do not have them stacked because it would block a large window that I really like in my laundry room. It is a front loader and I got them from Costco. I have been very happy with them.

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house_cat — Sun, 11 Jan 2015 18:19:20 GMT

Our Whirlpool unit is a workhorse! As far as we can tell, it's nearly 20 years old and going strong. We had a part replaced last year, but that's the only maintenance it has needed. It fits crazy-large loads of laundry for a stackable. I would most definitely recommend it.