Washing Machines

About Washing Machines?

The basic one-function design was developed in 1767 by Jacob Christian Schäffer, a German inventor. However, Nathaniel Briggs, an American, received the first license for a washing machine 30 years later. 

A washing machine does two things to laundry: (1) passes required detergent and water to clean dirty clothes, (2) brush clothes with friction from other garments, with the help of drum walls working as the washboard.

As laundry appliances like washer dryers, garment steamers, and dryers are essential in a household, modern washing machines can sometimes fulfill all these roles in one machine – a staggering advancement in technology!

Types Of Washing Machines

All kinds of washing machines fulfill a fundamental need: they clean clothing and other linen. However, the process can be tedious and, ironically, labor-intensive; as a result, there are now various types to choose from!

For landlords looking to buy several heavy-duty machines to stock apartment laundry rooms, or homeowners looking for a high-end multi-purpose machine, the options are endless:

Front-Load Washing Machine

Front-load washing machines are perfect for small spaces and to wash large heaps of dirty clothing all at once. 

If necessary, a front-load washing machine and dryer can be combined to occupy more vertical space than floor space. 

In addition, these often come with enough capacity to wash heavier objects or larger loads without compromising the machine's motor. 

As they are ideal for heavy loads, front-load machines are also the most efficient because they require less water to wash clothes.

Integrated Washing Machines

Integrated washing machines are designed with a cabinet door in front of it. Usually, this type is installed in the kitchens as it camouflages the decor and provides sturdiness.

Washer-Dryer Combo Washing Machines

This washing machine offers the most value for money and space; it is one unit appliance with a separate cabinet for dryer and washer. 

Even though the washer-dryer combo is not popular, it can be ideal for people living in small apartments or homes as they need less space.

Stackable Washing Machines

A stackable washing machine is ideal for people in need of doing laundry in a small place. Often, people stack a washer and dryer together to clean their dirty clothes without much movement. 

Secondly, a stackable washing machine is installed vertically, becoming a space-saving feature.

Portable Washing Machines

Portable washing machines are the best option for people who do not have room to fit a full-size washer in their small house or apartment. 

It's easy to move around and shift when required. An important thing to remember while using a portable washing machine is to wash a small pile of clothes at one time as it has limited capacity.

Top Load Washing Machines

All the washing machines, including fully automatic and manual, are available with a top-load specification. 

This machine is beneficial for people who do not want to crouch down to put clothes into the machine.

Semi-Automatic Washing Machines

Semi-automatic washing machines are precisely the same as the name suggests. However, it is partly automatic as people have to do certain things themselves. 

For example, drying out clothes, adding water, or adding a detergent. Moreover, these machines are always top-loading.

Fully-Automatic Washing Machines

Just by pressing a single button, a fully automatic washing machine does everything on its own. First, it consists of one tub that works as a dryer, washer, and rinses clothes. 

Secondly, these machines are available as top and front load machines, having different mechanisms and efficiencies, depending on the company.

Advantages Of Washing Machines

It may be hard to believe, but there are still some people who wash clothes manually. For those individuals, here are the perks of investing in a washing machine:

• Saves time
• Deep cleans clothes
• Saves effort
• Easy to repair
• Energy-efficient 
• Easy to operate
• Portable
• Reduces physical force
• Cost-effective

Things To Consider While Buy A Washing Machine

No one buys a washing machine without considering the following factors:

• Is it fully automatic or semi-automatic
• Spin cycle
• Efficiency 
• Load capacity
• Size
• Wash settings
• Eco-friendly
• Material 
• Color

Care And Maintenance 

Washing machines are one of the most used appliances in any household. However, people may overuse them and neglect maintenance practices until it starts to cause trouble. 

Therefore, users should care for their delicate washing machine by:

• Cleaning it daily
• Inspecting its water hoses
• Keeping it away from the wall
• Washing the lint filter
• Keeping it in airy rooms 

Practicing these things will help elongate the life of a machine and keep users from throwing money at maintenance specialists every year!