It happens that equipment fails. Or moving forces you to buy new equipment. One of the types of large household appliances that increases the level of comfortable life is washing machines. When it comes to buying a modern machine, many people wonder whether it is worth buying a washer and dryer? Let's look at all the pros and cons of this purchase.
When the question arises about purchasing durable equipment, you want it to really be that way. To do this, you can ask relatives, friends, colleagues. Perhaps one of them also suffered from this issue and found a good solution. Additionally you can read reviews from real customers, on certain models and brands.
So what are the pros of a washer and dryer?
Save time
When purchasing two separate units, the problem arises that you need to transfer the laundry from washing machine to the drying room. It takes time and effort.In the combined version, this problem does not arise.
In addition, the actual drying time is reduced. If with natural drying, the laundry dries in at least 8 hours, then electric drying takes about 2 hours (depending on the machine).
Space saving
Free-standing dryers take up as much space as the washing machine itself. Regardless of placement, horizontal or vertical, additional space will be lost. 2in1 machines have standard parameters and do not require additional manipulations in the form of repairs.
Reducing humidity in rooms
Less ironing
The steam drying mode allows you to get things dry and not wrinkled. This also reduces ironing time. In addition, this treatment allows you to preserve the presentation of items longer, reduces wear and tear and additionally treats them against harmful bacteria.
Large washing volume
Most models designed for large volumes of laundry. This not only allows you to wash a large volume of items at once. Also, it becomes possible to wash bulky items, such as:
- blankets;
- blankets;
- pillows;
- toys;
- jackets;
- coat.
Being able to dry these items quickly reduces the likelihood of mold and other problems developing on them. This also saves additional money that would otherwise be spent on dry cleaning.
Things are nicer to the touch
Hot air drying makes things nicer to the touch. Linen that is completely dry is soft and airy. This is especially noticeable on towels and terry items.
Disadvantages of a machine with a dryer
Cost
More expensive models, and, therefore, high-quality and durable, cost even more. For example, Bosch produces devices costing 90 thousand rubles.
Limited choice
Although the home appliance market is developing rapidly, there are not many
. Most appliance stores have about 50 items for this request.
Wrinkled items
If the machine does not have the "Steam" or "Ironing" function, then most likely the items will be wrinkled. And since the items will be 100% dry, the ironing process will take longer.
Maintenance costs
If the machine breaks down, the maintenance costs will be much more expensive. This is due to the complexity of the design and the lack of necessary parts. Also, the technician must have a high level of knowledge and qualifications to perform repair work. Inability to build in the machineDue to design features, manufacturers do not produce machines with drying for built-in equipment. This significantly reduces the space in the house where you can place such equipment without harming the interior.
Inability to work simultaneously
What is the advantage of a machine with drying is also its disadvantage.This helps the bedding last a long time.
Things feel nicer to the touch
Drying with hot air makes things more pleasant to the touch. Completely dried laundry is soft and airy. This is especially noticeable on towels and terry items.
- Disadvantages of a machine with drying
- Price
- All of the above advantages give rise to a big disadvantage - cost. Many washing mashines cost more than 50 thousand rubles. Even the cheapest representatives, for example, Candy, cost from 27 thousand rubles.
- More expensive models, and therefore high-quality and durable, cost even more. For example, the Bosch company produces devices costing 90 thousand rubles.
Limited choice
- Although the home appliance market is developing rapidly, there are not many
- models with built-in drying
- . Most hardware stores have about 50 items for this request.
- Crumpled things
If the machine does not have the “Steam” or “Ironing” function, then most likely the clothes will be wrinkled. And since things will be dried 100%, the ironing process increases in time.
Maintenance costs
- If the machine breaks down, the cost of servicing it will be much more expensive. This is due to the complexity of the design and the lack of necessary parts. Also, the technician must have a high level of knowledge and qualifications to carry out repair work.
- Inability to install the machine
- Due to design features, manufacturers do not produce drying machines for built-in appliances. This significantly reduces the space in the house where such equipment can be placed without harming the interior.
- Inability to work simultaneously
What is an advantage of a drying machine is also its disadvantage.If you urgently need to wash a large volume, but you can’t dry them except in a washing machine, the process may take a long time.
High consumption of resources In addition to the high water consumption (up to 130 liters per wash), the use of this device leads to high energy costs. Such an outcome is disastrous both financially and environmentally.Different volumes when washing and drying
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