Laundry Appliances - Your Personal Buying Guide
A heat pump tumble dryer will be the most expensive option to buy initially but will be the most cost-effective to use energy-wise so it’s worth considering a heat pump tumble dryer if you are going to rely on some heavy usage throughout its life. It works in a similar way to a condenser tumble dryer however instead of expelling any warm air it is then passed back through the drum to warm the clothes. In tests, it has been proven that on an average usage a condensing tumble dryer will cost you around £80 per year to run but a heat pump tumble dryer will be less than half of that cost. Heat pump tumble dryers can take longer though per cycle to get your clothes dry.
This blog is going to look at the whole range of laundry appliances including washing machines, tumble dryers and washer dryer combos giving you the best of both worlds, or does it?
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Combination Laundry Appliances Available
Let’s firstly look at the pros and cons of getting a combination appliance that features a washing machine and tumble dryer in one. The obvious plus points here are that it naturally saves space if you do not have room for two devices in your home. It’s also a really useful bit of kit if you live in a flat or in a house without a garden as how else will you get your clothes dry apart from making your flat look like a Chinese laundry? They can also save you time, of course, because there is no need to have to peg out the washing or even transfer it from one appliance to another. There are downsides though to having an all in one washing and drying appliance. They are expensive to run compared to standard washing machines and standalone tumble dryers, not a problem if you do not have an alternative and don’t have a large laundry need because the extra cost will be worth it for the convenience. However, if you have space for two separate appliances and have a requirement for more than 3 loads of washing per week then perhaps this might not be the best route for you to go down.
What are the Typical Costs of Laundry Appliances?
Concerning costs, an all-in-one washer-dryer system will typically start at around the £320 mark whereas a standalone washing machine will be more like £220 for an entry model and a tumble dryer coming in around £199 for an entry model.
There are a few different types of standalone tumble dryer to choose from and it’s worth looking at these options now as there may well be one that fits your needs more than another. The options include a vented tumble dryer, a heat pump tumble dryer, and a condensing tumble dryer, let’s look at what those words actually mean shall we?
Starting with a vented tumble dryer, this type of dryer draws air from the room in which it is based and then heats that air and blows it around the drum to dry the clothes in the machine. The water evaporates and is then removed as steam through a hose and vented outside. The key fact here is that you need either a window or a door to allow for a hose exit to remove the steam otherwise you will have major condensation issues to deal with.
If the above is not possible in your home because of the layout then why not look at a condensing tumble dryer instead. This type of tumble dryer still passes hot air through the clothes to remove the vapour but instead of venting the air it will use a heat exchanger to cool the water and then send it as a liquid and into a collection tray, much like a dehumidifier would do. This would negate the need to have a window or door open to expel the air.
The Different Types of Laundry Appliances and Other Appliances Available
A heat pump tumble dryer will be the most expensive option to buy initially but will be the most cost-effective to use energy-wise so it’s worth considering a heat pump tumble dryer if you are going to rely on some heavy usage throughout its life. It works in a similar way to a condenser tumble dryer however instead of expelling any warm air it is then passed back through the drum to warm the clothes. In tests, it has been proven that on an average usage a condensing tumble dryer will cost you around £80 per year to run but a heat pump tumble dryer will be less than half of that cost. Heat pump tumble dryers can take longer though per cycle to get your clothes dry.
One type of washing machine that is relatively unknown in the UK domestic market is a top loader washing machine. These are often seen in the USA as the standard type of washing machine there. They have larger capacities than front-loading washing machines but can be far less efficient than the standard front loader so if you do look at one of these you must go for the most energy-efficient one you can find. They also can use far greater amounts of water than a standard machine as the water must cover the whole washing load whereas in a front loader with a spinning drum you use about a third of the water. You can fit greater loads into a top loader and are popular in the USA as energy prices are cheaper than here and far less of a concern when purchasing. They also tend to take up more space in your home and it’s commonly thought that even if they have an agitator fitted to the machine a front-loading washing machine will do a much better job of cleaning your clothes than a top loader. So, in summary when looking for a laundry appliance consider if you need a two in one machine first of all, if you do not have space and do not have a large amount of weekly washing then this could be the device that would suit you. If you have a large amount of washing, such as a family of 4 or more then consider using two appliances, a washing machine, and a tumble dryer. Next, when thinking about the dryer, work out the easiest way to expel any leftover water or condensation, this should allow you to pick the right tumble dryer for you and your family.
Finally look at the usage your washing machine will be getting and consider the size of the drum needed and also the guarantee that would fit your lifestyle, remember some machines come with up to 5 years parts and labour warranties.
Consider how it will be delivered, installed and, if needed, old machines taken away and recycled.
We hope that gives you a good insight into laundry appliances in London specifically. Thanks for reading.
