I am IN LOVE with my new washer and dryer. After using cheap freebies given to me by my first Columbus apartment rental agreement for over 9 years (long life!!), I finally got something new and modern and just couldn't be happier with them! Our old dryer had a sharp piece of metal that used to catch and snag and leave rust stains on just about anything. The more it stained brand new baby clothes and some of Paul's favorite shirts, the stronger my case. About a month ago, Paul gave in to my pleading for a new dryer with one request - nothing too fancy or over the top. 2 days later, after HE shopped online, HE determined that we should buy both a washer and a dryer AND invest in something a bit nicer. We debated the front load vs. top load and after much research and looking for the best prices, we went with the Maytag Bravos high efficiency top load and the matching Bravos dryer with the steam option.
They were delivered yesterday afternoon (happy belated mother's day to me!!!) and after a few installation delays, I did the inaugural first load of laundry at about 8am this morning. They are wonderful. I can't even begin to name all the features that I already love. The dryer has a light you can turn on and off in the drum, they are so quiet I have to listen for the chime to know when something is done, there is a spot for fabric softener (which is a product I haven't used since I lived at home over 10 years ago!), the washer spins so good some items come out feeling about 85% dry.... I seriously could just keep going. :D Probably my favorite thing so far is the just the overall increase in capacity. My first two loads I brought fairly full baskets down and actually had to go back upstairs looking for more items to fill the space. Nice.... With our old machines, I knew that 1 full basket would fill the washer, possibly even overfill. And now I'm running around the house looking for dirty items to add. Guess I better get a bigger basket. ;)
Anyway, here are few pictures. Used my phone so not the best quality. I took better pics with our camera and more of the machines in operation. I suppose those might make it to smug mug eventually. Aren't they just beautiful?!? I love all the buttons and lights and timers.....
And now, I must go get the sheets out of the dryer and start another load. I'm actually enjoying doing laundry - at least for this weekend anyway. Hmmmm... if only I could find someone to fold and put it all away! :D
5 comments:
I AM SO JEALOUS! I am still using my Templeton Crossing washer and dryer too! They are still holding up but I long for the day that I can put more in the washer, and not have to use 2 cycles in the dryer for things to come out dry!
Very cool, pretty for April and high tech for Paul. So everybody is happy!! You will also like the lower utility bills. Of all the household chores I do, laundry is the only one I truly enjoy. MOM
Hi April, I sure enjoy seeing the twins pictures -- they are both so cute. I also really like your blog. Hope you enjoy using your new washer & dryer; they look very nice. And, you look very nice too! Have fun playing outside with the girls. They are growing so fast. Your dad also shows lots of pictures. I have many pictures on my wall at Carriage House Rehab. I have doctors appointment tomorrow and we all hope we only hear good news and I'll soon be walking again. Thanks, Aunt DeLynn
Great looking set.
Laundry is my best chore too!
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