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Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 1:26 pm
by qsducks
My lovely poc washing machine (an GE model) died 3 weeks ago...:-5 It was 2 years old...:-5 of course the warranty ran out a month before it died:-5....ok, folks, in your opinion what would you suggest...I'm looking at a front end loader...and how long have you had your model and I want opinions. If you have a GE model, don't bother.:wah:
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 1:31 pm
by along-for-the-ride

Welcome back, Duckie. So sorry about the demise of your washing machine.
My washing machine is a "Roper" brand. I've used it for several years. No frills. So far so good.
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 1:36 pm
by Rapunzel
Isn't it a pain in the butt when household appliances die? :-5
I replaced mine about a year ago with a Hotpoint which works perfectly. I had a Beko before that because it was a bit cheaper and it never worked properly! That's one brand I would never recommend! :-5
Good luck in your search for a replacement. :-6
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 1:38 pm
by Oscar Namechange
I have a marvellous washing machine, dish wasker, cooker, cleaner........ his name's Peter.
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 3:40 pm
by Odie
oscar;1211712 wrote: I have a marvellous washing machine, dish wasker, cooker, cleaner........ his name's Peter.
when can he start?:sneaky:
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 3:50 pm
by chonsigirl
I've had a Kenmore for over ten years, and a matching dryer. A workhorse, I had up to 10 loads a day for the first two years my husband was ill. Still is working great.
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 4:43 pm
by Bill Sikes
qsducks;1211704 wrote: I'm looking at a front end loader...
A front-end loader is a piece of mining machinery - are you sure you want that in your kitchen? I *know* it won't be good for your underwear.
I don't think it matters much what the brand is, as long as it's got a drum which periodically reverses when it washes - if it doesn't do this, the washing has a tendency to roll up, and not get washed or rinsed properly - and when it spins, *oh!* The *noise*!
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 8:03 pm
by kayleneaussie
our brands are probably different over here so cant help you there but my daughter has a front loader and swears by it and it saves water

Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 8:04 pm
by kayleneaussie
Bill Sikes;1211801 wrote: A front-end loader is a piece of mining machinery - are you sure you want that in your kitchen? I *know* it won't be good for your underwear.
I don't think it matters much what the brand is, as long as it's got a drum which periodically reverses when it washes - if it doesn't do this, the washing has a tendency to roll up, and not get washed or rinsed properly - and when it spins, *oh!* The *noise*!
Do you have your washing machine in the kitchen

Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 8:14 pm
by G-man
oscar;1211712 wrote: I have a marvellous washing machine, dish wasker, cooker, cleaner........ his name's Peter.
That Peter sure is a great guy... he's not a Dick at all, contrary to what I've heard from certain folks here on FG...
Sounds like you got a lemon.
You've gotta' go with the front loaders... LG is good and so is Kenmore. You might want to upgrade your old dryer, though... make it match and all.

Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2009 10:55 pm
by Victoria
I will stick with Miele. They last forever..
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 12:13 am
by Nomad
If its only 2 yrs old have you considered having a repairman look at it ? I dont even know if they have belts but maybe its something stupid like that.
You were in Ireland, did you **** any leprachauns off ?
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 7:21 am
by YZGI
Nomad;1211861 wrote: If its only 2 yrs old have you considered having a repairman look at it ? I dont even know if they have belts but maybe its something stupid like that.
You were in Ireland, did you **** any leprachauns off ?
I've just thought of a lot of 4 letter words that seem to fit into those asterisks.:yh_rotfl
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:05 am
by Imladris
Why not look on the Good Housekeeping website and see what they recommend.
GHI Accredited products :: Homes :: All About You
We've just replaced our dishwasher that died with a new one from Bosch, the repairman recommended it as it's easy to reprogramme if it goes wrong. Not the same I know but the advice my apply to washers too.
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:27 am
by qsducks
Nomad;1211861 wrote: If its only 2 yrs old have you considered having a repairman look at it ? I dont even know if they have belts but maybe its something stupid like that.
You were in Ireland, did you **** any leprachauns off ?
Eff a lephrecaun? You jest:wah: Weenies they are.
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:31 am
by qsducks
Ok, staying away from the GE's & anything that starts with the letter B...going with a whirlpool/kenmore...hunting for that for 3 days...got it for just under $450...on clearance. Of course, I have to get the flatbed truck and drive to Delaware but its tax free also...not bad.
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:33 am
by Nomad
qsducks;1212047 wrote: Ok, staying away from the GE's & anything that starts with the letter B...going with a whirlpool/kenmore...hunting for that for 3 days...got it for just under $450...on clearance. Of course, I have to get the flatbed truck and drive to Delaware but its tax free also...not bad.
Hint: If you go to Home Depot and they have the same brand as the one you bought they will beat that by 10%
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:35 am
by qsducks
Nomad;1212050 wrote: Hint: If you go to Home Depot and they have the same brand as the one you bought they will beat that by 10%
Yes and I will kill hubs today...called home depot on Sunday...they had 3 discontinued models...for under $400...sold out yesterday.:-5
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:38 am
by Nomad
qsducks;1212053 wrote: Yes and I will kill hubs today...called home depot on Sunday...they had 3 discontinued models...for under $400...sold out yesterday.:-5
That sounds like a plan. Beat him within an inch of his life while you say happy anniversary snookums.
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:41 am
by qsducks
Nomad;1212055 wrote: That sounds like a plan. Beat him within an inch of his life while you say happy anniversary snookums.
And give him dirty pants in the morning for work:yh_rotfl. Running out of socks & work pants at the mo. Yup, going down to Delaware tonight for the newest gadget. Most places I called were looking for over $800 for a front end loader...no way am I paying that...lucked out with the Sears dent & scratch dept.:wah:
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:59 am
by Nomad
qsducks;1212057 wrote: And give him dirty pants in the morning for work:yh_rotfl. Running out of socks & work pants at the mo. Yup, going down to Delaware tonight for the newest gadget. Most places I called were looking for over $800 for a front end loader...no way am I paying that...lucked out with the Sears dent & scratch dept.:wah:
You should mark his shorts with a brown indelible marker. You know just for fun.
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 9:10 am
by Kathy Ellen
I love Sear's products Ducky... I have a new Kenmore double decker...good product:-6
Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?
Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 9:29 am
by qsducks
Nomad;1212073 wrote: You should mark his shorts with a brown indelible marker. You know just for fun.
Oh yes, the undeniable skid mark:yh_rotfl
Kathy Ellen;1212088 wrote: I love Sear's products Ducky... I have a new Kenmore double decker...good product:-6
Yeah, the sears store down in Delaware couldn't be beat....at this point I don't care...the dude needs pants.:wah: