subject: Washer Dryer Combos--Great For A Limited Space [print this page] Washer Dryer Combos--Great For A Limited Space
.Washer dryer combos make effective use of the small space available in some laundry areas since only one machine is needed instead of two. These appliances combine the wash and dry operations into just one machine and thus save space. These combination machines are known as "washer dryer combos" or as "all in one washer dryers" and are designed to carry out both functions in one machine. They are roughly the size of an ordinary washing machine but some models can be as small as a compact washer. Their advantage is a saving in space required.Washer dryer combos have custom cycles, temperature and water controls and ventless drying capability. They have lower overall performance than two separate machines and are not as efficient in use. A big advantage is the compact size which allows use where two separate units cannot be fitted in. This compactness makes them popular with apartment or condo dwellers and even for use in mobile homes or RVs.Some consumers do not understand the difference between a washer dryer combo and ordinary laundry machines.Laundry equipment including washer dryers sets, laundry centers and stackable sets consist of two machines instead of one combined appliance.The main attraction is that one machine does the work of two and takes up less space.There is a certain performance disadvantage but this is outweighed by the small space occupied.They are used with satisfaction by many users who have only a small space to house them.The main advantage of the combination machine is small size. They are very suitable for condos, apartments and mobile homes which have limited laundry space available. Dryer venting is not necessary since hot air from the drier is pushed into the outer drum where moisture condenses and is drained into a plumbing fixture or the laundry sink.Casters make movement of the appliance easy and a permanent water hookup is not needed.The fairly small capacity of these machines and the necessity that the dryer does not handle a full washer load of clothes is a major disadvantage. A single washer load will need two dryer loads to dry it. Mainly resulting from the complex design washer dryer combos cannot be made highly efficient. They also consume more water and more power than an ordinary washer dryer set does.However these appliances are becoming more popular, since the small dimensions and easy portabilty outweigh the disadvantages for some users.Only a few manufacturers make them so choice is limited also.
