A washer dryer removes the need for a separate washing machine and tumble dryer as they are essentially two appliances in one. They’re a convenient choice in households with limited space, they take up around the same amount of space as a standard washing machine. They’re the perfect choice for anyone living in smaller spaces such as apartments.
If you’re living in a small space but wish to have the convenience of both a washing machine and a tumble dryer, then a washer dryer is the perfect solution. You don’t have to choose between either appliance or have two separate appliances. Laundry can easily be dried, even when the weather isn’t on your side.
Washer dryers will typically have a larger washing capacity than drying capacity. It’s important that you pay attention to the capacity of your particular appliance. If you are only going to be using it for washing, then you can load the machine to capacity. However, if you wish to also dry your laundry, then your load should be significantly less, otherwise you will be left with wet clothes.
Washer dryers can be kept wherever you would usually keep your washing machine or tumble dryer. Most households choose to keep their washer dryer in the kitchen or a utility room. Wherever you choose to place your washer dryer, you’ll need to ensure that it can be plumbed in. You’ll also need an electricity source nearby.
It’s important to make sure that you are leaving enough space around the appliance to enable safe operation, easy maintenance and proper ventilation. You can find out the ideal clearance recommendations for your particular appliance in the user manual.
Tumble dryers and washer dryers are similar, but each has different features that may make one more suitable than the other in different situations.
A tumble dryer is designed exclusively for drying laundry. As a result, they tend to be more efficient and energy conscious than washer dryers. You will find that tumble dryers typically have a larger capacity meaning you can dry bulkier loads quickly. A tumble dryer will require separate installation alongside a washing machine to enable you to wash and dry your clothes as required.
A washer dryer removes the need for a separate dryer providing both washing and drying capacity in a single machine. They're a convenient safe saving solution for smaller living spaces. Washer dryers are less efficient at drying than tumble dryers and may take longer to dry clothes. The drying capacity of a washer dryer is also smaller compared to standalone tumble dryers which will usually have a larger drum.
