Front Loading or Top Loading Washing Machines Part 1

coin laundry Raleigh NCWhen it comes to washing machines most of us only had a top loading machine available in our homes growing up. Along with the new millennium generation front loaders came on to the market place. They have gained in popularity since the 2000’s despite some issues. Over the next couple of blog posts we will look at all of the pros and cons about both top loaders and front loading machines and see which might appeal most to you the consumer.

Front Loader or Top Loader? | Coin Laundry Raleigh NC

As with all of technology washing machines have improved and become much more streamlined over the last couple of decades. Production has improved and front loaded washer have become more affordable as well as available. Many brands are still more expensive as a front load machine but the gap has closed closer to the top load machines. Lets begin to take a look at each type of machine and touch on the reliability, pricing, capacities, noise levels, and energy comparisons.

Top Loaders | Coin Laundry Raleigh NC

The biggest advantage to buying a top loading washing machine is the price. You will find that these types of machine have the lowest pricing out there. This type of machine is preferable for small apartments, rental units, and commercially. If price is an issue for the situation then a front loader will be the best deal. Most laundromats will use this type as well.

In more recent time many manufacturers have taken the technology of the front load machines and applied it to the workings of the top load machine. If you look into the inside of some brands of top loaders you will see that the tall center agitator is gone. This means that they work similarly to a front loader. There is a learning curve however for this type of top loader. Clothes must be placed into the machine properly as sensors determine how the washer will clean the clothes. Proper time cycles must be used as well as the right detergent amounts.

Front Loaders | Coin Laundry Raleigh NC

Hot on the market today are front loading washing machines. These machines are super efficient but one drawback is most of us will need to stack the washer and dryer or place each on pedestals. If not the stress on your back may just be terribly uncomfortable. This of course can add to the overall cost of the machine. If you have a top loader you can load the laundry at waist height. With a front loader you will have to bend over a whole lot moire to transfer the laundry causing joint stress every single time you do the laundry. This is why pedestals will be important. They need to be at least  inches high to make this issue better for you.

There is a great deal to compare between the two types of washers and we hope that you will check back for our next blog post to continue the discussion. We will offer some really great information that should help you make your decision when it comes to buying a new washer.

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