Monthly Archives: September 2014

How to Get the Whitest Whites with LG Washers

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Over time, you may start to notice your white clothing, towels, sheets, and other items are starting to turn a dingy gray or even have yellowish tints to them. Before you run out and replace these items with new ones, there are several useful tips and tricks for getting the whitest whites with LG washers. Part of the cause of the discoloration of the whites could be due to the type of laundry detergent you are currently using. You should have a high-efficiency detergent with stain lifting or brightening additives.

After obtaining or confirming you have the right detergent, you will also need high efficiency bleach and a stain booster product. You do not need to use a large amount of bleach, just a small amount, to help improve the brightening effects of the laundry detergent and stain booster product. Put the whites into the LG washer and select the “Sanitary” wash cycle. Add the right amount of detergent, stain booster, and some bleach, and start the wash cycle.

After the wash cycle is completed, dry the clothes in your LG dryer on medium heat. Once dry, look at the clothing or other whites. If they still appear discolored, you can place them in a location within the home where direct sunlight comes in, or hang them outside on a laundry line if you have one. Direct sunlight helps remove stubborn discolorations, because it slowly and gradually removes colors.

For more information about LG washers and dryers, or further assistance, contact us at 800-875-1533.

Building a Laundry Room for a Stackable Washer and Dryer

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It is easy to build a laundry room in your home to accommodate a new stackable washer and dryer if you are handy with various tools and like undertaking do-it-yourself home improvement projects. The first step to building your new laundry room is obtaining the measurements of the washer and dryer, including their depth, length, and combined height, as well as the necessary clearance space required on the sides, back, and top of the stacked appliances. You do not have to worry about allowances for dryer vents, by selecting a ventless dryer.

After you have the measurements of the stackable washer and dryer, the next step is to determine where you want to install your new appliances. You can convert an existing closet or build a new enclosure. If you have an attached garage on your home that is climate controlled, you could build the laundry room in the garage.

Remember to Include Connections in Your Laundry Room Design

One essential step you do not want to overlook is the connections the washer and dryer require. You may want to consider these before selecting the location within your home to build your laundry room. The washer needs access to hot and cold water lines, a discharge drain line, and a 110 V three-prong electrical outlet. The dryer requires a special 220 V electrical outlet. It is highly recommended you obtain the services of a professional electrician to install new electrical outlets for your appliances, to ensure they satisfy current building codes.

For washer and dryer dimensions, and to order your new stackable LG washer and dryer, call us at 800-875-1533.

How to Adjust Laundry Habits for Your New LG Washer Dryer

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An all-in-one LG washer dryer requires adjusting your laundry habits to accommodate how your new laundry appliance operates. Some people make the mistake of assuming they can accomplish all of their laundry in a single day, when this is not always possible. Depending upon the number of loads you need to wash, you need to plan cycle times accordingly. Average cycle times range from 2 ½ to 3 hours per load of laundry, because each load is washed, and then dried, in the same appliance.

The easiest way to change your laundry habits is to wash one or two loads of laundry per day. You could break up the loads to fit with when you will need the clean clothes. For instance, on the weekends, wash and dry your work clothes you are going to need during the week. Then, during the week, use the delayed start-time feature on the LG washer dryer to do a load of clothes you wear on the weekends and while you are not at work: towels, sheets, or other laundry. With the delayed start, you are able to have the washer start the load before you get home from work, so the clothes are drying or have recently finished drying as you arrive home.

For assistance with features on your new LG washer dryer, or additional tips to maximum your appliance’s usage, contact us at 800-875-1533, today.

Using Laundry Products with a LG Washer and Dryer

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Most households use their LG washer and dryer to do all of their laundry, even delicates, because of the wide cycle selections available on modern laundry pairs. Front loading washers are better at removing dirt from clothing using smaller amounts of high efficiency detergent and other laundry products. For heavier soiled laundry, using an excessive amount of detergent, bleach, and stain removers above the maximum recommended amount does not provide any additional washing benefits. Instead, it can cause over-sudsing and leave a soapy residue, both inside the washer and in your clothing.

What Type of Fabric Softener Is Best for a LG Washer and Dryer?

When choosing a fabric softener to use with your LG washer and dryer, you have several different options, ranging from liquids to dryer sheets. If you use a liquid, choose a brand designed for high efficiency (HE) washers. Never use regular formulated fabric softener in a HE washer, because it leaves a residue in your clothes and in your washer. If you decide to use dryer sheets, only use one sheet for each load of clothes. Dryer sheets do create a residue over long-term continued usage inside the dryer, so you will want to make sure to clean your dryer on a regular basis to prevent this build-up.

For more laundry tips or assistance in selecting a new LG washer and dryer for your home, call us at 800-875-1533.

Treating Stubborn Laundry Stains before Washing in LG Washers

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The key to treating stubborn laundry stains is addressing them immediately. If you wait until later, the stain can set into the clothing and be more difficult to remove. Most stains are able to be removed with a little bit of care and patience. Successful stain removal starts by pretreating stains prior to washing in LG washers.

You want to blot the stain from the outside, and work inwards, to prevent making the stain bigger. Blotting should be done using a well wrung damp cloth and cold water. For thicker liquids and solids, carefully remove the excess, first, before blotting the clothing. After blotting the stain and removing as much as possible, treat the stain with a stain treatment product.

There are also several home remedies you can use, like cornstarch for oil-based stains, baking soda for grease stains, and lemon juice to remove stains from whites. It is recommended to leave home remedy stain treatments on the affected area for about 10 minutes before rinsing in cold water. For difficult oil and grease stains, you may make a paste with a small amount of cold water before applying to the stain, and leave the treatment on for up to 15 minutes.

Keep in mind, even after using a stain treatment, the stain might still be noticeable before the clothes are washed in your LG washer. After washing the clothes, inspect for stains and, if they are still present, do not put them into the dryer, as heat will set the stain in the clothing where it is even harder to remove. Instead, retreat the stain and rewash the clothing.

To learn more about LG washers and dryers, or other home laundry solutions, contact one of our professional laundry experts today at 800-875-1533.

Laundry Made Easy: Tips for Sorting and Folding

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Laundry is one of the least favorite household chores people do, and it takes up a large amount of their time. Two of the biggest time wasters are sorting and folding. The following tips can cut down on the amount of time needed for laundry and give you extra time for more enjoyable activities.

  1. Use Multiple Laundry Baskets: Sort ahead of time by using multiple laundry baskets and putting dirty clothes into the proper basket throughout the week. Then on laundry day, your clothes are already sorted and ready to go into the washer.
  2. Sort by Color, Fabric, and Soil Level: When sorting your clothes, remember the soil level, fabric, and color are all important. You would not want to wash a muddy pair of jeans in with your delicates. Certain fabrics do not wash well together, such as polyester and cotton, because synthetic fabrics tend to attract lint and dye transfers.
  3. Pretreat Laundry: As you are loading a load into your washer, verify it was sorted correctly and look for stains. Pretreat stains with an appropriate product before you wash them. Remember to check pockets for items, pants for belts, and shirts for ties.
  4. Untwist Clothing for Wrinkle Free Drying: Most modern fabrics are designed to dry wrinkle free. However, where most people tend to run into problems is taking the big ball of wet laundry and just tossing it into the dryer. Instead, take the time to shake the clothing free as you load the dryer, and you will not have to worry about ironing, later.
  5. Fold and Hang Clothes Right Away: When clothes first come out of the dryer, there is still enough warmth in them to remove any wrinkles by smoothing them as you fold and hang your clothes. If you forget and leave the clothes in the dryer, be prepared to get out your iron and ironing board.

Feel free to contact us at 800-875-1533 for more information about innovative washers and dryers to help make laundry day easier.

Ways to Save on Laundry Detergent and Supplies

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Part of doing laundry is investing in laundry detergent, fabric softener, bleach, and other laundry aids. But are all of these products really necessary to get your clothes clean? And how can you reduce the costs to get more bang for your buck? The first thing to consider in reducing laundry costs is your type of washer and dryer. Are they high efficiency and energy efficient, like a LG washer dryer combo? If they are, this means the machines can use specially concentrated detergent, fabric softener, and bleach formulas.

The next way to lower laundry expenses is to consider your laundry needs. How dirty are your clothes? Lightly soiled clothes from normal wear do not require special detergents with heavy-duty stain removal products. If you have varying levels of soiled laundry loads, purchase a basic detergent for lightly soiled loads, and another detergent for heavily soiled loads. If you have a baby in the home, you do not have to spend more on laundry detergent for babies, unless your baby has allergies, or it is recommended by your pediatrician. Instead, you can use any brand of detergent that is dye free and fragrance free to launder you baby’s clothes.

The best way to save money on laundry detergent is to take advantage of store sales and coupons. Most stores run their detergent and laundry supplies sales based upon the coupons in the Sunday paper. Some stores even allow you to stack manufacturer coupons with store or competitor coupons, for even more savings.

For more information about energy-efficient and high-efficiency LG washer dryer combo models to help reduce your laundry costs, contact us at 800-875-1533.