Monthly Archives: October 2014

How to Correctly Match Washer and Dryer Sets

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Any time you are shopping for new washer and dryer sets, you need to make sure you correctly match laundry pairs. Both washers and dryers have maximum capacities. Where many people go wrong is purchasing an extra-large capacity washer and not matching the dryer to it. For instance, if the washer’s capacity is 25 pounds of clothes, but the dyer’s capacity is only 16 pounds of clothes, it is a waste of money. For every 25 pounds of clothes washed, you end up having to split them to accommodate the dryer and to run two drying cycles. It makes more sense to ensure that the capacity of the washer and the dryer match each other. It is okay if the dryer is slightly larger than the washer, like if you find a dryer with a capacity for 18 pounds of clothing, and a washer with a capacity for 16 pounds of clothing.

In addition to matching the laundry capacities with washer and dryer sets, you need to look at washer models that extract the most water. Washers with higher rpm speeds are better than those with lower rpm speeds. The faster the washer spins during spin cycles, the more water is removed, and the less time and energy is needed to fully dry the clothes. Washers with rpm speeds of at least 1,000 are ideal. Just remember, if you are looking at a large or extra-large capacity washer, the rpm speed should be higher, to accommodate the additional weight of the clothing.

3 Tips for Making Laundry Easier with Your LG Washer

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Doing laundry is a household chore most people dislike the most because of the amount of time involved. You better utilize your laundry time and get the most of your LG washer and dryer by following these helpful tips:

  1. Sort your clothes throughout the week. Instead of piling clothes into one laundry basket and spending time sorting them on laundry day, use multiple laundry baskets for your dirty laundry — like whites, lights, darks, and delicates.
  2. Pretreat stains when you notice them. Not only is this better for your clothes, it will save you time, later. Some people wait until laundry day to pretreat stains on their dirty clothes. This requires going through every single piece of clothing and trying to remember which ones had stains on them, wasting time.
  3. On laundry day, your first load should be the one you dislike the most. For instance, some people dread having to fold socks and t-shirts. If you wait and put this off until the last load, what ends up happening is the load often gets forgotten in the LG washer or the dryer. By tackling your least liked load first, you get it out of the way. Make the last load of clothes the one you like the most, like jeans or dress pants, since these do not require much effort to wash, dry, fold, or hang up.

To learn more about LG washers and dryers and other laundry tips, contact one of our laundry technicians at 800-875-1533.

Get Wrinkle-Free Clothes with an LG Dryer

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An LG dryer includes several different drying options to ensure your clothes come out wrinkle free. You need to make sure to choose the best setting on the dryer which matches the load of wet laundry, including delicates, sportswear, wool, bulky items, cotton, mixed fabrics, quick dry, and manual dry settings. It is recommended to presort your clothes into their appropriate types prior to washing, such as sorting jeans from shirts, as well as lights, whites, and darks. For mixed loads, you can either use the mixed fabrics setting on the ventless dryer, or sort the wet clothes and dry them using the most appropriate setting.

Use the Radiant Heat from Your LG Dryer for Smooth Clothes

Once the drying cycle on the LG dryer has completed, you should remove the clothes immediately. The best way to fold clothes is to have a flat top laundry table, if you have a stackable LG washer and dryer, or use the top of the laundry appliances if they are installed side-by-side. The heat left in the clothing can be used to smooth out the fabrics and remove any remaining wrinkles, so you do not have to worry about ironing the clothes later. If you are putting the clothing on hangers, such as with dress shirts or dress pants, smooth out wrinkles first by laying them on the flat surface, and then put them on the hanger.

For more information about an LG dryer or washer, feel free to browse our website or contact us directly by calling 800-875-1533.

How to Spice Up Laundry Day with an LG Washer Dryer Combo

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Doing laundry does not have to be a major chore taking up your entire day. There are several things you can do to make the hours pass more quickly and ensure you maximize your time. Before starting a load of laundry in your LG washer dryer combo, plan out what you want to do while the cycle runs. Since the combination washer dryer washes and dries your clothes in the same appliance, you will have between 2 ½ and 3 hours per cycle. During this time, you could complete other household chores, such as running the vacuum, dusting, washing dishes, or running errands.

While you are doing laundry in your LG washer dryer combo and completing other household chores, listening to your favorite music helps keep you motivated and focused on what you need to get done. You could also turn on the television and listen to your local news and weather in the background. If you have children at home, and they are old enough to help with chores, involve them in the laundry and cleaning activities by engaging them in various games. For example, you can have them help sort clothes by placing their clothing into individual stacks of the same colors, and reward them with a treat for correctly color matching all of the clothes.

To learn more about LG washer dryer combos or other laundry solutions for your home, contact one of our laundry professionals at 800-875-1533.

Get Higher Rental Rates for Your Apartments by Installing a Stacked Washer Dryer

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Installing a stacked washer dryer in your apartments without existing laundry connections is not difficult or expensive. The long-term benefits far outweigh the initial investment in washers and dryers, as you are able to ask for higher monthly rents from your tenants. In addition, tenants are more likely to renew their leases when their apartment includes in-unit laundry.

The first thing you need to decide is where to install the stacked washer dryer. You could convert an existing utility closet or pantry, or install the washer and dryer in the kitchen, if there is sufficient room. You will have to tap into existing hot and cold water lines and discharge drain lines for the washer connections. In order to avoid the hassles of venting the dryer, you should select a ventless model. Ventless stand-alone dryers only need access to a 220 V electrical outlet.

If your maintenance technician is certified to do plumbing and electrical work, they should be able to handle tapping the water and drain lines, and installing the 220 V electrical outlets. Otherwise, you will want to retain the services of a qualified contractor to do this work in your apartments. Once the washer and dryer connections are installed, you are ready to start installing the laundry pairs in your apartments. The dryer is always stacked on top of the washer, and it requires a stacking kit to secure it in place.

For more information about stacked washer dryer models and accessories, or to order laundry pairs for your apartments, contact us today at 800-875-1533.

Maximize Limited Square Footage with a Compact Washer and Dryer

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Optimizing limited square footage in your home to include access to in-home laundry is easier to manage by installing compact washer and dryer models. These models are single unit appliances which combine the washing and drying functions in one machine. Since you only have to worry about finding space in your home for one appliance, it gives you greater flexibility where it can be installed in the home. A combination washer dryer does not require a dryer vent, since it uses ventless drying technologies to dry the clothes. The only connections required for installation are access to a standard 3-prong 110 V outlet, hot and cold water, and a discharge drain.

You have the option of tapping existing water and drain lines, if your home does not already have existing washer connections, or of converting the compact washer and dryer into a portable unit with a wheel kit and kitchen sink conversion kit. If you decide to tap water and drain lines, consider installing the combination washer dryer in an area in the home where these lines are easily accessible, such as in the kitchen or in one of your bathrooms. You are able to install the compact appliance under the countertop in either location by removing existing under counter cabinets, to maximize the limited space in your home.

To learn more about washer dryer combos, or assistance in selecting a model for your home, call 800-875-1533 now to speak to one of our experienced laundry technicians.

Eliminate Vented Drying Hazards with a New Ventless Dryer

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Vented dryers pose safety risks and hazards for households, apartment communities, and condominiums. The problem with vented drying is because the dryer vent can become clogged with lint and other debris, blocking the dryer’s exhaust air from reaching the outdoors. As a result, the blocked heated air continues to heat the lint and other debris, until it reaches combustible temperatures and starts a fire. Another safety concern with blocked dryer vents is carbon monoxide being vented back into the home, as is common with gas dryers. These safety and hazard risks are easily eliminated with a new ventless dryer.

Why a Ventless Dryer Is Safer for Your Home

A ventless dryer does not require a dryer vent in order to exhaust heated air. Instead, the air is recirculated inside the dryer, using either air-to-air condensation drying or cold water condensation drying. All lint from the clothing is collected in a lint screen within the dryer. You do not have to worry about lint buildup in dryer vents, vents becoming blocked, carbon monoxide, or fires.

Air-to-air condensation drying uses two independent air circulation systems. One system heats the air and cycles it through a condenser, while the other draws in room temperature air to cool the heated air in the condenser and remove moisture. With cold water condensation drying, the heated air is cooled by cold water to remove moisture. For more information about ventless dryers, or for ordering assistance, call us at 800-875-1533.