The ease of a washer/dryer

Advantages: wash and dry in one go! Easy to set, wide ranging choice of programmes
Disadvantages: slow boil wash

...I have recently purchased this machine and am a first time user of the washer/dryer style machine! I find that although it takes a while to boil wash, overall the machine is efficient and easy to operate, although i find the dryer a little slower than my old traditional seperate dryer, the ease of programming the machine to wash then dry means if im out, when i return home, its all done, no loading and unloading two machines......as machines go this one is very fairly priced and a good buy! I invested in a product repair/replacement plan also, just in case, so i am not worried about breakdown, but as of yet, the machine is serving me very well! I am a happy customer and would recommend this machine to anyone with a busy lifestyle!...

Kitana77 12.01.2009 · Read review
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Review of Hotpoint WDL540G

Samsung washer dryer

Advantages: Easy to use, mega quiet,great looking, superb wash results.
Disadvantages: the only tiny minor thing is to pull the fluff out of the bottom of the rubber lip drain holes .

...I bought this machine two weeks ago, from Dixons online at a very good price including delivery ( and they delivered on a sunday !). The machine was a replacement for a Zanussi washer, which i know to be reliable and good quality. (I used to sell white goods for two big electrical retailers and know exactly what to look for,what you get for your money and what to steer well clear of.) So, it was a total change for me to get a Samsung,not what you would initially think of when someone says "washer dryer". The machine appealed to me in two ways, Looks- is it possible to have a sexy washer dryer? YES it is now! and secondly washing and drying performance A/B ( it cant get any better than that. The large door is great for loading and unloading,especially bedding, no more fraught pulling against the rubber seal. The machine IS...

DrNIck 26.09.2009 · Read review
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Review of Samsung WD8704RJA

Am I tempting fate?

Advantages: Reliable, quiet, flexible machine, has served well so far
Disadvantages: plinth-level access required for maintenance, can't handle as much laundry as separate dryer would allow

...Is it tempting fate to write about a washing machine that has been in active service for over five years? I hope not. I'd like to tell you how calmly and collectedly I assessed the merits of the various different washing machines and washer-dryers available on the market; how I determined the criteria of importance to me; and how I selected the Bosch WET 2820 as best suited to my requirements. I'd like to ?. But it wasn't quite like that. You see, the pipes behind its predecessor developed a leak which went undetected for a considerable length of time. The floorboards and joists absorbed as much water as they could before allowing the excess to drip down into the empty cellar below. By the time I discovered what was happening I needed the services of a local builder and the support of my house insurers to resolve...

Discerna 05.06.2005 · Read review
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Review of Bosch WET2820 Washer-Dryer

A Very Useful Washer/Dryer

Advantages: High efficiency ratings. Relatively quiet.
Disadvantages: Some programs take a long time.

...Well just a couple of months ago I moved into a new house with my girlfriend and so the first task was to equip the kitchen with some new appliances. Firstly and most importantly to us was a washing machine and so due to a lack of available space we decided to buy a washer dryer. The Hotpoint WD420 Aquarius model is the one we went for. As you all know Hotpoint are one of the most recognisable names in the field of washing machines, however they do receive their fair share of negative press. However, due to the size matching our requirements and the price being within budget we decided to go for this model. The hotpoint WD420 comes in various forms either silver or white (which ours is) and there are other similar models WD420G and WD420P to name a couple. Our particular one is the WD420 Aquarius which has a 1200 rpm spin rating...

pumfster 11.02.2006 · Read review
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Review of Hotpoint WD420

You need a degree in difficult sums

Advantages: A fully-integrated washer which washes and dries very effectively and efficiently.
Disadvantages: Complicated to use.

...of all the dirt and dust that the builders produced) and did it. The kitchen was a long time in the making, mainly because of all the planning permission hoops that had to be jumped through, so when my old washer-dryer went to that great laundry in the sky last September I got my new washer-dryer in advance of the kitchen. ?It won?t look elegant? said the kitchen maestro. I thought this a little unnecessary as the central heating boiler had already been moved and the kitchen looked like one of those pictures that you see on television to illustrate inner city poverty. ?No matter? I said and the machine was installed. It didn?t just look odd; it looked as though we?d economised and bought most, but not quite all, of a machine. In my innocence I?d always thought that these kitchens where you?re spared the disturbing sight of anything...

SueMagee 12.09.2002 (23.09.2002) · Read review
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Review of Bosch WET2820 Washer-Dryer

Kinky Massage Balls are Dryer Balls.

Advantages: Less drying time, less creases, less lint.
Disadvantages: Noisy, husband complains even more.

...My drying balls were a result of wanting to treat myself. I had some Tesco club card vouchers which is the perfect excuse for a reason to buy something for yourself that you don`t really need. Whilst perusing the store, some strange looking balls caught my eye. I was wondering whether they were a pair of kinky massage balls. On closer inspection, I discovered that they were tumble dryer balls! I hadn`t seen anything like the balls before so I was compelled to have a look. There were 2 balls, one in pale blue and one in lilac, covered in little nobbly bits. They were partially covered with cardboard packaging. I needed to find out more, I really wanted to feel the entire ball in my hand. I was puzzled with regards to their use in drying clothes so I read the cardboard packaging. Claims. ****** There were several claims...

spottydog2 08.12.2008 · Read review
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Review of Dryer balls

My New Tumble Dryer Balls

Advantages: Cut down on drying time
Disadvantages: None

...A couple of weeks ago I decided to treat myself to a couple of Dryer Balls. I've seen them many times before and have read about them, but always wondered whether or not they would work. I was in my local Poundland and I saw them for...would you believe!....£1, well as I like a bargain, I couldn't resist. A Bit About Dryer Balls Dryer balls are made from PVC plastic, which is able to withstand extremely hot temperatures and will not melt. You get 2 balls in the packet. They are approximately 3" in diameter and are covered in little nodules. You simply put the balls into the dryer with the clothes and start the drying cycle. The balls are believed to reduce static build up during the drying process, help to reduce the drying time, make your clothes softer and also reduce the amount of ironing needed. Dryer balls claim to replace...

lel1969 26.02.2008 · Read review
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Review of Dryer balls

Zanussi Washer Dryer - Brilliant

Advantages: Easy to use, quick washing cycle
Disadvantages: None

...When our old washer/dryer brokedown we were keen to replace it with another one, but my previous make was no longer available; the Zanussi Washer Dryer ZWD12270W seemed to be the best match for our requirements. It was a reasonable price in the category and supplied the same amount of drying space. I did some internet reseach and found the best deal at currys.co.uk. The machine is £279.99 plus £19.95 delivery & collection of old one. Another trawl of the internet found that I could get free delivery with the code AWSALEDEL and then got 1% cash back by going through the greasypalm website to do the purchase. The statisics are :- # Wash and dry in one machine - a great space saver. # Wash load capacity - 6kg # Drying load capacity - 3kg # Ratings - C Energy A Wash B Dry # Wash controls - Variable spin & temperature...

muppetmum 22.02.2008 · Read review
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Review of Zanussi-Electrolux ZWD 12270

Washer-dryer with a lot of mileage on it! *UPDATE*

Advantages: A lot of features for the money, energy efficient
Disadvantages: Very few, see the op

...the best washing machine we've ever owned. One of the things that attracted us was that it has an "A" wash option, making it one of the most energy-efficient machines on the market. The "A" wash does seem to take forever though. I've never timed it, but it's at least a couple of hours. The overall rating for washing and drying is "B". It also has a very effective 30-minute wash. Another plus is its capacity. It is the only machine that I have found that can wash and dry 4kgs in one operation. Most washer-dryers will dry only a half-load - you can wash 5kgs but have to dry them in two operations. The wash capacity is 5kg, so you do lose a kilo if you want to wash and dry. It comes with a Woolmark approved "handwash" option. It has a timer, great if you have low-rate electricity at night. The timer has 3-hour intervals up to 12 hours in...

Quakerman 07.12.2003 (14.12.2004) · Read review
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Review of Ariston Margherita 2000 AWD 12 Advanatge

Our pink dryer

Advantages: It dries hair
Disadvantages: Not the fastest but fast enough

...Hairdryer With Little Miss liking all things pink (and lilac) it was only a matter of time before a pink hairdryer entered the house. PRODUCT AND PACKAGING Thankfully I get into the pink (naturally!) box easily and even better is the fact that once inside, I didn't have to do anything- hairdryer was all set up and just required plugging in. The hairdryer itself is a kind of pearlescent pink colour which is attractive in that it's not overly gharish. The removable styling nozzle, which can be used to direct the air onto a small area of hair is black as is the trim around the back of the hair dryer and down the sides. The air inlet at the back and also (as I expected) the cord is black as are the switches. On the front of the handle there are 2 switches. The cool button can be pressed down for cooler air, and this is popular...

danielalong 02.02.2009 · Read review
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Review of Prolectrix 1800w Hair Dryer