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January 26, 2008

BEST non vented washer dryer combo

does anyone have experience wtih these and know what the best model is I know they take a long time, but I like that you don't have to switch clothes to the dryer...

Posted by gkw at 7:27 PM | Comments (5)

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I have the LG WM3431 combo washer/dryer. The load size isn't much smaller than a regular washer and it works really well. I think the cleaning ability is great, the only drawback (besides the long cycle time) is that the clothes come out very wrinkled. I have tried a bunch of different fabric softeners and none work at reducing the wrinkles. I love the convenience of putting clothes in before work and coming home to a dry load of laundry.

Posted by: guest at January 26, 2008 8:43 PM

THANKS! Do you recall if it takes a 220 or 110 line?

Posted by: gkw at January 27, 2008 10:43 AM

They do have a model that runs on 220, its slightly larger, dries a little quicker, and costs about $250 more. The one I have, WM 3431 runs on 110. There are a lot of reviews on Epinions, so definitely check them out. Also, I would buy the extended warranty. LG is one of the better products but I still think there is a lot of potential for a breakdown. Lastly, you might be better off buying from a local store that services what they sell as LG's customer service is horrible. Good luck.

Posted by: guest at January 27, 2008 4:32 PM

I did extensive research on this last year, and across the board the best reviews (both "pro" and consumer) were for the LG models. Other brands were generally rated/reviewed much lower.

Posted by: statestreet at January 28, 2008 11:27 AM

I also have the LG WM3431 and I love, love, love it. (I am far too lazy for a two-machine laundry process, or to cut a dryer vent into my wall.) The LG plugs into a regular 110 outlet and fits under my kitchen counter. 8:43PM -- I have noticed that the clothes don't get badly wrinkled if you pull them out right away when the machine stops, and if you don't stuff the machine completely full. Also those silly blue "dryerballs" actually seem to help alot.

Posted by: gowanusaurus at January 28, 2008 5:57 PM

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