A guide to help consumers buy the right front Load washing machine by gaining the relevant information about them. The washing machine industry had long been ruled by top load washers. But front-load washing machines have become increasingly popular due to the benefits they offer.

However, they can also come with their own set of challenges. It is important to know everything about them before you make the decision of buying one. So let’s find out the key considerations about the front load washing machine.

Wash times are longer

Front-load washers are generally slower compared to their top-load counterparts, with wash times ranging from a little over an hour to 2 hours per load. Top loaders, on the other hand, take anywhere between an hour to 75 minutes per load.

This can vary from model to model. However, the extra time taken in washing can be compensated with the time you save while drying. The spin cycle of front load washers is shorter than top load ones.

Load capacity is large

Compared to the traditional washer and dryer, front-load washing machines have a huge capacity. You can fit in a significantly larger number of clothing items into these. But this often makes customers wonder whether they can put small loads into these washers. The answer is yes. Unlike top-load washers, front-loaders don’t clean the clothes only by rubbing them against each other. Front-loaders work by maintaining the amount of water according to the number of clothes you put in them.

They lift the clothes up while the drum is turning, then drop the load in the water to clean them. Thus, the size of a load doesn’t matter much if the clothes have space to move. The only thing to avoid is overstuffing the washer.

Front-load washers are quieter

Front-loaders are quieter than top-loaders and also vibrate less. Unlike top-loaders, these don’t get unbalanced and make loud banging noises. For instance, the Whirlpool washing machine comes with near-zero vibration at 1400 RPM.

Front-loaders also don’t pose the problem of too much vibration. While you would feel almost no vibrations on concrete floors, the vibration can be felt on a wooden floor. If your front-load machine is vibrating a lot, ensure that the machine is kept on an even surface, and that its feet are properly in contact with the floor. You can also get a stand for the washer.

Front-load washers are susceptible to mold

According to a survey, 17% of people who use a front-load washer say that it developed mold or mildew. On the other hand, only 3% percent of people who use top-load washers said the same for their washers. Mold can develop in several parts of the machine, such as in the dispensers or the rubber gasket surrounding the opening.

You can prevent mold on your washer by following the relevant instructions provided in the owner’s manual. You can also run the machine on a hot water temperature setting with a good amount of bleach without laundry.

When you’re done with your laundry, make sure the door is dry from inside properly. Keep the dispensers open between loads to let the interior dry.

Other factors

Front-loaders possess better water conservation abilities, which can help you save a lot of water annually. Besides this, they also consume lesser amounts of energy. Front-loaders use around 60% less water and energy when compared to top-loaders.

One of the drawbacks associated with front-load washers is their high cost. They cost more than their top-load counterparts with the same specifications and capacity. Another drawback is that people with back problems and elderly people often find front loaders to be inconvenient, as they need the user to bend down for loading and unloading clothes.

In conclusion, front-load washers are a good option for people who want good load capacity with silent operation. IFB, LG and Whirlpool washing machines are some of the best front-loaders in the market.

There are amazing front-load washing machine models available at the Bajaj Finserv EMI Store. You can choose your brand and model, and bring home your favorite washing machine.

You can use the Bajaj Finserv EMI Network Card to divide the cost of the appliance into convenient monthly installments, with flexible tenors ranging from 3 months to 24 months. Furthermore, the appliance will get delivered to your doorstep within 24 hours of placing the delivery order on the EMI Store.

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