Browse Forums Laundry Appliances 1 Apr 22, 2009 11:20 am Hey guys, I am in need of a new dryer. I need something that is wall mounted, 5-6kgs capacity and can be front vented... Anyone got a good recommendation Re: Need a clothes dryer 2Apr 22, 2009 12:01 pm I just put this one on laybuy http://www.simpson.com.au/product/display/model/39S600M So I don't have it yet but I hope it's an ok one! My mum has a 5kg Simpson dryer and it's been great for years. ETA: I like how is has the turn-knob thing to set the time rather than buttons. I don't know why but it seems to me that dryers should have that thing hehe Re: Need a clothes dryer 3Apr 22, 2009 12:31 pm Hi Matt Spose it depends on how much you wish to pay. We bought the Bosch Washing Machine as I love front loaders and last year decided to get the matching dryer. We went with the one that doesnt cause condensation and it really works. Has a condensor. No fogging up and wet windows and its very intuitive. Does a beautiful dry as well. You might expect to pay 3-6 hundred dollars for an average one, we got a $400 discount from Good Guys so paid $1200 for my zooped up German engineering model. As I say, it depends on your budget. I used to have a simpson and then a hoover, they were good, pretty much a much for those. we are selling and moving to the coast, if you know someone who wishes to buy in Mernda Villages, please visit this link http://www.realestate.com.au/property-h ... -107083288 Re: Need a clothes dryer 4Apr 22, 2009 1:57 pm Matt, we have the Miele...and I no longer iron.....the best appliance I have. I have had it for 6 years now and it is perfect. Internal condensation so your walls don't sweat and you can run of the grey water if you laundrey is set up that way. Re: Need a clothes dryer 5Apr 22, 2009 2:05 pm I've had a F&P for years. It's really good and reliable. It'll be going in the garage at the new house and we'll be getting a condenser dryer as we're having the laundry set up for everything to go under the bench. Not sure which brand we'll go with though. But if you've got a spare 3 or 4k (for the stainless steel).... why not pick up one of these? http://www.asko.com.au/our_products/drying_cabinet/ I leave you to fend for yourself, figure things out yourself. Terrence Malick Re: Need a clothes dryer 6Apr 22, 2009 4:45 pm I have seen this model: http://www.whirlpool.com.au/app.cnt/whr/au_AU/pageid/pgproducts001/catid/3/subcatid/12 Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Not wall mounted but looks good! What is this condensation all about?? Re: Need a clothes dryer 8Apr 22, 2009 7:13 pm normal dryers heat up the room they are in, id liken it to what your bathroom is like after having a shower, there's a lot of moisture in the air, if you have one of those internal condensation jobs someone mentioned the room wouldnt get all wet, and possibly damage your paint etc over time. dont know how big an issue this is, i havent had a drier for years but with 3 kids DW is starting to talk about it, so glad you started this thread Blog - http://snakedr.blogspot.com/ Build Thread - viewtopic.php?f=31&t=12084&p=307406#p307406 Status - PCI 15/10. Things nearly done. Re: Need a clothes dryer 9Apr 22, 2009 7:31 pm billdsl normal dryers heat up the room they are in, id liken it to what your bathroom is like after having a shower, there's a lot of moisture in the air, if you have one of those internal condensation jobs someone mentioned the room wouldnt get all wet, and possibly damage your paint etc over time. Exactly true and it really depends on how big your laundry is, do you already have a vent or an exaust fan in the area or as some poeple do they store it in the garage and don't worry about all that stuff.... Its a great consideration no matter what the brand. Re: Need a clothes dryer 10Apr 22, 2009 7:45 pm We have a condenser dryer too (an LG) and it does do a fantastic job, plus no mouldy walls. And the bonus is, you get to recycle the water onto your pot plants instead of it turning into steam and going poof! Ours stacks on top of our front loader, so no need for wall mounting. They're extremely heavy, so I don't know if wall mounting is even possible. The down side is that they're VERY expensive to run. If you rely on your dryer heavily in winter, the electricity bill could get really ugly. I try to mostly use the outdoor line and our clothes airers indoors, and only use the dryer for things I need in a hurry, or when the wet washing really piles up. Re: Need a clothes dryer 11Apr 22, 2009 10:32 pm kek We have a condenser dryer too (an LG) and it does do a fantastic job, plus no mouldy walls. And the bonus is, you get to recycle the water onto your pot plants instead of it turning into steam and going poof! Ours stacks on top of our front loader, so no need for wall mounting. They're extremely heavy, so I don't know if wall mounting is even possible. The down side is that they're VERY expensive to run. If you rely on your dryer heavily in winter, the electricity bill could get really ugly. I try to mostly use the outdoor line and our clothes airers indoors, and only use the dryer for things I need in a hurry, or when the wet washing really piles up. What model is the LG? I was looking at one today (TDC700E). Re: Need a clothes dryer 12Apr 22, 2009 10:59 pm hi matt, I thought I'd mention what we have. Don't see why I wouldn't recommend it. It's a F&P, the electronic (I think 4kg) one, the best thing is it is auto sensor dry. So when I put it on, I can walk away and not worry about it, no timers, it turns itself off when it is dry. I would never buy one without a sensor again, no overdrying or underdrying. yayay Annie A thankful person is a happy person. [/color]My hobby design blog: http://aviewondesign.blogspot.com/ Re: Need a clothes dryer 13Apr 24, 2009 2:21 pm ozberg What model is the LG? I was looking at one today (TDC700E). That's the one we have. The sensor-dry thingie is sensational. I'm running it today, since it's raining and I have multiple loads of washing to do. Re: Need a clothes dryer 14Apr 24, 2009 2:28 pm If you have the space, the garage is a good place to put the non condenser type ones 'A bottle of wine contains more philosophy than all the books in the world.' Louis Pasteur Vegie garden: viewtopic.php?f=19&t=27637&start=0 My Backyard Adventure Re: Need a clothes dryer 16Jun 10, 2009 12:16 pm We got an electrolux 6kg model last weekend, with a good discount by The Good Guys to lower the Harvey Norman sale price, works very well, quiet. Only thing is like any other driers like this you need to vent the room to stop moisture buildup. Re: Need a clothes dryer 17Jun 10, 2009 12:17 pm bs84 On a slightly different path, i was wondering what the mat's are called that can go in between your dryer and front loader? Where abouts would i get one from? Tks They are called just that....mats that go in between your dryer and front loader that's what I asked for anyway and I got it from Clarke Rubber, don't know if you have one of these outlets. Re: Need a clothes dryer 18Jun 10, 2009 6:54 pm we have a f&p one its great it about 5kg one as said before it has a sensor and anti wrinle feature as well finished building 40 square home on 5 acres with perry homes.working on the landscaping just finished pool deck with ://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=2217 Re: Need a clothes dryer 19Jun 11, 2009 11:05 am check out the Prodct Review website (google it) We have just ordered the Westinghouse LD505EB 5kg with extra warrany to 5yrs. Had a couple of good reviews. We wont be using it for another 2 months or so though. Built The Huntley 290 with HomeXcellance / Cheviot Homes Re: Need a clothes dryer 20Jun 11, 2009 2:41 pm We have a F&P with autosensor - its good - it dries the clothes, its front vented (although we do have a venting kit as an extra precaution). If you get a dryer you can put upside down or right side up - that is the buttons go on the bottom if you wall mount or you turn it up the otherway and change the face plate so the buttons go on the top if it sits on the ground - don't turn it without giving the inside a good vacuum first. I did this a few years ago with our simpson one (which was only just out of warranty) and I completely stuffed it. 2011 Home Sweet Home Handover 03 September 2010 PCI 27August 2010 Plumber 20August 2010 Electrician 19August 2010 Painting 04 August 2010 Cabinets 13Jul2010 Lockup 23June Frame 20April slab 1Mar10 I've just built 3 stairs off a landing out the back and been told by the private certifier I need hand rails sorry tried to attach a pic but couldn't mine don't have sides… 5 5983 You wont need a permit to put in non loading partition but you will need a licensed plumber and a licensed electrician 1 6834 Ask yourself if the insurance company will be aware of the Reno. 4 8005 |