Browse Forums General Discussion 1 Feb 02, 2018 5:16 pm Hi folks! The new year brought new appliances as well and I'd like to know what are your maintenance tips so I'd have them running longer. We have a newly installed gas heater and bought a top loader washing machine (and got rid of the front loader!). But general tips for other appliances are welcome too! Re: How do you guys extend the life of your home appliances? 2Feb 03, 2018 8:55 am
Generally applies to all. Re: How do you guys extend the life of your home appliances? 4Feb 07, 2018 3:39 pm I know that sounds simple but so many people don't do it. Maybe buy quality - but wait for the sales to buy ... Re: How do you guys extend the life of your home appliances? 5Feb 07, 2018 3:55 pm For the washing machine...DON'T use fabric softener! 3in1 Supadiverta. Rainwater Harvesting Best Practice using syphonic drainage. Cleaner Neater Smarter Cheaper Supa Gutter Pumper. A low cost syphonic eaves gutter overflow solution. Re: How do you guys extend the life of your home appliances? 6Feb 11, 2018 1:07 pm Want your fridge seal to last forever? Once a month, wipe the mating surfaces clean with jif and a damp cloth. Then wipe talcum powder on the seal . 18 years and mine is still like new. No leakage whatsoever. Re: How do you guys extend the life of your home appliances? 8Feb 11, 2018 2:56 pm Hey qeb, It builds up hard gunk...terrible stuff. It also makes towels hydrophobic and stiff, plenty of info on the internet. 3in1 Supadiverta. Rainwater Harvesting Best Practice using syphonic drainage. Cleaner Neater Smarter Cheaper Supa Gutter Pumper. A low cost syphonic eaves gutter overflow solution. You should pressure clean your roof first and make sure the paint you buy also is anti mould. 4 18582 ok thanks - yes was wondering if that should have been listed as Option Three! 2 7755 Thanks mate. Yeah good points! Leaning towards Option 3 to get a bit extra space in the cabinets but not going too crazy high (and expensive). Would require a mini… 13 39755 |