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I might be in the market for a new washing machine. As a sewist, what features should I be looking for? (self.sewing)

submitted 5 months ago by proudblond to c/sewing

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Maybe this isn’t the right community to post in, so apologies if this seems odd. But I figure we sewists may have specific needs or thoughts when it comes to garment care so this is the first place I thought of to ask.

My washer is throwing error codes this morning and googling suggests it might be related to some computer panel or other, and I’m a bit worried that repairs are going to be so expensive that it might mean a new washer is in the cards. We’ll see.

Are there any features that you love in your washer, wish it had, or downright hate?

Also, back when we bought this thing, front loaders were all the rage. It seems like top loaders are back in fashion. Does anyone know the story there and/or why a top loader might be a better option?

I’m all ears for opinions about dryers too!

Thanks in advance, y’all.

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[–] Fump 4 points 5 months ago (1 children)

My favorite feature is having an old washer without circuit boards that cost more than a new washer.

It's not as fancy, or as convenient, but it's a trade I'd make again any day.

[–] HowdWeGetHereAnyways 2 points 4 months ago

I hold this opinion with sewing machines as well. After working a Janome Mod-30 to death, I found a Singer 403A and I'm pretty sure this thing will out survive me (while meeting all of my needs). Removing the entire motor involved unscrewing 2 screws. Cleaning the commutator and checking the motor brushes involved unscrewing another 2 screws. I can't go back.