Washing Machines: Front load vs. top load
We are in the market for a washer and dryer for our new Amarillo.* There are three categories of washer available:* Top load, separate washer and dryer.* Top load washer, with integrated dryer on the top.* And front load washer, which could either be side by side with a separate dryer, or stacked.* There is also an "all-in-one" washer/dryer, but the dry cycles take several hours and are not being considered.
The front load washers cost roughly 20% to 100% more than a top load model, but they are supposedly quieter, more energy and water efficient, and get the cloths cleaner.* I understand that recent new energy standards result in top load washers being less effective in their cleaning ability.
What are your recent experiences and recommendations in your search for washers?
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