2006-08-02 07:07:09 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Yes, never, ever put a washing machine anywhere near water.
So sorry, I just couldn't resist.
2006-08-02 07:12:04 · answer #1 · answered by -Tequila17 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure it's completely dry before storing it. You can wrap it with blankets or some other kind of cloth in case water should come in contact with it. As long as it doesn't get wet you shouldn't have any rust problems.
2006-08-02 07:11:32 · answer #2 · answered by Coo coo achoo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The tub in your washer is rusting. You can try to repair by sanding and painting the area(s) , but it'll be right back shortly. Apparently the washer is getting up there in it's years. Maybe it's time to think about a replacement... unless you can find a deal on a new replacement tub and know how to swap it out.
2016-03-16 12:37:03 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had to put mine in a storage unit for 2 yrs, sold it straight out of the unit, and the buyer called me and said it worked fine when they got it home...I live in FL so it was hot/humid in that unit the 2 yrs the machine sat there...apparently with no ill effects...
That's been my experience...however, refrigerators don't fare as well...LOL!
2006-08-02 07:12:13 · answer #4 · answered by . 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends, are we talking a garage, or one of those storage places? As long as water and chemicals aren't near it, it should be fine....but otherwise after a long while it may, there are metal parts involved!
2006-08-02 07:11:35 · answer #5 · answered by greenguy415 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not unless it is moist and or salty.
a normal storage shed at a "U-Store it" place
is safe for appliances...
If they are up north where it freezes real hard
make sure ALL the water is drained out of it.
2006-08-02 07:11:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
only if it is stored where water can get to it. the washing machine aint gonna rust just from being stored.
2006-08-02 07:12:41 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the area it's stored in isn't dry, it will rust in time.Anything that gets wet will rust..
2006-08-02 07:12:33 · answer #8 · answered by Vinegar Taster 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have stored mine in a garage for over a year now and its still in the same condition.Should be fine as long as you drained all the water out.
2006-08-02 07:10:45 · answer #9 · answered by Frances 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, unless it is well covered, top and bottom and sides. Also, it will rust regardless in coastal conditions.
2006-08-02 07:12:11 · answer #10 · answered by prosopopoeia 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋