How many cubic feet? and is that with or without the agitator? Also...how big of a dryer would I need to dry it? We are looking in to getting a new washer and dryer and if we can afford it I would love to have one I could wash my king size comforter in, I just don't know how big that is when I am looking.
2007-01-03 03:06:39 · 13 answers · asked by Farah G 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
that is a hard load on a home washer. it can throw the machine out of balance very easily,plus you won't get great cleaning. it would be cheaper to get another set of comforter and blanket, and switch them out as needed, and go to the laundromat every couple of months with both. that's what i do. still get the largest tub available since you will be doing large loads anyways. by the way, the machines at the laundromat are made tougher than most of the ones that are available to the homeowner, even the front loaders. also some of the new machines are so "smart" that they won't function under less than "ideal" conditions. just follow this yahoo ?'s section to see proof of that! my sister has to do laundry at off peak hours, late at night or early mornings, with her new maytag neptune w & d. low water pressure from lawn sprinkler systems and low electric voltage from central a/c systems. not fun for a family of seven to have to get up at 4 am to get a couple of loads in, or after 10 pm. good luck, hope this helps you decide what you need!
2007-01-03 06:01:49 · answer #1 · answered by car dude 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Don't use a washer with an agitator as it's too rough on heavy loads. Go a laundromat and get a 30 or 50 pound front load washer. You want one that to hold the comforter but not too loosely as the cleaning is done by clothing rubbing on clothing; not beaten and stirred by an agitator. Toss in some extras if there's room. Most people put in too much detergent which remains in the clothes and actually attracts dirt and can cause skin irritation. That's why there's usually one wash cycle and four rinse cycles. When you look through the glass window you want only about an inch of suds. You can add more soap if needed. Just put it in while washing. You might need to flush it down with a bit of water.
2007-01-03 03:39:27 · answer #2 · answered by lyyman 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
For the number of times that you're going to wash those really heavy items, don't spend the money or space on a giant home washer and dryer.
Buy the best quality you can afford, avoid fancy gadgets that are the first things to break down. Buy a brand that can be fixed without calling to the next big city for a specialized repairman who has to send to Germany for parts.
Take your comforter to the laundromat. Best use of money as far as I see.
2007-01-03 03:25:37 · answer #3 · answered by Casperia 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i have a mega capacity l.g. top loader; i specifically wanted one big enough to wash a ton of clothes and of course blankets too. it is 5 cubic feet maybe a little more i dont remember exactly but i know it was at least 5, I can fit an oversized fluffy king size in there but nothing else and i stop it when its washing to push it around just to make sure it gets all washed. there is no agitator either but it does get stuff clean. There is a setting for bulky/bedding that puts more water since those things float and you should use cold water. just be careful when you put it in the dryer. LOW HEAT!
2016-10-11 06:21:50 · answer #4 · answered by sarahvixen 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You'll want a very large washer and dryer to accommodate a king size comforter. Check local do-it-yourself laundries in your area. They usually have triple load washers, dryers. You should have no problem cleaning it there. Some laundries will clean it for you for a small fee.
2007-01-03 03:18:55 · answer #5 · answered by fdm215 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
With a king-sized comforter, you may actually be looking at a commercial-sized machine. My full-sized comforter just barely fits in my washer- which is capable of handling large loads.
2007-01-03 03:41:03 · answer #6 · answered by Tigger 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would not attempt to wash a king size comforter in my home washing machine. I would go to a laundromat and use one of their big machines designated for such items. Or better yet, have it dry cleaned. It will stay new looking longer.
2007-01-04 09:56:44 · answer #7 · answered by diniandbo812 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it should be. Like the post above me says, as low as 3.8 should be fine. Do some research on-line. A lot of descriptions will say if the machine will hold a king comforter. I think mine is a 3.7 and I can fit a comforter in it just fine.
2016-05-22 22:52:46 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, you can buy any WM with more than 27 Lb, the new ones that you can load your clothes in the front can work, or you can take it to a dry cleaning place.
2007-01-03 03:17:06 · answer #9 · answered by paulo.mendez 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They will advise you if you ask before purchasing the washer and dryer.
2007-01-03 03:15:36 · answer #10 · answered by pooterilgatto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋