Haier Washer/Dryer Ventless Combo Unit Review: Tiny House Laundry
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- Опубліковано 19 лип 2024
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Hello Friends!
I’ve been using my Haier Washer/Dryer Ventless Combo Unit for over a year and a half now and I thought it was about time that I share my thoughts on it and go over how to use and maintain it.
Spoiler alert…..I really like it. Yes, it washes and dries smaller loads than conventional washers and dryers but for a tiny house on wheels the convenience and small size more than make up for that.
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Let me know if you’ve used one or are thinking about getting one for your tiny house.
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I've had mine in my condo for 7 years and I LOVE it! I have it in my guest bathroom. The installation was easy and it did not require any special plug or out of the ordinary plumbing. I am religious about it's maintenance and every month I do clear out the water and filter. I never had to have it serviced (knock on wood). The drying is more like steaming, which I love because it removes wrinkles. And my towels actually do dry fully in 2 hours if I do not overload. I am extremely happy. You did an awesome job with your video explanation. Cool to watch even after having mine for 7 years! It has been a game changer for me! 🙂
I’ve enjoyed all your videos. It’s wonderful to see that this chapter in your life is going so well for you.
I hang my bras and masks. I always leave the top up so it doesn't get smelly. I am glad you left the mistake in. That is how you learn
That is the whole point of these videos
Keeping it real! LOL 😜
I bought some tablets off a YT commercial for my Mom’s washer to prevent mustiness. You put one in a month to a load of wash without clothes & it’s supposed to rid the washer of the odor for a month; comes w/30 tablets. Don’t know if I can recommend bc I don’t think she’s used them yet but I’ve told her to leave the door open, which she does.
Adelina, do you have the scented Tru Earth detergent sheets? I bought unscented bc they got btr reviews but I’d rather have a nice fresh scent as long as it doesn’t smell like a toxic perfume. Ty for tip to rip up sheets into pieces; I didn’t know that! You’re aces as always!💙💫🌀
Love your octopus hanger for socks & undies btw!!
I actually have tried both the scented and unscented. I like them both 🤓.
@@myBIGtinyhouselife Good to know. I’ll get the scented next time.
Great info. I agree with hanging clothes to dry. In this climate, any moisture is good. Currently I have a portable washer that works great, less water and electricity usage.
Love your shower curtain.
Thank you, very informative post. I have always been dubious about moisture retention with these appliances. You explained it much better than the young salesman when I bought my new washer.
Wish I had seen this sooner but will be much wiser in the future. Love the way you share these important but seemingly mundane details of life. You do a wonderful job. 👌💚
Thanks Judy 😊.
I'm convinced that I'm coming back at least four
inches shorter in my next life! The smaller and more
agile people like yourself,Adelina have a much better
time in a tiny house! Kudos to you!
Love your honesty...and I just want to say thank you for helping me learn so many things I may not have otherwise learned! Have a great day 😁
Thanks 😊
Thank you for posting this! I've been wondering about their use and level of owner maintenance. This was very helpful.
Learned a lot from this video! I live in a condo but have been watching tiny house videos since I retired ten years ago. I have downsized twice over twenty years and think I could thrive in one. Anyway, laundry... my units are squeezed into a tiny laundry closet in my kitchen which I truly don’t mind. I use a tension shower rod over them to hang socks, kitchen linen, etc. I have an ikea drying rack that I put on my screened porch in warm weather for towels, lots of things. Also got an extra long drying rack from Amazon that I put my sheets on in warm weather!! Love the smell of air dried sheets! Thanks for all your tips!
Thanks Cindy. Yes, laundry smells so good when it’s dried outside 😊.
Great video. Draining the drawer - most seem to have a place on blue to press, to fully release drawer, but check manual - just after washing, also helps the machine to dry out more quickly.
Thank you for the review. I recently purchased a small cottage in the Adirondacks and was considering purchasing a combo unit. Your review was very informative and helpful.
This was helpful as I’m new to front loaders. I saw you put your detergent on the left and was like what? So I googled the manual for mine and realised I’ve been putting my detergent in the prewash section, then fabric softener in the wash section, because they are labelled I and II. I also didn’t know my cats hair was gathering in the seal.
Thanks for another eye opening video :)
Thanks 😊.
Finally!!! It has come to Canada! It is about time! It is called fussy logic. I first saw this sort of washer on T.V. when 60 min. or such like went to Japan and they were showing their washer/dryer units there about 20 years ago.
Wow You have the same as me
Whoa you got the same names
Very neat unit! I didn’t even know they made these until a few months ago. You make great use of your space and thanks for sharing how this works! Have a good week. 🙂
Thanks, you too 😊
Adelina, I have really enjoyed your videos. I am in the process of deciding if I want to go tiny in next few years. I am on the cusp of retiring and I have learned so much watching your videos, and yes I am a subscriber to your channel. I have been researching getting and what kind of combo units. This particular video was so informative. Thanks for keeping the blooper part in the video. Your videos are so helpful and informative please keep them coming.
Thanks Stevie! 🙏🏼☺️
Great video - learned a lot. Thanks for introducing us to something new - calmly, no hype, excellent!
Thank you for this! I have recently started looking into / researching the portable washer dryers for my small house I am moving into. This was very helpful. I had not heard of this brand before.
I was lucky enough to find the same Haier unit in a small appliance store that no one wanted! I had been researching and actually looking for one when I walked in there and saw it as a display. (owner said it had been in their store for a year and a half!) I've now had it for about 2 months and couldn't be happier. I do use the dry cycle more than not, but have used wash only and was amazed at how quickly my clothes dried just hanging on my rack. Thank you for cleaning your "trap" so now I know what to do when the time comes!
I have one of these combo units as well, and I really like it. My home is small, 800 square foot. No laundry room, the washer hookup is in the kitchen. When I bought the home, I bought a used stacked unit, but there was no direct way to vent. So did by best until these units became available in the US. I had read about them somewhere. I have had mine for about 7 years now, and I love it. I purchased a pedestal for mine, which I kind of regret. I have no access to the back of the unit, and I cannot move it, so very heavy. I have had appliance service people come out when hose needed replaced, they had trouble moving it also, because the unit is in a tight space. But all in all I love it.
Thank you so much. I also have a washer dryer ventless combo (Magic Chef), which I love dearly and was wondering if I needed to clean out lint or etc and how to do any sort of preventive maintenance. Your video answered the "lint" puzzle and also what maintenance my combo needed. So sweet of you to do this video. Again, THANKS!!!
You're welcome Anna 😁
I love your videos! Always a perfect blend of practical knowledge and delightful company! 😊Thank You!!
You’re so welcome.
this is a gorgeous video! loved sitting having a hot drink with you while we discussed the washer dryer! Genuinely great video
Thanks 😊
Thanks so much for the review. I live in a small home with laundry in basement and getting older with arthritis in my knee so have been seriously thinking of purchasing a combo unit. I have seen one brand that is able to vent if desired and it would actually fit in a closet.... still researching but your video has certainly helped answer some questions. Thanks again and I LOVE your home and your channel!
Thanks Renae! I’m so glad you found it helpful ☺️.
Same here, Renae! I always wonder now why we relegated laundry to the basement. I love doing laundry and to have it in my kitchen or mud room makes so much more sense to me.
I am adoring your channel. My husband and I just sold our 5700 sq ft house and we are moving on our boat. I am Marie Kondoing the heck out of our place. I am so looking forward to being more organized and having a place for everything and everything in its place. When our little washer/dryer unit poops out on the boat one day this combo looks like it could be a great fit for us! Thanks for your video and I enjoy your content so much!
I am so glad you showed this. I always wanted to know how they worked and your informaion was great.
Thanks Carla 😊
I have the LG 2.4 CF model and I love it. Thank you for the honest review. Note that mine is plugged into a 110 v outlet (USA), and I think yours is, as well. This is important for a lot of people who consider getting something like this to know. Also, if it's used by a small household (i.e. two person), you might as well use it almost every day. This size of a combo washer/dryer is not made for a large family (with children, for example) as you can't and won't want to devote one day for laundry.
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The first time I saw a washer/dryer combo unit was visiting a friend's home in Germany. Nice to know they are available here in North America. This was a good review, thank you.
Thanks 😊
I love that you always have your coffee :) makes the video seem so cozy!
Coffee = life 😜
Thank you for the information on video! I have just entered the house on Wheels category the fifth wheel RV. Just bought a washer dryer combo for 50 bucks so the cleaning and making sure everything's ready to go before I bring it in the house and see how it goes. Thanks for the info again
Thanks so much! That's exactly the overview I needed! I live in a very small home and as I am getting older I am wondering why I am using full sized appliances for myself and spouse. We just replaced our fridge with a Haier and so far I am loving it and would be confident to purchase another appliance from them. Thinking of removing our dishwasher and putting this in instead. The idea of having this handy in the kitchen and doing a load of wash every day makes so much more sense than washing dishes for 2 people every 3 days!
Also, I have to say that shower curtain and drying rack octopus are ADORABLE! And you answered my questions on the cat as well. :)
Thanks Terri. I totally agree 🙏🏼❤️
It’s like watching myself doing the laundry, I have the same IKEA racks and tool to dry my clothes and I use them in spite of the fact that I have a dryer. It’s a cute little washing machine and dryer.
Thank you for this video (all videos, actually). I was scared of them being combined but it seems fine. I’m sure I will have to downsize again from bungalow to an apartment someday and I will not hesitate now in getting a combo unit. Thanks again.
You’re welcome Alison 😊
My Danby Designer washer is over 20 years old and still works great, though I've had to replace the drain hose and inlet valves. It only holds half that of a full sized washer, but will handle everything except quilts.
I didn't know it had a lint filter (there was nothing in the manual) until I saw a fellow on UA-cam remove the top of the agitator and pull it out. So I found mine.
I hang socks and underwear on a freestanding towel rack with three bars, and hang my shirts and leisure pants on hangers on a clothes rack on wheels. My jeans hang from a couple of belt loops on the hooks at each end of the top rack.
I do have a small bedroom closet, but it has shelves up to the hanging rod, so wet and dry clothes stay on the rack, separated by a few hangers in the middle.
I've been thinking about a washer/dryer combo, since it's a 45 minute drive to the nearest laundromat, but until then I'll either go there for quilt washing or stomp them in an aluminum washtub in the back garden, hang them on the clothesline and hope it rains.
Thanks for pointing me to this video.
Jon in rural BC, Canada
Thank you for making this video.I have been trying to decide if I want a combo or not for my tiny house, and after watching this, I am sold.I want a pantry in my tiny house, and this will allow me to put one on top of this combo in a built in closed cabinet, otherwise I would have no room for a pantry(and a place to set a glass down next to the fridge for filling up drinks).
I’m glad it was useful ☺️.
Your video was fantastic with info and fun visiting with you. I plan on just having a washing machine. I only hang dry my clothes, so no need for a dryer. I hang dry for the same reasons as you do. Looking forward to the next visit.
Thanks 🙏🏼
My mom has a front loading washer that has the same hose and filter your combo unit has. I'm the one who does the maintenance on it, and I've made the same mistake, not draining the hose first, before unscrewing the filter. I would've found this video to be helpful, so I'm sure others will, too. BTW, I absolutely LOVE your shower curtain!
Thanks Karen. Yep, won’t make that mistake again lol.
Thank you! Exactly the information I was looking for.
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I've been waiting for this video. Thanks for sharing.
You’re welcome ☺️
I am planning on building tiny,and I love 💘 all your vlogs,thank you ,great advice,love from miami
Thanks Lourdes 😊
Thanks was very informative. Been doing research for washer & dryer. Your video was very helpful. Look forward to your next video. Muito obrigada!
You’re welcome! ☺️
Thank you for this wonderful and honest review. I have been considering purchasing one of these all in one combo machines.
You're welcome ☺️
I always leave my full-size washer open. Those washer/dryer combos look quite nice.
Thanks for the video. I just ordered one and wanted to familiarize myself with them a little bit... Again thanks and have a great day 😁
Thanks Keith. 😊
Very informative video. You’ve let me see that I could live with a combo machine. Thank you.
this was super helpful! I need to see if my LG has a little hose thingie for when I clean the trap
This was very interesting and another day in the life of a tiny house dweller. ☺️ I hang my clothes too. Your sweater is lovely!
Thanks Tracey 😊.
I agree about the sweater! I wanted a fashion review on it as well 😄
Love your videos! You’re so funny and sweet and helpful! Truly Canadian 😜❤️
Thanks Joanne 🇨🇦❤️
Great video. I have been very interested about these. We are building a small cabin and this would be nice to have in such a small space. Take care-Sue in MI.
Thanks Sue ☺️.
I too, love to hang my clothes. I also have one of those "thingy's" to hang all of my undergarments. I forgot what you call it.🤔😆Thanks for sharing. Always enjoy your videos.
😂Sophie!!! Get that cat an agent! Hehe...You explain everything so well, including letting us see what could happen if it’s not drained instead of editing it out. I also like how you have the sink on top. And the IKEA octopus hanger is so fun!
LOL, yes I learned that lesson the hard way 😜.
I think she wants to be more talkative in these shows Adelina..a moments silence whilst we commune!!
LOL!
Thank you again for another informative video 😁🌻
I’ve always wondered about those machines, so thanks for the info. I did think they were bigger though. I personally always hang my bras year round on a hanger something like yours in the bathroom ( although yours is cuter) and certain tops because I love the smell from hanging out doors and to stop shrinkage. Stay safe. 👍🏾💯❤️. Hugz
Thanks, you too 🙏🏼😊
First of all, friends, do subscribe, bc this is a truly supportive family & where will you hear the vlogger say, “That’s the look that your cat gives you when they want you to GFO,” 🤣🤣🤣OMG Adelina! Don’t ever lose your sense of humor or ability to use acronyms like that. Too funny! I’m PMPL!!
On another note, once again another thorough vlog on tiny living. How you can make a vid abt a washer/dryer combo so entertaining I’ll never know. Your deadpan yet informative delivery slays & educates me every time. Thnx good friend
Thanks Marirose 🥰.
The Ikea octopus!!! "If you think I bought it 'cause it's cute, you're right!" 😂 Same here!!! I'm alone and use it 2x a week so it was a great investment! Thanks for your videos! I love 'em!!!
Thanks LOL.
Very informative video. Thank you!
You’re welcome!
Thank you for the info. Just bought a condo and it has one there. Going to try it today. I’ll check the lent trap, after checking the water line, glad we saw that! I’ll report back after I’ve used it. Wish me luck!
Good luck 🤞
@@myBIGtinyhouselife Have the washer running now, haven’t figured out how to get the dryer to turn on auto but I’m working on it. Looked up the clothes hanger at IKEA and getting one of those. Also checked out the soap and will be ordering those. Thanks for your help.
Very handy for small spaces! I also hang out all my clothes on a drying rack, but tumble dry my bed linen and towels.
Same here! Towels get stiff when air dried :-(
Same here. Last weekend, I hacked my washer/dryer unit: I let my towels air dry for a few hours and then throw them in the dryer. That makes the dryer not take 4 hours (literally!) and the towels are soft!
@@alissonvonderlane862 very informative, just got my combo, but keeps beeping and displaying "supply H20"
Oh I’m eager to see how this combo works. I have an upright combo. I love the happy shower curtain 💙
I love the laundry dissolvable sheets!!! I’ve seen ‘em b4 but never in action. I’m gonna try it bc the environmental difference between the sheets and the conventional plastic bottle is huge!!!
I love them.
I much prefer the shower curtains! Just wash inner curtain/liner with bleach every 6 months. Or replace the inner curtain...not expensive. I absolutely hate cleaning glass doors, especially if have hard water.😉
This is the second video about cleaning that filter that I had seen in less that a week. I didn’t know my washing machine had a filter in there and I have it for almost 6 years 😳😆. So I stopped the video and run to see how is mine. First thing a noticed (and read for the very first time) was the sign that says: “Clean the filter every two months”. 😳😳😳🤣
I fallowed your steps and, to my surprise, the filter was very clean (and I have two cats 😉). But what surprise me the most was that I n the filter I found a ring that a had lost so much time ago that I even remember 🤣🤣🤣 🎉 . So, thank you so much.
That’s awesome!
Haier bought Fisher & Paykel and GE Appliance. Excellent value for money and very reliable.
I have the Haier in my condo & I love it! Thanks for the tip on cleaning it, I was wondering how to do that.
You’re welcome 😊
How much does it take to wash and then automatic dry a normal load?
How much what does it take?
Thanks for another great video. I also have a front loader, when you didn’t pull off the white plug to drain the water I’m thinking no,no, when you turned the black cap. Lol.
LOL! Yep, lesson learned! 😜
This was very informative. Thank you for sharing!
You’re welcome Beth 😊
I just love you and all you share!🥰
Oh I always love your video posts. Love this. ❤️
Thanks Stephen 😊.
Your welcome Adelina ❤️
Terrific video, very comprehensive.
Thanks 😊.
Hi. I’m in England and have a washer dryer. I would love separate if I had space but our houses and kitchens are generally smaller(ours is 3m by 3m). In uk we tend to dry outdoors as much as possible. I tend to only use the dryer to fluff up towels when they are nearly dry. I find the dryer takes ages compared to you tube videos I watch from America. Also their machines seem much bigger too. We have a touring caravan for getaways so love watching your channel.
Hi Jo! Yes, that’s what I do as well. Dry outside in the summer and just fluff. Works great for one person I think. Take care ☺️.
I have separate washer and dryer. But my dryer isn't vented. We're not allowed vented dryers in our condo building. The building is very old. But we were allowed to have our suite plumbed for a washer and also have 220 wiring put in. Our dryer is a heat pump dryer. I love it. I might not like it, if I compared it to a regular in suite dryer. But when I compare it to schlepping my laundry down to the basement, possibly having to wait for an empty machine and needing to have loonies and toonies on me, I absolutely love my washer and heat pump dryer. The brand i have is Blomberg. It takes longer than a regular dryer, and there is a filter that you have to rinse out every third wash. But those are small downsides, in my opinion.
I enjoy your videos and have been following you for a while now. I’m 73, single with heart failure so Ive made some changes. I, like you, lived in a larger space, a house for 48 yrs in Seattle. I now live in an Intershelter Dome, insulated, 314 sq ft in back yard of my daughters family. Im on an island in SE Alaska. I had a condo here, which was nice, but I like more seclusion. I do have a storage unit still. I love my cozy dome. I bought a stackable washer/dryer but its not hooked up yet, and requires drilling through to vent. Which we can do, like we did for my propane waterless on demand water heater, which I love! I have researched the combos like yours but not lately so was interested how you get along with it. The complaints were that they don’t dry the clothes. I don’t want to hang up clothes to dry, but after watching your video I get the impression if I just fill it half way, it will dry? Am I correct on this? Love your beautiful and so well designed tiny home! You are methodical, smart, and so creative with your colors and decor. Love it. Thank you for your hard work on these videos, very helpful. Granny in TinyHomeAlaska
Hi Liz. Yes it will dry if you fill only to 50% capacity. It does take longer because the drum is smaller. Take care 😊🙏🏼
I have enough space to have a separate washer & dryer. I do use my dryer. I also leave my washer door open & I dry the inside down with a cloth. It was suggested to me to also open the area where soap is dispensed as moisture can collect there. My units are in my basement. My cat likes to go down there sometimes. When the washer door is open I do not let him down there. I also do not think he'd jump in but cats are unpredictable. 🐈
seems like a very efficent laundry system enjoy your videos
Thank you I enjoy your videos informative and inspiring ☕🌞
Thanks Timothy 😊.
I do like Haier products. I own a small chest freezer. I would get another one next time. Except, it would be an upright. Now, you have sold me on the all in one washer/dryer (I live in a small home and I think it would work for me).
A w/d is the only thing I wish I had in my rv/tiny house. Don’t miss a dishwasher, as I prefer to wash my dishes by hand anyway!
I don’t mind going to a laundromat, and in order to keep my rv on the smaller end a w/d wasn’t an option. But I do miss the convenience of having one.
Was a VENTED w/d combo an option for you in your tiny house?
Kari🌞
It DOES exist! I had always wondered why this wasn't a thing, but it turns out it is a thing after all. My wife and I are building a small home and this will be perfect for saving space. Great content, thank you!
Thanks Ryan 😊
Amazon has a lot of them
Nice Startup on The Haier Washer and Dryer I would do more startups soon on my clothes
I've been interested in knowing about these combo units, so this was very helpful, thank you. One thing--I'm assuming it dries electrically; is it an expensive appliance to run since it seems to need very long dryer cycle times, especially (presumably) for heavy things like towels? I feel quite a bit more knowledgeable about them now.
Yes its electric. I think that it would definitely take more electricity because it takes longer. Not an issue if you mostly hang you clothes like I do. ☺️
I just love your videos.
I got my combo yesterday, it says in the instructions book you suppose to empty the water out & clean the filter once a month. If you don’t do it regularly it could catch fire that’s what my instruction book said.
Thanks for showing how to use these washer/ dryer combo.
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For larger load like a bed blanket, we can get a larger combo machine I assume if you live in apartment or condo with limited space. Another pro is no need to take cloth out for drying process, cloth in and cloth out on one shot - just leave it on there until it is dried.
And how much does it take on a regular load for wash and dry
Very informative! Thank you so much!
You’re welcome 😊
I am a new owner of a combo washer/dryer. Thank you very much.
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Nice recovery ! Your taking a risk poking a sleeping cat ! Happy Sunday .
LOL! ☺️
Great video. We always leave the washer open too. Was wondering about moisture in a tiny house that would come from hanging clothes to dry inside?
I’ve never had an issue. In the summer I have the bathroom window open and in the winter the furnace blows warm air into the bathroom.
Lorraine, that was awesome video. Thank You
Thanks Lorraine 😊🙏🏼
Interesting. I would buy one of that w/d combo. I love your bathroom.
Thanks 😊
Thank you for doing a Canadian review! I lived in Switzerland and the UK so am very familiar with these units but the North American ones are not built to the same standards. Actually having one of these units was a huge luxury. Almost everyone just air dries. Very curious about your plumbing set up as I am in a tiny apartment and am considering a similar sink setup with the washer below. Would like to know your thoughts on running the full washer-dryer cycle.
I hardly ever use the dryer to fully dry. Normally I hang to dry and may use it to fluff up the towels after they hang dry. It takes a long time to dry a full load. I go to the laundromat for big loads and bedding. I know there are larger models that likely are better at drying than my size.
Hello, I just found your channel. Thank you for explaining how to use your washing machine, as I am getting one tomorrow and want to know a bit about it. As I have never had one before. I have moved into a townhouse, and my top-loaded washing machine won’t fit. It was time to get a new one anyway as my old one leaks water now…Thank you.
You're welcome. I find the wash cycle great. Drying takes a long time but I usually hang my clothes to dry so not an issue. Bedding is where I use the laundromat. Good luck!
Thank you for sharing! Great tips!
You're welcome ☺️
Great video and channel! Thank You for sharing.
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IN the 1960s my aunt had a Philco unit similar to this. But it was a full size unit.
I really like you Ms. You seem like a great person. Have a great day.
Thanks 😊
Also you liked that cute hanging thing, because the colour right?! :) I also leave the top up open to prevent creating too much moisture inside...such a small tip, but it does wonders to prevent further problems. Thanks again!
Great video!!
Thanks 😊
Very handy setup even better if you could reverse the swing of the washer door.
Great content. Thanks.
You’re welcome 😊
You do know that the quick wash setting is really only designed for around 3 or 4 small items and is more of a refresh cycle for something that isn’t really dirty or something worn for a few hours, All front loaders have suspension even a top loader in a property like yours would vibrate through the floor, These machines are the same size as all our machines in the uk and across Europe, you can wash anything in them as long as it fits in the drum, but as you say in a washer dryer you can’t dry a full load, if you did dry a complete bed set in it, it would come out quite creased, but you could probably fit 3 maybe 4 bed sets in it to wash, I’ve just 11 big jumbo bath sheets in my front loader here in the uk, ( luckily I have a separate dryer )
Great review! Very Pleasant way about you.
Thanks 😊
I live in a very small space and I use a hand crank washer. Clothes come out wet and I put them in a electric laundry spinner and then hang my clothes to dry. I was wondering about the strip you used for washing. Not sure if they would work well for my washer.
Great information👍🏻
Thanks 😊