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Thread Number: 60964
/ Tag: Modern Automatic Washers
which new fl? |
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| Post# 835871 , Reply# 3 8/10/2015 at 09:04 (3,180 days old) by Practigal () | ||
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Several brands ptch that certain of their washers are good on a second story. I would stick to those models. I would add a drain under the washer if possible. I would add a leak alarm under the washer. | ||
| Post# 835873 , Reply# 4 8/10/2015 at 09:13 (3,180 days old) by rahimlee54 () | ||
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The laundry room picture, the units will go in the foreground, bottom front in the open space you can see about half of.
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Post# 835901 , Reply# 7 8/10/2015 at 12:32 (3,180 days old) by henene4  (Heidenheim a.d. Brenz (Germany)) |
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While the SQ are generally pretty sturdy units, vibration reduction never been one of their best things. If you are concerned about vibration, you might consider a TL. By nature, they are less likely to translate vibrations into flooring. | ||
| Post# 835907 , Reply# 8 8/10/2015 at 13:02 (3,180 days old) by twintubdexter (Palm Springs) | ||
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| Post# 835916 , Reply# 9 8/10/2015 at 13:34 (3,180 days old) by mark_wpduet (Lexington KY) | ||
OMG
what a nice laundry room! It's HUGE! At least you'll never have to worry about cleaning a dryer vent run - it goes directly from the wall to the outside! I would give anything for that...
I've read about these anti-vibration pads they sell, and I've heard they work really well. Perhaps you could look into them? I'm not sure as I don't have second floor laundry. | ||
| Post# 835926 , Reply# 10 8/10/2015 at 15:11 (3,180 days old) by mr_b () | ||
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Second Floor? If your laundry room is on the second floor and you intend on getting a Speed Queen FL, I suggest you contact Speed Queen technical support directly and get their advice on doing so. This may be true for most front load washers as well. | ||
| Post# 835971 , Reply# 11 8/10/2015 at 18:24 (3,180 days old) by rahimlee54 () | ||
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It is technically the first floor over a finished basement, but contacting them is a good suggestion I will take. The front loaders are a requirement from my lovely wife ;). I would really like to get them for her if at all possible. Thanks | ||
| Post# 836022 , Reply# 12 8/10/2015 at 23:37 (3,179 days old) by georgect (Fairfield, CT) | ||
Know what would look good in that laundry room... | ||
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Post# 836051 , Reply# 13 8/11/2015 at 04:21 (3,179 days old) by henene4 (Heidenheim a.d. Brenz (Germany)) |
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True They might not last 20 years, but they get pretty good reviews, technology wise they aree pretty advanced, offer a lot of cycles and they even have a 2nd floor waranty, if I remember correctly. | ||
| Post# 836055 , Reply# 14 8/11/2015 at 05:13 (3,179 days old) by qualin (Canada) | ||
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Man, a set of Speed Queen Imperials would look amazing in that room. CLICK HERE TO GO TO qualin's LINK | ||
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Post# 836058 , Reply# 15 8/11/2015 at 05:27 (3,179 days old) by Frigilux (The Minnesota Prairie) |
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Maytag's top-of-the-line 8100 pair are very near the top of the ratings at Consumer Reports. It's the set I'd choose were I replacing my Frigidaires. 4.5 cu. ft. capacity. Excellent rating for cleaning. They are very steady on standard floors.
I've steered a few friends toward LG and all are very happy with them. Two of the sets are installed on standard (not cement) floors with no vibration issues. If you go for one of the very large models near the top-of-the-line, be sure to check doorway measurements. The behemoth models won't pass through the doorway of my laundry room. Many well-featured standard-size models are available. Speed Queen gets a huge boost from the members of this website due to its construction and longer warranty. They've had significant vibration issues in the past, although the new, redesigned washer may be better. The tub size is smaller than most new machines-- I believe around 3.3 cu. ft. It also has no internal water heater (as does the Maytag and several LGs), something I think is crucial in a front-loader. It gives the option for truly hot water by using steam, allergy, or sanitize cycles. Your laundry area is beautiful! Be sure to check back and let us know which pair you decide upon. We love followup. CLICK HERE TO GO TO Frigilux's LINK 
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| Post# 836604 , Reply# 17 8/14/2015 at 12:43 (3,176 days old) by rahimlee54 () | ||
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Do the Sq units see any discount? They were inflated then marked down to msrp where I went. | ||
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