Clothes dryer

[wizzyslurpee]

I didn't say I don't believe you, I'm just saying there must be some way around it. Not everyone can afford a condenser dryer.

As surprising as this may be, many people actually don't use dryers. They have this misconception that their electricity bill will shoot up a lot. Then they use the real reason or fake excuse that they prefer sun-kissed clothes.

Many people just make do with the dryer function in their washing machine and then hang the clothes up/out to dry.

I find the dryer pretty much indispensable. You can wash something and have it all dry very quickly. E.g. 30 min quick wash in washing machine, and another 30 min spinning in the dryer (time varies).

It's especially useful when you need something in a hurry for various reasons (which is actually not that uncommon).

 

[derrickgoh]

Yup, just go for the basic no-frills one then. If you have new requirements in future, you can always "upgrade" then.

Regarding the dryer, the air is not so strong one. Unless you are sitting right next to the dryer, within 30cm or so, you won't likely feel it. I tried both the back vent and front vent, both are cool!

I thought they were all back vent? LOL!

Well if all features are similar I would think front vent is better no? If back vent you have to leave a large gap between dryer and wall.

 

[derrickgoh]

As surprising as this may be, many people actually don't use dryers. They have this misconception that their electricity bill will shoot up a lot. Then they use the real reason or fake excuse that they prefer sun-kissed clothes.

Many people just make do with the dryer function in their washing machine and then hang the clothes up/out to dry.

I find the dryer pretty much indispensable. You can wash something and have it all dry very quickly. E.g. 30 min quick wash in washing machine, and another 30 min spinning in the dryer (time varies).

It's especially useful when you need something in a hurry for various reasons (which is actually not that uncommon).

Depends on the flat I guess. If your flat is high floor and is usually very windy then I guess its fine to air dry it. Only problem is during rainy seasons.

My new flat is low floor and not very windy. So depending on the wind to dry might be a challenge. Hence the decision to search for a dryer. Will probably NOT set to highest setting. I hear that spoils clothes and obviously electricity bill is higher.

Was told its better to put second highest setting and the just air dry the clothes after that. Unless maybe during rainy season then no choice lah, just set to high.

BTW is it a hassle to clean the filter? I heard got lots of lint. Do you just vacuum it out or how? I heard some people said to clean the filter after each use of the dryer. Serious ah? Sounds pretty hardcore. LOL!

 

[wizzyslurpee]

I thought they were all back vent? LOL!

Well if all features are similar I would think front vent is better no? If back vent you have to leave a large gap between dryer and wall.

Um... I think you should be able to switch for most models. I can either do a tubing and pass the pass through the "back", or use the default front vent "window". The latter is less of a hassle and it works fine for me.

One disadvantage of front vent is just that if you are standing near the vent (within e.g. 30cm), you can feel the wind. That's not really a problem for me coss it's just space within 30cm for me.

Depends on the flat I guess. If your flat is high floor and is usually very windy then I guess its fine to air dry it. Only problem is during rainy seasons.

My new flat is low floor and not very windy. So depending on the wind to dry might be a challenge. Hence the decision to search for a dryer. Will probably NOT set to highest setting. I hear that spoils clothes and obviously electricity bill is higher.

Was told its better to put second highest setting and the just air dry the clothes after that. Unless maybe during rainy season then no choice lah, just set to high.

BTW is it a hassle to clean the filter? I heard got lots of lint. Do you just vacuum it out or how? I heard some people said to clean the filter after each use of the dryer. Serious ah? Sounds pretty hardcore. LOL!

After we got our first dryer, we never went back.

Unless you have a maid and plan to exploit her to sun-kiss the clothes, then by all means.

The filter? No lah, it is very easy to clean one. Just don't be too violent if you want to reuse it as many times as possible. You can probably finish the whole cleaning operations in 15~30 seconds. You don't need to use a vacuum. Just use your fingers or use tissue... the likes.

 

[derrickgoh]

The filter? No lah, it is very easy to clean one. Just don't be too violent if you want to reuse it as many times as possible. You can probably finish the whole cleaning operations in 15~30 seconds. You don't need to use a vacuum. Just use your fingers or use tissue... the likes.

Oh can use finger? I thought the lint will be like powdery. LOL! So its more like cotton wool fluff lah.

Have no issues with the hot air coming out the front if its only 30 cm as you said. At least I can leave a small gap between the wall and the dryer. If its back exhaust I need to leave much wider gap at the back.

 

[wizzyslurpee]

Oh can use finger? I thought the lint will be like powdery. LOL! So its more like cotton wool fluff lah.

Have no issues with the hot air coming out the front if its only 30 cm as you said. At least I can leave a small gap between the wall and the dryer. If its back exhaust I need to leave much wider gap at the back.

Yup, it's closer to cotton wool fluff than powdery. It's like what you see in the filter for vacuum cleaner.

 

[wizzyslurpee]

Here's a picture I took of my dryer filter for your reference:

I normally clean off the lint using a tissue... as gently as my patience allows.

As you can see, we have been too lazy to clean it for quite some time. The dryer instructions will likely ask you to clean your filter after every spin but really, if you do that, you will need to change your filter quite often since you will likely tear it soon. I personally would go with once a day or when the lint gets a bit thick (which will depend on your clothes so just do a visual examination).

ps - filters don't all look the same. My previous dryer's was a round mesh of sort (I like my current one better).

 

[derrickgoh]

You mean the filter is THAT fragile? Gee I hope the fluff doesn't stick to the filter too much if not it will take ages to remove.

 

[wizzyslurpee]

You mean the filter is THAT fragile? Gee I hope the fluff doesn't stick to the filter too much if not it will take ages to remove.

If you are gentle, you should be able to reuse the filter for a year or 2 at least.

Actually, you get fluff pretty much every spin. It's just how much. If you don't dry a lot of clothes, then it is not a big issue. For my house, we always joke that we are like a laundry shop.

 

[derrickgoh]

If you are gentle, you should be able to reuse the filter for a year or 2 at least.

Actually, you get fluff pretty much every spin. It's just how much. If you don't dry a lot of clothes, then it is not a big issue. For my house, we always joke that we are like a laundry shop.

Roughly how much does the filter cost and are you able to buy filters as easily as say vacuum cleaner dust bags? Can just get from Courts or Best Denki or must go back to manufacturer.

Have no need to change my air con filters yet. They are black from dirt and despite me soaking in soapy water, I can't get the black out. But at least still in usable condition. If need to replace I think mati. Have never seen air con filters on sale at Courts or Best Denki.

 

[wizzyslurpee]

Roughly how much does the filter cost and are you able to buy filters as easily as say vacuum cleaner dust bags? Can just get from Courts or Best Denki or must go back to manufacturer.

Have no need to change my air con filters yet. They are black from dirt and despite me soaking in soapy water, I can't get the black out. But at least still in usable condition. If need to replace I think mati. Have never seen air con filters on sale at Courts or Best Denki.

Probably in the tens of dollars. You have to check with the salesman for this because it depends on the brand and model. I managed to get by without buying a single filter. Just use until torn then make do lor. When you really cannot stand it anymore, likely it is time to change a new dryer.

Of course, if you are buying the top end model, then you will want to protect your dryer by using fully working filters. I just buy the cheapest or second cheapest dryer so...

For air con, I just leave it to the occasional air con guy... never did DIY though I read we are supposed to do it once a month or so... the situation is still ok for me.

Think through all aspects and note down your questions to ask the salesman. A good salesman should have most if not all answers.

 

[derrickgoh]

Probably in the tens of dollars. You have to check with the salesman for this because it depends on the brand and model. I managed to get by without buying a single filter. Just use until torn then make do lor. When you really cannot stand it anymore, likely it is time to change a new dryer.

Of course, if you are buying the top end model, then you will want to protect your dryer by using fully working filters. I just buy the cheapest or second cheapest dryer so...

For air con, I just leave it to the occasional air con guy... never did DIY though I read we are supposed to do it once a month or so... the situation is still ok for me.

Think through all aspects and note down your questions to ask the salesman. A good salesman should have most if not all answers.

Have seen some CMI sales people. Hopefully I come across a knowledgeable one.

 

[ArtURtlE]

anyone got any reviews on this brand kuche for condenser dryer? KUCHE CONDENSER DRYER (8KG) DCF8000W Dryers - Courts Online Shopping

 

[derrickgoh]

anyone got any reviews on this brand kuche for condenser dryer? KUCHE CONDENSER DRYER (8KG) DCF8000W Dryers - Courts Online Shopping

Sure is cheap for a condenser. I personally have not heard of Kuche. I know some people say for washing machine and dryer best is go German if can afford. Kuche sounds German though it may not be.

 

[wizzyslurpee]

Have seen some CMI sales people. Hopefully I come across a knowledgeable one.

Many are CMI because they do not have the years of experience. If they do not plan to make it their lifelong career, they would also not have invested much time and effort to learn more about the products they are selling.

Just ask at point blank to speak to the most senior guy or someone who knows more if the salesman cannot answer your questions. Usually there will at least be one guy who can-MI.

 

[derrickgoh]

Many are CMI because they do not have the years of experience. If they do not plan to make it their lifelong career, they would also not have invested much time and effort to learn more about the products they are selling.

Just ask at point blank to speak to the most senior guy or someone who knows more if the salesman cannot answer your questions. Usually there will at least be one guy who can-MI.

You seem pretty experienced so I'll ask you this. I have gone TV shopping before and asked about Brand A. One saleman will tell me its good and recommend it. I come back on another day and another salesman says Brand A no good and recommends Brand B. Clearly, one guy is the promoter for Brand A and the other for Brand B.

So when I go shopping for fridge, washing machine, dryer, etc how do I ensure what I get is the "correct info" and not the same case where promoter for A badmouths all other brands?

I mean they all wear the same uniform and its not as though they were name tags saying who is promoter for which brand.

 

[wizzyslurpee]

You seem pretty experienced so I'll ask you this. I have gone TV shopping before and asked about Brand A. One saleman will tell me its good and recommend it. I come back on another day and another salesman says Brand A no good and recommends Brand B. Clearly, one guy is the promoter for Brand A and the other for Brand B.

So when I go shopping for fridge, washing machine, dryer, etc how do I ensure what I get is the "correct info" and not the same case where promoter for A badmouths all other brands?

I mean they all wear the same uniform and its not as though they were name tags saying who is promoter for which brand.

I would suggest you do your research beforehand. Google around and think of questions to ask - then try to answer them yourself first using Google.

Then walk around different stores and don't be embarrassed about asking questions you think silly or stupid. Just ask. Even if you already have the answers online, ask anyway because what you got online may not be complete, or you may realize the salesman was obviously bullsh*ting. Speak to enough salesmen and you will be a semi-expert. (But home appliances are not so complicated... you don't need to know how the light bulb works to use a light bulb right? )

You can also use this tactic - just now, so and so salesman says brand A is better than brand B, with the following advantages... how come you say brand B is better now?

Imagine you are the judge and these 2 salesmen are lawyers. You weigh the merits of both cases then make your own decision. If you have done some research beforehand, you will be able to more or less make an informed decision. Good luck hunting ~

 

[rachdanon]

Digging up an older thread. Read in a few posts of leaving clothes to air dry after taking out from the dryer....does that mean just dumping them in a heap or hanging them out 1 by 1 on a clothesline? For me the whole pupose of buying a dryer is to save time n space to hang up the clothes to dry.....

Thinking of getting one, appreciate a response..

 

[chungpy]

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[crunsik]

anyone able to recommend any washer or dryer?

should i go for those that needs replaceable once every 2-3years or to get a Bosch or Miele?