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Miele W3922wps V W3824wps

As a new member of Washerhelp my wife and I are looking for some guidance. Having had a variety of washing machines over the years, non of which were particularly reliable excep...

ALalanfg41over 19 years ago
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Different letters at end but same model number, what's the difference?

Hi, I'm looking to buy a freestanding silver coloured washing machine costing around £300. I thought I'd made my decision today in Currys - they have a Bosch WAE2416SG for £329....

DJdjcjover 19 years ago
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Maytag

Maytag / Asko?

I'm considering the purchase of a Maytag MAF9601AEW washing machine. I understand that these machines are built by Asko for Maytag. Does anyone have any experience of this model...

JOJonMover 19 years ago
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Miele

Miele W524 Prestige Plus

Hi Had my new Miele W524 Prestige Plus, (John Lewis exclusive) delivered 4 days ago. So far I can report it's great, have done various loads, and it's quiet, and cleans well. Ro...

FIFionaover 19 years ago
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Should I buy new washing machine to reduce water consumption?

I have a bosch washer dryer that is 10 years old. Our water is metered, our bills seem quite high. Hoping to see a reduction now that we have a new dryer (only use in wet weathe...

THthedoghouseover 19 years ago

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Bosch

What is Bosch quality like?

I am bidding on a second hand machine for my sister as she keeps bringing washing here . The seller will deliver the machine (Bosch 1201) He says the Machine is 5 years old but...

JOJoe90over 19 years ago
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Miele

What To Buy? Aeg L14510 Or Miele W2839i Ss

In the process of kitchen rebuilt, and we are intending to go with either integrated, or semi-integrated laundry rather then freestansing - I realise this limits the options! th...

JUjustin991over 19 years ago
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Should I buy a cheap washing machine?

I've spent a fair amount of time looking around for a new machine. My current Bosch WFG2420 is a bit broken and may need replacing. One of the things which I'm seeing repeated i...

RORollingJover 19 years ago
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LG

My Lg Wd 12331 review

We have purchased this machine after reading Washerhelps review, and we found it at a good price, (£330 inc vat and delivery) It comes with a one year manufacturers warranty. We...

WOwobblydrumover 19 years ago
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Miele

Miele Aftersales experience

We all know that Miele produce some fantastic washing machines and the after care is like being smothered by a thick feather duvet! Did you know thay also make Dishwashers, Tumb...

KAkaratedragonover 19 years ago

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Samsung

Samsung Washing Machines?

My friend is buying a SAMSUNG J1253GW/XEU washing machine. Any comments Mr. Washerhelp? I am not keen and tried to persuade him to go the extra mile and get the Miele Premier 52...

KAkaratedragonover 19 years ago
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Miele

Which Miele Washing Machine?

I've just bought my first house and am looking at buying a miele washing machine. I'm after one with a 1600 spin but don't know which one of the current range to get (I'd prefer...

RArachel123over 19 years ago
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LG

Any Opinions On Lg Washing Machines?

I am hoping someone can offer an opinion on LG brand of washing machines? I got the idea that a direct drive might be a good thing, but am not sure? Is this a good quality machi...

WOwobblydrumover 19 years ago
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Miele

Miele W 3740

I am currently the proud owner of a Miele W 3740 washing machine. Look out for a big review of it soon (I'll post a link here when it's ready) In the mean time anyone interested...

WHWhitegoodshelpover 19 years ago
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Why does economy wash take longer than normal wash?

I was relieved to find this site earlier in the year - even though I've been using washing machines for decades, making a choice is something of a minefield. The site is excelle...

PSpscrub02over 19 years ago

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No customer accessible filter

Hi, an excellent resource, thanx Washerhelp:-) Our machine is coming up for 6 months old and is waiting it's third engineer visit. Not that it's faulty as such, it washes and dr...

NINigover 19 years ago
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Miele

Miele Vs Ise - Which One To Have?

Hi Our Bosch Maxx (WFL 226L) is giving up the ghost, can't manage to complete the wash cycle, stops about three quarters of the way through, and then I have to switch dial round...

FIFionaover 19 years ago
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Need To Buy A New Washing Machine

I need to get a new washing machine as our AEG Lavamat 6100 is beyond repair as the drum is corroded and would cost too much too repair. What would you recommend? Originally was...

JOJohnFBover 19 years ago
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Washing Machines

Do I need to fill the drum when loading washing machine?

I read on the Whitegoodshelp site that you should do a full load but leave a 3 or 4 inch gap at the top. That's what I do. My washing machine has a 6 kg capacity, but each load...

NINicko1980over 19 years ago
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So Many Choices Help Me Please

Hi all, Firstly invaluable website, many thanks, secondly onto the question. I currently have an integrated washing machine and it is now time to replace her, not particularly l...

PApartytimeover 19 years ago

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