When we moved into our current home in 2001 we purchased a new Staber washing machine. It is the most efficient washer available based on energy, water, and detergent usage. It is particularly pleasing to know that it was designed and is still manufactured by a family owned business based in Ohio.
Looking down into the hexagonal washing chamber |
Front view with cover removed |
While this machine is relatively expensive at $1300, I am sure it has saved us hundreds of dollars in energy, water, and detergent. Overall we have been extremely pleased with it, although my wife occasionally complains that it is a bit harsh on delicates. If you are looking to replace your machine with a beautifully engineered piece of American design and want something extremely efficient - look no further than Staber!
We use a Fisher & Paykel Ecosmart toploader washer with lower water usage, variable speed motor, and 1000 RPM spin dry with good results. The US dryer technology needs a step change and will be a "next big thing" for some company. It needs to use outside air to avoid dumping conditioned air. It needs modern furnace, heat recovery, and or heat pump technology. Today's electric dryers are installed in 75% of homes and waste tremendous energy compared to conventional gas. Both exhaust huge amounts of indoor air. An opportunity for the next Steve Jobs of the appliance world. Probably will be a Chinese or Japanese innovator.
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