More than two years ago when I had my Canadian guy friend came for a visit and stayed at home, I let him experience an authentic Filipino way of living. Among the things he was able to do is how a typical Pinoy home wash their laundry — by hand. It was not a fun chore to do especially if you are not used to it. He said this is one of the things he didn’t like doing because it involved a lot of getting his hands wet (and maybe if he is not careful,he will get his shoes wet too! because he didn’t took off his shoes when he did).
I’ve to admit, I was kinda embarrassed and a bit offended when he said that. It is kinda hard to explain how things work in the Philippines to a foreigner who lived in a rich country where water is free flowing from the faucet compared to here that you have to wait for your turn because of the water rationing system. With that said, I lead you to my laundry area where you can see two drum of water storage (small and large) , laundry basins, and my top load washing machine.
- Since water is scarce I use the washing machine to wash the dirty laundry, if there’s water supply coming from the faucet I’d fill the wash tub up. But if there’s no water from the faucet yet then I load the wash tub manually. It takes about the whole small drum to fill u the washer tub!
- I rinse by hand about three times, and then soak with fabric conditioner…
- Then I use the dryer to squeeze off all those excess water before before I hang the clothes to totally dry by air and sunlight!
I though that was normal way of doing this chore or well when you do things for the longest time it becomes the norm. Until I got acquainted with the Electrolux Time Manager front load washing machine during the Mommy Knows Best event two weeks ago at the Electrolux Customer Service Hub at Osmena Highway in Makati City.
- An Electrolux Time Manager front load machine saves Money ,Time and the Environment as it saves water, electricity, detergent and time because of the Load Sensor that detects the weight of the laundry. It then detects the amount optimal amount of water, detergent and wash cycle needed to get the load clean. A top load washing machine uses and average of 160 liters of water the time machine uses an average of 49 liters of water only. You also need to submerge the clothes in water in the top load washer. You don;t need to do that with the Time Machine front load washing machine.
- Saves electricity because of it’s Inverter Drive System that cuts your electric consumption by half! The Time Machine uses a rough estimate of 225 watts while a front load uses about 400-500 watts in average.
- Since it is the Time Machine you can delay the time when your was starts or ends with the time settings. With a top load you only have to rely on the timer.
- Removes allergens in clothes by 99.9% through it’s Vapour Action and Reflesh Cycle that relaxes the fibers and streams out the wrinkles in your clothes. If you use the spin dryer from you top load machine it will get the clothes super wrinkled. .
- If you buy an Electrolux Time Machine, they will deliver it straight to your home, assess your home and install it according to your household needs, hold a demo on how to use the machine . But the customer service doesn’t stop after installing your machine as it has a lifetime warranty too. With Electrolux new Customer Service Hub all parts and everything
You may watch this video explaining the top-of-the line features of the Time Manager Machine
The Electrolux Time Manager Machine price range starts from Php32,900.00 for a washer, while the washer plus dryer starts at Php50,900.00.. While it may sound expensive, the amount you save in time, water,electricity, detergent and even fabric conditioner I can say it is worth an investment.
GIVEAWAY ALERT!
Having said that I ask, if given a chance, would you like to make the switch from a top load to a front load washing machine too?
Answer this question at the comment box below (fill up the form for name/email) and get a chance to win the following: an IKEA laundry basket,an IKEA Kids Clothes Hanger, a Surf Liquid Detergent and an Electrolux Steam Iron!
Giveaway runs from July 28, 2013 until Augus.t 18, 2013 1:59PM. The winner will be announced on August 26,2013. Only those who have Philippine residence/address can join as the prize will be shipped to the said address.
The Electrolux Customer Service Hub is located at the Grundfos Building, 5548 Osmeña Highway, Brgy. San Isidro, Makati City. You may also email wecare@electrolux.com or call 845-CARE (2273) to reach the Electrolux Customer Care Team
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Who doesn’t want to SAVE MONEY, TIME and ENVIRONMENT in washing his DIRTY CLOTHES? Because I really DO. That is why I would love to DO THE SWITCH! It is so hard to earn MONEY these days, so having said that, I should try everything I can do to save more money and instead of spending it in my laundry, I could save it for my kids tuition fees. Time is one valuable thing that we can’t get back when it passes us by, so if I could save TIME, instead of spending some of it in my laundry area, why not spend it with my kids? Lastly, I am a lover of the Environment. I am helping the environment in small ways, such as using eco-bags, walking instead of riding the car, and by using the front load washing machine could help me save the environment, I could SWITCH now!
If given a chance, I would like to make the switch from a top load to a front load washing machine, too because I discovered that the front-loading machine has many greatest advantages:
Efficiency:
While a top-loading machine requires enough water to cover all the clothes in its drum, a front-loading washer needs only a third of that amount because its drum is set horizontally in the machine. As the drum turns, it uses gravity to drop the clothes back into the water. And while a top-loading machine will empty the soapy water and refill for a rinse agitation cycle, a front-loading machine just sprays clean water on the load as the drum continues to turn, saving gallons. Since there’s no agitator in a front-loading machine, there’s a lot more room for dirty clothes – and larger loads means fewer loads.
Finally, the front-loading machine’s spin mechanism can reach up to 1,000 rpm, as opposed to the standard top-loader’s average 650 rpm. That means less water left in the laundry, which in turn gives you a shorter drying time, saving energy there, too.
Space:
Most front-loading washers can be stacked with a companion dryer, an impossible feat for standard top-loaders, except for a mere few models. If floor space is important to you, a front-loading washer is the better choice.
Clothing life:
There’s no question that agitators are tough on your clothes. Because only gravity is at work in a front-loading machine, you’ll save a lot of wear and tear on your laundry, extending the life of your clothes and linens.
Cost:
In this department, the front-loading washer is at a significant disadvantage. Typically, they cost a minimum of several hundred dollars more than their top-loading counterparts. This initial outlay will be recouped, of course, in energy costs over the long run, but if you can only budget $500 or less for a washer, you’ll have to go with the traditional top-loading model.
Ergonomics:
If bending or kneeling is difficult for you, stay with a top-loading machine. You’ll need to kneel or bend to load the clothes as well as remove the wet load from a front-loading washer. When the machines are stacked, the washer goes on the bottom, so there’s no relief there, either.
Last-minute lid-flipping:
We’ve all run back to the washing machine to toss in a just-found pair of socks or T-shirt after the machine has started. But with a front-loading machine, there’s no turning back once you push the start button. The door locks until the cycle has ended. There are however, a few models that allow a few seconds to add a garment, but once that light or time has elapsed, your clothing has to wait for the next load.
Detergents:
Although you can use any kind of laundry detergent in a top-loader, your detergent selection may be a bit limited with a front-loading machine, depending on the manufacturer. Most manufacturers of front-loading washers recommend using an HE low-sudsing detergent; these are becoming more widely available all the time.
In the conservation department, the front-loading machine is a clear winner, saving water, energy and, of course, money over the life of the machine. The major detractor for most consumers is the larger initial cash outlay; front-loaders often cost $800 or more compared with around $350 for a good top-loader.
im all in in saving earth and precious time and it also saves space 🙂
Definitely, i will switching from TOP LOAD to FRONT LOAD WASHERS because of FRONT LOAD WASHERS are:
E – Energy Efficient ( Front Load Washers are known to be more energy efficient.
L – Less Water Needed
E – Easy to Use
C – Classy and Stylish
T – Takes care of clothes better (Toss Technology)
R – Results are good (cleaner clothes)
O – Overall satisfaction for the user
L – Life gets easier by using it
U – Unbelievably, affordable now compared before and a genuine
X – Xtraordinary Experience
Wow all these awesome features? Definitely would love to make a big switch if given the chance. As a full time mom I can already imagine the benefits of having one, allows me to save money, detergent and time. Meaning more time to spend with the kids. 🙂