Smaller spaces demand smaller appliances and as young people set up their first home and retirees downsize, compact washer and dryer sets are slowly growing in popularity. Manufacturers took note and ...

Compact washers -- With a door located on the front of the washer, one needs to stoop in order to load it. Compacts get clothes clean by tumbling them into water. Clothes are lifted to the top of the ...

If you're tight on space for a washer and dryer, there might be a solution: a compact model. Having your own washer and dryer is more convenient than using the local laundromat. Other WRAL Top Stories ...

Sometimes, you just want a simple washing machine that cleans well and doesn't have too many extras. If that sounds good, Kenmore's $830 26132 top-load washer could be for you. Here's what I like ...

The LG WashTower stacked laundry center boasts the same load capacity as a traditional washer and dryer but occupies only half the space. It offers six wash and dry cycles, including a special one ...

Kenmore's 41072 performs well and can hold a lot more laundry than your standard front-load washer, making it a huge asset for larger families. With a huge drum capacity, above-average cleaning power, ...

Shopping for a new washer and dryer can feel like stepping into an entirely different world of features, finishes, and price tags. Do you go for smart capabilities? Stick with tried-and-true basics?

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