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We have started our research to become fulltimers. For all that have dishwashers in your RV, is it worth losing the space? Do they work effectively?
My next question is washer/dryer. Which system is better washer/dryer combination or separ... moreGreetings,
We have started our research to become fulltimers. For all that have dishwashers in your RV, is it worth losing the space? Do they work effectively?
My next question is washer/dryer. Which system is better washer/dryer combination or separate appliances? I have heard horror stories about laundry taking all day to do in the washer/dryer combinations.
DebbieT October 11, 2019Hello! I can highly recommend the separate stackable washer/dryer units.... we used a combination unit overseas, and they were a nightmare. The separate ones work best for us. We don't have a dishwasher, so can't address that - though I ... moreHello! I can highly recommend the separate stackable washer/dryer units.... we used a combination unit overseas, and they were a nightmare. The separate ones work best for us. We don't have a dishwasher, so can't address that - though I can say that I don't miss it. And appreciate the extra space I have that is *not* being used by a dishwasher. less
Patte M October 11, 2019
We have a Splendid combo. I use for small loads, like doing whites and delicates. It works great but I can see if you wanted to do larger loads it could be time-consuming. I usually take larger loads, (sheets, jeans and such) to a laundromat.
Beth AllenOctober 12, 2019
Thanks for the input...gratelly appreciate it.
Bill Joyce (and wife Diane Melde) October 11, 2019Many with dishwashers add a water softener unit to keep the jets clean. These are external units that look like huge water filters and run $200 to $300. We have the water softener, since Arizona and other places have hard water, but we do not have a... moreMany with dishwashers add a water softener unit to keep the jets clean. These are external units that look like huge water filters and run $200 to $300. We have the water softener, since Arizona and other places have hard water, but we do not have an automatic dishwasher.
If you want everything done in one day, then a combination washer/dryer is not for you. We have a vented Splendide washer/dryer combo and it takes 5 to 7 loads to handle a week of laundry, with each load taking 3 to 3-1/2 hours. Not a problem for us, since we do 2 to 3 loads a day, but many don''t like that schedule. Sheets are two loads, towels are two loads, the rest are clothes. We very rarely use a laundromat. less
Beth AllenOctober 12, 2019
Did you add the dishwasher on your own after purchase?
Debbie LockeyOctober 11, 2019
No dishwasher here. But, I love my stackable washer and dryer! I wash everything except my king quilt and the quilted sofa covers. You do have to do smaller loads, but it's all good.
Tony & Robin October 11, 2019If you have the space and can handle the weight, stackables are better. If you get the all-in-one unit, be sure it is the vented model (we have the Splendide).
As for the dishwasher, we installed the Vesta a few months ago and love it. Before... moreIf you have the space and can handle the weight, stackables are better. If you get the all-in-one unit, be sure it is the vented model (we have the Splendide).
As for the dishwasher, we installed the Vesta a few months ago and love it. Before we got it, the dishes would pile up in the sink and on the counter. Now they go right in the dishwasher and when we have a full load, we run it. Then we put them away at our convenience. less
Beth AllenOctober 12, 2019
So you had your dishwasher installed after purchase. Was it difficult? How much space did you lose?
SouthParkSteve October 11, 2019I actually use a Splendide combo washer/dryer at home, as my house is very small...and only has 1 closet......
You do have to do more frequent, smaller loads, and it can take 3-4 hours for a complete wash/dry cycle. However, because you... moreI actually use a Splendide combo washer/dryer at home, as my house is very small...and only has 1 closet......
You do have to do more frequent, smaller loads, and it can take 3-4 hours for a complete wash/dry cycle. However, because you don't have to switch between washing and drying, you can set it and leave it alone. You can also separate out washing and drying cycles if needed, so you don't HAVE to run the full 3-4 hour cycle if you don't want to dry the clothes.
The one complaint is that if you dry your clothes completely and do not take them out right away, you end up with a huge ball of wrinkles. You can get around that by drying them ALMOST completely, but taking them out just before they are completely dry. Or....just make sure you take your clothes out as soon as it finishes drying..... less
Mike & Sharon October 11, 2019Welcome. We researched for over a year before deciding to go fulltiming.I've never had a combo w/d but according to my research..wouldn't want one.We have a vented Splendide stackable w/d.I do a load almost every day and have no problem to keep up with my... moreWelcome. We researched for over a year before deciding to go fulltiming.I've never had a combo w/d but according to my research..wouldn't want one.We have a vented Splendide stackable w/d.I do a load almost every day and have no problem to keep up with my husband's & my laundry.No dishwasher because I didn't want to loose 3 drawers. less
Renee & KevinOctober 11, 2019
We didn’t have one, bought it, installed it and hated it. We now do our dishes by hand and are very happy to do so. Our just wouldn’t dissolve the soap effectively and it was just a big pain in the neck.
TomcamperOctober 11, 2019Washer/Dryer. Dishwasher, wow. You haven't left home yet. How many dishes and clothes are you bringing? Unless you are staying somewhere with full hookups a lot, that's a lot of gray water. Add the shower and sinks the campgrounds are going to love you. H... moreWasher/Dryer. Dishwasher, wow. You haven't left home yet. How many dishes and clothes are you bringing? Unless you are staying somewhere with full hookups a lot, that's a lot of gray water. Add the shower and sinks the campgrounds are going to love you. Had a dishwasher never used it, paper plates and five minutes at the sink. laundries are never too far away or you can soak clothes in the sink and hang outside or in the shower. Good luck with all that weight. less
Beth AllenOctober 12, 2019
Thanks, I appreciate your honesty. give us something else to think about.
sailsamOctober 11, 2019Laundry - I take it to the laundry facilities in almost every RV park we've been in during the last 2+ years and 17 states. I meet MANY other RVrs that I'd not meet if I didn't go to the laundry facilities. As for dishes, since there's only th... moreLaundry - I take it to the laundry facilities in almost every RV park we've been in during the last 2+ years and 17 states. I meet MANY other RVrs that I'd not meet if I didn't go to the laundry facilities. As for dishes, since there's only the two of us my wife finds that the dishwasher she has is adequate - that's me. She cooks, we both eat, I wash. Works for us. (She has learned to put up with my imperfect dishwashing - and many other imperfections.) less
Beth AllenOctober 12, 2019
Sounds like you have a great relationship. Thanks for the info.
Jack & Cathy JohnsonOctober 11, 2019We have a dishwasher and stacked washer dryer. Love both! For me it’s like being in a small apartment. Just don’t use when we boondock..... but would not be without them both. The dishwasher keeps my kitchen always clean and when traveling I just pop a lo... moreWe have a dishwasher and stacked washer dryer. Love both! For me it’s like being in a small apartment. Just don’t use when we boondock..... but would not be without them both. The dishwasher keeps my kitchen always clean and when traveling I just pop a load of clothes in when we stop for the night. We have been full timing for 12 years.
But it is a personal choice.
Life is good!!😊 less
Beth AllenOctober 12, 2019
Thanks for your input. Was the dishwasher installed when you purchased the RV or did you add it later on? What brand of w/d do you have and were they installed at purchase?
Jack & Cathy JohnsonOctober 19, 2019
My hubby added a drawer Dishwasher in this rig but our other one came from factory with one. Other MH also had a combo also
But this one has a stacked Whirlpool which I love.
John David (US TOUR ONE) October 12, 2019I have a washer/dryer combo and travel solo. I wouldn't dare use it boondocking as it consumes too much water. It DOES take a long time to do a very small load, like maybe, 2 pairs of jeans and two shirts when hooked-up, but, I still like having it. I ca... moreI have a washer/dryer combo and travel solo. I wouldn't dare use it boondocking as it consumes too much water. It DOES take a long time to do a very small load, like maybe, 2 pairs of jeans and two shirts when hooked-up, but, I still like having it. I can do about 4 - 5 (again, very small loads) in a day. less
Dream ChasersOctober 12, 2019We have a stackable washer/dryer and can't imagine full-timing without it. I can wash 3 loads before emptying the grey tank. Running the dryer while traveling (on the generator) is a good way to exercise the generator. We also have a dis... moreWe have a stackable washer/dryer and can't imagine full-timing without it. I can wash 3 loads before emptying the grey tank. Running the dryer while traveling (on the generator) is a good way to exercise the generator. We also have a dishwasher and agree it keeps the kitchen clean. DH swears it uses less water as I tend to wash up as I cook. Also, we don't use disposables. less
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Merry Christmas to all.
TheClearyClan October 12, 2019We have neither the appliances or the space for them in our Class-C. My thoughts on the washer and dryer are if it's a combination then if the dryer breaks the washer is also broke. If they are a stacked arrangement then when one breaks you don't have to ... moreWe have neither the appliances or the space for them in our Class-C. My thoughts on the washer and dryer are if it's a combination then if the dryer breaks the washer is also broke. If they are a stacked arrangement then when one breaks you don't have to replace both and you can wash and dry at the same time. I do much of the laundry at home. I will be washing load two while drying load one.
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TheClearyClan October 12, 2019
For those of you who have a dishwasher, do the dishes travel better in the dishwasher or in the cabinets?
Bob
Bounder BoundOctober 12, 2019
The stories are true about the combos! We now have stackables. The dryer is convection dryer and it doesn’t create any heat or humidity in the RV.
Rick & Lil October 13, 2019We are with "sailsam" in that she cooks & I wash.....usually. So, no dishwasher works OK for us (just 2 of us). As far as the washer dryer issue goes, we went with just washer. We found that some campground/resort washers laundry rooms leave a lot to be d... moreWe are with "sailsam" in that she cooks & I wash.....usually. So, no dishwasher works OK for us (just 2 of us). As far as the washer dryer issue goes, we went with just washer. We found that some campground/resort washers laundry rooms leave a lot to be desired. Their dryers are more apt to be "cleaner" so of needed we'll use just them.....if the cost isn't astronomical. We did go with a larger studio apartment sized washer. We opted for the LG 2.3.cu/ft front loader. The smaller Splendide's are only 1.7 cu/ft capacity. We can usually do 3-5 days worth of laundry, including towels etc. all in one load. Even full king sheet sets will all fit. Since we bought the LG, they have come out with a combo ventless unit if you have the space and are leaning that way. But, since we don't know what kind of rig you have all the above are based on the space we have in ours.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/LG-Electronics-2-3-cu-ft-High-Efficiency-Front-Load-Washer-in-White-ENERGY-STAR-WM1388HW/207024938
https://www.homedepot.com/p/LG-Electronics-2-3-cu-ft-All-in-one-Front-Load-Washer-and-Electric-Ventless-Dryer-in-White-WM3488HW/207024916 less
Peter and Veronica Scheers October 13, 2019I haven’t tried separate. I was blessed with a combo in our Monaco. I find it works best for me with express wash and separate dry cycle. That way it doesn’t take so long. But if you’re full timing you really have all the time in the world. So what does i... moreI haven’t tried separate. I was blessed with a combo in our Monaco. I find it works best for me with express wash and separate dry cycle. That way it doesn’t take so long. But if you’re full timing you really have all the time in the world. So what does it matter how long it takes lol. less
Beth AllenOctober 18, 2019
Thanks for the "heads up", It's gonna be my husband and me with two dogs so I just want a system that is trust worthy and works well.
Rick & Lil October 18, 2019
LG. Reliable & very, very quiet. We had stacked residential units in our condo for 8 years & now this studio sized in the RV for 4 years. Absolutely no issues what so ever.
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For washer and dryer, here is what we use:
https://www.jackhuber.com/product-reviews/laundry-pairing-washer-and-dryer
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