The basement in this house has a set of old granite laundry sinks. I don't know how much they hold, but it's probably around 40 gallons each. It's a perfect setup, just the way it was planned to use a wringer washer.
Ok, so you're not interested in actually using a wringer washer. That's old fashioned, anyway. I mean, now you have an automatic washer that you throw clothes in and just wait... and wait... and wait. Eventually, it does all the work for you. And if you miss a stain, oh, well. You can just buy some stain remover. Or buy some new clothes. After all, you just bought maybe a hundred gallons of water.
I know most of you are not convinced. Wringer washers do take a little more of your time instead of just time, but they take less time to do a load. They take a little more energy and work to do that load, too (but I know the modern way is to pay the gym to get your exercise).
Still with me? I already wrote about the benefits of using wringer washers and a little more, too:
The Ultimate Frugal Laundry Machine
What to Look for in a Wringer Washer
How to Properly Set Up and Use a Wringer Washer
Ho! what a beautiful antiques I do remember how wringer washer was a thank you you are good.
ReplyDeleteThe clothes are sometimes mixed in the rolls? Does anyone have video of this machine in action? I would love to hear how it sounds
... Jullie
Occasionally, clothes will roll together, yes. I never thought to take a video of it in action! I'll try to remember to do that the next time I use it.
ReplyDeleteI bought a wringer washer several years ago and used it a couple of times. The wringer bar on top doesn't work very well (keeps popping up. I sent it back to the man I bought it from and he said there was nothing wrong with it. I haven't used it since. Sad.
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Carole, there are a few different reasons the wringer won't stay locked down. First, be sure that when you turn it, it clangs into place. It can look like it's locked, but not be and it's easy enough to make the mistake. Second, don't let clothes bunch up as you're wringing them. The wringers are set to pop open when something large or hard goes through them. It's a safety thing, because that something large or hard could be your hand. The screw on top of the locker bar can be adjusted so that it doesn't pop open too quickly.
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ReplyDeleteI love the idea of a wringer washer, but have a couple of concerns. Where can i start looking for one in good condition? I never seem to run across any even though I do the whole thrift /garage sales/craigslist thing.
Also, if it breaks - how do you fix it or find spare parts?
Other than that, I actually love the mechanics of how it works. You've totally sold me.:)
Congratulations - looks like a great machine!
Jayne
Jayne, call around appliance stores. The smaller stores will be your best option. Also, check out estate sales, auctions and so on. I have seen them for sale online (eBay and other places) but the shipping is expensive! Put the word out that you're looking. You never know who might have one stashed away somewhere.
ReplyDeleteLehmans.com sells parts for them and the old ones are so simple that they're easy for anyone with a little handyman in him or her to repair.
I'm glad I sold you. :) Hope you find one soon!
Pat, I've just found your blog and this post. I'm completely in love with the wringer washer! I'll be keeping an eye out for one of these...
ReplyDeleteI hope you find one, Natalie! :)
ReplyDeleteOh, Pat, I long for one of these beauties! It seems they would conserve on rinse water since you could rinse several loads in the same water and re-use the same water as long as it was clean.
ReplyDeleteMy grandparents and my parents "shared" one of these in the early 60ies until my parents finally had enough money to buy their own new-fangled Maytag.
Thanks for sharing and inspiring!
Bette
Bette, they do save a lot of water, as well as detergent because you can wash more than one load in the same water, too. One of the links in the post explains how to use one.
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