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Hi All, i need to buy a new washing machine, family of 5 so it never stops, any recommendations or know of any sales or discounts?

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  • jjd
    jjd Posts: 216 Forumite
    Zanussi seems to be quite reliable. I had purchased a number of Hotpoint appliances a few years ago when I moved house, I no longer have any! All developed faults within 12 months and 'died' not long after that. Wouldn't buy hotpoint again as it seems a little strange that a washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge all had faults! None of the appliances took too much abuse so there wasn't an excuse!
    Zanussi is still going strong, was a bit expensive but I did quite a bit of research and it seems to be a good reliable brand.
  • Thanks for that, all info helps!:j
  • penrhyn
    penrhyn Posts: 15,215 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture Combo Breaker
    Hotpoint are re-badged Indesit machines/appliances.

    I have had good experiences with Bosch/Siemens appliances, however for longevity Meile (not cheap though)
    That gum you like is coming back in style.
  • I'm a bit sad cause I just love my washing machine and would rave about it all day given a chance! We've an LG one, its a 9kg drum but you can up to 11kg I think which would be good for a big family like yours. The 9kg is great for just us 2, only do one clothes wash a week as can get it all in there. Had it a few years now with no problems, its quiet in comparision to our last one which is great and comes with a 10year guarentee on the motor. They are pricey though compared to normal machines but its definitely worth it in my opinion given it has a long life expectancy. Think we bought ours online from Dixons, worked out cheaper than going to the likes of Currys but worth having a look about for a good deal. Hope that helps!
  • ballyblack
    ballyblack Posts: 5,133 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Name Dropper
    edited 8 February 2011 at 10:10AM
    Bosch/Siemens if you can get them cheap enough?

    If you want a cheaper machine maybe Beko

    Try ;
    Domestic Appliance Repairs
    32 Frances St, Newtownards,
    028 9181 5765 ‎

    They also sell Grade 'A' machines, may have cosmetic marks on them but are still new/guaranteed. Mostly Beko from £140
  • D.A.
    D.A. Posts: 1,160 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    Think we bought ours online from Dixons, worked out cheaper than going to the likes of Currys

    They're the same company. ;-)
  • try mccutcheons in dromore - if they cant fix a machine, they offer reconditoned machines or brand new ones - their number is 02892693359

    we use them through work & ive also had them out to fix my tumble dryer as well :-)
  • jjd
    jjd Posts: 216 Forumite
    Just be careful if anyone goes for a Miele. Yes they are very good machines and I was very close to buying one because of the 10 year parts and labour..... but on their website it clearly states the 10 year parts and labour excludes Northern Ireland!
  • I bought my Whirlpool washing Machine from Miller Brothers 10.5 Years ago (I know that as I put my birthday money from my 22nd Birthday towards it). The said machine is still going strong and has moved house with me twice (80 miles in a van on the 2nd move). It was meant to be £350 but had £100 off as the new model was coming out next day and also had a £50 Managers Special discount. I do 3-4 washes a week. Unfortunately I don't think Miller Brothers are still trading?
  • mummysaving_2
    mummysaving_2 Posts: 27 Forumite
    edited 8 February 2011 at 10:51PM
    Downpatrickmum we bought a beko washing machine from mccoubreys in Downpatrick last year 8KG - have 2 small children so its on all the time. Large drum and takes a good load. Havent had an issue with it yet and it's free delivery in the area :)

    Oh and we have an indoor dog so there is quite a bit of hair about and it copes very well
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