Miguel Mores 
If the compressor is the heart of the refrigerator, then its refrigerant gas (AKA Freon) is its blood. These gases facilitate the heat transfer process that fridges use to create a cold environment for our food. In the Philippine refrigerator market, there are two kinds of refrigerants in use: R-600a and R-134a. While these two … Read more
A stove and a refrigerator are two appliances that are most likely lumped together in the kitchen. However, as we’ve written before, a fridge and a stove should not be placed near each other for safety and efficiency reasons. Apart from that, having these two appliances near each other will inevitably lead to them sharing … Read more
A washer and a dryer are two partners in crime that work best when close together (some are even on top of each other). However, having two different appliances on the same circuit can be a fire hazard especially if both units have high energy requirements. As a general rule. you can plug a washer … Read more
With their big and bulky size, you may surmise that washing machines are expensive to operate. However, did you know that a washing machine typically has a lower wattage compare to refrigerators and air conditioners. How much so? Using data that I’ve collated and analyzed, the average wattage of washing machines across all types (Front … Read more
To put it bluntly, the water pressure in some areas of the Philippines is weak and even non-existent at some points. This poses a big issue for fully automatic washing machine owners as a fully auto needs constant water pressure to progress through the wash cycle automatically. When the water pressure does not permit, you … Read more
Whenever a new technology comes around, there is bound to be some confusion about its purpose. Whether because of bad marketing or a lack of thorough explanation, the intended audience misses the intended message. One such new technology is the Inverter refrigerator. They have been trending for a while now – and for good reasons. … Read more
While you can plug most small appliances in to an extension cord with no issues, you should thing twice before do so for a washing machine. Using an extension cord for semi-automatic washing machines and spin dryers are generally safe as they do not draw much power. However, the same cannot be said for power-hungry … Read more
If your washing machine is forming a puddle of water on your floor, then it is a solid indication that there is a leak somewhere in the system. There are a lot of reasons why your washing machine is leaking. The underlying causes include mechanical issues and bad usage habits. Luckily, most of these causes … Read more
The experience of buying a used washing machine has a lot of similarities with purchasing second-hand cars; you’ll get a good deal if you know what to look for. On the flip side, you can easily end up with a lemon if you don’t have a clue on what to look for. Here is a … Read more
While a tumble dryer is not one of the need-to-have appliances in our homes, it is certainly a nice-to-have item during the monsoon season when drying clothes is next to impossible. It will also give you access to the warmest and fluffiest towels and comforters all year round. But what exactly is a tumble dryer, … Read more