Dryer for garage

ash_scotland88 · 26 Dec 2014 at 16:57

I think I may have asked before, but looking to buy a tumble dryer that would live in the garage (not connected to house) So as you can imagine it's rather cold and damp in there.
Would this cause components to rust or other issues?
Even though there's breather bricks I think the condenser type would be best, what should I be looking out for? Budget is £300 max.

Danthus · 26 Dec 2014 at 21:04

http://whiteknightdryers.com/shop/white-knight-44a7w-reverse-vented-tumble-dryer/

ash_scotland88 · 26 Dec 2014 at 21:23

Really? Any experience of this?
I admit I thought they were a cheap argos style own brand?

arknor · 26 Dec 2014 at 22:15

I'd get one with a sensor that detects when the clothes are dry if it's going in a garage
go for a condenser one obviously unless you want to fill your garage with moisture and mould.

my ex has had the same dryer for about 10 years, every 2-3 years the belt snaps and needs replacing for about £15 they are really tight and hard to fit but you can do it without the proper tool and some brute force + screwdriver to leverage the belt on.
I think the heating element went once to and must have been easy to fit as I can't remember doing it.

they are really simple inside so I doubt the brand matters that much as long as it has the features you want

ash_scotland88 · 26 Dec 2014 at 23:07

arknor said:
I'd get one with a sensor that detects when the clothes are dry if it's going in a garage
go for a condenser one obviously unless you want to fill your garage with moisture and mould.

my ex has had the same dryer for about 10 years, every 2-3 years the belt snaps and needs replacing for about £15 they are really tight and hard to fit but you can do it without the proper tool and some brute force + screwdriver to leverage the belt on.
I think the heating element went once to and must have been easy to fit as I can't remember doing it.

they are really simple inside so I doubt the brand matters that much as long as it has the features you want

Thanks, I'll have a look around to see what's available. Sensor is a good idea.

a1ex2001 · 27 Dec 2014 at 04:29

If it's in the garage fit a vent and save yourself the expense of a condenser they are simply better! White knight are s good solid brand particularly in the standard vented market. If you plan on using it a lot and have mains gas in the garage or close you could install a gas powered dryer which is loads cheaper to run.

welshdragon · 27 Dec 2014 at 12:38

OldCoals said:
http://whiteknightdryers.com/shop/white-knight-44a7w-reverse-vented-tumble-dryer/

Literally just bought one of these last week as mine packed in. Looks basic but does the job well in fairness. 7kg drum with reverse action tumble. So far no complaints at all. Works well out in my garage also not connected to house and quite cold etc

Edit: I vented mine out the garage wall. Works a treat

Danthus · 27 Dec 2014 at 14:12

arknor said:
I'd get one with a sensor that detects when the clothes are dry if it's going in a garage
go for a condenser one obviously unless you want to fill your garage with moisture and mould.

my ex has had the same dryer for about 10 years, every 2-3 years the belt snaps and needs replacing for about £15 they are really tight and hard to fit but you can do it without the proper tool and some brute force + screwdriver to leverage the belt on.
I think the heating element went once to and must have been easy to fit as I can't remember doing it.

they are really simple inside so I doubt the brand matters that much as long as it has the features you want

Sensors sound great until you start putting a lot of mixed fabrics in.

It if it is a garage why have a condenser, it is a no brainer to get a vented one.