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Review Fisher & Paykel WashSmart™ Front Loader Washing Machine

Fisher & Paykel WashSmart™ Front Loader Washing Machine
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Would you recommend the Fisher & Paykel WashSmart Front Loader?
The Fisher & Paykel WashSmart is the best front loader I have ever used
The Fisher and Paykel WashSmart is perfect for my family
Gentle enough for all my family's washing
The Fisher and Paykel WashSmart Front Loader has all the features to suit my family's lifestyle
Fisher & Paykel WashSmart™ Front Loader Washing Machine :
4.75 out of 5 based on 35 reviews.
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As mums, it’s important to us that we’re doing everything we can to take care of our families … including their clothes!

Which is why we are so excited to announce the Fisher & Paykel review where we’ll be delivering a BRAND NEW Fisher & Paykel WashSmart™ 8.5kg Front Loader Washing Machine to mums at home.  If you’re selected, we’ll ask you to put the machine through its paces (and your numerous loads of washing each week) and share your reviews right here.

Why mums love the Fisher & Paykel WashSmart™ Front Loader Washing Machine:

It’s perfect for busy mums who need clothes washed quickly!

The Fisher & Paykel WashSmart™ Front Loader Washing Machine features the revolutionary Vortex wash which gets clothes cleaner faster. In fact the majority of the 13 cycles when set to wash at a temperature 30°c or lower will complete the cycle in well under an hour.

It’s whisper quiet and designed with families in mind

SmartDrive™ technology uses a direct drive motor that removes the need for belts, pulleys and the traditional block of concrete to hold the machine down in spin cycle. Without these old components, SmartDrive™ washers are more reliable, produce less vibration and noise levels are reduced to a whisper quiet. You and your family can sleep easy at night.

Add in that forgotten sock or soft toy anytime

You can now add in that forgotten soft toy or a missed sock without a problem with the ‘Add a Garment’ function.

Save on your water and energy bills!

With a 4 star energy rating as well as a 4.5 star water rating (WELS), it is one of the most efficient front loaders on the market.

The Fisher & Paykel WashSmart™ 8.5kg Front Loader measures:

Width 600mm
Height 850mm
Depth 645mm

 

Where you can buy Fisher & Paykel WashSmart™

The Fisher & Paykel WashSmart™ Front Loader Washing Machines are available at all major appliance retailers.

Here’s what the review team for the Fisher & Paykel WashSmart™ Front Loader Washing Machine are saying…

Lisa, mum of 2
Sascha, mum of 4
Corrin, mum of 4
Rochelle, mum of 8
Debbie, mum of 3

Published 15th April 2014

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  • Love, love, love it!

    I have had my Fisher and Paykel Washsmart for nearly a year and I love love, love it!
    Being able to add a garment in the wash cycle is great. It washes better than my last machine and spins them dryer as well. My clothes definitely look and feel cleaner! The size is great for our family of 4 and it fits my king size sheets in no worries, never have a backlog of washing because I can do big loads. Time delay is awesome means i can set it to Finnish by the time we get out of bed :) great multitasking lol sleeping and getting the washing done! I have also used the 10min time delay even tho I originally thought I would not need to, I put the clothes in with the 10min time delay and go for a shower, I don’t need to remember to go start the machine, I can just keep on getting ready. Have used the 15min wash a couple of times, is great to get you out of a jam :) it’s also easy enough for my husband and two teenage boys to use :) another bonus! I am so glad we made the right choice this time as our last one I didn’t like at all, but this one I love!

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Perfect for those extra special items

    I am fortunate enough to have an extremely talented mother who has dedicated an enormous amount of her time into knitting, crocheting and sewing garments out of very delicate fabrics for my four little ones. As well as a wonderful mother in law, who as a well experienced professional dressmaker, creates the most beautiful princess dresses for my little girl which are so unbelievably detailed that they look incredibly like the dresses seen in Disney movies.

    The countless amount of hours, not to mention the painstaking work involved when dealing with such intricate detail only add to the beauty and sentiment of each piece.

    To ensure the greatest care is taken when washing these particular items I usually hand wash them myself. Often a very time consuming task, albeit worth it for peace of mind knowing that the garment will not be ruined in the wash.

    After over five years of hand washing, I no longer have to wash these items myself. The ‘hand wash’ cycle on the Fisher and Paykel WashSmart Front Loader actually is gentle enough to wash these garments with the highest amount of care.

    I am so relieved and incredibly pleased to be able to use the ‘hand wash’ cycle with the confidence that not only will the machine be gentle with the items, but actually get them thoroughly clean at the same time.

    Yet another huge time saving feature for me, as well as absolute peace of mind.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Sometimes it's just the little things that make a big difference

    With the wet weather which we have been experiencing over the last few days I decided that it was the perfect opportunity to run a drum clean as well as empty the filter. Both of which were well overdue.

    I know that they aren’t terribly exciting features of any Front Loader, but I thought it was important to mention the incredible ease at which both operations can be performed.

    It’s just nice to know that both necessary functions which should be performed on a regular basis can be done without any complexity. Both are very straight forward, and I feel that due to this added ease of operation it isn’t something that one would dread having to do.

    Sometimes it truly is just the little things in life that make a big difference. I can see that Fisher and Paykel have put a great deal of thought into every aspect of this amazing front loader.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Wet weather is no longer a bother

    Up until now I have been able to dry my families’ clothes successfully on two lines of rope tied in our backyard. After starting the Fisher & Paykel WashSmart Front Loader Review I had to add another line of rope to be able to meet the amount of clothing which I am able to wash in the space of a day.

    It is safe to say that we are going to need to invest in a clothes hoist as soon as possible as I am finding new ways to get the most out of my Front Loader. For example, using the time delay feature I am able to set the machine of an afternoon at around 6pm for it to start at 6am the following day (the time delay feature goes up to 12hours). Throughout the evening if I do come across anymore items of clothing which needs to be placed into that wash, I can still do so thanks to the ‘pause’ feature.

    This means that I am able to set and forget the front loader and in the morning I have a load of washing to hang. Even greater, by using the ‘wrinkle free’ option, even if on a Sunday we happen to sleep in, the WashSmart has such innovative technology that it will continue to cycle the clothes every 15minutes so as to keep the clothes free of wrinkles.

    It just feels wonderful to be ahead of at least one duty around the home and it truly does give you so much more time in your day.

    With the cold and rainy weather we have been having recently it has really made me realise how much I can get done during clear weather. Of course I still wash clothes on cold and rainy days, as a family of six I need to. It’s much smaller loads though as our clothes airer can’t hold too large of a load, and by spinning the clothes at 1400rpm the clothes dry perfectly indoors, and much faster than they would usually if not using such a high spin speed.

    One thing that used to really be a bother during wet weather was the time it would take to dry necessary items of clothing indoors- without them taking so long to dry that they retain a damp odour. I love that this is no longer a concern for me and I am just so grateful for being given the opportunity to review this amazing Fisher & Paykel WashSmart Front Loader.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Post holiday washing no longer a nightmare

    Home from holidays and everything felt damp and humid so I emptied 3 suitcases and sorted them. I quickly had the girls pink and purple stuff on for washing. Grubby, wet and stinky kids clothes that hadn’t been washed in a machine for 2 weeks. I chose the everyday cycle but put the temp up and the soil level. Pleased to say those clothes look and smell great again. I then put on a load for timer so that this morning I could wake up to another load ready to be hung out. I’ve only been home for less than 24 hours but all the washing is done!! 6 loads!! I absolutely love the add a garment as I regularly find something in the wrong pile or dropped on the way. This is such an easy machine to use with so many variables I feel my clothes are always clean and gentle even on an everyday cycle for clothes I previously would choose delicate. Here is a photo of part of the washing I have been working my way through.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • 15 mins quick cycle a saviour

    Before we went on a recent holiday I had occasion to use the 15 min cycle. The kids sleeping toys seemed a bit grubby and I only realized the morning we were leaving. I had a few other bits so threw them in for a 15 min cycle. I didn’t have much time til we had to leave and needed to get them dry too!! I couldn’t believe it when the little white bunny was actually clean. And he smelled really good. We managed to get the sleeping toys cleaned and dried and packed by the time we were leaving! Thanks F&P for my new favourite function.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • I now have so much more time in my day!

    Since starting my Fisher and Paykel WashSmart Front Loader review one of the best things it has brought into my life is time. I am noticing that I feel less overwhelmed by the amount of work that there is to get through in a day simply because I have more time on my hands.

    Firstly, with the ability to run a “SuperQuick” wash I am able to get a quick lightly soiled load washed and ready to hang in roughly fifteen minutes. It’s perfect for things like pyjamas, you can throw them in at breakfast and have them washed, hung and dry by dinner.

    Although it is such an extremely fast wash, the clothes do come out perfectly fresh, clean and in excellent condition. The extra speed does not adversely affect the garments in any way, it is still gentle on all fabrics.

    Even if it isn’t the warmest of days, because of the 1400rpm the clothes leave the front loader incredibly spun and dry extremely fast, which again is another time saver.

    * it takes less time to wash the clothes

    * it takes less time to dry the clothes

    * it actually gives you more time in your day

    I am not really a very organised person, and I often forget to do certain things even if it is a task I perform so regularly that it should simply be routine. For example, my husbands weekend shirts. There have been countless times where Friday will come along and I will hear my husband ask me “Rochelle do you know where my weekend shirts are?”

    Of course I know where they are! They are right there in the dirty clothes basket… But of course I don’t actually admit to the exact location. Now there isn’t really a worry. Even if I leave it until Friday afternoon I can still have them washed and air dried indoors in under eight hours.

    Whilst on the topic of forgetting things, I simply cannot praise the ‘add a garment’ feature enough. It is truly wonderful! Of course I am going to forget items. Even if I don’t forget an item someone is guaranteed to spill something on themselves whilst a wash is running and I am able to pop it straight into that wash without having to leave it until he next one.

    I love the amount of extra time this experience has given me and I am truly grateful to everyone at Mouths of Mums and Fisher and Paykel for giving me this life changing opportunity.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Am super happy!!!!

    After so many years of using other useless unreliable.brands im taking the.fisher & paykel way now….nd cldnt be more happy. i love the.quiet functioning but had to keep checking it was working as it.was too quiet. lol. that will.wear off im sure as im really thinking.ive.found.my.brand.for.life. the adding garment functiin is a godsend. my kids always find anither item to go in…most annoying but f & p hv solved.that.problem now. im in love with it and cant wait to do the.next load of washing…weird maybe.but this.machine.is.a.breath of fresh air.for.me. love love love it. xo

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • True to their word

    “You know that washing mashing you are reviewing Rochelle? Well there is NOTHING like it on the market. It has a one of a kind motor and something like 30 patients pending…”

    My husband is a man of few words. So when he came home from work and informed me about how amazing he thought the Fisher and Paykel WashSmart Front Loader is I was really very surprised. I was impressed that he had taken the time to do his own research on the machine.

    He has always been enthusiastic about motors. If something has a motor he always tends to do research on how good the motor is. After all the motor is what drives the device so I guess if it’s as amazing as the rest of the product features then you know you are getting an exceptional machine.

    I believe that in life all you really have to go by is your word, in the case of companies occasionally they over commit on their product features or become over enthusiastic about slight advancements. This is definitely not the case with the Fisher and Paykel WashSmart front loader.

    When they say that their “WashSmart Front Loader utilises their SmartDrive technology to eliminate the belt drive, delivering the ultimate clothes care. Using their direct drive motor this washer is whisper quiet. A revolutionary Vortex wash gets clothes cleaner faster.” They actually mean it.

    The clothes are definitely washed faster, but they are also cleaned much better with this new technology. In fact I tested this out by not using stain remover spray on my husbands business shirts simply to see what results I would get. The WashSmart definitely delivered. I was just so impressed that I showed my dad what an amazing difference there is.

    I have been using the Fisher and Paykel WashSmart for two weeks now and I can say with great confidence that the WashSmart delivers the results that Fisher and Paykel describes. In fact it has truly exceeded my expectations and is an absolutely wonderful appliance.

    Not a great deal of devices impress my husband or my father in the way that the Fisher and Paykel WashSmart has. It is simply technology at its best.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Loving it!

    Did my video review on Thursday and then did 4 loads of washing! What a machine! Quick cycle for the gym gear and it still came out smelling great! I also tried a handwash cycle and it too was great. Gentle yet the slight stain from the kids came off my brand new cotton/cashmere top! And that add a garment function is almost a regular. If only I could remember to check all the spots for dropped clothes I wouldn’t need it. I got rid of the old clunker this weekend as I just know this machine is really perfect for our family. Thanks Fisher and Paykel and Mouths of Mims for letting me review this machine. I will try hubbies shirts next. The last machine made such a tangled mess of them I started taking the shirts to the laundromat… let’s see what this one can do.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Love, love, love it!

    I have had my Fisher and Paykel Washsmart for nearly a year and I love love, love it!
    Being able to add a garment in the wash cycle is great. It washes better than my last machine and spins them dryer as well. My clothes definitely look and feel cleaner! The size is great for our family of 4 and it fits my king size sheets in no worries, never have a backlog of washing because I can do big loads. Time delay is awesome means i can set it to Finnish by the time we get out of bed :) great multitasking lol sleeping and getting the washing done! I have also used the 10min time delay even tho I originally thought I would not need to, I put the clothes in with the 10min time delay and go for a shower, I don’t need to remember to go start the machine, I can just keep on getting ready. Have used the 15min wash a couple of times, is great to get you out of a jam :) it’s also easy enough for my husband and two teenage boys to use :) another bonus! I am so glad we made the right choice this time as our last one I didn’t like at all, but this one I love!

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Best ever !!

    These are the best washing machines out !! My daughter bought me one after my old top loader broke down.
    Never thought that about buying a front loader but it saves on water & my power bill !!
    I absolutely love it :)

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • looking great looking great

    looking great

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Thanks to all the reviews!

    My 17 year old washing machine blew up recently. So after a quick look around and comparisons, I whittled the list of possible machines down to a few. Then I saw that the Fisher Paykel Washsmart 8.5kg front loader was the machine that was reviewed here on Mouths of Mums. It shot to the top of my list based on the fantastic reviews by the testers, and the willingness of Fisher Paykel to put their machine out there for such market testing. We were able to go and pick up the machine from Harvey Norman, installation was a breeze (and my husband likes to think that he is handy – usually not so! ), and it is a great washer! So quiet, lots of setting options, and all that I needed in a machine.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • wow havent times changed.

    My daughter in law has one of these with the new front loaders doing the washing and drying all in one. It was on my christmas list but i did not get one. Maybe next year. Love the child lock on the front door too. Little fingers cant open them. Also compact and saves space in the laundry.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Love love love the add a garment feature

    After reading MoM reviews I decided on purchasing the fisher & pay keel washsmart front loader….. Best decision ever made.
    I have never owned a front loader before and was so used to adding in that forgotten sock into my old top loader but with the add a garment feature on the washsmart it is never a problem.
    I also love how quiet this machine is, luckily it beeps when the cycle has finished so I know it’s done.
    One of the other main features that I love is the cycle count down, I can easily sees how long is left for the wash cycle so I know weather to wait the 2 mins to hang it out before leaving the house.
    I would definitely recommend this washer to others looking at purchasing a new machine.
    I had decided I wanted to go with a front loader this time so that I could add cupboards and bench top to my laundry to allow for extra space for folding clothes etc and this washer as been the perfect fit for our laundry and family!

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Love Fisher & Paykel

    I’ve tried the Simpson machines and after converting to Fisher & Paykel I couldn’t be happier. With advanced functionality, easy to use display and controls, and many features that are just perfect for my little family’s clothes. It’s a brand I trust to last the distance and I have yet to find a fault with the machine. Very happy and wish I converted earlier!

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • The best front loader I've seen!

    The only fault I found it this machine is that it isn’t a top loader, ( I love to be able to put that last sock etc in at the last minute.) Great for smaller laundries but busy families.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • I love it!!

    So it’s been a couple of months now and I have only fallen more and more in love with this machine. 2 weeks ago a vomiting bug went through our household – myself and 3 out of 4 kids. The 2-year-old in particular went through almost my entire linen closet of sheets and towels in one night! And the next day, the good old Washsmart lived up to all expectations, and I managed to clean the whole lot in one day! I counted 9 loads in the end, including 2 doonas, 2 pillows, several stuffed animals, mattress protectors, sheets, towels, pyjamas, you name it, I washed it!!

    So yes, overall I have been nothing but impressed every step of the way so far with this washing machine. Being a large family of six, we are never short of things to wash, and the Fisher Paykel Washsmart does it all. It is quiet enough to run overnight, quick enough to do a load before school, and I feel like I am doing my bit for the environment by using such a highly star-rated appliance.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Perfect for those extra special items

    I am fortunate enough to have an extremely talented mother who has dedicated an enormous amount of her time into knitting, crocheting and sewing garments out of very delicate fabrics for my four little ones. As well as a wonderful mother in law, who as a well experienced professional dressmaker, creates the most beautiful princess dresses for my little girl which are so unbelievably detailed that they look incredibly like the dresses seen in Disney movies.

    The countless amount of hours, not to mention the painstaking work involved when dealing with such intricate detail only add to the beauty and sentiment of each piece.

    To ensure the greatest care is taken when washing these particular items I usually hand wash them myself. Often a very time consuming task, albeit worth it for peace of mind knowing that the garment will not be ruined in the wash.

    After over five years of hand washing, I no longer have to wash these items myself. The ‘hand wash’ cycle on the Fisher and Paykel WashSmart Front Loader actually is gentle enough to wash these garments with the highest amount of care.

    I am so relieved and incredibly pleased to be able to use the ‘hand wash’ cycle with the confidence that not only will the machine be gentle with the items, but actually get them thoroughly clean at the same time.

    Yet another huge time saving feature for me, as well as absolute peace of mind.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Sometimes it's just the little things that make a big difference

    With the wet weather which we have been experiencing over the last few days I decided that it was the perfect opportunity to run a drum clean as well as empty the filter. Both of which were well overdue.

    I know that they aren’t terribly exciting features of any Front Loader, but I thought it was important to mention the incredible ease at which both operations can be performed.

    It’s just nice to know that both necessary functions which should be performed on a regular basis can be done without any complexity. Both are very straight forward, and I feel that due to this added ease of operation it isn’t something that one would dread having to do.

    Sometimes it truly is just the little things in life that make a big difference. I can see that Fisher and Paykel have put a great deal of thought into every aspect of this amazing front loader.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
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    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
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    washing
    The Fisher and
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  • I'm convinced

    So I listed my old top loader on Gumtree today. I guess that means I’m officially converted to the fisher & Paykel wash smart front loader! I spent my queens birthday public holiday catching up on washing. I washed and hung out 3 full loads. And then it started raining! I thought to myself “I’ll just leave it a bit, looks like it might just be a passing shower”. 3 hours of torrential down pouring later and I discovered the spin cycle program on the washing machine! Now I just have to finish it all off on the dryer and pray that the school uniforms will be ready for the morning!!

    Apart from today’s episode, I am slowly discovering all of this machine’s sneaky tricks! It’s great. I have my cabinet makers coming this week to finish fitting out my new laundry. I hope to get a work bench fitted over the top of my new machine and existing dryer. Will post a picture when it’s all pretty and complete!

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • the short 15 load is brilliant

    I am in australia with my daughter and top loading machines are a fairly new thing to me. I love them for the big loads they take, I wish I had had one when my son had a problem with bed wetting.
    My top loader does do a short wash, but not a short as 15 mins, but I guess it is all part of something new…

    i am interested that you can open the machine to add a forgotten item, what happens if the water level is over. the door……….i have a few memories of that.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Wet weather is no longer a bother

    Up until now I have been able to dry my families’ clothes successfully on two lines of rope tied in our backyard. After starting the Fisher & Paykel WashSmart Front Loader Review I had to add another line of rope to be able to meet the amount of clothing which I am able to wash in the space of a day.

    It is safe to say that we are going to need to invest in a clothes hoist as soon as possible as I am finding new ways to get the most out of my Front Loader. For example, using the time delay feature I am able to set the machine of an afternoon at around 6pm for it to start at 6am the following day (the time delay feature goes up to 12hours). Throughout the evening if I do come across anymore items of clothing which needs to be placed into that wash, I can still do so thanks to the ‘pause’ feature.

    This means that I am able to set and forget the front loader and in the morning I have a load of washing to hang. Even greater, by using the ‘wrinkle free’ option, even if on a Sunday we happen to sleep in, the WashSmart has such innovative technology that it will continue to cycle the clothes every 15minutes so as to keep the clothes free of wrinkles.

    It just feels wonderful to be ahead of at least one duty around the home and it truly does give you so much more time in your day.

    With the cold and rainy weather we have been having recently it has really made me realise how much I can get done during clear weather. Of course I still wash clothes on cold and rainy days, as a family of six I need to. It’s much smaller loads though as our clothes airer can’t hold too large of a load, and by spinning the clothes at 1400rpm the clothes dry perfectly indoors, and much faster than they would usually if not using such a high spin speed.

    One thing that used to really be a bother during wet weather was the time it would take to dry necessary items of clothing indoors- without them taking so long to dry that they retain a damp odour. I love that this is no longer a concern for me and I am just so grateful for being given the opportunity to review this amazing Fisher & Paykel WashSmart Front Loader.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Its really good

    I reckon this is so innovative i have to pinch myself!!

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Post holiday washing no longer a nightmare

    Home from holidays and everything felt damp and humid so I emptied 3 suitcases and sorted them. I quickly had the girls pink and purple stuff on for washing. Grubby, wet and stinky kids clothes that hadn’t been washed in a machine for 2 weeks. I chose the everyday cycle but put the temp up and the soil level. Pleased to say those clothes look and smell great again. I then put on a load for timer so that this morning I could wake up to another load ready to be hung out. I’ve only been home for less than 24 hours but all the washing is done!! 6 loads!! I absolutely love the add a garment as I regularly find something in the wrong pile or dropped on the way. This is such an easy machine to use with so many variables I feel my clothes are always clean and gentle even on an everyday cycle for clothes I previously would choose delicate. Here is a photo of part of the washing I have been working my way through.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • 15 mins quick cycle a saviour

    Before we went on a recent holiday I had occasion to use the 15 min cycle. The kids sleeping toys seemed a bit grubby and I only realized the morning we were leaving. I had a few other bits so threw them in for a 15 min cycle. I didn’t have much time til we had to leave and needed to get them dry too!! I couldn’t believe it when the little white bunny was actually clean. And he smelled really good. We managed to get the sleeping toys cleaned and dried and packed by the time we were leaving! Thanks F&P for my new favourite function.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • No more dry cleaning!

    So my 2yo decided to have a toiling “accident” on my 6yo’s bed on Monday night. I’m talking bedspread, quilt cover and wool-filled dry-clean only quilt! I was torn between the despondency of yet another accident, having to find alternative bedding for my daughter, and the secret excitement when I realised that I could now try out the “hand wash” setting on my new machine. The manual claims that this setting is suitable for items labelled as dry-clean only or hand-wash only, so I was keen to give it a whirl. And the quilt came up beautiful. The wash was gentle enough so as to cause minimal disruption to the placement of the wool – no lumps and bumps! Another “win” for me and my WashSmart :)

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • Clean & soft clothes in 15 minutes

    Very impressed by this machine so far. The quality, size and features. Firstly the control panel is easy to use, a simple dial to select your load type, press of a button to change temperatures, spin speeds etc… I use “daily wash” for most things, 55 minutes which is shorter than our awful old top loader. I know i keep crapping on about the 15 minute quick wash, for a small load a few shirts, soccer uniform, netball top etc.
    The machine does a great job of washing clothes. The clothes come out clean and soft, not tangled in a lump. I tell you that I don’t miss the constant, rather irritating beep my old machine used to do.
    In regards to noise, it’s very quiet. At the end of the day, get one!

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
    Loader?
    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
    the features to suit
    my family's
    lifestyle

  • I now have so much more time in my day!

    Since starting my Fisher and Paykel WashSmart Front Loader review one of the best things it has brought into my life is time. I am noticing that I feel less overwhelmed by the amount of work that there is to get through in a day simply because I have more time on my hands.

    Firstly, with the ability to run a “SuperQuick” wash I am able to get a quick lightly soiled load washed and ready to hang in roughly fifteen minutes. It’s perfect for things like pyjamas, you can throw them in at breakfast and have them washed, hung and dry by dinner.

    Although it is such an extremely fast wash, the clothes do come out perfectly fresh, clean and in excellent condition. The extra speed does not adversely affect the garments in any way, it is still gentle on all fabrics.

    Even if it isn’t the warmest of days, because of the 1400rpm the clothes leave the front loader incredibly spun and dry extremely fast, which again is another time saver.

    * it takes less time to wash the clothes

    * it takes less time to dry the clothes

    * it actually gives you more time in your day

    I am not really a very organised person, and I often forget to do certain things even if it is a task I perform so regularly that it should simply be routine. For example, my husbands weekend shirts. There have been countless times where Friday will come along and I will hear my husband ask me “Rochelle do you know where my weekend shirts are?”

    Of course I know where they are! They are right there in the dirty clothes basket… But of course I don’t actually admit to the exact location. Now there isn’t really a worry. Even if I leave it until Friday afternoon I can still have them washed and air dried indoors in under eight hours.

    Whilst on the topic of forgetting things, I simply cannot praise the ‘add a garment’ feature enough. It is truly wonderful! Of course I am going to forget items. Even if I don’t forget an item someone is guaranteed to spill something on themselves whilst a wash is running and I am able to pop it straight into that wash without having to leave it until he next one.

    I love the amount of extra time this experience has given me and I am truly grateful to everyone at Mouths of Mums and Fisher and Paykel for giving me this life changing opportunity.

    Would you recommend
    the Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart Front
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    The Fisher & Paykel
    WashSmart is the
    best front loader I
    have ever used
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart is
    perfect for my
    family
    Gentle enough for
    all my family's
    washing
    The Fisher and
    Paykel WashSmart
    Front Loader has all
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    my family's
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Article Buon Appetito! A Busy Mum’s Guide To Memorable, Simple Summer Entertaining

Buon Appetito! A Busy Mum’s Guide To Memorable, Simple Summer Entertaining

I fondly remember slow, summer afternoons with family and friends gathered around a table of delicious finger-food during my childhood – the adults chatting and laughing, the kids pretending they understood the jokes. My parents had continued their Mediterranean traditions long after settling in Australia – and the simple joy of an effortlessly elegant gathering was one of my favourites.

What I don’t remember is my parents ever being stressed about the gatherings. It all just seemed to ‘come together’. Ah, how times have changed!

There’s something about the Italian style of entertaining that’s still so alluring in our fast-paced family lives. The idea of La Dolce Vita: a sweet life surrounded by family, friends, food and minimal fuss. Which is why we’ve enlisted the help of the entertaining experts at Sandhurst to share easy tips for elegant, memorable summer get-togethers.

We also asked our community of mums to share their tried and true, easy summer entertaining ideas, and we can’t wait to share them with you!

Euro-Inspired Entertaining

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Before we dive into the delicious world of sumptuous, simple summer entertaining, it helps to know a little about the inspiration behind our guide. And that’s the concept of Italian entertaining – where time is taken to lovingly grow ingredients, before enjoying them with those you love.

Established in 1988, Sandhurst was born from the time-honoured traditions of generations of the family behind the brand – a proud Italian Australian family passionate about quality produce sourced from world’s best growers.

At the helm of Sandhurst are brothers Mimmo and Ray Lubrano, who live and breathe the impeccable ingredients that become the centrepiece of so many gatherings in Australian family homes.

“Tradition is what we stand for. We’re custodians of Italian values,” explained Mimmo. “When we go to Italy we see it in our grandparents, our parents came from Italy in the 50s. The tradition is a set of values: honesty, teamwork, participation, family – all the things you would associate with Italian family are the values.”

And it’s these beautiful values that make summer gatherings in Australia an extension of the European table.

Easy Summer Entertaining Starts With … Time Saving Secrets!

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A sweet summer of entertaining doesn’t need to be stressful. In fact, it shouldn’t be. It’s a chance to spend time with loved ones. To press pause on life and make memories. And it can be simple! So here are some really easy tips for making your home the place where everyone wants to gather this summer.

Create An Entertaining Kit

Whether it’s pre-planned or you’ve had friends or family drop-in, having a few things ready to go immediately melts away any stress. Here are some things to include in a summer entertaining kit:

  • A red table cloth: It instantly says festive!
  • Some platters and serving dishes
  • Candles
  • Some quality antipasto ingredients that simply need to be decanted and enjoyed!

Many Hands Make Light Work

As mums, we tend to be our own worst enemy when it comes to delegating tasks. But remember, a summer of entertaining is about creating memories – not perfection. So let the kids help, and accept offers from your guests who’d like to bring something along to share.

“It can be overwhelming, so just delegate, and prepare. I do one dish prep per day and pop them in the freezer. Then they just need to be heated up. Let the kids do the decorating for you – plus keeps them busy!” – MoM Member Kirsty

Decorate With Happiness

There’s no need to pull out your finest crystal to pull off an elegant get together. Take a look around your home and garden to see what will bring your table to life. A bowl of lemons is a gorgeous addition, as is a bunch of gum leaves. Keep it simple and understated.

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Finger Food For The Win

Nothing says simple summer elegance more than a charcuterie board (or three!). When my friends and our families get together, it’s our go-to – every family is asked to ‘bring a board’. Some do savoury and some sweet, so we’re covered for a long afternoon of catching up.

“Food wise, I keep it simple by doing cold deli meats, cheeses, fresh fruits and veggies.” – MoM Member

But just because boards are easy to put together, doesn’t mean they can’t ooze elegance. And that comes down to including quality ingredients. Choosing Sandhurst products is the easiest way to guarantee the highest quality ends up on your table. We love the premise behind the brand: from our family to yours – it invokes that nostalgic feeling of shared stories, history, gatherings and family.

How To Put Together A Charcuterie Board 

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There are no right or wrong ways to create a charcuterie board, but to ensure a balance of textures and flavours try to include:

La Dolce Vita!

A summer of sophisticated entertaining doesn’t have to be hours and hours of work. We don’t want it to be! By grabbing some beautiful ingredients to fill your pantry next time you’re shopping, you’ll know that at a moment’s notice you’ll have everything you need for a Euro-inspired gathering. No fuss, but plenty of substance and style!

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Ready to host your own summer gathering? Choose Sandhurst’s quality produce and look for the red lid.

Mouths of Mums is proudly working with Sandhurst to bring you this article.

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  • I’ve really needed some inspiration this year for Christmas and this is great! I Love a good charcuterie board and I think I may do one this year for the family as well as all the regular Christmas trimmings. I have 6 kids and all the extended family coming to entertain and feed!

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  • I’m loving all the ideas here in the comments and pictures above! I love to be able to just look at what others have done and straight up copy it. Takes all the thinking energy out of entertaining!
    Such a good and trusted brand to purchase over the silly season! You know you are faring great quality and value!

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  • We often have homemade pizza nights aka fakeaway night! And my pizza is always on a low carb Pizza base with roasted and sundried tomato and capsicum. My fav combo with grilled chicken and a swirl of peri peri mayonnaise! Making our own is always better than takeaway versions and healthier!

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  • Sandhurst products are my go to for great healthy and tasty snacks, especially after school.

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  • Great information! Loved it. You can see https://reminiiapp.com/

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  • Looked so good I couldn’t wait – Dove in off the end of my bread baton and swirled around in a couple of cheesy dips only to finish up at the Sandhurst stackers and sun-dried olives, who needs a Holiday when there is one in the kitchen, I can take any day.

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  • I have been buying Sandhurst Kalamata Olives, Sandhurst Semi-Dried Tomatoes, Sandhurst Baby Capers, Sandhurst Sicilian Green Olives for years as our kitchen staple adding that extra flavours to our dishes. I buy Sandhurst products for Gift Baskets as presents for family and friends and they love this idea as I add a chopping board and a knife and crackers and cheese for a celebration of flavours.

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  • Great ideas for entertaining guests and love that brand I buy it all the time

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  • i buy this for family they love the brand and the taste of sandhurst and the different flavors and range to choose from and i find it great value for money, i re-use the jars when im done with for small items in the house.

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  • I have been a purchaser of Sandhurst goods ever since they first appeared on supermarket shelves and still buy it to this day. The Sandhurst brand is the best without a doubt. This year I have not been able to find the Sandhurst cheese stuffed baby capsicums anywhere. I have tried to get on the Sandhurst site, but no luck with what they make. Help – these are such a wonderful addition to a salad.

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  • Fantastic Article

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  • I Love a good charcuterie board. I Love all the different options all on the one board. I love to do a chocolate board when we have guests over, it’s a fun way to do dessert after dinner. The kids love seeing everything layed out so they can pick and choose.

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  • This is great for the grandchildren they love them as they use them as finger food and make up their own meal and use plenty of ingredients including meat and cheese on the dips and crackers. We keep it simple with the Sandhurst’s products as it is a meal in every jar and the kids love them.

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  • This looks like the perfect relaxed way to have a picnic! I am loving the idea of this! Just bring along lots of fillings and plenty of cheeses and breads and of course a little alcohol and you’re all set. This sounds like the perfect way to catch up with friends!

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  • I hate being taken to a third party page to enter comps.

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  • Certainly most welcome for summer, and would be wonderful for the festive season. I can see this platter on the table Christmas Eve, when we get together with our neighbours.

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  • Love the look of the olive on creamy fetta

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  • This is timely and helpful, thanks – I aspire to entertain more and tips to make it less stressful are very welcome.

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  • Charcuterie boards are the absolute best! We do these so often in the warmer months because there’s something for the whole family. People pick and choose what they like and there’s no complaints because there’s so many different options to choose from, everyone is happy. It’s such a simple stressful way to make dinner.

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  • I absolutely adore finger food and this style of feeding people when we have family and friends at our home; or when we go out for a picnic, bbq or get together. These types of food are so easy to source and to buy and to prepare and to happily eat.

    • Yes I agree, finger foods are easy and yummie ! And you can assemble a healthy enough plate (certainly when you add salads, cheeses, nuts, fruits, boiled eggs, olives and rustic breads) that it can certainly can replace a meal (either lunch or dinner). Everyone happy and no hours of preparation in the kitchen :)

      • Also; the other bonus is less mess to clean up when cutlery is not needed. Finger food is the best for laid back and relaxed get togethers. There is always such a clam and relaxed feel to a finger food meal without the need for any fancy and stuffy table settings.

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