Natural Laundry Detergent is the Best for Your Washing Machine

Did you know what you put into your washing machine is just as important as the appliance itself?

Settling for low quality detergent harms your washing machine. Over time it washes less effectively and could develop a musty odor, especially if you have a front load machine.

Detergent plays a big role in how your clothes are washed. Phosphates, bleaches and other nasty chemicals are harmful for your skin and the environment. Do you want your family wearing clothes loaded with unnatural chemicals?

We didn’t think so.

That’s why at West Coast Appliance and Furniture, we encourage our customers to use Excelsior laundry detergent. It’s environmentally friendly, free of phosphates and solvents and leaves clothes fresh and clean. An amazing #value!

Excelsior detergent is biodegradable and refillable. Choose from two sizes to get the most bang for your buck. A 3-liter jug lasts for 196 loads of clothes. The 5-liter box gives you a whopping 333 loads! You won’t be rushing to the store for a last-minute detergent purchase when you have Excelsior in your cabinet. Using just one box of Excelsior detergent could save you $177! 

Are you tempted? Intrigued? Tired of a mediocre detergent, a musty washing machine and lackluster clothes? Don’t settle for second best. Buy the ultimate detergent on the market and wash smart every day.

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.

Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point.

5 Common Sleep Problems and How to Solve Them

Sleep is a valuable commodity. You shouldn’t compromise those precious eight hours, but it happens night after night. You stay up late to work or sleep on a bad mattress, resulting in sleepless nights and groggy days.

According to #Serta and the National Sleep Foundation, there are five common sleep problems people suffer from.

The good news? A quality mattress fixes these problems.

1.      Tossing and turning

            Turn left, turn right. Switch from your stomach to your back. Repeat. All night. Sound familiar? You lose sleep with every unnecessary toss and turn. Don’t waste another second of rest. A #Serta mattress has Comfort Right layers of foam and fiber which provide instant comfort. It reduces pressure points which cause discomfort, resulting in more restful and uninterrupted sleep.

2.      Lack of support

            If you’re sinking into your mattress, or it’s stiff as a board, you need something better. #Serta mattresses are made of durable and flexible materials which promote proper alignment for your entire body. You’ll wake up refreshed without any aches or pains.

3.      Poor sleep temperature

            Are you hot…then cold? Cycling through the “covers/no covers” debate doesn’t help, but a better mattress does. A balanced sleep temperature is key to sleeping well. Serta’s Cool Balance technology and a high-quality mattress design creates optimal airflow so you stay the right temperature all night.

4.      Partner problems

            Your spouse (unintentionally) moves around a lot at night, disrupting your sleep. Fortunately, you can own a mattress which minimizes the impact from your partner. A well-crafted mattress isolates movement at the source so you sleep peacefully no matter how much your spouse moves.

5.      Sagging and roll-off

            You want a durable and long-lasting mattress that doesn’t sag or have sinkholes. Don’t settle for second-best. Purchase a mattress which promotes comfort and rest.

You don’t have to endure these five common sleep problems. Invest in a quality mattress and you’ll sleep problem-free.

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.

Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point.

Dishwasher Q&A

You love your dishwasher. Secretly, it’s your favorite appliance. We promise not to tell your other kitchen gadgets.

Dishwashers do all the work after a heavy meal and clean a mountain of dishes. The soft rumbling of water lapping against your flatware means one less chore. It’s music to your ears.

As great as dishwashers are, many questions surround these appliances and how to get the most use out of them.

People often wonder how much detergent they should use during each cycle. This is an easy one! Refer to your dishwasher’s user manual for the optimal amount of detergent to use. If you have hard water, add a little extra detergent to ensure your dishes are thoroughly cleaned. Less detergent is needed if you have soft water.

You know how much detergent your dishwasher needs, but now storage comes to mind. Are some storage places better than others?

The best place to keep your detergent is in a cool, dry area so it avoids gathering moisture. Extra moisture causes detergent to turn lumpy. Also keep it away from children and pets.

Dishwashers are the unsung heroes of the kitchen. Today we’re placing these hard-working machines in the limelight. The proper tools and knowledge ensure your dishwasher buddy keeps working night after night.

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.

Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point. 

A Clean Dryer, Is a Happy Dryer

We bet you cleaned a lot of clothes over the holiday. New socks and sweaters you got for Christmas, washing the kids’ snow pants after playing outside and doing the laundry for guests. Seems like it’s been two straight weeks of laundry, hasn’t it?

Fortunately, 2017 has brought relief from laundry. Everyone has clean clothes -- old and new -- and the relatives are doing laundry at their own homes again.

Now that your appliances are resting, show them TLC. Lint and dirt could build up in the dryer after multiple loads of clothes, towels and sheets. Following these tips can increase your dryer’s efficiency and help it last longer.

The filter is the easiest part to clean, and should be done after every use. Even if you wipe away lint, a clean filter may be clogged if you use fabric softener sheets. To test, pour a little water on your filter. If the water pools up rather than flowing through the screen, it needs cleaning. Wash the screen using a brush and warm, soapy water.

Your dryer drum doesn’t usually need to be cleaned, unless you included a load of clothes filled with pet hair or dirt and grime. First, shake off as much excess dirt or hair as possible before placing them in the dryer. When the clothes are done, wipe the drum with a damp cloth to remove hair or dirt.

If you open the dryer and find gum or crayon in your drum, don’t fear. We have a solution! Warm your dryer and throw in a couple old towels. Scrape off extra dirt with a hard rubber spatula. Clean the drum with a moist cloth, laundry detergent and hot water, then wipe away water with a dry towel.

Easy, right? Yes it is!

Now your dryer can start 2017 off fresh, clean and ready to work.

Answers, price, selection. West Coast Appliance and Furniture locally owned since 1980.

Located at 6439 Crater Lake Highway, Central Point.