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Steadywash Platform (BUILDER Online)

For homes with second-level laundry rooms, the Steadywash platform keeps up to 95 percent of vibrations generated by front-load washing machines from transferring to the floor. The platform measures 2 3/4 inches high and 27 inches wide, and works with all major brands. 800-652-2321.

Bravos Top-Load Laundry Pair (ebuild)

The Bravos top-load laundry pair offers a larger capacity of 5 cubic feet. The washer has a spin speed of 1,100 rpm to remove more water, a stainless steel wash basket, double balancing rings, and a Smooth Balance hung suspension system with vibration control. According to the maker, the washer uses 67 percent less energy and 70 percent less water than traditional top-loaders. The steam dryer includes IntelliSensors for efficient drying; cycles allow for rejuvenating a single outfit, relaxing wrinkles, or deodorizing linens. 800-253-3977.

Laundry Pair (ebuild)

The Bravos top-load laundry pair offers a larger capacity of 5 cubic feet, with room for up to 18 pounds of laundry. The washer has a spin speed of 1,100 rpm to remove more water, a stainless steel wash basket, double balancing rings to counter-balance off-balance loads, and a Smooth Balance hung suspension system with vibration control. According to the manufacturer, the washer uses 67 percent less energy and 70 percent less water than traditional top loaders. The steam dryer includes IntelliSensors for fast, efficient drying; cycles allow for rejuvenating a single outfit, relaxing wrinkles, or deodorizing linens. 800-253-3977.

Maytag Bravos High-Efficiency, Top-Load Laundry Pair Now Offers Largest Capacity Available in the Industry (ebuild)

The Maytag Bravos high-efficiency, top-load laundry pair now has an even larger capacity of 5.0 cubic feet (International Electrotechnical Commission), enabling it to wash up to 18 pounds of laundry per load. The larger capacity washer also has an increased spin speed of 1100-RPM to extract more water for faster drying and commercial grade components, such as a stainless steel wash basket and double balancing rings, to ensure Bravos laundry pairs provide dependable service for years to come.

Haier's Encore Laundry Series Fits Any Household (ebuild)

Haier America, a leading provider of home appliances and electronics, has launched a new top load laundry line. Encore includes a fully automatic washing machine, a super capacity pulsator washer and agitator washer, as well as both electric and gas dryers with options and prices to fit the needs of any household.

FloodSafe Auto-Shutoff Connectors (JLC Online)

According to some insurance experts, catastrophic water damage causes more claims than fires do. Watts' FloodSafe Auto-Shutoff Connectors are designed to reduce the danger of ruptured supply lines. The braided-stainless-steel hoses have a valve that shuts off the water if the flow on the demand side exceeds 2.9 gallons per minute. If your clients' water pressure stays between 30 and 80 psi and their fixtures and appliances don't require too high of a flow, these hoses could spare them some serious headaches. A pair for a washing machine costs $25. 978/688-1811,

Duet Steam Laundry Pair (BUILDER Online)

The Energy Star-rated Duet Steam laundry pair helps keep utility costs low. A steam feature helps the washer handle tough stains without pre-treating and allows the dryer to get rid of wrinkles and odors. The washer saves up to 73 percent of the water and 77 percent of the energy used by conventional washers manufactured before 2004. The pair comes in three colors. Whirlpool Corp.

Green Ribbon Products (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

These days, you can't swing a hammer without hitting a product marketing itself as "green." But while the sustainable building trend is one that's often as good for the bottom line as it is for environment, all this bandwagon-jumping can lead to greenwashing, leaving many pros and consumers confused--and wary.

Aspen Green Duet Steam Washer and Dryer (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

Laundry is going green, literally, with this brand's Aspen Green Duet Steam front-loading washer and dryer. The washer uses up to 73 percent less water and 77 percent less energy compared to traditional top-loading washers, according to the manufacturer. The dryer features a Sanitize cycle that removes up to 99.9 percent of bacteria from items such as stuffed animals, towels, bedding, and sleeping bags, the company says. 800-253-3977.

Stainless Steel Washer and Dryer (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The Pro Line series features a stainless steel washer and dryer pair with a sound insulation system and optional pedestal drawers. The front-loading washer has 11 settings ranging from heavy duty to hand wash with adjustable cycle times, water temperature, and spin speed controls, the company says. The dryer features six temperature settings and five pre-set programs, including an extra-care option to minimize wrinkles. 800-422-1230.