What Size Washer Do You Need? Let's Break It Down
At The Laundry Station, we keep things simple, clean, and fast — just like your laundry should be.
At The Laundry Station, we keep things simple, clean, and fast — just like your laundry should be. One of the biggest questions we get from our self-service customers is: "What washer size should I use?"
Whether you're popping in for a quick refresh or knocking out laundry for the whole crew, we've got the right washer ready to roll. Our locations in Elizabethton, Johnson City, Kingsport, and Mount Carmel feature 20 lb, 30 lb, 40 lb, 60 lb, 80 lb, and 100 lb machines, so you can get up to 10 loads done in about 1 hour. Let's find the best fit for your laundry.
💳 You can pay however works best for you — we accept cash, credit card, or mobile pay.
🔹 20 lb Washer = 2 Loads
Just got a little laundry to handle? The 20 lb washer is your go-to.
- A small basket of everyday clothes
- Laundry for one person
- Baby clothes or linens
- Gym wear or midweek refresh loads
- Delicates and light items
- Great for keeping your favorite outfits fresh between full laundry days
- Also handy for small batches of cleaning rags, pillowcases, or cloth napkins
🕒 Fast and done in about 1 hour — ideal when you're in and out!
🔹 40 lb Washer = 4 Loads
A solid step up for when life (and laundry) piles up a bit more.
- 2–3 people's weekly laundry
- Towels and sheets
- Light jackets and hoodies
- A couple of full laundry baskets
- Small throw blankets
🧺 Double the loads, same great speed.
🔹 60 lb Washer = 6 Loads
For those bigger laundry days when the baskets are overflowing.
- Full-on family laundry
- School clothes, sports gear, and uniforms
- Bulk towel days (yes, even beach towels!)
- Light comforters and throws
- Sweaters, jeans, and other bulky stuff
- Pet bedding or crate liners
- Also awesome if you're washing bath mats, small blankets, and clothes together
👚👖 Toss it all in — this washer can handle it.
🔹 80 lb Washer = 7–8 Loads
When you want to knock out a ton of laundry in one go.
- Large or busy households
- King-size sheets and comforters
- Seasonal switch-outs (think coats, blankets, etc.)
- Bedding for multiple rooms
- Winter wear and heavy-duty loads
- Laundry for a group trip or family reunion
- If you've skipped a couple of weeks (hey, we've all been there), this one's got you covered
💪 This washer is a time-saver, plain and simple.
🔹 100 lb Washer = Ultimate Capacity
The big dog. 💥 Got a mountain of laundry? No sweat — this washer was made for it.
- King comforters and oversized bedding
- Rugs, pet beds, and bulky items
- Whole-house laundry days
- Vacation rental or Airbnb turnover
- Post-vacation or move-in loads
- Great for businesses too — cleaning uniforms, linens, or other big jobs
- Ideal if you're doing a full reset: all sheets, towels, clothes, and more in one go
💡 Up to 10 loads, all in one wash. That's what we call efficient.
🛏️ What About Bedding?
If you're wondering what washer to use for comforters and sheets, here's a quick cheat sheet:
- Twin/Full Comforters: 40 lb washer
- Queen/King Comforters & Sheets: 60–80 lb washer
✅ No bunching. No headaches. Just clean, fluffy bedding.
🧽 What Size Washer for Rugs?
Washing rugs? We got you.
- Bath/Kitchen Rugs: 40 lb washer
- Runners & Entry Rugs: 60 lb washer
- Larger Rugs or Multiples: 80–100 lb washer
📢 Pro tip: Always check your rug's label before tossing it in.
🧍 Need a Hand?
We've always got friendly employees on hand to help out. Whether it's figuring out washer sizes, how many quarters you need, or what goes where — just ask. We're happy to guide you through it.
🧼 Laundry Made Simple in East Tennessee
At The Laundry Station, we're all about giving you the tools to knock out laundry on your time, your way — with a clean space, fast machines, and friendly faces.
📍 Visit us in Elizabethton, Johnson City, Kingsport, or Mount Carmel.
⏱️ Get your laundry done in about 1 hour.
💳 Pay with cash, credit card, or our Laundry Cat mobile app.
✨ And feel good doing it.
🧼💙 The Laundry Station — Your Laundry Destination.