Self Service Laundry
At Revolution Laundry, self service laundry is built around one idea: elevating laundry day with a better clean than home. Our laundromats in White Center and Lake City give you clean, well maintained washers and dryers in a range of sizes, so you can finish a week of laundry in one trip instead of spending all day on it at home. Bring your clothes, towels and bedding. Then choose your machines and let commercial equipment do the heavy lifting.
Machines Sized For Every Load
Our washers range from standard sizes for everyday clothes to large capacity machines built for comforters, duvets, sleeping bags, and big family loads. Run several machines side by side to wash everything at once, then move straight to our dryers. Commercial washers spin out more water than most home machines and commercial dryers run with more heat and airflow, so heavy items like towels and jeans dry faster and more evenly.
Why Choose Self Service Laundry?
Self service laundry is a smart choice for renters without washer and dryer hookups, households whose machines are broken or too small, and anyone who wants to get a big pile of laundry done fast. It’s also the easiest way to wash bulky bedding and blankets that don’t fit at home, and a reliable way to get everything fully dry during Seattle’s long rainy season.
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Laundromat FAQ
Still need a few more questions answered? Check out some of our frequently asked questions from our customers.
You bring your own laundry, choose an open washer, add detergent, pay for the machine, and start the cycle. When the wash is done, you move your clothes to a dryer, pay, and select a heat setting. Once everything is dry, you can fold on site using the folding tables and head home with clean laundry.
Laundromat prices depend on machine size and location. Standard washers generally cost a few dollars per load, while large capacity washers cost more because they hold several loads worth of laundry. Dryers are typically priced by time. See current pricing at each location.
For many renters and small households, yes. A new washer and dryer set can cost well over a thousand dollars before installation, repairs, and higher utility bills. A laundromat has no upfront cost, and you only pay for the loads you run. Households that do a lot of laundry every week may find home machines pay off over time, but even then, a laundromat is often the better choice for bulky items and large batches.
Bringing your own is the easiest way to use a product you like. Commercial front load washers work best with HE (high-efficiency) detergent.
Yes. Laundromats are everyday community businesses used by thousands of people, and a clean, well-run laundromat is a safe and comfortable place to do laundry. Simple habits help, like keeping valuables with you, staying nearby while your cycles run and visiting during regular business hours.
Hot water, detergent, and high dryer heat are what kill most germs and bacteria in laundry, and that applies to commercial machines just like home ones. For extra peace of mind, you can wash towels, bedding, and heavily soiled items on hot, and wipe down the folding table before use.
It’s uncommon. High dryer heat is actually one of the most effective ways to kill bed bugs on fabric, which is why many people use laundromat dryers to treat infested items. To be extra careful, keep your laundry in sealed bags or a plastic basket and avoid setting it on shared surfaces for long periods.
Many people step out briefly while their laundry runs. For the best experience, set a timer and come back before your cycle ends so your clothes aren’t left sitting and machines stay available for others. Keep valuables and anything irreplaceable with you.
Yes. Large capacity washers are ideal for king and queen comforters, duvets, sleeping bags, blankets, and pet beds. Check the care label first, shake off loose pet hair before washing, and dry bulky items thoroughly so no moisture stays trapped inside.
A typical wash cycle runs about 30 minutes, and drying often takes 30 to 45 minutes depending on the load. Because you can run several machines at once, a full week of laundry can often be finished in under two hours.