As technology continues to advance, sometimes forget about the humble beginnings of some of our beloved modern conveniences like the washing machine.
We have certainly come a long way since the days doing loads upon loads of laundry over a couple of hours by hand. The first washing machine invention was a "Scrub Board" then overtime it started taking the shape of the machines we're accustomed to using today.
Here are 15 photos to show the evolution of the washing machine:
1. The Scrub Board - 1797
2. The Drum Machine - 1851
3. The Rotary Machine - 1858
4. The Thor - 1908
5. Thor Electric Washing Machine - 1935
6. Maytag Wringer Washer - 1940
7. The Bendix Deluxe - 1947
8. Bendix Duomatic - 1956
9. Hoovermatic Twin Tub - 1960
10. Hoover Keymatic - 1963
11. Kenmore Washer And Dryer - 1970s
12. Hotpoint Microtronic De Luxe Machine - 1984
13. Gorenje Front Loading Machine - 1995
14. LG Washer and Dryer - 2000s
15. Samsung Wi-Fi Compatible Washer - 2017
Which one of these have you owned? Let us know in the comments!
