Clean machine

Sounds too good to be true: a washer and dryer in one. Throw a load of dirty clothes and detergent in, turn it on and be on your merry way. Later on, return to find the clothes not only washed, but also dried. The EZ1000 ($795 suggested retail) from Equator Corp. of Houston is a110-volt version of an appliance that’s been used for a decade in Europe, says local sales rep Mike Orosz. The compact (33- by-23- by-20- inch) front-loader is a natural for apartments or other small spaces, he says. Call him for more information at 447-9021.