Is a Stainless Steel Drum Best for a Washing Machine? | Hunker
Unless you stick your head inside your washing machine, you might not even know what your machine''s wash drum or tub is made of. The machine''s tub material is a significant factor in the lifespan of your washer, as well as in its ability to treat your clothes well, and in just about every respect except for cost, stainless steel has an advantage over other tub materials.