Spend extra $’s To deter rust and sharp edges: DIY improvements
I guarantee This device  will rust the way I use it, so I applied  Rustoleum (inside & out).  The paint will probably also smooth out any sharp metal edges that would destroy fabric during wash agitation. I took extra precaution to remove sharp edges by applying  epoxy before applying primer and paint (as suggested by another reviewer,)<br />I prepped for paint with DAWN dish soap to remove any potential machine oils, then lightly sanded reachable surfaces I could reach to give paint something to hold on to.<br />To paint the inside where I cannot reach with a brush, a taped up the very top holes with strips of duct tape, poured primer paint inside device, and rolled washer around to cover all inside surfaces, then removed tape to drain excess paint into paint bucket.<br />I hang painted surfaces that will touch fabric, but was careful not to leave bumpy thick drops of paint that might damage fabric from repeated washing sessions.<br />I also bought a larger wood handle from a hardware store.<br />I like the feel of this metal washing device compared to competitor’s plastic versions, but rust is a deal breaker, so without applying paint, I’d stick to plastic, which I modified with a taller handle.
Rating: 5 stars