Laverie libre is the laundromat in france. Search for "laverie" near you to find one…read more
This laverie is bright, open all the time and easy to use. There's even a red phone on the wall if you have trouble.
But thanks to google image translate I figured it out.
1. Choose the right sized washer for your load.
Some machines have a button with a padlock icon. Push it to open the door.
HINT: The 8kg machines do a SUPER job of spinning. - equals less money spent on drying.
2. Load your clothes and secure the door.
3. Add your detergent in the top. Detergent goes in the spot with the "II" icon. On some machines it's marked "lavage".
4. Go to the payment machine and at the lower right enter the nunber of your washer/dryer.
5. Pay the indicated amount.
Most people I saw today put in their clothes and left. I guess this is a good neighborhood?
Still, if you have jeans, know that "used-looking" american jeans fetch a hefty price in paris!!
Stay with your clothes.
More hints:
If you dont want to lug your suitcase around and forgot to bring your big blue ikea jumbo sacks/bags, stop at the register at the neaby monoprix. They have great bafs for 0.90 each.
Watch out. These are industrial-grade dryers. Dial the heat knob carefully!
Happy washing!
