THE thought of ditching your dryer to save on energy bills doesn’t have to leave you in a spin.
According to the latest tests from Which? the average washer-dryer will set you back £155 a year in energy costs, based on the new energy price landing in October.
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So if you want to lighten the load, try these drying tricks instead . . .
SPIN IT TO WIN IT: Before you even think about hanging your laundry, make sure those heavier items, like jeans and bedding, get a little extra “spin” time.
Say goodbye to excess water and hello to faster drying.
HIGH AND DRY: Invest in a sturdy clothes airer, a ceiling-hung clothes “maid” or a wall-mounted rack. These nifty contraptions are your ticket to drying success.
Heat rises so the higher you can place them, the better.
HANGER MANAGEMENT: Coat hangers aren’t just for your wardrobe any more.
Attach them to your trusty drying rack to create more space for your garments. Less wrinkling and less ironing — it’s a win-win!
CHECK ’N’ CHANGE: Don’t leave your clothes hanging for too long!
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Check on them every few hours and rearrange. This ensures every inch of clothing gets its fair share of drying time.
FAN-TASTIC IDEA: Remember those trusty fans from the summer heatwave? Place one strategically in front of your laundry to speed up the drying process if you are in a rush to dry your items. Another option is to use a dehumidifier to get rid of moisture in the air.
A budget version is the Mighty Power Moisture Trap dehumidifier, £1.40, Poundland.
HEAT IT UP: Heated airers are a great way to dry clothes fast. They’re efficient, budget-friendly and you can currently get one at wowcher.co.uk for £34.99 instead of £69.99.
Plus, they add warmth to a room during colder months.
Safety note: Don’t dry damp clothes on storage heaters or convector heaters.
- All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.
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