Many people are turning their tumble dryers on as the sunshine fades, but with an energy hike announced by Ofgem, the cost of running these appliances can be an expensive solution. The UK is bracing for the end of summer as Storm Lilian approaches. With the sunny days of air-drying laundry likely over for another year, energy costs are set to rise .
The Energy Trust has disclosed that tumble dryers, along with washing machines and dishwashers, account for a significant 14 per cent of households' energy usage . Some dryers can consume as much as £1.76 per cycle, which can quickly accumulate.
So, how can we avoid sky-high household bills this winter? While some opt to hang their washing around the house, it's not recommended due to the potential increase in home moisture, leading to mould and damp issues . Not only that, but it can also cause your clothes to smell unpleasant. However, fans of cleaning and homeware expert Mrs Hinch may have found a solution, according to reports in the Mirror .
In a Facebook group named ' Mrs Hinch Made Me Do It', one social media user shared: "I use a clothes airer with a dehumidifier , it dries faster than my tumble dryer". Another agreed: "I swear by my dehumidifier. Hang the clothes in the utility room, shut the door and a load is dry in four hours", while a third added: "Wouldn't be without [my dehumidifier ].
Scary how much water it takes. No damp problems anymore and our clothes are dry overnight". For a quicker drying process, it's reco.