The most frustrating aspect of laundry has to be the drying, especially during winter when line-drying outside isn't practical. The common go-to is to either use a tumble dryer or drape washing over radiators - two practices that can hit the pocket hard and aren't always an available luxury. Additionally, relying on radiators for drying clothes can cause complications as the moisture from the wet garments potentially damages the surrounding wall paint.
It's not uncommon for people using this method to end up grappling with how to deal with window condensation and mould growth. Despite using a clothes airer being a workable solution, one individual on the Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips Facebook page expressed displeasure at the slow drying times achieved with airers. Gemma Wagner posted to the group: "What is the best way to dry clothes when washed please as my normal airer is just not drying them quickly enough?" Helpful tips flowed in from her fellow cleaning enthusiasts suggesting she pair the airer with a dehumidifier and give her laundry an additional spin cycle before hanging them up, reports the Express .
A dehumidifier, by removing moisture from the air and the laundry itself, can accelerate the drying time significantly and circumvent any issues with mould due to heightened moisture levels in the room. So, simply placing garments on the rack and switching on a dehumidifier can greatly hasten the drying process. Sian Reeds said: "Extra spin in the washing machine and then on .
