DRYING laundry in winter is a nightmare, particularly for those of us short on space.
From dehumidifiers and tumble dryers to heated airers and the rise of drying pods, most ways to speed up the process are bad news for our energy bills.
So where do we turn when we want to speed up laundry drying time without paying a penny?
Dunelm’s Utility 7kg Wall Mounted Clothes Airer should do the trick.
And even better, it’s currently on sale for 30% cheaper at £12.60.
This airer can be screwed to the wall in a convenient place, and pulled out to suspend clothes from the air whenever it’s laundry day.
A blurb reads: “Introducing the Utility 7kg Wall Mounted Clothes Airer, the ultimate space-saving solution for your drying needs.
“With 7.2 square feet of drying space, this innovative airer is designed to make your life easier.
“Its compact fold-away design ensures it won’t take up unnecessary space when not in use, while its easy-to-lift feature allows for effortless wall mounting.
“Supporting a maximum loading capacity of 7kgs, it’s perfect for both indoor and outdoor use, offering convenience and versatility like never before.”
It will take up 80% less space than a traditional clothes horse too.
Brits are raving about the “excellent space saving” gadget.
“I bought this airer to go in my under stairs cupboard for items that will not go in the tumble dryer,” one reviewed.
“I have to say, it has been worth every penny and is very robust.
“I particularly like the fact that it goes against the wall when not in use.”
“As expected, it’s a good price and very handy for winter,” a second beamed.
Tackling laundry in the winter can be a challenge, but there are options you can explore to speed up the process without draining your bank account.
If you position your dry rack or clothes horse near a radiator or in a well-ventilated room, the natural elements will be on your side to zap moisture.
You can also use space-saving hangers or a retractable washing line to maximise indoor drying space.
Some Brits are even turning to microfibre towels.
You can lay these over your drying rack to absorb extra moisture from hanging clothes.
And on dry days, hanging clothes outside for a short period before bringing them in to finish drying will speed up the process.
Never underestimate the power of some rare winter sun.
DEALING with the British weather isn't ideal when it comes to trying to get clothes dry outside. But fear not, if it's raining then there are a few hacks you can try to get your laundry dry inside the house.
Curtain poles
If you put your clothes on hangers to dry, you can then hang the clothes from a curtain pole. This is an effective hack, but it’s important to make sure you’ve got a window open too, to promote ventilation and avoid a build up of mould.
Airers
There are a whole host of airers on the market, but the popularity of heated airers have risen dramatically in recent months. Many people swear by using a heated airer to get clothes dry quickly and evenly, without racking up loads on the energy bill by using a tumble dryer.
Dehumidifiers
While the main point of a dehumidifier is, as the name suggests, to reduce humidity in the room, they also work a treat to get clothes dry. In fact, many of the little machines have a laundry setting on them. And once again, using a dehumidifier won’t break the bank either, as they’re very energy efficient.
Radiator cocoon
If you’ve got your heating on, then creating a cocoon with a fitted sheet and your radiator can be a game changer. Simply place one end of the fitted sheet over the radiator, and place the other end so it’s entirely engulfing the airer. This will dry your clothes quicker, by keeping the hot air inside the cocoon, rather than letting it all escape.
Spin it
The majority of washing machine cycles end with a spin, but you can always give your laundry an extra spin before taking it out, to remove as much moisture as possible before you hang it up. It’s a hack that loads of people swear by when it comes to drying clothes inside.
