Cleaning enthusiasts have shared some of their top tips to speed up the process of drying clothes that have been in the washing machine.
During the winter months, hanging the washing outside is rarely a viable option and so it usually must be dried inside.
This can present its own issues, however, as space can be limited and it can leave your home damp and smelly.
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As reported by the Daily Express, one concerned woman had this exact problem - and took to a Facebook cleaning group to ask for help.
Posting in the Mrs Hinch cleaning tips and tricks group, she wrote: “Could I ask how you all dry your washing indoors? I use a dryer and hang non-dryer items in the hall on a rail but I have put it away due to having lots of people over.
“I wish I had a utility space but I turned that into a home office. How do you guys dry your washing?”
It wasn't long before the woman's post was full of comments from other users sharing advice on how to quickly dry washing.
One wrote: “Whatever you decide please remember the moisture needs to go somewhere.
“Drying clothes indoors, other than using a tumble dryer, will need a dehumidifier or you will cause all sorts of problems with condensation and dampness.
“Opening a window now and then isn’t enough, I’ve been there unfortunately.”
Dehumidifiers remove water and moisture from the air, helping to reduce the buildup of mould and dust mites.
Although they can be expensive, they can last for several years.
A second added: “I have had a dehumidifier for years, it helps to speed up drying clothes too.”
“Absolutely agree,” chimed in a third.
Another user explained: “I have very limited radiator space in my house so I will put some of my drying on a rack and place a dehumidifier right near to it.
“Not only am I no longer worried about mould building up, it makes clothes dry so much quicker, it’s a game changer.”
Some group members recommended investing in a space-saving drying rack.
One suggested: “I’ve got a washing rack which hangs from my ceiling in the kitchen and it’s brilliant. It’s up high so the washing dries faster, I also plug in a dehumidifier in the winter to help reduce the moisture.”
Some washing racks fit onto the radiator, creating more space close to a heat source for them to dry.
Some Mrs Hinch fans advised others to invest in a heated clothes rack, with one commenting: “I have the Aldi heated drying rack, it works really well, just have to rotate it a few times.”
Another added: “I’ve got an electric airer which is really good. It’s also got shaped bars that fit trainers on.”
While some may think they use up a lot of energy, heated drying racks are much more economical to run than tumble dryers.
They can be purchased from various different retailers, all varying in price.
