Drying laundry efficiently is often rushed, yet it's crucial for ensuring freshness and a pleasing scent. Explore our expert tips to dry your fabrics faster and more effectively while caring for even the most delicate fibers.
a. Sorting the Laundry
Before drying, sort your laundry by material—cotton, synthetic, and household textiles all require different temperatures. The weight of the items is also critical; lighter fabrics take longer to dry. Add a Sta-soft Fabric softener to the drum for extra fragrance.
b. Spinning
Effective laundry drying starts with a thorough spin cycle in your washing machine. Set it to a high number of revolutions per minute (minimum 800) to help your laundry dry quickly.
c. Selecting the Program
Pay close attention to the drying program: use intense settings for towels and sturdy household linens, and delicate settings for dresses and lightweight clothing. Avoid putting silk or fine wool items in the dryer; opt for flat drying instead.
d. Maintenance
To keep your textiles smelling fresh in the dryer, clean the filter regularly and check the moisture sensor.
a. Using a Drying Rack
A spacious drying rack allows you to space out your textiles for better air circulation. Avoid overlapping clothes to ensure uniform drying. A handy tip for hanging the laundry: hang t-shirts and sweatshirts upside down to prevent the sleeves from sticking to the body.
b. Flat Drying
For wool or cashmere sweaters, lay them flat on a clean towel or a dedicated drying rack. This prevents your valuable and delicate items from deforming or developing unsightly creases.
c. Placement
Indoors especially, the chosen location is crucial to know how to quickly dry laundry. Avoid drying items in the bathroom due to high humidity. Instead, place them near windows or in heated rooms. Open the windows wide to accelerate the drying process.
a. Season and Time of Day
Contrary to popular belief, laundry can be dried outside all year-round. In winter, clothes will freeze, naturally eliminating bacteria. In summer, the heat can dry clothes in just a few hours, especially if hung in the morning and collected in the afternoon.
b. Exposure
The sun can be beneficial but must be used wisely. It’s perfect for whitening clothes but can fade colored or black fabrics. These should be dried in a slightly shaded area of your garden or backyard.
c. Clothesline
Similar to an indoor drying rack, space your clothes well on the line and secure them with clothing pegs to prevent them from blowing away. Place pegs on the seams to avoid leaving marks or creases.
By following these tips, you can ensure your laundry is dried efficiently and maintains its fresh scent, whether using a dryer, drying indoors, or enjoying the great outdoors.
