Shorter days are here, and while we’re looking forward to curling up on the sofa in front of quality TV, being surrounded by damp washing is no picnic.
When the weather’s bad, there’s no choice but to hang your washing indoors. Combined with central heating, it can lead to a muggy indoor environment that makes winter far less fun.
Tumble-drying clothes is one option, but they come at an unappealing cost - especially with energy costs as they are.
There is a way to keep the air inside clean and easier to breathe with the help of a modern tech marvel: the dehumidifier.
Offering a simple solution to the question of domestic damp this winter, dehumidifiers draw away moisture in the air making staying in an altogether more pleasant experience.
The thing is they don’t exactly come cheap, except around one time of year: Black Friday.
When is Black Friday?
As luck would have it we’re in the Black Friday sales zone right now, with the official date on November 24.
Black Friday is the one time of year you can guarantee discounts on products across the board, including on things like dehumidifiers. It’s the best time to invest in one before we get into the thick of winter.
How to choose a dehumidifier
If you’re considering getting a dehumidifier, be mindful of storage space first and foremost. You’ll want somewhere to keep it once the weather warms up in the spring. For large homes or houses with high ceilings, look for a machine with a generous water tank so you’re not having to empty it every few hours.
If you’re only planning to use it in a small area or you live in a small home, a smaller, portable dehumidifier should suffice. Whatever size you opt for, look for low-energy and low-noise options to make your chosen dehumidifier a seamless part of your house’s set-up that won’t add too much of a burden to your bills.
Are there Black Friday deals on dehumidifiers now?
Early offers are in, giving keen beans ample time to bag a dehumidifier now before the official Black Friday sales get into full swing. We’ve rounded up the best options below.
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MeacoDry ABC 10 Litre Dehumidifier with Humidistat and Laundry Mode 2 Year Warranty
This ultra-quiet model from Meaco drains the damp from your home at just 35dB, for a mere 2.45p an hour. Now those are some stats we like.
With multiple stellar features such as child lock, a laundry timer and a variable digital humidistat - this is an absolute bargain.
Was: £329.98
Buy now £146.97, Appliances Direct
Pro Breeze® 20L/Day Dehumidifier
The reviews on this dehumidifier from Pro Breeze speak volumes.
If you’re suffering from excess moisture, damp and condensation in your home, this is the device for you. It also has easy-wheeling for manoeuvrability, so you don’t have to limit your damp-removal to just one room.
Once the tank is full of water, the pre-set timer on the dehumidifier will stop and save you the extra cash on your electricity bills.
was: £259.99
Buy now £199.99, Amazon
IGENIX IG9830 Dehumidifier
Though most of us are in the market for a dehumidifier to reduce damp and moisture, they can also be incredibly helpful in reducing allergens like dust mites or mildew.
Lucky for all you Zirtec-lovers, this dehumidifier is great at both. Save £46.99 and pick one up now.
Was: £269.99
Buy now £239.99, Amazon
B&Q 10L Dehumidifier with Handle & LED display D002A
Was: £135
Buy now £95.00, B&Q
IGENIX IG9813 Dehumidifier
Improve the air quality in your room with this Igenix dehumidifier, which has an active carbon filter and ionising function to help eliminate unpleasant odours.
was: £144.99
Buy now £134.99, Amazon
Keylitos 12L Day Dehumidifiers for Home and Basements
Small, but mighty. This dehumidifier from Keylitos is lightweight and portable, but packs a punch - with a whole range of top quality features.
With a 17 itre capacity across 2,000 square feet of space, this modern and super quiet design will make a fantastic addition to any house or flat.
The keylitos also has a dry clothes function. Since dehumidifiers emit heat when they’re not in use (this is how they absorb all that moisture in the first place), you can place the device wherever you hang your wet clothes to speed up your dry-time massively.
Was: £149.99
Buy now £124.79, Amazon
ProBreeze 1000ml Dehumidifier with 4-hour Timer and LED Light - Blue
Was: £44.99
Buy now £37.99, ProBreeze
ProBreeze 12L Low Energy Dehumidifier with Built-in Humidistat
Was: £139.99
Buy now £126.99, ProBreeze