As electricity and gas bills soar, many people will be looking to cut out energy-draining appliances.
Tumble dryers are quick and efficient to dry clothes but they can make your energy bills jump. A number of people are returning to the age-old method of sun drying your washing on a clothesline but Ireland isn't exactly known for being sunny all year round.
Damp clothes can get mouldy and smell if not dried properly. Also drying clothes indoors can also lead to mould on the walls.
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But don't fret because an expert revealed the best way of drying clothes indoors while avoiding the dreaded mould. Laurence Smith of In The Wash told The Express: "Drying clothes indoors is not ideal because wet clothes release damp into the air which can lead to mould growth.
"However, it’s not unsafe to do so as long as your home is well-ventilated. Luckily, you can take steps to reduce the moisture in the air."
Laurence said that wet laundry should be kept out of their living spaces, such as the living room, kitchen and bedroom. He added that people should also avoid drying their laundry in the bathroom as it's already a damp space and clothes will take longer to dry.
He said the best place to hang up your wet laundry is a dedicated laundry room, spare room, or garage. Laurence said: "Use a drying rack and place it in a room that you use infrequently, such as a laundry room, spare room or even dining room."
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