Overview

• New guidance spotlights an extra spin cycle after washing to extract more water, with experts saying it can cut drying time by up to 50% and lower energy use.
• A towel-roll method—wrapping damp items in a dry towel, twisting tightly, and optionally inserting paper towels into creases—is promoted as a no-cost way to speed drying.
• Householders report success hanging garments on clothes hangers around the home during wet weather, reducing the need for a tumble dryer and limiting creasing.
• A laundry expert notes that cold, dry or windy days can dry clothes effectively outdoors, challenging the assumption that winter rules out line drying.
• Multiple sources warn that placing wet laundry on radiators increases indoor moisture, which can lead to damp and mould.