Overview
- Energy Trust figures say laundry appliances take about 14% of household energy, with some tumble dryer cycles costing up to £1.76.
- Martin Lewis recommends dehumidifiers at roughly 5p per hour to cut bills, noting the upfront purchase, with basic models available from around £25.
- Members of a Mrs Hinch Facebook group report pairing an airer with a dehumidifier dries loads in about four hours and, for some, faster than their tumble dryer.
- A Daily Mirror trial of the JML DriBUDDI (£79) found fresher‑smelling laundry but slower drying and an estimated running cost of about 32p per hour.
- Public guidance discourages drying clothes on radiators due to raised indoor humidity, mould risks and musty odours.