Woman's 'amazing' washing machine trick makes drying clothes a breeze

Brits are facing the annual battle with soggy laundry now the wetter months are upon us, turning drying clothes into a headache that just won't quit. In a country notorious for its persistent drizzle, outdoor line drying is often off the menu, forcing many to turn to alternatives like tumble dryers – the priciest option for achieving that soft and fluffy finish. With pennies being pinched tighter than ever, this method becomes a desperate last resort.

Cranking up the central heating might help chase away the dampness, but at a cost to the wallet, it's a solution many would skip in challenging economic times or when the chill doesn't justify blasting the heat through empty rooms. Having a hefty brood means daily laundry is a must to keep everyone decent, leading to a home littered with airers. However, these indoor saviours can leave you hanging quite literally as clothes take ages to dry and often end up smelling musty.



And if lady luck isn't on your side, this setup could invite unwelcome mould guests over time. Frustration over slow-drying clothing reached peak exasperation when one woman took her woes to the Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips Facebook group, seeking advice: "I've bought a clothes airer. "What's the trick to using them? Took ages to dry yesterday and yes I do have a cover.

Any tips would be appreciated. Thank you." In the quest for quicker clothes drying, group members have shared a game-changing tip that leverages the washing machine's power: "Put clothes on an extra high spin in the washing machine to remove as much water as possible," one member advised.

Another chimed in with their own routine: "After the set spin, I do them again on 1,400 spin speed. Underwear and socks go on top of the cover." A further endorsement came from another member who offered additional insights: "Extra spin everything, it's amazing how much more water comes out, really noticeable on things like jeans and hoodies.

I've got a high line so even a little time outside in the wind is amazing, so much quicker to dry than a whirly line." They also shared another clever approach: "Also, my husband fitted a small radiator in my airing cupboard so I hand stuff on hangers from the slats. Put light things on coat hangers and hang them on door frames overnight, they'll be dry in the morning.

" Yet another savvy individual suggested an alternative method for airer use: "I've used airers for years," they declared. "I hang two clothes across two bars rather than one. Put them on the airer in the evening in a room with the window open slightly.

"I then turn all the clothes over in the morning and by the time my next wash is ready to hang out that evening, these clothes are dry." One savvy tip included investing in a dehumidifier, which not only costs less to operate than tumble dryers but can also tackle those pesky condensation issues: "I myself do one wash a day and have a dehumidifier on in the smallest room for four to six hours," they revealed..