Say Goodbye to Your Clothes Dryer
Savannah LucaxWed Oct 27 2021
With summer approaching, we have our fingers crossed that the dreary rainy days will become a long-forgotten memory. The summer sunshine offers a plethora of benefits, from boosting your vitamin D levels to making outdoor entertaining more enjoyable. This change in weather also means you can dry your clothing outdoors, with the sun drying your clothes in record time! At LAINE, we have curated a premium selection of the best clotheslines from best-selling brands like Brabantia and Leifheit.
Benefits of Drying Outside
Save Money and Power
An outdoor clothesline is often cheaper to purchase than an electric dryer. Not only that, but it is a lot cheaper to run, as it doesn’t require any power or maintenance. If you purchase a Brabantia clothesline, you can expect it to last you a lifetime of use! No replacement necessary.
Good for the Environment
If you want to reduce your carbon footprint, air-drying is the way to go. Stop using unnecessary power and opt for the natural option instead. With the current climate change threats, it is so important to do your bit to help the planet. Tumble dryers are proven to gobble up your electricity and hike up your power bill.
Fresh Air = Fresh Clothes with Fewer Wrinkles
If you suffer from sensitive skin, line-drying is the way to go. The natural air creates a nice, fresh scent and removes any strong odours from clinging washer product. It also reduces the number of wrinkles, as they are left to dry upside down and weighed down by water. This position enables the wrinkles to dissipate, reducing the need for ironing later on!
Kinder to Your Clothing
If you want your clothing to last longer and remain in excellent condition, then it is best to avoid tumble dryers when you can. This is a more aggressive approach to drying and can result in clothing zippers and buttons getting snagged on each other as they spin. High dryer heat can also ruin some fabrics if you aren’t careful so it is always safer to try outdoors when possible or if you are not sure of the care instructions. Not only can the dryer cause shrinkage but it can also reduce the strength of fabrics if done repeatedly, meaning your clothing won’t last as long.
Sunlight Whitens and Disinfects Washing
Did you know: sunlight is scientifically proven as being able to help bleach and disinfect your clothing? This is perfect for your white sheet sets and pillowcases. The sun may even help to remove some faint pesky stains. However, if you have darker clothes that need drying, it may pay to keep them out of direct sunlight when possible.
BONUS: Score Yourself Some Vitamin D
The sunshine is not only good for our clothing but it is also good for our health! By drying your laundry outside, you can get that daily dose of vitamin D that your body needs.
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