Should I dry my laundry after washing it in the washing machine?

Some users believe that after spinning at 1400-1600 rpm, clothes will be dry and ready to wear or fold immediately. They claim they won't have to hang shirts and pants on the balcony or around the house, or buy an automatic dryer. Is it really possible to under-dry clothes after washing? How can you speed up drying? What are some life hacks? Let's explore the nuances.

Is it worth removing moisture from clothes by intensive spinning?

Experts agree that intensive spinning should be avoided. It is better to dry the laundry after washing than to spin it at the maximum speed of 1400-1600 rpm. And there are several explanations for this.

Firstly, high spin speeds place excessive mechanical stress on items. Even the most durable fabrics will wear out faster if they're constantly spun at high speeds. Delicate materials won't survive this treatment at all.

Secondly, intensive spinning is harmful to the washing machine itself. It will wear out the bearing assembly faster and stretch the drive belt. The motor, too, may fail due to operating at maximum load.

Continuous spinning at maximum speed is harmful to both clothes and the washing machine.

Third, even spinning at 1400-1600 rpm won't dry your laundry properly. While the clothes will be less damp than with an 800 rpm spin, they won't be damp enough to put away in a closet. Even laying them out on shelves will still leave the fabric smelling unpleasant, and mold may develop.

How to avoid long drying times on the balcony

Wet clothes hanging around the house or on the balcony are a nuisance for many. If spinning isn't an option, how do you dry them? What life hacks do homeowners use? Here are a few quick-drying methods you can try.

Julia

I use this trick to dry my clothes almost completely right in the washing machine. This life hack works well if I only have a small load of clothes, about 1-2 kg. During the main wash, I turn off the spin cycle. When the machine finishes washing, I open the door and throw a dry terry towel (a large one) into the drum.

Next, I add the towel to the wet laundry and spin it at 1000 or 1200 RPM. The terry cloth absorbs the moisture, leaving the clothes practically dry. It's much more convenient to dry one towel than several items.

Evgeniya

I run an extra spin cycle. It helps significantly reduce the drying time of the laundry. It's good that modern washing machines have this feature.

After a double spin, even at medium speed, clothes are practically dry. It will take a maximum of an hour to finish drying them. I think this life hack is the most effective.

Larisa

I live right in the city center, near a busy road. I have to dry my clothes indoors because the balcony is constantly filled with dust and smog. To prevent dampness in the apartment due to high humidity, I bought a dehumidifier.

I place the dehumidifier next to the floor drying rack. It dries clothes much faster, and the apartment stays cool. It's especially good for drying bed linens.

Using a dehumidifier can significantly reduce the drying time of your laundry.

Tatiana

My grandmother taught me how to dry clothes twice as fast. The secret is to hang them right-side out first, then turn them inside out after a couple of hours. Good air circulation is essential. This way, drying doesn't take too long.

Anastasia

I don't have room for a full-size dryer in my apartment. I accidentally discovered an interesting device: a hanging clothes dryer. It costs around $25–$30 and can be ordered on any online marketplace.

This portable dryer is foldable, making it easy to store. It dries laundry in 15-30 minutes. Mine holds up to 10 kg of clothes at a time. It has two modes: regular and delicate. It also has a sanitize function.

What is it? It consists of a heating element with an ozone function, a cover, and hangers. This portable dryer can be used for both clothes and shoes. I find it very convenient. Half an hour, and your clothes can be put away in the closet. Nothing hangs anywhere, gets in the way, and there's no damp feeling in the apartment.

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