How to Hang Dry Laundry FAST | Save Your Time & Your Clothes
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00:00 Intro
2:09 Equipment: Drying Racks
2:51 Clothing Care
3:51 The Hanging Method
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Hey! Thanks for tuning in :) My name is Elaine, aka "miss methodical", and I'm interested in all things sustainability, science, technology, travel, fitness, nutrition, home, beauty, and fashion to improve the quality of life through healthy, zero-waste, & efficient practices. I try to apply a principles-based approach (instead of a rules-based one) with everything that I do. I'd like to create a community through this channel to exchange ideas on the topics we share passions in. Please join in so we can all learn together! 💚 - Навчання та стиль
This helps a lot. Just got my first apartment where I’m living by myself, and I’m doing EVERYTHING to save on the utility bill, but I never really concentrated on things like air drying clothes. When I lived with my family or roommates, air drying clothes was considered rude or inefficient because it meant hanging my stuff in the common area, so I used the dryer-even though I’d argue it’s even more annoying that the bargain brand dryer took at least 3 cycles to dry a load of clothes 🤷.
My dryer just broke soo this is dope
Update?
@@b.w.6919 I bought a dryer and washer. I’m lazy as hell and never have time to hang dry unless it’s a shirt for work.
Lol me too
And they do a bad job anyways
Is it true that dryers are bad for the environment?
Yesss to this video!! I air dry a LOT of my clothing because it just preserves the life of them. I swear by this. Maybe I should take it up a notch and just air dry everything !
Hi! I’m super interested in air drying my clothes. How do you get the wrinkles out. I don’t want to spend a ton of time ironing. Thank you for your help!!
@@lynneharris7706 hi Lynne. I just iron everything. But I love to iron. Maybe try steaming the items?
Thank you for replying back! I think I’ll invest in a steamer:)
I use a steamer, too. I love it!
I use a dehumidifier for my whole house so just point a standard fan at my clothes rack to encourage water displacement and the dry air in my house soakes up the moisture and drys my clothes in under an hour
That's the trickie part is drying them fast enough before they grow mildew, it's harder in a wet climate throughout winter.
Dude you sound so smart
We have always air dried, but not to save money. We just love our clothes and don't want them to get worn out. It can take a long time to find clothes you like to wear. I think we need a rack like yours. I enjoyed watching. Thank you for sharing because now we know that we need a new rack since ours doesn't have racks that hang clothes as high.
Thank you so much for this! I have three small boys and we always struggle to get laundry dried. I love what you said about doing as much zero waste as we can imperfectly 🌱 it’s very positive and makes such a great difference by removing any shame/ blame/ guilt. You are wonderful! Thank you 🪴 xx
Wow!! Thank you so much for creating this video!! I hang a lot of my clothes and I always dread having to hang everything and this seems like a great process! Just ordered the same rack from IKEA!
This is super helpful!! We just got a ventless combo washer/dryer and a double clothesline, so im excited to get into it!! Striving to be more zero waste every day 🤗
Wonderful guide, very helpful. Thank you!
Thanks for the tips! As a spoiled 21 year old guy I'm moving abroad to Canada and will be living on my own so I'm glad you can teach us on these basic things in life that my mum wouldn't let me do myself lol
Great tips thanks for the upload. Something that has been a game changer for me was setting up separate baskets for each member of the family. I don't have a huge space so I set up a bookshelf in my laundry and I have a basket for my daughter and I plus another basket for socks/undies/delicates and soaking. Washing per basket means there is no sorting and we roll our socks up as we place them in the basket so no lost socks. Not only does it save time on sorting when hanging but it saves time when putting items away.
Omg this is so helpful!! Thank you so much! I will definitely use this too for college.
I drove to an ikea for the first time after ordering this exact drying rack. this rack changes the game. thank you!!!
Love all the details. Thank you! Very informative
My dryer just broke and I can't get a appointment to get it fixed for a few weeks so I bought a clothes rack and then I looked at the hubs and said I have no idea what I'm doing. It looks like it should be so simple! I'm do glad you made this video!
I should start doing this. Great way to reduce my electricity usage and extend clothes life. My washer does a spin cycle at the end to get a good amount of the moisture out so it is just damp comping out anyway
I love the methodical way to hang the clothes. Never thought about sorting to size. I will do this from now on!
Thank you so much for this video. I'm a mom of 3. I also have a difficult time with organization and efficiency. Your video really helped me learn how to do this in a way that will cause me less stress. Thank you :)
Thank you for sharing this clothes rack. I ordered it and this is my second time using. We do a lot air drying (clothes line and a smaller clothes drying rack) but this is a nice addition. Thanks again.
Loved this! Would definitely not be opposed to more laundry/fabric care videos in the future! :)
Noted! Thanks for stopping by
Big help, just encountered a no dryer situation. Thx!!
Great tips. I have just started drying my clothes in the basement or outside (when weather permits) after washing them in cold water. I like my sheets dried outside. I have many items of clothing that I just hang up in my closet to dry that don't need to be on the rack. In the rare times when I have lots of items to wash (towels, rugs, etc.), I wash them in my machine then take them to the laundromat (total cost of $3) to dry. I figure that I am saving lots of electricity each year from not using the dryer. I am going to look into the over the door drying rack.
I really like how you said that's its okay even if we don't do this. It really made me want to hear what you had to say. I'm not a save the earth person, I'm researching this is to lower my energy bill.
Thank you this was very insightful and helpful!!!
You're so welcome! Being a "save the earth person" or not, if you're reducing an energy bill, I think we're all on board with that 😌
@@missmethodical thank you!! It's working on my everyday clothes!! I actually can't wait to see the energy bill now lol
If you have the space and resources to invest and install a second drying rack, then this can make a big difference.
Clothes will dry a lot quicker, if they have enough free space around them - the fully packed rack in the video is likely to take longer, overall.
Also, the location of the drying rack can be important (next to an open window is good).
It also can be worth to turn the rack or the clothes on it after about three hours. It's a bit like that it is possible to grill a burger fully by just leaving it on one side, for long enough, but it will be cooked through quicker if turned.
Great video!
I just bought a drying rack and started hanging my clothes. Thanks for the tips!
As a young person trying to learn how to live, this helps a lot! Thankss a lot!❤
Love this and thank you for the video. I air dry as well. I was just wondering what y’all do for lint and fuzzys from new clothes or sweatshirts and sweatpants?
Love this..thanks
Thanks! This helped me
This is so helpful 👍
Thank you ♡ just got a new airer yesterday and was unsure how to load as it different from my old one.
I saw how high my energy bill was from using a dryer and as a single woman I was trying to think of a way to cut back and a drying rack was the solution. I also saw how much carbon emissions come from dryer usage and it was a no brainer on switching to low energy.
Great video.
Love this keep it up
Hah! I had already been doing it this way for a long time. Great video 👍🏼
:) i normally put a couple of hangers on the each side to add more items, its also flat hung up and dries quicker...leave it near a open window :)
In Brazil most ppl just air dry their clothes (every single piece), including my family… I was planning to get a dryer, but when doing my research I heard many people (in different places through the Internet) saying that this kind of machine is rly bad for the environment! There’s no point on getting it if it can damage the ONLY PLACE me and tons of fellow humans have to live! Those who have the opportunity to learn stuff and don’t think about the environment are not even selfish: they’re overall dumb!
I still didn’t finish my research… But from what I lowkey learned, that’s it! Tysm for doing such a good thing for our beautiful house, my sister!! God blesses you and your family… Stay safe :)
this is lit thank you
How long this taking to dry? In the UK its freezing for 70% of the year and can't use use outside
4:14 here in Brazil (regardless of ppl’s race/ ethnicity/ other nationality) we mostly have specific shoes for indoors, which are typically flip flops! But, for some reason, in my Brazilian-Italian house hold things still get pretty dusty bc I guess this has something to do with the specific area you live in 😣👌🏼
Great video, but what do you recommend for hand washing? I really want to go full old school and completely hand wash and air dry my clothes. My girlfriend really wants me to buy a washer and dryer but I refuse lol. I know there has to be a way
Do you have any instructions on laundering the green?
Ok but in all seriousness I have been looking to cut down on using energy and machines to wash/dry clothes unless necessary. This seems to be a great alternative to machine drying! Tysm
Nice video, helpful. Trust me kid, being older does not mean smarter--appreciate you sharing the "know-how"....
I always used this method, Usually I keep my clothes in the roof to get dry from the sun. Since I moved to a new apartment Usually tshirts need 2days. Unless maybe I need to add extra rinse and drain after the wash.
Get a small fan and aim it at your indoor clothesline on low speed to make the clothes dry faster. Because you're not adding heat like a clothes dryer does, it doesn't take that much energy.
Would you recommend to to this to merino wool base layers? I’ve heard that it’s better to lay it flat instead of letting hang, in your experience does hanging have any impact on the shape of your wool garments?
Hi Elaine! Did you hang your wet clothes indoor or outdoor? Can the hanging method be used in a studio without a balcony? How do you hang wet bedsheet? (it's so big :)
Dope video
Hi! We have issues that some of our clothes start stinking. Especially the bra's. It is so hard to dry them, it usually is those who smell is wet much longer.
So seeing you stacking the rack so full makes me wonder how it can dry still?
How many degrees do you have inside?
God bless!
Great video. Two parter. I have a few larger items such as button down long sleeves and robes that take up more space. Do you have any recommendations on how to dry them inside? Also, what temp should I keep my home to air dry my clothes efficiently? Thank you!
Hello 👋🏻 For terry or woven fabrics (cotton poplin/silk/synthetic), you can try drying them right on a hanger. I've hung mine all over the place (my drying rack, doors, the shower curtain rod) - just leave some room between your pieces so they can air out! The nice thing about this is you can put it away right after and it usually doesn't need any ironing because it should have dried in the desired shape. I would avoid using this method with knits (think sweaters) or you may they may dry stretched and pulled out. As of your home temperature, I honestly would not worry too much about it, as any typical room temperature will probably work just fine. I would just avoid drying your clothes near a steamy bathroom or sources of humidity, and the kitchen while cooking very savory/pungent foods. I hope this helps and thanks so much for stopping by!
@@missmethodical thanks for the advise and inspiration. Looking forwards to keeping my favorite clothes and saving money.
Do you have any tips for getting rid of wrinkles without ironing or steaming everything? I hang my clothes as soon as they're done in the washing machine, but still see wrinkles even in my jeans and tshirts after a wear or two.
Your voice is so soothing 🥰
Extremely helpful :) this is a nice video!
I do this too and it helps so much! Now if only I could keep my hang dried clothes from smelling mildewy and musty. I live in an old Korean house with zero to no ventilation. I’ve tried using a dehumidifier and air purifier but I’m still having problems. Any tips?
Agreed with the use of white vinegar. Can also be used in a spray bottle while line drying in the bathtub. Disinfects and deoderizes and I believe softens up the clothes for a faster dry...purchased a Ninja Spin Dryer about two weeks ago. Took me an unexpected frustrating week to get the knack of it. If unbalanced a violent rocking. The first minute or two is telling. Learning to get better at loading and if needed redustributing the balance if needed. Like it's nearly identical other company 'twin'(the Panda has been known to last for many 10-12years). 3200 rpm. Very powerful. 320Watts. Takes three minutes to extract once it takes to running smoothly. A container with a five inch lip recommended. I ended up a yogurt container inside a chicken feed pan and suprisingly this is needed with dish or bath towels. Just that small time frame and the towels or clothes are amazingly nearly dry. Talk about speeding up the hang dry time! Does not do blankets in my home that are full-queen size comforters. Yes to a microblanket, and lapsize blankets...equally awesome on my elasticized athletic shorts and leggings and thick winter socks. I realize with my single person handwashing in the tub and line drying, with just my clothes I probably could have gone with the smaller spinner? Cute the wringing and dry times from about one to two days down to about less than a day and completely dry overnight. I like to keep up with a daily check of washing clothes and not piling up for the week. My laundry days are not about every three days average. Am fortunate to have a high sunny bathroom window. But the apt bathroom vents since I moved in several years ago, lights on or not, has an automatic moisture sensor I am not allowed to touch(went through several rounds with staff) but handwashing then line drying that sensor tends to go constantly. Portable fans in the summers with 60W being the highest choice I can deal with on my utility bills. Bur needing the hvac and portable heating fans 750W-1500W in the winter takes longer hours to dry. The spinner took me a bit to get over the frustration and now it is getting easier to operate but I am glad I hung onto it! Load in, layer donut style the clothes, clothes lid-turn easy latch and rebalance if needed about no more than ten minutes. Maybe a few smaller loads? But let spin 3-5minutes and that takes about a day or two off from either winter or summer line drying. Am running already the bathroom vent much less as it stops when no more moisture in the clothes and much less on portable fans(soon same for winter portable heaters). Definitely no more worries on mold-mildew issues which signed lease states I need to be on top of. Hope this info helps. Am a granny now. Do not mind too much to bathtub wash clothing but wringing and long dry times I am relieved to let go! The larger blankets I take to the laundrymat and can throw on a three stepladder that barely fits inside my tub. Gets the job done.
Be careful mildew and mold are no joke..! People get sick from these. Take care :)
I have a question. I always dry my shirts/ sweaters and jeans by air drying them on clothes line and usually never have issues. However, with some T-shirts, I’ve noticed that the clothes line will leave a line-crease in my more delicate shirts. What I’m wondering is if a clothes rack like the one in the video will cause this same issue?
Appreciate this video, if you havent already, could you also do a video on hanging clothes to minimize stretch? Esp for those delicate clothes. I tend to overstretch my tees and sweater and pants
Thanks for the idea! I'll add it to my list. In the meantime, I recommend drying your clothes flat. You can lay them across multiple rungs on a drying rack. If they are too delicate and fall through, lay a clean towel across the rungs first, and then lay your clothes on top. I also recommend NOT storing your knits or clothes that can stretch out on hangers. I store my knit sweaters and t-shirts folded in drawers/shelves only. Hope this helps!
I wash 4 loads of clothes per week. Hanging wet clothes to get almost dry, then in rhe dryer for 10 to 15 minites per load. I run my dryer 1 hour per week.
Question, How do you dry your clothes in the winter? My dryer just broke and all of this is new to me. I'm trying to save money for it to get fixed before winter comes but, in the event I would like to be preparing with some healthy tips.
I actually dry my laundry the same way all year round!
Looking to get one of those racks, so this helped.
It's only me here, so, less laundry to do.
Hi! From where did you buy your clothes hanger? (that white one which seems to be foldable)
I think you're referring to the small white hanger visible at 3:10. If so, I believe I found that one at a TJ Maxx or Nordstrom Rack. It's actually just a flat hanger with several rungs arranged in a cascading V pattern, and it's designed for accessories, belts, ties, and scarves. I can't seem to figure out the exact item name, but if you search for an accessory hanger online, it should yield similar products. If you're referring to either of my foldable white drying racks, you can find links in the description. Let me know if you meant something else and I will try to clarify for you! Thanks for stopping by :)
Only thing I do different is I actually hang my shirts on hanger first even easier to put away and space saving
How long do they take to dry inside the house?
Im living out a tent and im washing my clothes the horses water trough, got any ideas for how to speed up drying in an outdoor setting? I'm keeping them under the shed, its got the front wall open so air circulates and I got a box fan pointed towards thicker laundry but its been raining so much the past few days the humidity is making them take so long to dry
That sounds like you have a very interesting lifestyle! Have you thought of doing your own UA-cam videos? The only suggestion I would have about drying clothes when it's raining is simply to wait until you have a few good days before doing the wash.
1:20 - what a thoughtful disclaimer. you are really cool
Love this find! How do you manage drying towels and sheets. My Towels tend to get stiff if not dried in the dryer. What can I do to fix this? Also I like the idea of a shoeless home. How do you help people understand this without coming across as rude or picky?
Hello 👋🏻 Sheets and towels are actually one of the few items I will use the dryer for, especially if they are very large. I will usually still hang dry my smaller towels and cloth napkins. I don't have issues with them drying rough or crinkly, but one cause for this is using too much detergent (regardless of dry method). I would try to use less or try giving your towels an extra rinse. You could also try rinsing with a little bit of vinegar or use fabric softener. I hope they dry softer after trying these techniques!
Honestly, most, if not all, of my peers do not wear shoes in their homes either. It might feel rude or picky, but the way I see it: my house, my rules. 🤷🏻♀️ I already ask visitors to deal with all sorts of "uncommon" lifestyle choices for the sake of zero-waste, such as using a compost bin, recycling snack bags, trying a bidet, using Bee's Wrap, etc. 😅 I personally don't feel like I'm asking too much when it comes to simply removing shoes. It seems you understand this: All sorts of stuff can be tracked indoors (including literal feces)- it's gross! I think if you want to appear more accommodating, start by offering hospitality and then follow up with the ask to remove shoes.
"I'm so glad you made it and I'm so excited to hang out. In case you need it, our wi-fi password is written on the fridge. I'll go get you something to drink while you put your stuff down, and if it's alright, could I trouble you to leave your shoes by the door?"
You could also try providing socks or slippers. Dealing with people can be tough! I hope this helps.
Thanks for stopping by my channel :)
miss methodical Thank you so much!
I live in northern Ontario and it is common here to take your shoes off at the door- in your own house and someone else’s. I would be very upset if someone walked into my house with their shoes on. I don’t know what kind of germs they are spreading throughout my house 🤢
When drying towels do not rinse with fabric softener. Hang towel to air dry, almost dry, dry towels on air fluff cycle
Do your clothes ever drip water onto the carpet when you hang dry them? When I wash bedsheets or towels for example they're still pretty wet when I take them out of the washer
Hi Lu, my clothes actually do not drip because my spin cycle is pretty good at removing excess water. I would run an additional spin cycle if you find them still too wet. As of towels and bedding, these are some of the few items I actually do not hang dry and will use the dryer for! I hope this helps. Thanks for tuning into my channel!
Sorry if this is a dumb question, but how long does it take for clothes to dry? I have a few lines set up in my basement, but there's not a lot of sunlight shining through and I get kinda frustrated when it doesn't dry right away.
Hi Nathan - not so much a dumb question as it is difficult to answer, as dry time is going to depend on several factors like air flow, room temperature, humidity, and especially fabric. It can definitely feel inconvenient to have to wait for your clothes to dry. Personally, I find that planning for 24 hours for most items is enough, with 36-48 hours for thicker fabrics. Hope this helps! Thanks for stopping by my channel
Since you don't use the dryer, thus not using bounce sheets, should you use fabric softener liquid when you wash the clothes?
I do not use any fabric softener when washing. When I do use the dryer (for large towels and linens), I use wool dryer balls.
I'm watching this coz I'm going to live on dorm and i still don't know how to take care of myself and i will shamed by my dorm mates if they see me clueless with the basic skills in life 😁. Thank you gurll you made my life easier
Happy to help :) Good luck out there and thanks for stopping by!
Wish I’d known about this back then and I wouldn’t have had clothes stolen from washroom dryer. If you have to wash your clothes at a public place stay with them. 🍀
@@arthurkirk2100 yeah i stay with them as much as possible but my schedule is contradict and i can't trust someone to look for them 😂
@@missmethodical thank you again Ｏ(≧∇≦)Ｏ
I have to do this as I haven't got space for a tumble dryer or washing line. A lot of my clothes go on the radiator
Thank you and how do you hang dry towels so they aren't rough and crinkly?
Hi Trevor - My large towels are actually one of the few pieces I will use the dryer for. Sometimes I will still hang dry my smaller towels. I don't have issues with them drying rough or crinkly, but one cause for this is using too much detergent. I would try to use less, or if it's too late, try giving your towels an extra rinse. You could also try rinsing with a little bit of vinegar or use fabric softener. I hope they dry softer after trying these techniques! Thanks for stopping by my channel :)
@@missmethodical Also, if you have room to dry your towels, you can just throw them in the dryer to fluff a bit before or after hanging them. It gets the washer wrinkles out.
I have a lot of extra closet space because I don’t wear many pants. Can I dry clothes on that rod?
Any tips for drying a silk king sized bed sheet and duvet cover inside indoors?
Hi Corey - I think the key here is going to be increasing fabric to air surface area. I would try to hang them in a way that achieves this so they dry as quickly as possible without wrinkles. You could try using a shower curtain rod or 'tenting' your sheets by draping them over an arrangement of tall chairs. Hope that helps! Thanks for stopping by
Just got a portable washer with a spin cycle, but want to air dry at home. Do you deal with the clothes getting crunchy? How do you keep them feeling nice to the touch when they dry?
Use white vinegar on the rinse cycle. Life changing
How long does it take for your clothes to get dried when you air dry them??
I bought some T-shirts and muscle shirts at Kohl’s long and tall I don’t want to put those in the dryer so they won’t shrink when you hang dry your T-shirts are they comfortable to wear when you hang dry them?
All of my clothes are comfortable after hang drying
The drying rack we have is the type that props against the wall. I thought it would be our best bet since we live in a small apartment. It does the job, but I might get one like you got and use it outside since I don't have a place to put a clothesline.
And can anyone tell me the best way to line dry towels without them feeling so stiff? Or is softness even possible for air dried towels and wash cloths?
Use vinegar on the rinse cycle. It helps a lot
This might sound like a silly question, but I live in a basement with only a tiny window. Would it still be okay to dry inside?
Hi Kassandra - You should be good to dry your clothes even in a room without windows 🙂 Water evaporation still occurs without sunlight!
Do you have a tip for the collars of the shirts? When they come out of the washer, some look stretched out?
Hi Mayra 👋🏻 Yes, I do have some tips. Before you wash collared shirts (and really any item), if they have any buttons or zippers, be sure to close them all up. This will keep your clothes more structured as they are tumbling around in the wash and will be less likely to stretch out. Also, you may want to consider putting them inside a mesh laundry bag. This will prevent certain items from snagging on other items while being washed, also reducing the chance they stretch out.
After washing: Since collared shirts are typically not knits (they are usually made from synthetics, cotton poplin, silk, or a blend, etc.), they are typically safe to hang dry directly on a clothes hanger. I recommend putting your tops, while they are still damp, on a hanger and then fixing the collars so they will dry correctly in that same position. I like to use flat, felt hangers because it gives me something to press the fabric against. If they still look funny after drying, I recommend going over the collar with a steamer. I don't own nor use an iron, but that's an option as well.
I hope these tips help you out! Thanks so much for stopping by my channel
@@missmethodical Thank you! I will try the mesh bag tip for my t-shirts since I find those come out stretched also. Thank you!
Do you have any tips to replace the spin cycle (I don't have a W/D)? My clothes make a puddle on my floor, as they're too wet after sink washing. Thanks!
Hi Eli - I have two suggestions:
1. Lie your washed garments flat on a clean, absorbent towel. Roll them together and gently press to squeeze excess water out before hanging them up.
2. Set your drying rack up in a bathtub or on top of a large tray to catch any dripping water.
Hope this helps! Thanks for stopping by
They sell spin dryers that aren’t to bad :) also there is such thing as a portable washer that hooks up to your sink that has a powerful spin cycle
@@jesskarose2446 yeah? Is Dyson the make? If so I would buy blindly.
@@missmethodical thanks, I'll give one of those hyperabsorbent towels a try again
I have been air drying ALL my clothes for over 30 years. It makes socks and underwear (elastic containing) last forever. I still have socks from 1986 and the elastic is intact. It also extends the life of shirts, slacks and shorts. We dry towels, dog bedding and throw rugs outdoors on the line weather permitting, otherwise in the dryer. Longer lasting clothes and a much reduced electric bill.
Same here ! We have lived in our current home 28 1/2 yrs & no dryer. Don't need one. I had one at last place but still hung laundry outdoors . Everything lasts so much longer ! Dryers ruin fabrics. All that lint in lint trap isn't surface lint...it's fabric that's pulled out.
How do you prevent shirts from wrinkling after pulling from washer
@@thedmv84 They drip dry on hangar, if they have wrinkles I iron them.
3:12 my only advice over this would be to wash stuff you use the whole day every day (ex: if you spend the whole day outside, I think it is pretty sanitary to wash it, even though you just use it once… But if you went out for the movies in your own car, and then come back to home, I think it’s fine to use it a little bit more)! Also: if you went to a doctor appointment (doesn’t matter for what kind of physician u went to), I HIGHLY recommend to straight up wash everything you used! Specially talking about this medical field, u never know what kind of stuff your healthy self will find in there and bring to your “healthy house”!
Thank you
Great video. Nice washer, is that the Samsung?
Thanks! It's actually an LG I picked out. I like it a lot
does air drying increase humidity thus increasing dust mites thus increasing allergies?
Is it true you can dry laundry on your car motor when driving to work to save money instead of using the dryer at home
Nice
Am air drying but am wondering your suggestions for removing lint, please.
I would recommend a reusable lint remover (usually looks like a small paddle with red fabric)!
It works partially because when I shake, I could still see link/dust flying all over
naice good idea❤
Can hanging up shorts and sweatshirts, and sweaters can it stretch the material from the weight of the wet clothes and ruin the clothes?
Yes, the looser the knit, the higher the risk. I will lay delicate pieces to dry flat across the rack. You can put a clean towel under to create a flat surface. I only do this for wool/alpaca or loose weave natural fabrics. I don't have issues with cotton active wear.
Thanks for the great video.I learnt many things to dry my clothes during the wet and chilly Australian winter. New Sub here.
How do you get your clothes from being stiff? I notice when I dry my clothes they are stiff? Is there anyway around this?
I think it's safe to say nobody likes crunchy clothes! I personally don't have any issues with this (at least not in recent memory), but I do know that the biggest reason for this is using too much detergent. Be sure to double check that the detergent you've selected suits your washer, as not all detergents work for every washer. Next, you could try switching to a "cleaner" or simpler detergent formula. I recommend those by Tru Earth, The Simple Co., or The Laundress. The first two have simple formulas and are zero-waste. The Laundress has several types of formulas depending on the fabrics you might need to wash. If you think the damage has already been done on a load, try rinsing your load once more with just water (and use less detergent next time). You can also try rinsing with a cup of white vinegar, which should help to rinse off excess detergent from your fabrics (my favorite is The Laundress Scented Vinegar). Lastly, if your pieces are still crispy after drying, you can try steaming them in the same position that you'd be wearing them to loosen up the fibers a bit (i.e. if you hung a pair of jeans at the knees and you need to steam them, hang them by the waist while steaming instead). I do this with my silk pieces and it never fails to soften them up! I hope these tips help you out :) Thanks so much for stopping by my channel
@@missmethodical thank you for the tip!! I didn’t realize that. I probably am using to much detergent and am looking to do more zero waste detergents in the future. Your welcome! Great video btw!! :)
I have also found that aiming a fan at the clothes helps move them a bit (use clothespins to keep shorter/lighter items on the rungs if needed) and keep them from getting crunchy. It also helps them dry faster.
Great
Just use hangers to dry shirts and pants and hang them from a regular clothing rack. Socks and underwear are a pain so you'll need one of those drying racks like the one she has in the video. Also buy a duhimidifier to remove humidity from the air ($150) and place a large fan so that it is blowing on your clothes. If you really want to dry everthing quickly put a small space heater behind the fan so the heated air helps the clothes dry faster. Or you could just buy a laundry spinner and a small dryer. 🙃
does airdrying clothes get rid of extra detergent inside clothes?
Unfortunately, no! But using less in the first place, or doing an extra rinse cycle if it's too late will help
Any tips on getting rid of wrinkles when air drying and no iron?
I use a steamer on all my wrinkly clothes. It's gentle and effective
Ugh struggles of owning cats. One of them decided to of course use my bed as a bathroom and I take my laundry to the laundry Matt and I unfortunately do not have enough money for it until next week 🙃 so this will be da way
How do you dry towels?
Do you air dry it with or without sun light?
I don't really consider sunlight as a factor for hang drying. However, I would imagine sunlight could potentially cause color bleaching on clothing over time if the rays are really intense. This is not an issue I've run into, and I hang dry right inside the sunny office featured in this video all the time.
I hang them on the rack and put an industrial fan to blow air across the clothes