Relaxdays Foldable Clothes Drying Rack, Indoor & Outdoor Use Airer, Black

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A heated clothes airer or dryer currently costs between 7p and 45p per hour to run, making the cheaper models extremely economical compared to even the most energy-efficient tumble dryer – even if it takes several hours longer than expected to dry your washing. However, in our tests we found we needed the drying pods running for a far shorter time to get washing dry.

While the bars do become warm (the clue's in the name), they shouldn’t be too hot to touch, which is good news for parents of curious infants and toddlers. Can you leave a heated clothes airer on overnight? verifyErrors }}{{ message }}{{ /verifyErrors }}{{ If you compare how much it costs to use a heated airer to how much it costs to run a tumble drier then you should be pleasantly surprised, although exact energy use depends on the make and model of each, and how much and what type of washing you're drying. The DriBUDDi can also hold more washing, offering space for 18 coat hangers as opposed to the Dry:Soon Drying Pod's capacity for just 12 items. Both models require clothes to be spread out evenly so that the weight of the washing is well distributed for stability, but when clothes weren't well positioned, we found this model the more stable of the two on its feet. Heated clothes airers are generally safe but always follow the manufacturer’s instructions and safety advice. Many have timers and are thermostatically controlled to avoid overheating.The Heated Airer comes with more than enough space to dry your clothes, featuring 18 heated bars across a middle section and two side wings that fold in when not in use. It measures 92cm in height with a 146cm width, and weighing just 2.8kg it's nice and light and compact for easy storage. If you're looking to speed up how long it takes to dry wet laundry indoors, then yes, a heated airer can be well worth buying.

You might also want to consider one of the best dehumidifiers for drying clothes. Our heated airer vs dehumidifier explainer details when and why you might want to opt for one of these moisture-extracting appliances instead.Unlike a traditional clothes horse or airer, heated airers are electric powered and have bars that heat up. When used with a cover, the drying effects are maximised. Some styles of heated dryers have fans that blow hot air inside a covered stand that looks like a small wardrobe. These are generally more expensive to run but can dry a small laundry load in under two hours. The terms 'heated airer' and 'heated dryer' are often used interchangeably. Is a heated clothes airer worth it? Cost to run - To ensure your airer is economical, most brands now give an estimated cost per hour based on the average usage. When choosing the best heated clothes airer for your family, it's worth thinking about the following questions before investing: Does it come with accessories? - Some heated airers come with accessories such as covers and casters included, whereas other brands have them available as an optional extra.

So, if you’re after a savvy laundry drying solution that can be cheaper to run than a tumble dryer (or putting the heating on), and speedier than air drying, look no further than a heated clothes airer. The downside of one of these drying pods is the noise of the fan and the fact you can't squeeze much washing in at once – these airers won't hold a full load of laundry, but they're great for drying a school uniform or sports kit super fast. It does take up quite a bit of space (bear in mind that once the wings are extended, it measures 148cm in length) and the folding mechanism is a little stiff but it dries clothes cheaply and swiftly, helping you to blitz through the laundry pile. There are a variety of different heated airers on the market, so here are some things to consider when making your choice:

The verdict: Heated clothes airers

Heated airers speed up the drying process and provide a gentler method for drying delicates. Instead of wrapping delicates in towels and balancing them precariously on the bathroom radiator, or hanging dresses up in the shower to drip-dry, an electric airer means you can just wring them out gently and lay them flat to dry. How hot do heated clothes dryers get? This fan-powered heated clothes airer circulates warm air within its zip-up cover to dry washing in super fast times. We've spent hours putting winged heated airers, tiered heated airers and drying pods to the test in busy family homes, wading through piles of laundry to put together a definitive guide to the best heated clothes airers to buy. We assessed drying times, energy efficiency, ease of use as well as how easy they were to set up, move around and store. And of course, we cross-referenced models that Mumsnetters love, rate and recommend on the forums. If you want to speed up your drying times even more then it's worth considering adding a cover to your heated airer. Although most need to be bought separately, they work by trapping the warmth generated by your airer, making clothes toastier whilst they dry, and including mesh panels or ventilation holes so that moisture can still escape. Heat-up times are also worth considering as they can extend the drying time if they take a while to get to temperature. We’ve listed how long each took on test below. Is it safe to leave a heated airer on?

Ease of use - How easy is the heated airer to run? Does it have a timer? Can you set a drying time that auto shuts off once reached? Heated airers can look pretty same-y but this John Lewis option stands out from the crowd thanks to one small thing: shoe dryers. If you’ve been caught out in a storm and had to stuff your shoes full of old newspapers of kitchen towels to dry them, only to find them still slightly soggy the next day, this is for you. We found there wasn’t a lot of difference between the heated airers when it came to their energy consumption, with the models we tested using between 0.09 kilowatt hours (kWh) and 0.91 kWh – that’s between two and 23 pence of electricity an hour. Finding the best heated clothes airer for you and your household's needs depends on a few different factors. We've rounded up the main considerations below.

However, its larger drying space does make the Minky Sure Dri Heat Pod Drying System one of the best heated airers we've come across for drying larger items like towels and sheets; items you'd struggle to fit into the JML DriBUDDi and Dry:Soon Drying Pod. And, drying times were a lot faster than with a standard tiered heated airer, like the Dry:Soon 3-Tier Heated Airer and a huge improvement on a winged heated airer. Note that it’s important not to over-dry your laundry either as this can leave fabrics feeling crispy – especially with items such as towels. This is another reason why timers can come in handy. How much do heated clothes airers cost to run? Similar to the JML DriBUDDi airer in design, the slightly more expensive Dry:Soon Drying Pod is fan-powered and circulates warm air to dry clothing within the zip-closed cover Looking ahead over the next few months, we're bound to see a lot of one thing: rain. The good ol' British weather never fails us, particularly during the colder seasons, which can make getting your washing dry a bit of a tough job. Another option for speeding the clothes-drying process is to run a portable dehumidfier in the same room. Dehumidifiers can shorten drying time by 25 percent, while also reducing damp and mould in the home.