How to Dry Clothes Thoroughly During Humid Weather/Rainy Days/Plum Rains Season? Full Guide Inside!

According to the weather forecast, the "returning moisture" days are on their way again!

The humidity during the "returning south wind" season exceeds 90%RH, and freshly washed clothes become wetter the more they are hung out to dry! They not only don't dry thoroughly but also develop a strange "musty" and "moldy" smell...

The musty smell is caused by an abundance of bacteria, such as Pseudomonas and Bacillus, that thrive on the residual moisture left in the fabric. These two types of bacteria are the main culprits.

Stinky Lip Bacteria: Bacteria produced due to sweat and human body temperature (skin lipid metabolism).

Bacterial Growth Due to Moisture: "Shengganjun"

Mold poses particularly significant harm to humans:

1. Prone to infectious diseases (tinea versicolor, athlete's foot)

2. Prone to eczema.

3. Prone to allow moisture to enter the body.

The clothing is both damp and moldy, affecting wearability.

Therefore, drying clothes is crucial.

Opting for indoor air drying not only slows down the evaporation of moisture but also misses out on the opportunity for UV sterilization, making it prone to mold growth and unpleasant odors. In humid weather, it's even more challenging to dry clothes indoors, and it exacerbates indoor humidity.

I don't want to watch the rain, just want to dry the laundry.

Utilize heating tools such as hair dryers and electric folding clothes racks. Most households typically have a hair dryer, usually used for drying hair. However, it can also be used to dry clothes, accelerating the drying process with hot air. It's important to note that this method is more suitable for small, lightweight items like underwear, socks, and stockings.

And during the operation, one must closely supervise the process throughout and control the duration; otherwise, the hair dryer turns into a "blowtorch." Many of the fire incidents caused by hair dryers in the news occurred while drying clothes or sheets.

In addition to the two previous methods, you can also opt to use the air conditioner in the heating mode, relying on the overall indoor temperature increase to dry clothes. This method is slower, less efficient, and more energy-consuming.

If it's too麻烦, you can also opt for a dryer. There are many types of dryers available on the market, ranging from a few hundred to a few thousand yuan, with a variety of features, such as combination wash and dry machines, and standalone dryers.

However, it's important to note that conventional dryers have a smaller drying capacity, insufficient contact with hot air, and low heat exchange efficiency.

Therefore, it's advisable not to dry too many clothes at once, as they tend to wrinkle easily and attract debris. The dryer is also picky about clothing; avoid using items with leather, alcohol, gasoline, or other low-flame-point solvents or oils. Of course, there are efficient standalone dryers that can cost a few thousand yuan to start, which is a significant expense for most households.

Tips for Staying DRY and COMFORTABLE Anytime, Anywhere

Utilize wiselyDehumidifierReduce indoor humidity and speed up drying. Some dehumidifiers come with a drying feature, perfect for the season's clothing in Guangzhou. Set to the dry mode, with high airflow and the overall environment of low indoor humidity, it takes about half an hour to dry.

Dehumidifiers can solve the problem of clothes not drying, allowing you to comfortably sit on the sofa while easily completing the drying process. Once dried, the clothes are crisp and not damp, resembling the feel of sun-dried clothes. They are incredibly soft and have a sun-kissed scent.

Although dehumidifiers and dryers have become quite sophisticated, it's still preferable to air-dry your clothes on sunny days if possible. After all, the UV sterilization they provide is unmatched by electronics, and it's also beneficial for extending the life of your garments and promoting health.

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