High humidity makes clothes prone to odors and bacteria.
The rainy season is a time when many families have difficulty washing clothes. Clothes that are not dry for many days not only cause inconvenience but also easily cause odors, mold and bacteria.
According to Dr. Primrose Freestone - senior lecturer on clinical microbiology at the University of Leicester (UK) - damp clothing for a long time can create conditions for microorganisms to grow, especially in environments lacking ventilation.
Therefore, helping clothes dry faster not only brings convenience but also contributes to protecting the health of family members.
5 ways to help clothes dry faster on humid rainy days
Use a dry towel to suck out excess water
After washing, you can spread the clothes on a dry towel and roll it tightly. This action helps the towel absorb the remaining water in the fabric, especially effective for jeans, jackets, or towels.
Utilize the washing machine's squeezing mode
If the washing machine has its own squeezing function, clothes should have an extra squeezing cycle before being dried. High rotation speed helps to remove significant amounts of water remaining in the fabric.
Dry clothes in a ventilated place
When having to dry indoors, you should place the dryer near windows, balconies with roofs, or areas with good wind circulation. Avoid hanging clothes too close together as it will reduce water evaporation.
Combine with a fan or dehumidifier
According to Mary Gagliardi - a cleaning expert at Clorox (USA) - increasing air circulation is one of the most effective ways for clothes to dry quickly in high humidity conditions.
An electric fan directly facing the dryer or dehumidifier in the room can help speed up the drying process.
Use a hair dryer with a small amount of clothes
In case you need to wear an item urgently, you can use a hair dryer at a moderate temperature to dry wet areas such as the collar, sleeves, or trouser pockets. However, do not dry thin fabrics for too long to avoid damaging the fabric.
Experts recommend combining multiple measures at the same time to achieve the best results. Keeping clothes dry not only saves time but also limits odors and the risk of bacterial growth during the rainy season.
