As it is not always possible to use a dryer to dry clothes, you have to rely on the traditional drying method, that is, hanging the clothes on a clothesline or clothesline. Alternatively, and above all to dry the clothes, avoiding creases and saving extra work with the iron, many people use hangers.
These are common and well-known ways, but when it comes to hanging clothes, do you know which method is the most effective? One that shortens time and therefore also reduces humidity in the room where it hangs? Among the possible methods, there is one that is worth considering: it is used in Japan and aims to optimize time and space.
Even in the land of the rising sun, when the weather permits, it is always better to hang your clothes outside, where the sun can reach them: not only does the clothes dry faster, but they also act naturally against bacteria and any mold. But what if the weather is bad? In Japan, some bathrooms have a ventilation system that absorbs moisture. This is why clothes are often hung on a line over the bathroom bathtub or shower to dry.
Alternatively, we do something similar by hanging clothes under air conditioners. A bit like we do when we use these heat sources (like the radiator), placing the clothesline nearby.
But when it comes to hanging clothes on the line, there seems to be a more efficient method.
When hanging clothes on the rods of a clothes rack, it’s always best to make sure the longer clothes hang at the ends and the shorter ones in the middle. They must, therefore, form a kind of arch. They seem to dry faster when arranged this way. In the diagram shown, the arches dry in 4 hours while the other two (V-shaped and random) take half an hour longer.
Other useful tips:
When arranging clothes, especially when using clothespins that slide on the clothesline, you should always leave as much space as possible to allow air circulation between each item.
For towels and similar items, hang one side further away than the other, as this allows more air to pass between the two flaps and between different items of clothing.
When combining these tips with others that you already know, such as B. favoring a well-ventilated environment, removing excess moisture from clothes by wrapping them in dry towels before hanging them (especially wool and heavy fabrics), and using a fan in summer and a heater in winter . time dedicated to this important household task!