Alix Byrne, a 24-year-old postwoman from Glasgow, has shared a genius hack to dry clothes without using a tumble dryer. And the best part? It only takes two hours!
An 'Eureka Moment'
Drying clothes in the winter can be a nightmare, with the cold temperatures leaving clothes damp for longer periods of time. Using a tumble dryer can also be expensive. But Alix had a sudden 'eureka moment' when putting her bedding out to dry.
Creating a Pocket of Hot Air
Alix discovered that by covering her clothes horse with a bedsheet and placing it near the radiator, the sheet created a pocket of hot air. This meant that the clothes drying underneath were ready within just two hours.
A Space-Saving Solution
Alix explains, "It saves up space as your clothes would be dry within hours and the clothes horse can be packed away again." She also suggests using a double bed sheet over a king sheet to avoid dampness, as there are still gaps for air to escape and heat the room up.
Going Viral
After sharing the hack on social media, Alix's video quickly went viral, garnering over 400k likes. Users loved her tips and couldn't wait to try it out themselves.
Other Drying Hacks
In addition to Alix's trick, there are other clever ways to dry clothes faster without a tumble dryer. Violet Witchel shared her genius hack on TikTok, while another expert suggests using a standing fan and keeping a window slightly open to allow the breeze to dry the clothes.
So, if you're tired of waiting for your clothes to dry, give these tricks a try and say goodbye to damp laundry!
