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Desperate to Dry Clothes Quickly? This Towel Hack Is the Answer!

If you’ve ever washed your favourite jumper because you noticed a stain literally hours before you were about to wear it. And you put it in the dryer and it’s taking ages to dry, this weird and wonderful hack is definitely for you.

This one sounds like a fairy story, and you’ll probably be thinking “what’s she on?” when I tell you what it is. But trust me, this incredibly simple and seemingly mad trick defo works.

By the time you get to the end of this article, you’ll know the secret to getting clothes dry faster than ever in a tumble dryer. “So”, I hear you ask, “what is this amazing, time saving hack?” Keep reading to find out…

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The Towel/Dryer Trick That’s Breaking The Internet (Sort Of)

All you need to do is chuck a dry towel into the drum with your wet washing. Why? Because when you toss a big, fluffy dry towel into the tumble dryer with your soggy clothes, it speeds up the drying process.

Science-y stuff happens (we’ll get to that in a sec), and your clothes end up drying quicker. Magic? Nope, just good old-fashioned absorption.

But listen up, it’s not as simple as “throw in a towel and hope for the best.” There are a few rules you’ve got to follow, or you’ll just end up with a wet towel and even soggier clothes.

How to Nail the Towel Hack

This is how you get your clothes dried at a rapid rate in the dryer just by adding a dry towel. All you need to do is;

Pick the Right Towel

Go for a clean, dry, fluffy towel. Think bath towel vibes. A tea towel might work, but let’s be real, it’s like bringing a knife to a gunfight.

Timing is Everything

Leave the towel in for 15 to 20 minutes max. After that, whip it out. If you forget and leave it in too long, it’ll soak up so much water it becomes part of the problem.

How Does It Work?

The towel absorbs loads of moisture from your wet clothes, making them dry faster. When you pull it out (don’t forget this part!), you’re also removing all that moisture from the dryer. Which means the rest of your stuff in the dryer dries quicker.

The only problem with this hack is that you now have a wet towel to deal with, and trust me, you do need to deal with it. Or else you’ll end up with a towel that smells like an old gym bag.

But all of your clothes will dry much faster than normal, which is a small price to pay when you’re waiting for your favourite top or need them jeans in a hurry.

Other Hacks to Speed Things Up

Not sold on the towel trick? Or maybe you’re thinking, “I don’t even own a fluffy towel”? No stress, here are some other ways to turbocharge your tumble drying:

Use the Spin Cycle
Before you even think about the dryer, make sure your washing machine’s done its job properly. A quick spin cycle will wring out a load of water, leaving your clothes way less damp.
Don’t Overload the Dryer
If you’re cramming the drum so full it looks like it’s ready to burst, stop it. Clothes need space to tumble around and let the hot air do its thing. Keep it half full for the best results.
Try Wool Dryer Balls
These little beauties bounce around in the drum, fluff up your fabrics, and can cut drying time by up to 25%. Plus, they’re reusable, so you’ll be saving money too.

Have You Tried This? Tell Us Your Stories!

So there you have it, the towel hack that might just change your laundry life. Give it a go and let us know how it works for you! Or if you’ve got your own weird and wonderful laundry tricks, drop them in the comments below. Sharing is caring, people.

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