Beat the monsoon blues with these smart drying tricks!
Laundry woes in the rainy season! Sounds familiar, right? The petrichor, the cool breeze, the chai–pakora, amidst all those magical moments, there's one not-so-magical thing- trying to dry laundry when the sun has gone on vacation! Whether it's a small apartment or a spacious home, drying clothes during the rainy season seems like a never-ending battle against moisture, damp smells, and sticky fabrics.
Fret not. With some smart techniques and household hacks, you can dry clothes faster, keep them fresher — even on the wettest days. Let’s dive in!
Before hanging the clothes, make sure they’re as dry as possible. Use your washing machine’s high-speed spin cycle — even run it twice if required.
Pro Tip: Wrap the hand-washed clothes in a towel and squeeze out extra water. It absorbs moisture faster and reduces drying time.
Set up a foldable drying rack under a ceiling fan, or place a pedestal fan nearby.
Spread clothes out without overlapping. Clothes get dried faster when there's more air.
To speed up the drying process and remove wrinkles, iron the clothes. Use a medium heat setting, especially for cotton and linen fabrics. This method works best for shirts, dupattas, and light fabrics.
Never overcrowd your clothesline or rack. Leave sufficient space between garments to allow air to circulate. Use hangers for shirts and pants so they maintain shape and dry evenly.
Hack: Turn clothes inside-out to avoid fading and help the inner layers dry better.
If you live in an apartment without balcony space, bring in the big guns — room heaters, dehumidifiers, or blow dryers. Don't forget to place the drying rack in a well-lit, airy corner near a window on a rainy day.
During monsoon, avoid washing heavy items like jeans, woollens, or thick curtains unless absolutely necessary. Opt for fast-drying fabrics like cotton blends, synthetics, or moisture-wicking materials — they dry in a fraction of the time.
Even the world's best drying methods can leave the clothes smelly in high humidity. Add fabric softener or a few drops of essential oil like lavender or lemon in your final rinse.
You’ll love how fresh your clothes feel, even when dried indoors. Prepare homemade fabric sprays with rose water, vinegar, and essential oil for that extra freshness!
Undeniably, drying clothes during the rainy season is tricky — but it's all about planning smartly, using airflow, choosing the right fabrics, and adding a touch of freshness.
So, let it pour outside — your laundry game is ready for the monsoon war!
