I have been using a Dunelm 3-tier heated airer for a year now, and as the weather shifts and drying clothes becomes a bit more challenging without a tumble dryer, it’s a timely moment to share my experience. For those who rely on drying laundry outside, the struggle is real – waiting for dry days or using radiators and dryers can be time-consuming and risk leaving clothes with a musty smell. This is where heated clothes dryers come in handy, offering an efficient solution.
Parenting editor Zoe Chamberlain has been putting a £95 3-tier heated airer from Dunelm to the test for a year, and here are her thoughts on it. This heated airer boasts vertical design with ample space for drying clothes, costing approximately 10p an hour to run and accommodating up to 15kg of laundry over 20 metres of drying space. The vertical setup appealed to Zoe, looking to maximize drying space while minimizing floor space usage compared to horizontal alternatives.
In her testing experience, Zoe found that the airer efficiently dried bedding within a day but faced challenges with larger items like trousers that increased overall drying time. Despite concerns with certain design features such as clip placement affecting hanging space and the bottom location of the on/off switch, Zoe appreciated the airer’s vertical layout for airing an entire laundry load at once.
While the airer proved effective in drying clothes, Zoe highlighted some drawbacks such as the need for regular rotation of clothes and the bulkiness of the unit when in use and during storage. Despite its lightweight aluminium construction and foldable design, the airer occupies a significant amount of space and may not suit everyone’s storage needs.
Looking ahead, with the arrival of colder weather prompting the return of heated airer usage, Zoe noted mixed feelings towards its convenience. While the airer received a 4-star rating from over 600 reviews on the Dunelm website, Zoe found it demanding in terms of specific hanging requirements and maintenance, leading her to prefer using a large non-heated airer for practicality.
As the debate continues over the efficiency and convenience of heated airers for drying clothes, the Dunelm 3-tier heated airer offers a viable solution for those seeking quick and effective drying options. With its vertical design, ample drying space, and energy-efficient operation, it presents a compelling choice for households looking to streamline their laundry routines during the challenging weather conditions.