After the storm that the numerous squalls circulating across the country are leaving us, drying the washing is proving to be a challenge in many homes
Rainy days can become a real challenge when it comes to drying clothes. Many people are forced to live with damp clothes scattered all over the house and with the unpleasant smell of damp that this generates. However, in Japan they have a simple, effective and, best of all, inexpensive solution. And it is not necessary to resort to a dryer or expensive devices: a simple fan can make all the difference.
To speed up the drying process, using a fan can be very useful when it comes to reducing drying time. This appliance facilitates the constant circulation of air around the clothes, which promotes faster evaporation of moisture.
Our best ally on rainy days: an electric fan
For Izumi Onuki, Consumer Advisor, specialist in quality control of textile products and health prevention management at Lion Corporation, using a fan to dry clothes can be a great help on rainy days. For this purpose, we can use a conventional electric fan and thus reduce the drying time.
On rainy days, the atmosphere is usually full of humidity and the air remains stagnant, which makes it difficult for clothes to dry naturally. The fan breaks this stagnation, generating a current of air that removes moisture from the clothes and prevents the appearance of mold and bad odors.
For the fan to be really effective, it is essential to place the clothes with enough space between them. If they are too close together, the air will not be able to circulate properly and drying will be slower. Distributing the clothes evenly on the clothesline or hangers facilitates ventilation and optimizes the process.
In addition, the fan must be well oriented so that the air flow hits the clothes directly. Ideally, it should be placed at a distance of between 50 centimetres and one metre, depending on its power, to generate a constant current that accelerates the evaporation of moisture. In the case of thick or heavy garments, such as towels or jeans, it is advisable to turn them over from time to time to ensure that they dry evenly in all areas.
Unlike an electric dryer, which consumes a large amount of energy, the fan is a much more affordable and efficient option. To maximize its effectiveness on very rainy days, it is advisable to use it in a room with the windows closed, thus preventing the entry of humid air from outside.
