The simple tip can help you to cut down on your laundry drying time (Image: Getty)
If you’ve not got a tumble dryer at home, you’ll know all too well the struggles of trying to get your dry without one.
This becomes even more difficult during the months, when you can’t always rely on hanging it up outside, and the colder indoor temperatures means it can sometimes take days.
This is never handy, especially when you’ve got freshly washed bed sheets that you’re keen to put on.
However, there are plenty of budget-friendly hacks that claim to significantly cut down on your laundry drying time, allowing you to get those fresh sheets on your bed in no time at all – even without a dryer.
Sleep expert Martin Seeley from has shared his most useful advice for tackling this issue of drying laundry inside in the winter, and it’s a lot easier than you might think.
After you’ve washed your sheets, drying them quickly isn’t always easy (Image: Getty)
And one of these top tips involves using nothing but a simple dry towel to help you get those bed sheets dried and ready to be put on your bed pronto.
Even better, it’s so easy to do, and only takes a matter of minutes.
“Create a quick-dry method by using a clean, dry towel,” Martin said. “Lay your damp bed sheet flat on a towel, then roll it up tightly. Press down to help the towel absorb excess moisture.
“Unroll and then hang near a radiator or warm area to complete the drying process.”
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However, this isn’t the only method that you can use to speed up the amount of time it takes to dry your sheets.
“The spin cycle is your first line of defense against prolonged drying times,” Martin explained. “An additional spin can remove up to 30% more moisture from your bedsheets. Just be cautious with delicate fabrics and check the manufacturer’s instructions to avoid damaging your linens.”
Washing your sheets first thing in the morning is also recommended, as the daytime offers warmer temperatures and better natural air circulation.
And when it comes to the best room in which to dry your laundry, one unusual area that can actually work very well is the bathroom.
Martin said: “If you have a large drying rack, position it near the bathroom’s extractor fan or window. The combination of residual bathroom humidity and air circulation can help sheets dry more quickly.”
If you’ve got to the end of the day and your sheets still aren’t completely dry, then it’s advised that you reach for the hairdryer to tackle those final spots.
The expert concluded: “Use it carefully on specific areas that remain wet, keeping the dryer moving to prevent fabric damage. This works particularly well for areas like the center of the sheet that tend to retain moisture.”