A Bit of Rough and Tumble (Drying)

Picture this — a lovely sunny day, your sheets serenely billowing in the breeze, little ones darting through the triad of tents your backyard now provides, the epitome of domestic bliss. You hear excited squeals drifting in, glance out the window and your heart sinks; not only has it started to rain, but one of your little angels now looks like they are preparing for Halloween early, sheet draped over their head, and dragging it through the mud. You stifle a sigh as you stuff your, now filthy, sheets back in the washing machine to start the cycle again.

Yes, there are advantages to hanging your washing outside, it’s free and it saves your house being filled with airers and pulleys, but it can undoubtedly add to your work load in the long run. A vented or a condenser tumble dryer could be the perfect solution, but there are so many on the market to choose from. To give you a helping hand here is our quick guide on what to look for.

What Type of Tumble Dryer Should I Choose?

If you owned a tumble dryer years ago you may shudder at the thought of investing in a new one. Who needs yet another, expensive, bulky appliance? You may have lingering memories of the exorbitant expense, or are thinking about how you’re going to squeeze one close enough to your window to feed one of those huge pipes out. Well, fear not, whatever your needs, we can help find a tumble dryer suited to you.

Vented Tumble Dryer

A vented tumble dryer’s main advantage is their price tag, but saving a few pennies in the initial outlay may cost you in the long run. Generally speaking these machines will have fewer features and a slightly smaller capacity (normally around 3-7kg compared to a condenser tumble dryer which will range from 8-9kg). There is also future proofing to think of while you may have a big, wide opening window you can sit your tumble dryer in front of now, what if you move? No one wants to pick their dream home around doing their laundry.

Condenser Tumble Dryer

Condenser tumble dryers may be slightly less purse friendly than their vented cousins, however, condenser tumble dryers do include some handy little extras you do not find in their cheaper counterparts, a cool cycle at the end of the wash can stop you burning yourself on jean buttons and zips, which isn’t vital, but is a nice little time saver when you’re sorting through your clothes. The larger drums mean you can dry more clothes at once, and your clothes also end up less creased, which cuts down on the time you have to spend in front of an ironing board. Without the tubing out the back, not only are they easier to fit into your kitchen, but you will also find your clothes drier at the end of the cycle. The machines are also quieter, making it perfect for getting a few loads done during nap time.

So what are you waiting for? Whether you decide to go for a vented tumble dryer or a condenser tumble dryer we can guarantee you’ll be glad you did. Happy shopping!

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