{"id":11311,"date":"2023-02-16T12:58:21","date_gmt":"2023-02-16T12:58:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/?p=11311"},"modified":"2025-10-14T08:12:45","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T07:12:45","slug":"the-benefits-of-line-drying-your-clothes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/the-benefits-of-line-drying-your-clothes\/","title":{"rendered":"The Benefits of Line-Drying Your Clothes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While many prefer the quicker option of tumble drying, the clothesline has served as an old-fashioned way to dry your clothes for many years. For good reason too! If your tumble dryer isn\u2019t working, then you should consider the benefits of line-drying your clothes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"679\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/laundry-g0cb6e32b0_1920.jpg?resize=1024%2C679&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"benefits of line-drying your clothes\" class=\"wp-image-11385\" style=\"width:523px;height:346px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/laundry-g0cb6e32b0_1920.jpg?resize=1024%2C679&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/laundry-g0cb6e32b0_1920.jpg?resize=300%2C199&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/laundry-g0cb6e32b0_1920.jpg?resize=768%2C509&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/laundry-g0cb6e32b0_1920.jpg?resize=1536%2C1018&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/laundry-g0cb6e32b0_1920.jpg?resize=1200%2C796&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/laundry-g0cb6e32b0_1920.jpg?resize=247%2C164&amp;ssl=1 247w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/laundry-g0cb6e32b0_1920.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Saves Energy and Money<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the tumble dryer may be faster in drying your clothes, it does consume tons of energy. When you add dryer sheets inside, chemicals are released. Not just that but you will also be spending money on bills and repair work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With line-drying, you are saving energy because you\u2019re not using electricity and it\u2019s less expensive to purchase a clothesline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Clothes Smell Fresher<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the benefits of line-drying your clothes is that they end up smelling fresher because the fresh air and sunlight do their job of reducing any odours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Clothes&#8217; Quality Will Last Longer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tumble dryer is good for certain clothes but with other clothes, the heat can overwhelm them and shrink them. On the other hand, line-drying is gentler on your clothes and removes the risk of your clothes shrinking or forming wrinkles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. It&#8217;s a Form of Exercise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.laundryheap.com\/booking?city=1&amp;_gl=1%2a1k5vns7%2a_ga%2aMTIzMjY4MTEzLjE2NDkyMzM1MjY.%2a_ga_5099ZG1JDG%2aMTY3NDcyNzE3NC4yMjMuMS4xNjc0NzI3NDI0LjAuMC4w&amp;_ga=2.146094461.851513736.1674727174-123268113.1649233526\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Laundry<\/a> as a chore does seem never-ending but it can be a productive one that helps you stay active. This is especially true with line-drying because you are spending 15 minutes going back and forth picking up clothes and hanging them up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Brightens The White Clothes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thanks to the sun\u2019s natural bleaching property, it does a great job of maintaining your garment\u2019s top condition. Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/how-to-whiten-your-white-clothes-naturally\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">white clothes,<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/laundry-mistakes-you-could-be-making-when-washing-your-sheets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sheets<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/the-guide-to-cotton-towels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">towels<\/a> will get even brighter when they\u2019re line-dried and exposed to the sunshine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, the sunshine also eliminates any bacteria that are remaining. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Less Heat In Your House<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the summer, the less thing we need in our homes is heat but if you use your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/tumble-dryer-care-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tumble dryer<\/a>, you will build up more heat in your house. Line drying your clothes will use less heat and also do a better job drying your clothes thanks to the sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next time your clothes need drying, we hope you consider the benefits of line-dying your clothes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to read more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/winter-laundry-tips-to-keep-your-clothes-in-top-condition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">winter<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laundryheap.com/blog\/summer-laundry-tips-you-should-use%ef%bf%bc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">summer<\/a> tips for your clothes? 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