Laundry hacks: You’ve been drying your clothes wrong as experts issue warning

Drying your laundry outside is no doubt one of the best things about summer and the warmer weather. It’s cheap, quicker than doing it inside, and leaves your clothes, sheets and towels smelling lovely and fresh. 

However, there’s one very common mistake that people make when doing this. And according to clothing experts at Superdry, it can end up destroying your favourite garments. 

The team has put together some helpful guidance on how to maintain your clothes better and make them last longer, as well as identifying the surprising things that could be destroying them.

When it comes to drying your clothes, one of the best ways to do this is ‘harness the power of nature’ and get them outside – but maybe avoid the clothes pegs and stick your drying rack outside instead.

The experts said: “This helps extend the lifespan of your clothing by minimizing wear and tear caused by heat exposure. Sunlight offers natural antimicrobial properties and acts as a gentle whitening agent for fabrics.

“Take caution when using clothes pegs, as they can leave unsightly and potentially permanent pressure marks on delicate fabrics.

“To protect delicate items, avoid using clothes pegs altogether, and be careful not to leave items outside in the wind, as they could be blown away.

“Additionally, you can enhance the whitening effect further by lightly spritzing clothes with white vinegar before hanging them outdoors, helping the sun to keep your whites looking fresh.