Shoppers rave about 'brilliant' economical heated airer that costs just 5p an hour to run
With energy prices set to rise again in October, a heated Airer could be the key to keeping your laundry costs down and this Dunelm model is a hit with shoppers
As summer draws to a close, the days of hanging laundry out to dry are also ending.
The onset of rainy days and cooler temperatures will see many of us resorting to the tumble dryer, incurring hefty energy bills in the process.
Despite their efficiency, it's no secret that these appliances are costly to operate. With energy prices set to increase again in October, a heated airer from Dunelm, priced at just £40, could be the solution we need.
It claims to cost as little as 5p to run, aiding households in reducing their laundry costs during the colder months.
Since the beginning of the cost of living crisis, heated airers have become a popular choice for Brits seeking to cut their energy bills.
These handy heaters, which are inexpensive to operate, claim to cost between 7p and 20p per hour, offering substantial savings compared to a standard tumble dryer.
Ready to use straight from the box, they utilise electrical elements to dry your items and can also help to heat the room.
The Dunelm Heated Airer with Wings is designed with fold-out wings for additional drying space, making it capable of holding up to 10kg of washing with a 12 drying space. Claiming to cost as little as 5p an hour to run, you can dry your washing indoors, regardless of the weather, reports the Mirror.
Based on the UK Price Guarantee (July 2024) at an electricity rate of 22.00 pence per kWh, this budget-friendly drying device could result in significant savings for savvy homeowners.
The Dunelm Airer has garnered rave reviews for its ability to handle the average single washing load with ease, boasting an impressive 12 metres of drying space. It's not only efficient in gently drying clothes with reduced energy consumption but also comes with a convenient illuminated on-and-off switch and the practicality of being foldable for easy storage.
A satisfied Dunelm shopper left a glowing five-star review saying: "No longer have a tumble dryer, due to the expense, my son has a heated airer, so thought I would give it a try. It’s perfect for those rainy days, and then folds neatly away. A good buy!!"
Another happy customer shared their enthusiasm, adding: "This is great for drying a load of washing when it’s not possible to hang out. Works well (I do use the cover that is sold separately). Cheap to use, easy to fold and store away. Happy with my purchase!"
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Adding to the positive feedback, a third buyer praised the product's efficiency, commenting: "It's a very handy piece of kit, don't need to put the heating on to dry clothes anymore and more convenient than a tumble dryer."
However, not all users were completely satisfied with the Dunelm Airer. One noted: "It's good but you can't have too many clothes on it, best to just have the clothes spread over the stand for them to dry," indicating a limitation in capacity.
Another dissatisfied user bluntly stated: "Awful, takes forever to dry your clothes, waste of money."
If the Dunelm Heated Airer isn't quite what you are looking for, there are numerous other options on the market. The Lakeland Dry:Soon range is a popular choice that sells out annually, providing cost-effective drying power from £119.
Alternatively, Amazon has a variety of options including the highly-rated Homefront Electric Heated Clothes Airer priced at £144.95 and the budget-friendly PIFCO Foldable Heated Airer for just £49.99, amongst others.
