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Grace Hoffman & Steven Smith

Expert explains why we shouldn't dry clothes on radiators and what to do instead

With April now here, many of us would be perhaps hoping to be drying our washing outside once more after winter. But the weather is still on the chilly and damp side, making that tricky.

If you've not got a tumble dryer, or are using it less due to energy costs, the options start to look minimal. A clothes horse might not cut it, especially if you need to dry stuff quickly.

We might be tempted to stick stuff on radiators for quick drying, but one expert says that's not a good idea. That's because it can cause condensation, which can lead to mould in the home, reports the Mirror.

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