Experts warn that heated airers can cause irreparable damage to your floors – here's what to do to prevent it

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You probably set up your heated airer, load it up with wet clothes, and forget about it for a few hours. However, experts urge homeowners to take extra precautions when using this handy appliance to prevent a heated airer from causing irreparable damage to their flooring.

While the best heated clothes airers can slash drying times during the winter months, it’s important to know how to use it correctly. Using a heated airer improperly, on the wrong type of flooring, and without proper precautions can lead to warping, expensive repairs, and even condensation and mould build-up in your property.