An expert has warned people that drying clothes indoors could cause a buildup of mould and mildew.
While colder weather is now setting in, some households may still be opting to air dry their clothes due to the rising costs of using appliances such as tumble dryers.
However, mould can pose a serious health risk to children and babies, as well as anyone with respiratory and skin conditions.
Jenny Turner, a Property Manager at Insulation Express, warns that drying wet clothes in the house could cause a mould buildup or make existing mould problems worse.
This is because the moisture from the clean washing could evaporate and settle onto ceilings and walls.
She explained: "To minimise the risk of mould developing when drying wet clothes at home, always keep a window open in the room to allow excess moisture in the air to escape.
"As mould and mildew can quickly build-up on walls and ceilings, a further way to prevent this happening when skipping the tumble drier is to opt for a dehumidifier.
"An average sized residential humidifier can effectively remove the moisture from the air in your home and collect up to 7 litres of water over a day in a damp environment."
Dehumidifiers could help reduce mould and mildew, but they often cost around £50, which could be a hefty investment on top of the already soaring cost of living.
A more cost-effective option could be a dehumidifying pot, which can be found in supermarkets and retailers like B&M and The Range, which is currently selling one on offer for just 40p.
The item description reads: "Stop mould and mildew growing around your home and pop this Interior Dehumidifier into a convenient corner."
Jenny added: "For a dehumidifying effect without the use of electricity, try a combination of open windows and plastic window dehumidifier pots which can trap and collect moisture in the air."
How do you deal with mould in your home during the winter? Let us know in the comments.
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