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Do I really need a clothes dryer?
Automatic clothes dryers account for a whole lot of electricity use in an average household – more than your clothes washer, your fridge and your TV combined.
Clothes drying is one of the easiest places to save energy — and your money! You can save 100% of the cost simply by hanging your clothes up to dry.
Line-drying is a simple task from a simpler time. Drying outside, if possible, is best, since clothes dry faster and the sun has a sanitizing effect. Indoor drying, especially in winter, adds welcome humidity to your home.
Get a clothes rack at your local hardware store for $25.
