Buying guide for dryer

Buying guide for dryer

The tumble dryer is a relatively modern invention and has long been perceived as a luxury gadget to have in the home. When washing machines are probably in every Swedish home, the dryer is less common. The premature tumble dryer could ruin and shrink clothes, an unpleasant rumor that still hangs today. Therefore, many still choose to hang their clothes dry, which is a shame because drying racks often take up a lot of space in the home. We at testarna.se want to break the myth of shrunken and broken clothes. In fact, you can save a lot of time by investing in a dryer - and continue to use your clothes for years to come.

We spend a lot of time and energy on our buying guides, all to make sure you come home with qualitative appliances that suit you. After all, it is your intention that your purchase should actually help and not steal. The tumble dryer is an invention that is designed to make boring everyday tasks a little easier, so that you can put valuable time on other fun. Below you can read everything you need to know to find the best dryer, followed by a dryer best in test.

Security
Safety always comes first. Something that is important to keep in mind when it comes to tumble dryers is to regularly clean the lint filter for optimal safety. Although it is not very common for a dryer to catch fire, it is important to be aware that there is a risk of too much lint and dust being collected in filters and ventilation ducts. The risk is mainly greatest in multi-dwelling buildings since several different people use one and the same dryer, so it is always recommended to acquire one's own - in this way you have full control.

But there are also more things to consider when it comes to ensuring a high level of security. Choosing a dryer with automatic cleaning of the condenser is smart, as the function prevents any lint from getting stuck in the condenser. So you do not have to keep track of whether and when to clean it, which also keeps energy consumption low.
It may be a good idea to have a dryer that has features that avoid over-drying. This is rarely considered a safety issue, but rather an energy issue, but can still be good to consider at the next purchase. Although the risk is small, it may happen that you put in a single garment on a two-hour drying. Then it may be worth having such a function.

Another important quality criterion is that dryers are frequent. A high-condensing dryer prevents humid air from reaching the environment and thus prevents risks of mold and damage to walls and surroundings.

Energy efficiency
You should first check out which eco-label the dryer has. The higher the energy label, the more energy efficient. The EU energy label guarantees you that the product has been tested and reviewed before sale, so it is a really good benchmark to go after. The rating scale is from A-G, where A is the most energy-efficient and G is the least. When a product has been classified as A, it receives an additional grade that shows more in the form of a plus sign; A +, A ++ or A +++. The one with the most plus is thus most climate-smart.

It may also be good to consider what type of dryer you are looking for.

Exhaust air dryer is generally the least energy efficient, since the hot air is led out through a ventilation duct out of the housing. This type of porpoise is, however, most common in single-family homes and laundry rooms, as it is often forbidden to connect this type to existing extractor in apartment buildings. A good dryer is considered one that takes advantage of the heat - does not spread it.

The condenser is the most common dryer today. It converts the moist air into water which is then led directly to the drain or collected in a container. The advantage of condensing tumblers is that a special ventilation duct is not required, which makes it easy to install. However, the condenser requires cold air to function optimally, which can be difficult in confined spaces.

Try to make sure your dryer has heat pump technology. This means that the dryer recycles the heat and dehumidifies more efficiently. Energy consumption is thus considerably lower, but heat pump tumors also become more expensive in purchasing prices.