Should I buy a dryer? How to choose? Where to put it?

Speaking of "dryers", maybe many little cuties, like me, always feel that there is a layer of veil between them. Although I often hear about it, I still have doubts about its practicality.

The weather in the north is dry and it doesn’t rain a few times a year. Especially in winter when there is heating, the clothes will be dry overnight, so why spend money to dry them?

The concept has always been that clothes should have the smell of sunlight (the smell of mites) to be more hygienic.

In many small apartments, there is nowhere to put a dryer of that size

What a waste of electricity

...and so on

Well, these questions are all real in Qi Qi's heart. To this end, July has done special homework.

But the interesting thing is: dryers are already standard equipment in Europe and the United States, but they are not very popular in China. There are many people who insist on not installing dryers.

So, is it necessary to install a dryer?

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Why resist the dryer?

After asking around, I found that there are two main reasons:

●? Expensive!

●?I think drying clothes in the sun is healthier!

About expensiveness: Dryers on the market generally cost between 1,000-5,000 yuan. Whether they are expensive or not depends on the income of each family and the decoration budget.

In July, I mainly want to talk about the second point. Is sun drying really healthier than drying in a dryer?

There are two main ways to sterilize clothing using sunlight: high temperature sterilization and ultraviolet sterilization.

Regarding high temperatures, the temperature of dryers can generally reach 80°C, which is definitely stronger than sunlight. Regarding ultraviolet rays, many dryers have built-in ultraviolet lamp functions, so ultraviolet disinfection is no problem.

Therefore, it is just a matter of habit that sun drying is safer.

Moreover, if you put it in the sun, it will inevitably stick to the dust in the air, which is far less clean than a dryer.

The dryer can also absorb excess lint and debris from the clothes, making the clothes cleaner.

(The dryer sucks out lint and debris)

In addition to the above, the dryer has many advantages. After reading this, I think you will fall in love with it.

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Other advantages of dryers

1. The clothes can be dried and stored directly after washing

In fact, drying in European countries A washing machine has become a necessity. When watching "The Big Bang Theory" in the past, you could always see Sheldon directly taking out the clothes he had just washed and starting to fold them with a folding board. I can’t help but sigh, it’s great to have a dryer, it saves the time of drying clothes.

With the dryer, clothes can be washed and dried immediately, and can be worn immediately after drying. They will not be affected by the sandstorm weather in the north or the plum rain weather in the south. This saves time and effort, and you don’t have to worry about the clothes not drying and running out of clothes. .

2. High-temperature sterilization

In China, people always think that ultraviolet rays are the best way to sterilize clothes. Clothes that have been exposed to the sun smell like sunshine. I feel uncomfortable wearing clothes dried in the dryer.

Compared with drying, clothes are cleaner and will not be contaminated with dust and bacteria, especially for children, it is more secure. The dryer uses high temperature to sterilize and has a built-in lint collector to keep clothes cleaner.

3. No ironing required

Clothes dried through high-temperature sterilization are naturally fluffy and odor-free, eliminating the need for ironing.

4. Liberate the balcony

The balcony no longer hangs the national flag. You can read, drink tea, bask in the sun, play chess, and chat with friends on the balcony. All you need is a clothes dryer to liberate the balcony. .

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How to choose a dryer?

The price of an exhaust dryer ranges from 200 to 1,000. Although it is cheap, it is not cost-effective in the long run, so there is no need to consider it.

If it is a rental house, consider buying a transitional one.

1. Look at the capacity

1. It is recommended to buy 8kg. The larger the capacity, the better. When washing large and heavy quilts in winter, it is simply not easy to use;

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2. For a family of three, choose 5-6kg;

3. For a family of 4-6, choose 6-8kg;

4. For a family of 6 or more, choose 6-8kg The maximum capacity of the household dryer is 9kg.

2. Look at the functions

Try to choose a dryer with more functions, such as self-cleaning, sterilization, odor removal, anti-wrinkle, etc.

3. Depend on the type

↓Exhaust type

Principle: Blow hot air directly on the clothes, and do not stop until drying;

< p> Advantages: Affordable price, about 1,500 for the drum type, and about 2,000 for the direct blowing type;

Disadvantages: It is noisy, consumes a lot of power, and cannot dry evenly;

< p> ↓Air condensation type

Principle: Simply put, the air is heated, takes away moisture through clothes, and then precipitates moisture to become dry and cold air, and finally continues to be heated and recycled.

Advantages: Clothes are dried evenly with low noise.

Disadvantages: The air needs to be heated and the energy consumption is relatively high.

↓Heat pump type

Principle: This principle is a bit complicated, so I won’t go into details. Let’s just look at the advantages and disadvantages.

Advantages: Energy consumption is about 50% lower than the condensing type, it can dry evenly, has low noise, and can protect clothes well at low temperatures.

Disadvantages: The price is more expensive than exhaust type and condensation type.

4. Look at the price

You get what you pay for! Home appliances like dryers will last ten to eight years with a one-time investment. Try to buy a good one with more than 5k. The longer it lasts, the more cost-effective it will be.

5. Look at the brand

The most popular brands on the market are: Bosch, Whirlpool, Siemens, Miele, LG, BEKO, Electrolux, Haier, etc.

The approximate price of domestic brands of condensing dryers is 2k~6k, among which the price of condensing 8kg Bosch is around 6k-1w, and Miele is the most expensive at 1-3w. The price of its heat pump is around 4w.

Heat pump type 8kg BOKE can also be purchased for less than 10,000 yuan from Haier and Electrolux. The prices of these models from Bosch, Whirlpool, Siemens and LG are on the higher side. The most expensive Miele starts at least 3w. .

In the long run, it is recommended that everyone buy a heat pump, because condensation consumes a lot of energy, and the electricity bill and consumables combined are enough to buy a heat pump.

Miele washing machine and dryer

Recommended several common brands: condensing BEKO/Beko, SIEMENS/Siemens, heat pump Bosch/Bosch, all below 1w Done.

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Independent dryer or washer-dryer all-in-one?

You must be very confused about this issue. People generally think that the integrated washing and drying machine is very convenient. You don’t have to take it out halfway, just throw it in and it’s done.

But Peninsula still has to say sincerely: Choose an independent dryer!

A colleague from Peninsula bought an integrated washer and dryer. I feel that the overall drying effect is very average, and it wrinkles easily. I still need to dry it before taking it out. If you have the budget, you should buy it separately.

First of all, the capacity of the integrated washing and drying machine is not as good as that of the independent dryer. An all-in-one washer and dryer that can wash 8KG clothes can only dry 3KG clothes. Tell me what to do with the 5KG clothes? Of course, there are also those with larger capacity, which are more expensive.

Secondly, some all-in-one machines are not equipped with a filter, and fluff will adhere to the condenser tube, breeding bacteria and affecting the laundry function.

Then there’s the price. The price of an all-in-one washer and dryer can buy a good washing machine + an entry-level dryer.

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How to place the dryer?

The dryer is usually inseparable from the washing machine and is placed in the bathroom or living balcony.

Placed sideways

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It is best to put the washing machine and dryer together. The washed clothes can be dried directly, which is suitable for housework. Wire.

You can also customize a board on top to put laundry detergent, etc.

Place it vertically

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Usually the dryer is on top and the washing machine is on the bottom

Washing machines and dryers of the same brand can be Stacked to save space.

Don’t worry about the top ones falling off. There is a special shelf in the middle for stacking. They are not stacked directly to the naked eye~

Warm reminder:

1. If it is an exhaust type, try to install it in a place with good ventilation or exhaust conditions, and a drainage pipe needs to be installed.

2. If it is a condensing or heat pump type, there are not so many special requirements for installation. As long as there is enough space and a power source, it will work.

3. Do not install the dryer in the open air or in a place prone to rain!

If the above benefits of the dryer have made you excited, but you are still hesitant after seeing the price, think about your mobile phone. 7. An Apple

July feels that the development of technology is to facilitate our lives and give us more time to do more meaningful things. Temporary "poverty" is not terrible. What is terrible is that being content with "poverty" constantly reduces one's quality of life.

Finally, has your family bought a dryer?