How to Line Dry
Line-dry your washed clothes and linens to keep them from wearing out, and save money on your energy bill at the same time.
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You Will Need
- A clothesline
- Wooden clothespins
- Clothes
- Good weather
- Hangers (optional)
Steps
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Step 1
Snap clothing
Snap each piece of washed material before your hang it to help prevent wrinkles.
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Step 2
Turn clothing inside out
Turn your clothing inside out for faster drying and to prevent fading.
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Step 3
Pin to clothesline
Pin your articles to the clothesline with wooden clothespins.
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You can also hang your clothes on hangers and hang them on the line to dry.
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Step 4
Dry according to light
Dry silk, synthetic, and fine fabrics in the shade. Dry linen in the sun for fewer wrinkles.
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Step 5
Hang shirts
Hang your T-shirts on the line upside down.
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Step 6
Throw articles in dryer
Throw your towels or clothing in the dryer for a minute or two if they’re still damp or stiff from hanging.
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Step 7
Enjoy
Enjoy the fresh smell, lower electric bill, and environmental benefits of line-drying your articles.
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According to the Energy Information Agency, clothes dryers account for 5.8 percent of home electricity usage.
