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If you're looking for an environmentally friendly dryer then you should check out tumble dryers and built in washing machines . Unknown to most people is the fact that tumble dryers are very energy efficient. Using a cheap tumble dryer can significantly reduce your energy uses. Even if you're searching for a more energy efficient dryer like a tumble dryer, you'll still have to find the right type for you.
There are four different types of tumble dryers known as electric vented tumble dryers, electric condenser tumble dryers, compact tumble dryers, and gas vented tumble dryers.Which dryer you choose largely depends on how environmentally friendly it is and how much the price is along with how it will fit into your lifestyle.
The electric vented tumble dryers basically take the warm and damp air from the dryer drum and vent it through a hose. They use a lot less electricity and are cheaper than most other models of tumble dryers . Keep in mind that these models need to be near a window so the vent can release the air outside.
A condenser tumble dryer can be installed anywhere because it just takes the warm, damp air from the drum to a removable reservoir. With this dryer steam isn't a problem, however the reservoir has to be occasionally removed and emptied.
The cheapest tumble dryer to run is the gas vented tumble dryer. These tumble dryers use gas as a heat source to dry and vent damp air through a hose. Just like the vented air dryers, gas dryers need to be near a window so damp air can be vented out.
If you don't have very much space then you should try a compact tumble dryer. However, these dryers are much slower than other dryers and less energy efficient.
One of the smartest choices for more energy efficiency is choosing a large tumble dryer which will take less time to dry clothing. This is also helpful for a washer dryer combination. If your dryer is as large as your washer then loads of laundry will be able to be completed in even cycles.To take care of a tumble dryer remember to clear the lint after each load so it won't get blocked off. For better energy use always fill it to the maximum load every time and keep the dryer in a well ventilated area so it won't overheat.
