But if you don't hang clothes correctly, it could be a costly mistake. Here are our top tips.
Place heavy jeans flat on the bottom shelf and flip them over occasionally for even drying.
Position them on the rods on the outer edges of the airer. They dry faster and you will have more space for other items.
Every day items such as t-shirts, leggings, pyjamas and socks should be hung over the rods
Overloading and bunched up clothes can slow down drying time. Keep clothes spread out to allow air circulation
It's tempting to overlap clothes if you have a big wash that needs drying. But overlapping prevents proper heat exposure and drying.
It is tempting to just throw them over the airer but you should fold bedsheets in half or in thirds and drape them smoothly over the rods.