Sep 08 2026
Cleaning a dryer involves more than pulling lint off the screen. Lint and laundry-product residue can collect on the lint filter, inside the lint-trap opening, around the drum and moisture sensors, behind the appliance, and throughout the exhaust vent. Keeping these areas clean helps the dryer move air efficiently, can reduce drying time, and is …
Sep 06 2026
Cleaning a dryer vent is an important part of both dryer maintenance and home fire safety. As clothes dry, small amounts of lint can pass through the lint screen and collect inside the exhaust duct. Over time, that buildup can restrict airflow, make clothes take longer to dry, cause the dryer to run hotter, and …
Sep 05 2026
Air drying and machine drying can both be good ways to finish a load of laundry, but they offer very different advantages. Air drying uses no dryer energy, exposes clothes to less heat and tumbling, and can be particularly useful for delicate, shrink-prone, and elastic-containing garments. Machine drying is much faster, leaves many fabrics feeling …
