Time That Experts Don't Recommend To Wash Clothes, Can Make Shirts Smell Apek

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JAKARTA - Washing clothes is one of the things that is often done. Usually, washing clothes is done in the morning until noon because at that time the sun is shining brightly. However, it is possible for the owner of the house to wash clothes at night because of the busy activities in the morning. Well, is it safe to wash clothes at night?

Actually, there's nothing wrong with washing clothes at night. It's just that, there are a few things to consider. According to Petya Holevich, home cleaning expert and supervisor at Fantastic Services, reported The Spruce, Monday, July 21. It is not recommended to wash clothes during peak hours of electricity use, between 16.00 to 21.00.

Usually, at this time the use of electricity at home is quite large for kitchen utensils, air conditioning, and lights. And running a washing machine or clothes dryer during this time can cause higher electricity bills in the long term.

However, swelling electricity bills isn't the only reason why you shouldn't wash clothes at night. Another reason is that washing machine work can be less effective.

"If your clothes are outdoors, their clothes will usually be humid and will cause a bad smell, especially if they are dried in the rainy or cold season," said Holevich.

According to Holevich, many modern washing and drying machines adjust cycle performance based on incoming stress and water temperature. So, if you run a washing machine during peak hours, stress fluctuations can affect the level of cleanliness and drying of your clothes.

He considered that the best time to wash clothes was in the morning for maximum results. This is because the temperature is usually moderate, the humidity is also low, and there are not many furniture that uses the electricity that is being used.

Meanwhile, as reported by Homes & Gardens, janitor Nathanly Vieira said that the best time to wash clothes around 8 am is because clothes can dry quickly without having to be dried, especially if the sun shines brightly. Washing clothes at 10 pm can also be done, but something must be considered, for example whether it will disturb neighbors and others.

In general, washing clothes at night is safe, but experts generally warn against doing so because the use of a washing machine at night can cause potential fires. Avoid using clothes dryers because it can be a greater risk.