Every autumn it’s the same story: rain returns, the air cools, and drying laundry becomes tricky. Hanging clothes outside is no longer an option, and using the tumble dryer quickly inflates the electricity bill. Luckily, there are simple ways to keep clothes fresh and dry without wasting energy.
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My first electricity bill in Marseille shocked me: €89 a month, with €35 of that from laundry and drying. Two years later, I'm down to €12 a month—and my clothes last longer. The switch? Cold-water washing, smarter loads, and almost no tumble dryer.
My partner's respiratory sensitivity made us rethink cleaning products. After testing more than fifty recipes, I kept five ingredients that cover almost everything: effective, safe, and budget-friendly.