With unpredictable UK weather, many people may opt to dry their clothes inside. However, with areas experiencing 25C and above, this week is a great time to get the laundry basket empty and dry them outside. Whether you have an airer or a washing line, here’s how to make sure your clothes don’t get ruined.

According to Lenor, there are certain steps Brits should take when drying clothing outside to help keep garments in tact and speed up the process. To begin with, it’s important to shake the clothing before putting it on the line.

According to experts, this can help combat any stiffness that can occur in air-dried items. Shaking fresh from the machine helps fluff up its fibres and prevents static cling.

If you want to maximise space, you can hang delicate items such as camisoles and shirts on coat hangers off your airer or washing line.

This will handily ensure more clothes dry at once and be as “crease-free” as possible. What’s more, you can then hang them straight into your wardrobe.

If you’re washing any jumpers to put them away for summer, make sure to lay these items flat to help retain their shape.

According to Lenor, moisture tends to settle at the bottom of hefty fabrics, so turn at least once to help them dry faster and more evenly.

If you have any whites which need washing, take advantage of the warm sun and get them outside this week.

Direct sunlight can help bleach white clothes and linen and kill pesky bacteria that cause odours.

When it comes to positioning all of these items, air needs to circulate around them in order to dry efficiently, so make sure to leave an inch between garments to allow faster drying.

If you suffer from hayfever and are drying clothes indoors, place the airer near an air vent, extractor fan or dehumidifier to help speed up the process.

Once dry, don’t fold the clothes too soon, or you may end up with creased clothing.

Lenor recommended making sure the items are thoroughly dry before folding and putting them away.

This will help prevent musty-smelling mould and mildew from growing in areas with poor circulation, such as wardrobes and drawers.