Affordable Winter Hack: Salt, Chalk, and Newspapers Can Reduce Dampness Indoors

Drying clothes becomes a huge challenge once winter is around the corner. With less sunlight, increased humidity, and drying indoors can take all day long. Not always can one afford to run a heater or dryer. Thankfully, a simple household item can rid you of this stress in just minutes. Learn how this straightforward winter hack will have your clothes dried quickly-even in the harshest cold-without a heater.

Salt naturally absorbs moisture. When clothes are dried within the house, the extra moisture in the air slows down the drying process. In this case, putting a bowl of salt in the room draws moisture from the air. Once the humidity is reduced, the clothes dry quickly.

If you're drying wet clothes in a bedroom, drawing room, or other small room, place one or two bowls of salt in a corner. Within a few hours, you'll notice a difference: the room feels less damp, and clothes dry faster than before.

In addition to salt, it is very important to ensure proper ventilation. Let in some fresh air from an open window or run a light fan to keep the air circulating; this removes moisture. Not only does this expedite the drying process, but it also minimizes the chances of mold growth. Especially for clothes drying in the bedroom or living room, it is even more important to maintain fresh air in the room.