SAVINGS OF THE WEEK!

DRYING RACKS

A TUMBLE dryer may be a handy appliance, but it can also be an energy guzzler. Despite the energy price cap freeze, most households will still be looking for ways to reduce their fuel bills this winter, which makes an electric heated airer worth considering.

These racks dry clothes effectively and the cost is about a third of that of a tumble dryer. Devotees also like that they are gentler on garments than dryers — and far kinder to the planet.

Robert Dyas, with a large range of models, offers the Status 220W dryer in silver, which would be suitable for a single person or a student.

It is reduced from £69.99 to £49.99. Robert Dyas also stocks the Black & Decker three-tier rack (left), which would suit a larger household. Its price has been cut by £50 from £199.99 to £149.99 ( robertdyas.co.uk). At Lakeland you can take £15 off the Dry: Soon three-tier rack bundle. This includes a cover, which helps to keep heat in and turns into a storage bag. The price is now £177.98 ( lakeland.co.uk).