The main cause of musty odour when drying indoors is bacteria. Bacteria multiply rapidly under moist conditions when laundry is half dry. This occurs during indoor drying, or when we leave them in the washing machine for too long after a wash. Here are some useful tips for indoor drying.
Remove all dirt residues
If dirt residues have not been cleansed properly during washing, the bacteria from the dirt will start multiplying, thereby giving rise to the unpleasant odour. Hence, it is important to remove all dirt when washing the laundry.
Do not pile up the laundry
Do not let the laundry pile up. Try to wash soiled clothes as soon as possible. Also, do not use the wash tub of the washing machine as a laundry basket.
Use an anti-bacterial detergent or add bleach
Anti-bacterial detergents kill odour causing bacteria that causes musty odour from indoor drying. Attack's Advanced Anti-bacterial range goes the extra mile and prevents the growth of bacteria from wash to wear.
If you are not using an anti-bacterial detergent, bleach can be used to sanitize laundry. Both Kao Bleach (for whites) or Kao Colour Bleach (for coloured clothes) removes bacteria, preventing musty odour during indoor drying.
Shorten the drying time
Bear in mind that moist laundry promotes the growth of odour causing bacteria. Below are some tips to shorten the drying time:
Use the drying function of an air conditioner or dehumidifier
Place in a well ventilated area or create ventilation with a fan
Direct wind from the air conditioner or fan to blow directly at the laundry
Start ironing the clothes even though they may not be completely dry.