Heat Pump Tumble Dryers

Contrary to vented tumble dryers heat pump models don't need a vent pipe - their moisture goes into an easy-to-empty storage container instead. They also have a lower temperature, which makes them gentler on your clothes and more sustainable.

However, a tumbler with a heat pump dryer is more expensive to buy than a vented model. Is the investment worth it?

It's more energy efficient

Heat pumps are often thought of as a way to warm a building. However, this versatile appliance is capable of more than simply huffing puffing to produce hot air. It also provides AC and heat pumps are extremely energy efficient when employed to run laundry. This makes them an excellent choice for anyone worried about the tumble drying process ruining their clothes or living in an apartment that doesn't allow for outdoor drying.

The dryers of heat pumps reuse and recycle the air used to dry your clothes. The moisture in your clothes is absorbed by the evaporator, and the condensation is absorbed into tanks, where it's then heated and returned to the drum. The tumble dryers that use heat pumps are, therefore, more efficient in energy usage than condensers or vented models.

But there's one drawback: because they use lower temperatures your clothes may take a bit longer to dry. But it's well worth the waiting for those looking to lower their energy use and maintain their clothing in good shape.

They are also more flexible than condenser or vented counterparts because they don't require venting ducting. They do require a container to collect water condensation which has to be cleaned frequently, or a connection to your plumbing system in order to plump them down into your drains. However, this is a small difference in comparison to the energy savings.

Heat pump tumble dryers are an ideal choice for industrial laundry facilities that require a high-quality washing service while being as energy efficient as they can. They can reduce energy use by up to 70% since they don't release hot air into the environment. This can result in significant savings on utility bills.

The initial cost of installing and purchasing a heat-pump tumble dryer will be quickly offset by the energy savings. It is essential to maintain your heat-pump tumble dryer dryer's heat pump by cleaning it frequently to avoid the build-up of lint, which could reduce its efficiency and could be an fire risk.

It's gentler on your clothes

Tumble drying can cause damage to your clothes if the temperatures are too high. However heat pump tumble dryers use moisture extraction instead of direct heating to dry your laundry. This means that your clothes are dried at a lower temperature which is gentler on your clothes and may extend the life of your favourite jumpers and heat-pump tumble dryer dresses. Because they utilize moisture extraction, they also require the use of a water tank (also called a reservoir) that you must empty on a regular basis in the event that they are not installed. This isn't a problem for most households, as you can empty the tank using your regular household waste.

It's more sustainable.

Tumble drying is a great option when you have limited space in your home to dry clothes or not to hang it up. Tumble dryers can harm clothing if they are used frequently and at higher temperatures. With a Beko heat pump tumble dryer, you won't have to be concerned about your clothes being damaged because it utilizes a lower temperature and moisture extraction to dry your clothes. Learn more about the Heat Pump tumble dryers here.