Heat Pump Tumble Dryers

Heat pump models don't require a vent pipe since they store their water in an easy to empty reservoir. The models that use heat pump also have an lower setting that is gentler on clothes and more eco friendly.

A tumble dryer with a heat pump may cost more than a vented model. Is it worth the investment?

It's more efficient.

The term "heat pump" is usually considered to be a means to heat a room however, this multi-faceted appliance can do much more than just puff and huff to generate hot air. It also provides AC and heat pumps are extremely efficient when used to wash laundry. They are a great choice for those who are worried about their clothes getting damaged by tumble drying or live in an apartment in which outdoor drying is not possible.

A traditional vented tumble dryer releases hot air that evaporates your clothing to the outside, but a heat pump dryer uses the air to recycle and reuse itself. The evaporator absorbs the moisture in your clothes, and the condensation is then re-heated and stored in a tank. Heat pump tumble dryers are therefore much more efficient than condensers or vented models.

However, there's a downside: because they are using lower temperatures, your clothes may take a little longer to dry. It's worth it if you want to cut down on energy usage and keep your fabrics in good shape.

Heat pump tumble dryers are also more flexible than vented or condenser models because they don't require venting ducting. Although they require an enclosure to store water condensation, which needs to be cleaned regularly or a connection to a plumbing system if you plump them into your drains, these are a minor compromise for the energy savings they could provide.

The heat pump tumble dryers are an excellent choice for industrial laundry facilities that need to offer a high-quality washing service while being as energy efficient as they are. They can reduce energy use by as much as 70% as they don't have to release hot-air into the environment. This could result in significant savings on utility bills.

Although there is a cost to purchase and install a heat pump tumble dryer however, the significant energy savings it could bring can quickly offset the initial cost. It is crucial to keep your heat pump tumble dryer. Cleaning it often will prevent lint buildup, which could reduce its effectiveness and pose an hazard to fire.

It's gentler on clothes.

Tumble drying can cause some damage to your clothes if temperatures are too high. However, the heat pump tumble dryers employ moisture extraction instead of direct heating to dry your clothes. This means your clothes are dried at a lower temperature which is less harsh on your fabrics and may extend the lifespan of your favorite clothes and jumpers. They also require a tank of water (also called a reservoir), which you will need to empty on a regular basis, unless they are plumbed. This isn't a big problem for most households because it is easy to empty it using regular household waste.

It's more sustainable.

Tumble drying is a great option if you are limited in space in your home for drying washing or you just prefer not to hang it up. Tumble dryers heat pump can cause damage to fabrics if they are used frequently and heat Pump Tumble at higher temperatures. With a Beko heat pump tumble dryer, you won't have to worry about your clothes getting damaged as it uses less heat and lower extraction of moisture to dry your clothes. Learn more about our Heat Pump tumble dryer range here.