kuivatustelineellä

Kuivatustelineellä is a Finnish term that translates to "on the drying rack" or "on the clothesline" in English. It refers to the state or location of items, most commonly laundry, that are being air-dried. This method of drying is an alternative to using a tumble dryer and is prevalent in many households, particularly in Finland and other Nordic countries, due to its energy efficiency and gentleness on fabrics.

A drying rack, or kuivatusteline, can take various forms. These include foldable indoor racks, rotary outdoor lines, or simple clotheslines strung across a room or outdoor space. The principle is to suspend wet items so that air can circulate around them, facilitating the evaporation of moisture. This process is influenced by factors such as ambient temperature, humidity, and airflow.

Using a kuivatustelineellä is often considered an environmentally friendly choice as it consumes no electricity or gas. It also helps to prevent shrinkage and damage that can occur in a high-heat dryer. While it may take longer for clothes to dry compared to machine drying, many find the benefits outweigh the slight increase in time. The term can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is being aired out or left to dry in a general sense.