A ventless dryer is a type of clothes dryer that does not require a vent to expel air, making it a suitable option for homes that are not equipped for vent-style dryer installation or have limited space
. Ventless dryers work by constantly recirculating air through the drum to pick up moisture from the clothes and then condensing the moisture later in the process through a heat exchanger
. There are two types of ventless dryers:
- Condenser Dryers : These dryers draw in cooler air from the laundry room, heat it, and then cool it down through a heat exchanger. The condensed moisture is collected in a container or drained away
- Heat Pump Dryers : These dryers use a heat pump to heat the air, which is then circulated through the drum. The moisture in the air condenses on the cold surface of the drum and is collected in a container or drained away
Some advantages of ventless dryers include:
- Flexible installation options and space-saving
- Energy efficiency
- Easier on fabrics due to smaller drum and lower volume of heat
However, there are some disadvantages as well:
- Limited capacity, which may be a problem for large families
- Longer drying times compared to vented dryers
- Higher initial investment cost
Ventless dryers have gained popularity in Europe for decades and have started to catch on in the United States due to their space-saving benefits and energy efficiency
