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The Best Dehumidifiers for Drying Clothes and Gentle Laundry Drying

Drying laundry indoors is a challenge most of us face on a weekly basis, especially during the colder months. While tumble dryers might seem like the obvious solution, they also come with high energy costs and can be harsh on our clothes. Instead, a dehumidifier offers a cheaper, efficient and fabric-friendly alternative. Personal finance expert, Martin Lewis, has recommended using dehumidifiers over tumble dryers as a way to save on energy bills while effectively drying your laundry. We’ll explore why

Arete® One is crowned the “gold standard” on Channel 5’s ‘Shop Smart, Save Money’

30 November 2023

This November, we featured on Channel 5’s series ‘Shop Smart, Save Money’. We were delighted to see our MeacoDry Arete® One 10L put to the test as a chance to show off all its features, capabilities, and cost to run. What impact does a dehumidifier have in the home?

A customer testimonial: Richard, a landlord, shares his experience of using a Meaco dehumidifier to combat mould

28 November 2023

We love hearing from our customers and learning about their personal experiences of combatting mould, as it’s a great way to see the impact our products have. In response to one of our newsletters, Richard, a customer and a landlord, told us about his experience using Meaco dehumidifiers to

The look, feel and function of Arete® One: a dehumidifier designed with a real user in mind

20 November 2023

Here at Meaco, we understand that a dehumidifier isn’t the most exciting appliance to have in your home, and in the past, they haven’t been very attractive either. Owning a dehumidifier isn’t just about its performance, the way it fits in with the rest of your home is important too.

What are the sources of moisture at home and what’s the solution to mould and damp problems

14 November 2023

People contact us all the time and ask us, “Why do I get mould and condensation inside my house?”. Unless you have structural issues, like a leaky pipe or blocked gutter, anything else mould and condensation wise, is probably down to your lifestyle. So, to understand what causes condensation and

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Quiet Mark helps you to ‘Find Your Quiet’

12 November 2023

Quiet Mark is a global certification programme that assesses and certifies the quietest products and solutions to unwanted noise. And with the support of the UK Noise Abatement Society, they have just released their 2023 National Noise Report. It’s packed full of great insights and it’s spring-boarded the launch of

How to reduce condensation on windows

1 November 2023

While we may be familiar with condensation forming on our windows as the weather gets colder, many of us do not know why it forms or how it can be prevented. Let’s take a look at what causes condensation and what you can do to get rid of it before

Meaco Arete One dehumidifier on the wall in a utility room.

How to attach the MeacoDry Arete® Wall Mounting Bracket to the wall

31 October 2023

If you are struggling to install your MeacoDry Arete® Wall Mounting Bracket to the wall, we have written a guide to help you out. And if written instructions aren’t for you, we have made a short video to visualise the installation process. 6 steps to installing your MeacoDry Arete® Wall Mounting

Meaco Low Energy 12L dehumidifier in lounge

Which dehumidifier do I buy for a two bedroom house? The Guide

25 October 2023

One of the difficulties that people have about buying a dehumidifier is matching up the best dehumidifier to the size and needs of their home. When we’re talking about a two bed house, we’re estimating an average size of 80 to 100m2. Here, we remove the confusion about which dehumidifier

Which Dehumidifier Do I Buy for a 3, 4, 5+ Bedroom House?

24 October 2023

If you’re the proud owner of a spacious 3, 4, or 5+ bedroom house in the UK, you’re probably familiar with the challenges that come with maintaining ideal indoor humidity levels. High humidity can lead to issues like mould, damp and poor air quality. To ensure a comfortable living environment,

Why am I getting mould in my home and how do I get rid of it?

13 October 2023

Despite being a common problem in the home, many of us are unaware of where mould comes from and how to stop it from growing. The best way to prevent mould appearing and spreading is to understand why it appears and what contributes to its growth. Mould grows when the