How to choose a good shoe dryer?

The autumn-winter period is always accompanied by an increased amount of precipitation, slush and constant water underfoot, which strives to wet our feet. It is not at all surprising that during such a period there is an urgent need for such a device as an electric shoe dryer - a fairly inexpensive and convenient device.

Wet shoes, if you, of course, take care of their safety, it is better to dry them as soon as possible, which is not so easy if these are, for example, winter boots or boots. Near a battery or heater is not the best option, as you can easily ruin the look of your shoes.

In that case, how to choose a good electric shoe dryer? Of course, before buying, you need to figure out what the stores offer us, and only after that do you conclude which option is best for you. To begin with, let's figure out why these small devices are so useful?

• Firstly, they quickly and efficiently cope with the drying of shoes.
• Secondly, this is an indispensable device in large families who care about their health.
• Thirdly, electric dryers in no way spoil the shoes, since they only affect it from the inside.

Plus, there are species that, in addition to drying shoes, also destroy bacteria and fungus that can form inside in wet weather.

What are there?

If you turn to the assortment in stores, you can distinguish several main types, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.

• Electric frame. Perhaps the most common and primitive option, which, nevertheless, is very popular with the consumer. Represents two heating elements which are connected among themselves by a cord. The device is powered by an electrical network, for which it is equipped with a plug for an outlet. The frame itself can be made from ordinary metal tubes, or made in the form of figures in a fire-resistant plastic case. Each heating element is inserted into the shoe and then plugged into an outlet. The advantage of this variety is their relatively low cost, economical energy absorption and ease of use. Perhaps the only negative is a rather long drying period - about 10 hours.
• Ultraviolet. Outwardly, they can be similar to conventional electric frames, with the difference that here drying is carried out due to the operation of ultraviolet light bulbs. If such a dryer works in your shoes all night, then it can also be called antifungal, because ultraviolet destroys fungus and other bacteria. There are even special bactericidal varieties that can disinfect shoes as much as possible. Usually they are sold in pharmacies and are prescribed by a doctor.
• Air dryers. Another fairly popular and convenient look, which is even more convenient to use than the same electric frames. Usually they have a very simple design: two tubes, from which hot air is released, the temperature of which fluctuates around 60 ° -70 °. The tubes are placed on a vertical stand that can be placed on the floor or attached to the wall. Shoes are hung on hot pipes, where they are constantly blown with warm air, so that the whole process takes place quite quickly. What is convenient - on such dryers, in addition to everything, you can dry hats, gloves and scarves, in addition, there can be more than two or even four tubes, which involves the simultaneous drying of several sets of shoes at once.

What do you need to pay attention to?

What else should be considered when choosing such devices? What nuances can make your purchase even more pleasant and durable? First, inspect the appearance of the device - all its elements should be free of dents, scratches or any other defects.

Pay attention to the cable - it is more convenient when it is long and not very thin, otherwise it risks constantly getting tangled and broken. It is also important to consider the material of the core of the dryer - ideally, it should be ceramic, as it heats up faster, does not melt and does not do any harm to the shoes.

If you decide to purchase an air dryer, be sure to check the blowing power, and also inspect the surface for holes - the more there are, the device itself will overheat less and cope with its main task faster. Another important characteristic is the heating temperature, usually it is indicated directly on the package.

So, the maximum temperature should not exceed 70 °, if it is higher, then the shoes risk being damaged. The minimum threshold is 60 °, if it is lower, then the dryer will cope with wet shoes for too long. Heating time is about 10-20 minutes. And one more thing - if you know that you often have to dry your shoes outside the home, for example, on a hike or somewhere in nature, then it is better to get one that can run on batteries.

Here, in principle, and all the wisdom of choice! With this knowledge, you will be able to choose a device that fully meets your needs. In addition, there are even craftsmen who make their own shoe dryers! Who knows, maybe you will be able to cope with such an interesting thing, for this you can find special master classes on the Internet.