The short answer is yes, heated airers work so you can reap the benefits of air-drying laundry no matter the weather outside.

A drying rack offers a no-heat, gentle solution to drying delicate clothing and fabrics such as silk, satin, and wool. Plus, it saves a ton of energy when compared with a commercial dryer.

This becomes even more of a factor if you're responsible for paying the electricity of a dryer, since Von Haus claims their drying rack only takes $0.04 per hour to operate.

3am; Style; Home Electronics; Are heated drying racks worth buying? Expert shares their answer and the surprising risk they have As we head deeper into winter, keeping the cycle of laundry going ...

If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the drying rack. Gadgetbox By Dan Moren, DEC 27, 2006 4:00 pm PST.

We know its hard to get excited about a dish rack — but eliminating the need to hand dry should be a completely different story. Now you’re listening huh? The Bon Home heat & dry dish rack ($99) may ...

Spot clean your dish rack by filling the sink with vinegar and water. Let the rack soak for 15 to 30 minutes, then scrub off any remaining grit.