Positioning a dehumidifier flush against a wall will mean the appliance has to work extra hard to pull in the air, which will cause inefficiency and ultimately cost more money,' warns Chris. There are a few things you should look for when you buy a dehumidifier. You should consider its size, cost, and features. As we mentioned previously, we recommend choosing a dehumidifier with an electronic humidistat so that you can set the machine to only run when the humidity is too high. Chris founded leading dehumidifier manufacturer Meaco and has been advising on humidity solutions and dehumidifiers since 1991 and is well-known within the dehumidifier industry across the world as a leader in innovation and sustainability. With a wealth of experience in the industry, Chris is committed to helping provide low-energy and low-noise solutions appliances that improve the lives of customers. 2. Neglecting to clean or change the filter

Launched in 1960, Right Guard is a global leader in the men's grooming segment with strong brand equity based on a long history of product innovation. The brand primarily serves the men's antiperspirant and deodorant categories globally, but also competes in personal cleansing in select geographies. Dry Idea was founded in 1978 and largely serves the women's APDO category in the United States, Canada, Australia, and neighboring geographies. A humidistat enables you to establish a humidity level for your dehumidifier to maintain, automatically switching on when it's needed and turning off when the desired level has been reached. This is a key feature you ought to look for when buying a dehumidifier. It's also worth noting that what you're looking for when choosing a dehumidifier for your bedroom may very well differ from choosing a dehumidifier for the kitchen. Before buying a dehumidifier, you should always consider how big of a dehumidifier you need for the purpose you're looking for it to serve in your home.The two brands that have now been sold were identified as non-core activities within the Henkel Beauty Care portfolio. Right Guard is a men’s grooming brand, offering anti-perspirants and shower gels and is mainly focused on the US and UK markets. Dry Idea is a North American women’s anti-perspirant brand. The transaction includes trademark rights and access to product formulations.

Dry Idea Clinical Complete gives you maximum wetness protection and over 24-Hour Odor Protection without a prescription. Add in skin-conditioning Vitamin E to create a non-irritating, hypoallergenic product that’s kind to skin. Dehumidifiers help to extract excess water from the air directly, which leads to a reduction in condensation. It may not stop condensation altogether, but it's surely an effective preventive measure. Does a dehumidifier help with mould? Cost of living concerns mean we're more conscious of the high c ost of running a tumble dryer, but drying clothes naturally can incur additional costs, warns Chris from Meaco. 'The moisture released by the clothes as they dry will stay in the air, meaning that wet washing will take increasingly longer to dry – especially as households may be keeping windows closed to keep precious heat in,' he says.

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The transaction is another milestone in the company’s ambition to actively shape its portfolio, an important pillar of its Purposeful Growth agenda. Last year, Henkel announced that the company has identified brands and categories with a total sales volume of more than EUR1 billion, predominantly in its consumer businesses, of which around 50 per cent are marked to be divested or discontinued by 2021.

Headquartered in Cincinnati, OH, Thriving Brands is a consumer products company focused on the development and rejuvenation of consumer brands across the globe. Thriving Brands currently serves the ADPO and personal cleansing categories through the Right Guard and Dry Idea brands and plans to acquire strategic assets in adjacent categories to build a full suite of Thriving Brands that consumers love and trust to meet their personal care needs. In the 1980s, Dry Idea was known for its famous commercials starring various celebrities giving advice including the tag line "Never let them see you sweat". Some of these celebrities included NFL Coach Dan Reeves, fashion designer Donna Karan, Comedian Elayne Boosler and Miss America 1987 Kellye Cash. An additional commercial included non-celebrity, Miami resident Bob Ozer, who spoke of Dry Idea helping him avoid being "sopping wet" despite his car being recently stolen and work being tough. Lazard Middle Market served as financing advisor to Trive, and legal counsel was provided by Haynes and Boone LLP.This change of mind return policy is in addition to, and does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law including any rights you may have in respect of faulty items. To return faulty items see our Returning Faulty Items policy.