Can You Vent a Clothes Dryer Inside?

The exhaust from a traditional clothes dryer is full of moisture and lint. Clothes dryers should always be vented directly to the outside.

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Lint is one of the main issues. The problem with lint is that it is damp and sticks on everything, leading to gumming up anything it comes into contact with.

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How Small Is a Micron & Why Does It Matter

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Are There Circumstances Where This Rule Could Be Violated?

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A Ventless Heat-Pump Clothes Dryer Is a Good Option

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Can a Clothes Dryer Be Vented Into the Garage?

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