- Provides 23 ft. Of drying space allowing you to air dry multiple items at once
- Features a top shelf that can be used for Hanging wet clothes or for laying them flat while air drying
- Sturdy and rustproof with a heavy duty steel frame this clothes drying rack offers high functionality and versatility
- The accordion design takes up less room and allows the drying rack to Fold flat for convenient storage
- Product dimensions: 29.4x 14.3x 42
The best clotheslines in the market (Guide 2018)
Laundry is not a pleasant task. Especially when the weather is bad and you do not have a dryer. The solution, buy a clothesline. Although you think it does not, it has its advantages with respect to the dryer. On the one hand, you can hang all those delicate clothes that you can not put in the machine. On the other hand, they are more respectful with the environment.
To all that we must add that they do not waste electricity . Unless you opt to buy an electric clothesline, a product increasingly popular because it allows you to dry your clothes in a short time. And when you do not use it, fold it and keep it, as you would with a folding stand clothesline. In this selection we have included an electric model, the Thermic Dynamics . It is a stainless steel clothesline that is having a very good reception among consumers.
The rest of the models that we have chosen to elaborate this guide also stand out for their quality. There are various types, so you can choose the one that best suits your needs. It is obvious to say that not all houses have the same space or in all households the same amount of clothes is washed.
How many types of clotheslines are there?
That is why, before buying the best clothesline for your home, analyze well how much money you are willing to spend and what type of clothesline is best suited for you and your home. Below we will list the different types of clotheslines that are on the market.
Outdoor clothes airer . There are many models that can be placed on the outside, from the umbrella classics that are installed in the window to those that are designed for terraces and gardens. There are also models that serve both indoor and outdoor, in case of wall clotheslines or wing clotheslines. But to be able to place them outdoors, the clotheslines must be made of stainless materials that withstand the inclemency of the weather without spoiling. The advantage of these is that they tend to be larger than indoor ones, so you can hang more clothes.
Indoor clothesline . They are the resource that you have left when it is raining or all your windows face the street and you can not hang an outdoor clothesline. The bad part is that they take up space, but you can always choose compact models , with vertical levels or because of their location do not disturb, such as roof or radiator.
Radiator clothesline . They are usually very small, but they are very useful when you need to dry something quickly and you want to take advantage of the heat that comes off the heating. You can also hang them from the balcony railing, from a door or from the window frame . They are quite cheap, as you can see with the Gimi Airy model of this selection.
Electric clothesline . They are like the indoor clotheslines of all life, but with a cable that plugs into the current. They are among the most expensive, but they are the perfect alternative to the dryer . With the advantage that in them you can put to dry delicate items. And when the weather is nice, you can use it without plugging in to avoid wasting light.
Roof clothesline. They are ideal for small spaces, since they release space from the floor. They work with a system of pulleys and ropes that must be adjusted to the desired height.
Wall drying rack . Like the previous one, they also save a lot of space . Many models are manufactured in stainless materials, so they can be placed outside. Some models, such as the Brabantia 475924 of this selection, come in a case that closes when not in use and the clothesline is completely out of sight.
Folding clotheslines. They are the classic indoor clotheslines that fold when not in use . They can be of a single body, with wings or with different heights to save space without sacrificing capacity. This is the case, for example, of the Foppapedretti Gulliver.
Rotating clotheslines. Here you can include from the smallest, suitable for underwear or light garments, to those of umbrellas, prepared for outdoor use.
Automatic clotheslines Usually they are common in the washings, because they have the advantage of which they are anchored in the high part of the wall and they do not occupy hardly space when the ropes are saved.
What to keep in mind when buying a clothesline?
- Location
- Capacity
- Material
- Functionality
- Brand
Location
As we have indicated before, there are indoor and outdoor drying lines. So one of the things you should think about is where you are going to place it. Once you have decided, you have to choose the right type of clothesline for the space you have.
Capacity
If you have to wash a lot of clothes in your house, you will need a clothesline with many ropes and / or folding wings. These are usually larger, so if you are going to place it inside the house, it is best to opt for a folding model that you can store when you do not use it. On the other hand, if you have little clothes to dry, it will serve you with a smaller clothes line.
Material
The weight and durability of the material chosen will depend on the chosen model, as well as whether it is suitable for outdoor use or not. In the market there are clotheslines of stainless steel, iron, PVC, plastic or resin. The latter are very resistant.
Functionality
That it is a clothesline does not mean that it can not come with extra features and accessories. We have already told you that there are electric clotheslines and models that are stored in a case when they are not used. But also models that include a bag for clothespins and / or that have transport wheels that facilitate their mobility are sold.
Brand
The most recognized brands are often synonymous with quality. Some even offer good products at reasonable prices. In the market of the best clotheslines, those of this selection are among the best. Lefheit, Vileda, Brabantia or Gimi are some of the most recognized.
Leifheit It is a German company with extensive experience in the manufacture of ironing products.
Vileda . Little remains of its origins as a leather manufacturer (its name comes from Wie Leder , which means "like leather"). Today the German company is a leader in household products, including cleaning supplies, vacuum cleaners and ironing boards. It is present in more than 50 countries around the world.
Brabantia It began in 1919 selling metal jars and milk cans. Currently, the Dutch company has products for the home and solar energy systems.
Gimi It is a company of Italian origin specializing in articles for laundry. In addition to clotheslines, it has ironing boards and covers for these. For this selection we have chosen a radiator model, but it also has very popular products, such as the Plast or Jolly models, an icon of the company.
Brabantia WallFix
- Easily folded outdoor clothesline: opens and closes with one hand
- Easy installation: includes fastening material, step-by-step instructions and drill template
- Completely foldable: the clothes rack is collected and perfectly protected inside its solid case
- 120 cm outer ropes for long pieces of clothing such as sheets and towels
- Long duration, thanks to its robust construction with corrosion resistant materials withstands bad weather conditions
This clothesline can be placed outside, either on the facade or on a terrace. It is quite large, but it opens and closes with one hand. When you do not use it, it is completely folded and re- echoed in a beautiful steel case .
In total, it offers 24 meters of rope to hang clothes. The exteriors are also long enough to hang sheets and towels (measure 120 cm). The arms also have hooks to place hangers. For their part, the ropes are resistant to UV rays, have a non-slip profile and are easy to replace.
Do not worry too much about its installation, because it includes solid fixing material and drilling template.
PROS:
- It fits the clothes of 2 washing machines.
- It opens and closes easily.
- Discreet once closed.
- Resistant.
- Good assembly instructions.
CONS:
- It is very large, so you have to measure the space well before buying it.
- Price.
Thermic Dynamics
- Superlight aluminum
- 3 levels / 30 bars of 50 cm approx. (10 in each level)
- Maximum temperature: 50-55 ºC approx
- 4 supports for drying footwear
- Power: 300 W / Voltage: 220-240 V / Frequency: 50 Hz
This 30-bar electric clothesline is a very good alternative to the dryer. As the bars heat up, clothes dry more quickly than on a conventional clothesline. In this way, it does not pick up the smell of moisture. If you want to speed up the drying, you just have to turn the garment over when it has dried on one side.
It is indicated for indoor use and you can use it without plugging it in. Open has a lot of capacity, but still does not take up too much space because the different levels go vertical. Once closed, it is very compact and occupies little space. Therefore, it is quite useful for homes where there is barely room to hang clothes.
More features: it is manufactured in a super lightweight luminance, has 3 levels with a total of 10 bars in each and carries 4 supports to dry footwear . The bars measure approximately 50 cm and have a power of 300W.
PROS:
- No need to use tweezers.
- It fits a lot of clothes.
- It occupies little space.
- Is light.
- Once folded, it is completely flat.
CONS:
- Price.
- The bars are somewhat together.
- Just dry quickly clothes that are in direct contact with the bars.
- Some users would like it to be higher.
Foppapedretti Gulliver
- Folding
- When it folds completely it is only 14 cm deep and it remains standing on it possesses
- With 4 4 wheels at the base, of which two are self-locking they make it easy to move
- It can be opened totally or partially to give up to 27 lineal meters of space to hang
- Includes six special clothes pegs
- White color
Another option is this folding clothesline with wings that offers a great capacity of laying. It incorporates 4 wheels with brake, ideal to move it from one place to another without having to pick up the clothes. It has 27 linear meters of surface to lay and 6 pegs of special clothes. As for its materials, the frame is made of solid wood , but the bars are made of aluminum and the wheels are made of plastic. Includes a small basket for tweezers.
PROS:
- It does not overturn when you put on heavy clothes.
- Good quality.
- Includes wheels with brake.
- Folding occupies very little space.
- Nice design
CONS:
- Price.
- The wheels are difficult to fit.
- The bars are not wide enough to hang large sheets or towels spread out.
Clothes rack Leifheit Pegasus 150
- Space saving and compact for smaller homes
- Designed with busy families in mind
- Up to 15 meters (48 feet)
- Includes special clips to hold the smallest clothes
If you have space problems at home, but you need a place to hang clothes, this folding clothesline with wings is a good solution. Open does not occupy too much space (55 cm), but instead has enough capacity. In its 15 meters of surface you can easily hang clothes from a washing machine.
In addition, it includes special clips to hold the smallest clothes without using clips, which frees up space for other clothes. Longer clothing can hang on the wings, which at the top are 1.05 cm . Once folded, it can be stored in a closet.
PROS:
- It is suitable for outdoor use.
- Is light.
- It occupies little space.
- Accessory for small garments.
- Solid rods and structure.
- It is quite stable.
CONS:
- It's something low.
- The legs must be adjusted well so that they do not fall or close.
Gimi Airy
Do not expect a large clothesline with a lot of capacity, but it will be good for hanging baby clothes, socks or underwear. Unlike other models in this price range, it has adjustable arms to adjust to the different widths of the radiators or supports where you want to place it (balcony, windows, doors, shower screen, etc.). To do this you just have to close both arms and slide it forward or back to open more or less. It is made of steel (rods and structure) and resin (arms), materials that make it very resistant. It has a total space of three meters.
PROS:
- It folds and is completely flat.
- Hold enough weight.
- Enough separation between ropes.
- Adjustable arms.
- Resistant.
- Lightweight (431 grams).
CONS:
- The clips to regulate the depth of the clothesline arms are a bit weak.
- The handles are folded if they do not fit well.
- It is not adjustable in width, so it can not be put on small radiators.