Wall-mounted clothes dryer on the balcony

After washing in the machine, the laundry becomes almost dry. Ropes hanging in the bathroom, on balconies, loggias and even in the kitchen are a thing of the past. Now you can limit yourself to one dryer on the balcony. There are many types of clothes drying equipment that do not take up much space and do not spoil the interior. One of these is the wall dryer.

The wall dryer is a versatile device for drying clothes indoors. Manufacturers offer many models that differ in appearance and mounting method. Any family can choose the necessary equipment based on the characteristics of the interior and the amount of clothing that is usually dried at home.

First of all, the wall dryer has the advantage of saving space. Folding models completely free up space from household items.

Wall mounted clothes dryers come in various variations. You can choose the right model depending on the characteristics of the room.

If the house has a balcony or loggia, in which space is allocated specifically for hanging clothes, then a stationary dryer is perfect. In fact, these are the same ropes that used to be pulled along the room. Only the modern design looks much neater.

Advantages:

• easy to install;
• does not violate the style of the interior;
• linen does not interfere in the house;
• dries quickly if the weather is good.

Disadvantages:

• clean clothes on the street get dirty;
• you cannot use it in rainy weather;
• dries slowly in the cold season;
• spoils the outside of the house from the street side.

Some wall dryers are equipped with rollers at the edges. This is true for large loggias, where it is impossible to use the entire length of the device. Thanks to the rollers, you can simply pull on the top or bottom of the rope and easily reach the item that is difficult to reach.

A retractable balcony laundry dryer is a series of metal tubes connected by a mechanism that resembles an accordion. If necessary, it moves forward. They are installed in any convenient place: outside, on the balcony or in the bathroom.

The main advantage of such a device is its compactness.

Their design consists of two parts:

• Stationary. It is firmly attached to the wall. It has a drum on which the ropes are wound.
• Movable. Attaches to the ends of the rope, stretches and attaches to the opposite wall. After the garment is dry, it can be removed and the ropes will rewind around the drum.

You can make a foldable dryer yourself or purchase it from a store. The advantage of purchased models is that they are equipped with automatic rope winding. This model is chosen because it:

• when folded does not take up much space;
• has a simple design;
• great for rooms where every centimeter of space is valued;
• inexpensive.

However, sliding dryers have several disadvantages:

• withstand no more than seven kilograms;
• the ropes will soon sag;
• the main parts are made of short-lived plastic.

This device is worth more than its plastic counterparts. Its main disadvantage is that the dryer takes up a lot of space in the unfolded position. Therefore, it is more convenient to use it in private homes, where you can attach the Wallfix to the wall in the backyard.

Another type of wall dryers is folding. It consists of a stationary large rectangular base and a movable part in the form of a frame with slats. When not in use, they are connected, and if necessary, the frame tilts at an angle of 45 or 90 degrees, and clothes can be hung on the slats.

This model can be simultaneously attributed to both wall and ceiling dryers due to the fact that it requires two planes for mounting. It consists of horizontal metal tubes, the height of which is adjusted using a special mechanism. This dryer is quite sturdy and can withstand a weight of up to 20 kg.

Before hanging the laundry, the metal pipes are lowered to the required height, and when they are unnecessary, they are returned to the ceiling. The dryer takes up little space in any position, making it suitable for small spaces.

In bathrooms, they often began to install dryers with a heating element - heated towel rails in the form of a ladder. It can also be used to dry small quantities of items. Electric dryers in apartments are especially helpful in winter. They create a comfortable temperature in the bathroom and rid the room of excess moisture.

The most popular material for dryers is plastic. It has a wide range of advantages:

• does not corrode and does not lose its original appearance;
• inexpensive;
• does not require any special care;
• does not leave stains on clean clothes;
• plastic slats do not break the linen;
• the situation is excluded when clothes cling to the protruding structures of the dryer and tear.

Aluminum dryers are lightweight and inexpensive. Perhaps this is where their advantages end. Aluminum parts oxidize quickly when exposed to moisture - not the best material property for a dryer. They are short-lived and over time they start to spoil the laundry.

Steel structures are better than aluminum ones, but they oxidize in the same way over time. Various coatings can only extend the service life for a short time. If you purchase a metal fixture, it is better to opt for stainless steel. At a cost, it will be an order of magnitude more expensive, but it will last for many years.

Before fixing the device, you need to think over a place for it. A free approach to the linen must be ensured.

It is important to install the wall dryer correctly. It must be attached to the load-bearing wall, because the structure will have to withstand several kilograms of wet linen. It should not destroy plaster or any other finish.

In order not to be disappointed with the purchase, it is better to pay attention to several recommendations.

• The tumble dryer should not take up much space. Before going to the store, you need to take measurements and pre-outline the installation site.
• If the balcony is a place for a family vacation, then it is better to give preference to folding mechanisms.
• You should pay attention not only to the cost, but also to the material of the product. Stainless steel will be significantly more expensive than aluminum, but in this case it is better not to save money.
• The distance between the rods is very important for the dryer. It should not be narrow, otherwise the laundry will dry for a long time and stains may remain on it.
• Wall-mounted folding dryers are not designed for a large amount of items and bedding. In this regard, they are significantly inferior to traditional ropes.

Making a dryer with your own hands is a snap. Especially if you do not need to mount it in hard rocks.

1. Prepare two pieces of wood or other pieces that can be used as anchorage.
2. Drill several screw holes symmetrically.
3. Drill three holes in the wall, then hang the fixings using the wall plugs.
4. It remains to stretch the clothesline and fix it on the self-tapping screws.

How to make a wall-mounted clothes dryer with your own hands, see the next video.

For some, a clothes dryer is just a household appliance without frills, but for someone it is important to preserve the style of the interior and choose a design that will look harmonious in the room. There are many original models of wall dryers.

A very beautiful type of wall-mounted sliding dryer is a wooden structure, which, in addition to a movable part, has a shelf and hooks.

It should be noted that wood looks more aesthetically pleasing and not only does not spoil the interior, but also perfectly complements it. Some models can even be used in other rooms, for example, in walk-through rooms or in the hallway.

If the dryer is assigned not only a functional, but also a decorative role, then a folding dryer would be the best option. It will perfectly fit into the interior, where the main part of the structure will look like a panel.