Outdoor washing lines and airers

An outdoor clothesline device is useful for drying clothes in the sun. There are models made of wood and metal, as well as foldable or retractable versions to meet all needs.

Wooden clothesline posts have certain features to be aware of:

- kits consisting of two T-posts to drive into the ground are the most common;

- some come with sharp metal supports to screw onto the posts to facilitate their implantation in the ground;

- they are made from different types of wood such as Scots pine;

- the wood is pressure-treated to withstand weather conditions;

- they come with their clothesline;

- they are suitable for large gardens.

Metal posts also have features to be aware of:

- kits consist of two steel posts reinforced with cross bracing;

- they must be cemented into concrete;

- they come with their clothesline;

- they are coated with anti-rust paint to withstand the elements.

Umbrella dryers are another option:

- they owe their name to their shape, reminiscent of an umbrella (without the fabric);

- they are implanted into the ground with a single leg;

- they can be folded up to not obstruct passage;

- they are suitable for small gardens and yards.

Some outdoor clotheslines are suitable for terraces and balconies.

- Drying towers feature multiple levels (or shelves). Some are adjustable to meet the needs of users. Others are foldable for easy storage after use. They can be made of galvanized steel or stainless steel.

- Extensible dryers fold like an accordion when not in use.

- Stand models are suitable for small spaces. Loads must be balanced to ensure perfect stability.

- Hanging dryers are perfect for both indoor and outdoor use. Thanks to a cable system, they can retract to the ceiling when not in use.

- The retractable clothesline follows the principle of clothesline posts, but without the supports. It winds around a reel fixed to the wall. Simply unroll the cord and secure it to a solid support (such as a wall) to hang clothes on it.

Different outdoor clothesline equipment is offered. The choice depends on the available space and the needs (types of clothes, frequency of use, etc.) of the users.