Brabantia Retractable Indoor Washing Line - White

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This clever wall mounted washing line is a lifesaver for anyone with limited space, but it does take a bit of putting together. Seeing as it’s wall mounted, you’ll need to have a drill and a few accessories on hand to get the job done. Choose a place that is obstacle-free and somewhere out of reach of the children. Make sure it isn’t too high or too low. If it’s too high, you will struggle to extend it and hang out the washing. If it is too low, it will sag, and your washing will end up on the garden floor. Also, you have to consider where the loose end of the line will go. You need to choose a location that is within reach. At the open end, you will need to fit a hook for the line to attach to, and that’s it. Job done!

As a cheaper option, it doesn’t have the same quality as the Brabantia wall mounted line, but then again it doesn’t have the high price tag either. Its a matter of personal preference whether you choose a single or double lined washing line, but the available space you have for hanging washing will likely force your hand. Double-lined just means you have two lines that come out of one body which means you have double the hanging capacity. They are a fantastic invention, but they do come at a higher cost, so it’s worth considering how many lines you need before you buy one. Line construction

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Thanks to its aluminium frame, this line is very lightweight; at just 1.9 kg, it’s easy to hold and support during installation. Although aluminium has the advantage of not rusting, it doesn’t have the strength of steel; therefore, you do need to take care not to overload this line. Given that this is such a compact line, with quite a large weight capacity, it does still offer good value for money, you just need to take care of it so that it will last. Nevertheless, it’s still inexpensive when compared to the premium Brabantia line. Often people overload it which stretches the lines, leaving some longer than the others. That affects the operation of the washing line. However, you should be fine if you follow the instructions correctly.

Wall mounted washing lines are unlikely to have as much drying space as rotary lines, and are therefore better suited to smaller families. A relatively new concept and method for drying wet washing undercover, the retractable indoor clothesline now comes in a range of shapes and sizes. Of course, you can use an external retractable washing line internally, but typically these models are not great looking and provide a much longer line capacity than required. Whilst an advantage of aluminium is that it can be left outside without rusting, a downside is that it’s not as strong as steel. Like the Minky, the washing line is kept taut by wrapping it around the anchor point on the base of the unit, but also like the Minky, when fully extended (over 12m), the line can slip causing the washing to sag in the middle. So, is this wall mounted washing line more practical than a standard washing line or rotary line? I suppose some of it depends on how much space you’ve got at home. I like this design because it folds away once you’re done with drying your clothes. You could have a tiny courtyard garden and still get the benefits of drying your clothes outdoors.Retractable washing lines from Brabantia are usually sleek and well designed and this one is no exception. Its a wall-mounted retractable washing line that works great anywhere. The first thing you’ll notice is how easy it is to open and close; you can do it with one hand. For all intense purposes, it is a rotary washing line minus the pole and mounted on a wall. It is one of the better-looking washing lines on the market. Something that has always annoyed me about rotary washing lines is how much space they take up when they’re not in use. They don’t look great either. What Brabantia have come up with is a way to store a rotary line in a small space that looks good too.

Harry has real-world tested 46 products for DIY Garden, and is one of our more experienced testers. This washing line is relatively simple to assemble and install. It comes with four screws, as well as the plugs required to secure it to the wall; nevertheless, some customers have reported that they preferred to use their own screws – the ones supplied with the line are a little short.If you don’t want to take up room outside with a large washing line, but want a solution that is easier than using a collapsible airer, a wall mounted washing line can provide a simple solution. If you are careful with this line, it should last a long time. Don’t be tempted to overload it or you will ruin the line. Apart from that, it is a solid little retractable washing line, and we like it.

Some customers report that the lines can stretch under the weight of a full load of washing. Available from: Ease of Use: I studied how well each product held the laundry and whether or not you had to be careful to space the washing out evenly so it would not bend under the weight. I looked at how well it held large items like sheets and heavy items like jeans or towels. I also looked at how easy it was to open and close the washing line when not in use. Finally, I considered how it would stand up to use in winds – if you had to be careful not to use it on a windy day, it got a lower rating. However, due to their collapsible nature, foldable lines are often made from lightweight aluminium. This is because lighter materials put less strain on the overall frame. Aluminium is rust-resistant, which is good news for lines that are kept outside, but it can still corrode and isn’t as strong as steel. This retractable clothes line is sturdy once installed. It has recessed side handles to extend it easily and it stores flush with the wall when its in the collapsed position.SAVE ENERGY AND MONEY - Use this outdoor retractable wash line to naturally dry your clothes, saving energy and money rather than using a power consuming tumble dryer. Natural outdoor drying prevents shrinkage and damage to clothes. Enjoy the smell and freshness of sun-dried clothes