Types of clothes dryers on the balcony

Most residents of apartment buildings do not use laundry services, but dry clothes at home. It is not always convenient to use the yard for drying clothes, therefore, special constructions designed for hanging clothes are installed on the balcony.

At the location they are external and internal.

Outdoor clothes dryers

This type of dryer is simple in design. Two profiles are attached to the balcony railing, and ropes are pulled on the rollers. Most often, this design is used on unglazed balconies.

Users note the advantages of outdoor dryers:

• the balcony is not cluttered with dried linen, which is important for small balconies,

• the clothes are well dried and ventilated,

• The view from the apartment window does not close.

Outdoor dryers are not installed on balconies due to the following disadvantages:

• in rainy weather you can’t dry your clothes,

• heavy linen can hang down to the balcony of the neighbor, and also creates an unattractive view on the balcony,

• in windy weather street dust gets on your clothes and you need to use additional clothespins,

• can not be placed on balconies under which people walk or vehicles are standing.

There are difficulties with the installation of such a dryer on the French balcony. For these purposes, a retractable model mounted on a supporting wall is used.

Indoor clothes dryers

From what was said earlier, it is clear that outdoor dryers have significant drawbacks. For convenient hanging of linen and preserving the balcony, it is necessary to dry inside the balcony.

This method has advantages:

• you can hang out the laundry in any weather,

• You can not use clothespins,

• the laundry does not get dirty.

There are also disadvantages:

• the balcony space is cluttered with drying linen,

• water draining from the laundry creates dampness on the balcony.

Today there is a large selection of clothes dryers inside the balcony, but these are optimal options.

Wall model

A very common design that is mounted on the wall. It occurs in three forms.

• Stationary dryer - hooks are installed on opposite walls of the balcony, on which the ropes cling. The height of the hooks and the tension of the ropes are adjustable only during installation.

The dryer, located under the balcony ceiling, is compact and easy to install.

On such models not only washed clothes are hung, but also things for drying.

• Foldable dryer - Ropes for drying are wound on a drum. It is installed on the sturdy wall of the balcony, and on the opposite side a fixing device is attached, on which the rope from the drum is pulled.

After drying, the drum automatically pulls the ropes inward. The assembled design takes up almost no space.

The dryer has a limited load on the ropes, so you can not hang heavy things.

• Sliding dryer - mounted on one wall. Instead of ropes, crossbars made of wood, plastic or stainless steel are used. The design extends according to the principle of a telescope or accordion. The working surface varies depending on the number of extended sections. When assembled, they almost do not take up space.

Not all users are happy that you can put a little wash.

Floor model

The folding floor dryer design can be used on a medium-sized balcony. It does not require a special mount, as it is installed only if necessary.

During use, the dryer is located on the floor and limits the territory of the balcony. Very often, additional sections are fastened, which allow you to hang more laundry.

To facilitate rearrangement to another place, the wheels are intended.

When the laundry is dry, the dryer folds and hides in a closet.

Ceiling model

The design of this type of dryer is very similar to the wall model. Its benefits include:

• almost no balcony space,

• when folded, beautiful aesthetic appearance,

• large working area

• maintains underwear of the big weight.

According to the installation method, ceiling models are divided:

• removable dryer - installed only for the period of hanging clothes. It is important that installation does not take a lot of time, since after removal, there are fasteners on the ceiling,

• stationary dryer - constantly located on the ceiling.

The design of several parallel tubes up to two meters long, mounted on holders, is reliable.

The retractable ceiling version allows you to use the cord to adjust the height of the structure, which folds like an accordion. In this way, up to 30 kg of laundry can be dried.

A retractable dryer can be controlled remotely, but it is expensive.

The ceiling dryer has several tiers. In this case, the upper tier is fixedly attached to the ceiling, and the lower tier is removable.

It is convenient to dry things on the clothes hanger, which are located on two aluminum profiles mounted on the ceiling.

Model "Liana"

A very common multifunctional design that is suitable for any balcony. Its elements are fixed on the ceiling and on the wall.

The ceiling part consists of thin tubes mounted on cables.

The elevator mounted on the wall separately controls the height of each tube. This makes hanging clothes easier. After drying, the structure is pulled under the ceiling and fixed.

Users note the following advantages of dryers of this type:

• modern design. The design looks very neat and does not violate the interior of the balcony,

• there are no restrictions on the weight of linen,

• You can hang and take off linen in different batches,

• linen hung at different heights dries faster.

The big disadvantage of such a multi-level design is that it is a very complex installation. It consists of two stages:

1. The choice of place.

• The dryer, folded on the ceiling, should not interfere with the use of the windows of the glazed balcony.

• For fastening the dryer on the ceiling and the elevator on the wall, the strongest places are selected. In some cases, they are reinforced by embedded parts.

1. Mounting.

• Work is performed according to the instructions.

• The dryer is mounted on brackets that are screwed in.

• After installation, a test for strength and convenience is carried out. To do this, wet linen is hung.

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Electric model

As a rule, electric dryers are intended for glazed balconies.

Users note their merits:

• simple installation

• smooth adjustment of the heating level,

• automatic shutdown of heating by the timer,

• high-quality drying of linen: bacteria are destroyed.

There are also disadvantages:

• the additional load on the network increases the charge for electricity,

• the dryer is constantly energized.

Electric models come in several forms:

• wall-mounted version - construction up to one meter wide is designed for weight up to 20 kg. Most often, oil is used as a coolant,

• ceiling option - a design up to two meters wide allows you to hang up to 30 kg of laundry, which is dried by heated rods,

• floor option - folding, compact model of the dryer. Allows to dry a lot of linen at the same time.

High safety is provided: there will be no burn if touched.

Selection tips

In order for the clothes dryer to fully meet its purpose, it is selected according to the following indicators:

1. The dryer should be compact and not interfere with the use of the balcony. The dryer model is selected for its size.

If the sash of the balcony opens inward, then the distance to the ceiling of the open sash is determined. It must not touch the folded dryer.

To relax on the balcony, you must install a ceiling or outdoor model.

1. The dryer must accommodate the maximum amount of laundry. A large family needs a large dryer.

Floor and wall types are used to dry a small amount of laundry. Ceiling models and a Liana dryer simultaneously dry a lot of linen. As a rule, they are mounted on cables. It is better if the cable is metal: it does not stretch and is very durable. It can only be replaced with a nylon cable no thinner than 3 mm.

Stationary models are durable and convenient. They are recommended to be selected if, in addition to linen, you have to ventilate rugs and other things.

1. The material must be strong and durable. All fasteners must have anti-corrosion coating.

Dryers are usually produced from the following materials:

• steel is a strong and durable material. Painted steel tubes quickly peel off, while sprayed and stainless steel tubes do not rust and withstand heavy loads.

You have to pay more for quality

• aluminum is an inexpensive, lightweight and durable material. The tubes must be coated with paint or synthetic material. Untreated tubes quickly oxidize and stain clothes,

• plastic is a lightweight and harmless material. Users note that it often breaks, so it is suitable only for small wall-mounted models of dryers,

• wood is a durable and beautiful material. But he is afraid of high humidity, so with frequent drying the crossbars crack and have an unsightly appearance.

1. It is necessary to choose a model of a dryer of a famous manufacturer. Well-known brands are more expensive, but there will be no problems with operation. Well-known companies:

• Germany - Leifheit,

• Italy - Melicone, Gimi,

• Turkey - Dogrular,

• China - Delta, Natalie.

The prices of dryers from famous manufacturers are different.

For example, prices for Chinese models start at 500 rubles, for Gimi - from 700 rubles, for Leifheit - from 2000 rubles.

At well-known companies, the instruction is always translated into Russian and describes a step-by-step installation. But for low-cost models of little-known manufacturers attached instructions printed on a copier.

1. You can stay on the option when the balcony dryer is made on its own. It features easy installation.

For these purposes, two slats are fixed opposite each other, on which rings for ropes are installed.

The result is a simple and reliable design.

So, all existing models for drying clothes on the balcony are different from each other.

Their choice must be approached seriously. Only in this case will they retain their functions for a long time.

Varieties of dryers

For the balcony and loggia, all types of dryers for washing things are applicable, with the exception of outdoor stationary modifications:

external - linen does not obscure the window opening, but spoils the view of the building’s facade,

Brackets with several rows of rope for outdoor use internal - have much more design options.

Options for indoor clothes dryers.

The dimensions of the balcony in the apartments of different standard designs of houses are not the same. On some of them, several internal dryers can be installed. Absolutely for all loggias / balconies, the option of operating both the external and internal structures for drying clothes is applicable.

Most of the ceiling and wall, including sliding structures are incompatible with swing frames for glazing balconies and loggias. Hanging linen prevents the opening of the wings, it is worth paying attention to the choice.

The main advantages of internal dryers are:

• clothes pegs and other devices are not needed for fixing laundry with gusts of wind,
• operation in any weather conditions, precipitation does not fall on the glazed area,
• Convenient roller or folding system for lowering lines while hanging, lifting to dry.

Ceiling

The main types of ceiling structures for hanging wet things after a washing machine are:

“Liana” - manual rope hoisting mechanism, ceiling rails with rollers, 4-6 lines of tubular type made of polymer material or metal (aluminum, steel), load capacity 1.5 - 2.3 kg for each row from different manufacturers,

"Liana." “Accordion” - manual drive, scissor-type sliding sliding mechanism, 4 lines with a carrying capacity of 2 kg each,

Ceiling "accordion". electric "accordion" - controlled from the remote control, has a fan, sliding tubes, a UV emitter for disinfecting things, an electric lifting, lowering mechanism with protection from obstacles.

Electric "accordion". the frame structure is an analogue of Liana, but all the lines are fixed on a common frame, they rise, lower, simultaneously, and not separately,

Frame construction. dryer with hangers - ceiling mount rails on which the clothes hanger moves, not suitable for bedding,

Option with clothes hangers. "Chandelier" - a round rim with clothespins, used as an additional hanging structure for drying small items (gloves, socks, scarves, caps).

"Chandelier"

Frame structures are bulky, occupying more than 2/3 of the perimeter of the balcony. Or they are small in size so as not to interfere with the opening of the swinging windows of the loggia. In the latter case, the lines can be located both longitudinally relative to the long wall of the room, and transversely.

There are two-tier frame structures, the lower level of which is operated as usual, and on the upper shelf things from delicate fabrics are laid out.

Two-level design for drying ordinary and delicate fabrics.

Very rarely, articulated ceiling structures are found in stores.

The main difference between these modifications is fixation in the lower position without the aid of wall engagement of the cord, high load capacity and spatial strength.

For clothes made of delicate fabrics that are forbidden to be hung and must be dried when folded, the industry produces hanging mesh baskets.

Wall mounted

In the category of wall dryers, there is a conditional classification according to the signs:

• fastening - on one wall or between two opposite walls (the option is suitable exclusively for the loggia),
• the presence of transformation mechanisms - stationary, folding, sliding, folding,
• sizes - large-sized, medium-sized, small-format.

For loggias only, a string tension type of wall dryer is used.

The stretch dryer is brought into working position only while hanging the laundry, before that it has a compact appearance.

For most manufacturers, Liana is a universal type dryer. Both ceiling and wall brackets are included.

Wall "Liana".

The sliding model of the wall-mounted dryer for the loggia (pictured below) is almost invisible when folded.

Folding structures are very diverse, for example:

Leifheit Telegant 100 - side brackets can be folded to the side or folded to the wall, eight 0.9-meter strings are designed for a standard load of a washing machine of 4.5 kg,

Telegant 100 Teleclip of the same manufacturer - sliding accordion mechanism, length 0.6 m or 1 m, total line length 4.2 m or 7.4 m, respectively,

Teleclip Wallfix manufactured by Brabantia - folding umbrella mechanism, dimensions 14x15.5x108 cm and 105x180x182 cm in a burnt and unfolded state, respectively, carrying capacity 40 kg, string length 24 m,

Wallfix In folding versions of wall-mounted clothes dryers, the idea of ​​a bottom support moving along the guide profile is implemented.

Hinged frame with lower supports

Frame with upper locking rods.This design is easy to do with your own hands.

whatnots - several shelves from stretched cords, the frame is rigid, folding,

multilevel folding constructions from arches - a sliding scissor mechanism,

two-leaf construction

Combined dryers are additionally equipped with a shelf for clothes made of delicate fabrics, a rack for hangers.

Almost all floor, ceiling and wall models have wood copies.

When decorating the balcony / loggia with clapboard in the folded position, they are easily integrated into the interior.

Manufacturers take into account the high humidity of the environment in which to operate the products, and the direct contact of the elements of the dryer with wet linen. Therefore, special wood and coating are used, the service life of which is comparable with plastic and metal models.

Other types of dryers

Rarely found on sale, but if you wish, you can do the following options of linen balcony dryers with your own hands:

• a column with swivel consoles - a tubular stand is mounted in opposition between the floor slabs of the loggia, in the consoles 0.5 - 0.7 m long there are holes for hooks of hangers, in the inactive position they are turned away from the wall,
• a cabinet with pull-out frames on which the linen cord is pulled - an option for balconies on which furniture is necessary, but does not allow the installation of ceiling, wall structures.

On the loggia, you can use home-made stationary tensioning systems. To do this, it is enough to screw into the side walls or cladding that can withstand the weight of the linen, anchor hooks, pull on them any number of lines from the cord, cable in polymer insulation, as in the photo below.

A more complex version is called "Trapezoid", a frame with drying lines lowers to the side to hang things, rises to the ceiling of the balcony during operation.

On a non-glazed balcony, any dryer becomes outdoor, weather-dependent, that is, additional fixing of the laundry to the ropes is required, things can get wet under snow, rain.

Thus, the choice of a balcony clothes dryer depends on the presence of glazing, dimensions, furniture, the operating mode of the room, interior decoration options, family composition and owner preferences.

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Benefits of Balcony Dryers

If in the past the problem of drying laundry was fought by pulling cross ropes in rooms or in the kitchen, today it is not necessary to spoil the aesthetics of the interior and increase the humidity in the apartment. If you do not live on the ground floor, then drying clothes in the yard is not very convenient, the best way is to install a device on the balcony that allows you to organize the drying of washed laundry without problems.

Compared with the option of tensioned ropes, the convenient design of modern dryers have several advantages:

• compactness of wet items in a small area, the ability to store the device when folded,
• ease of use and simple independent installation of the device against the background of the mobility of a simple system,
• high strength of the material of manufacture, which is able to withstand a large load from wet fabrics,
• the ability to choose the affordable cost and design of a durable product, taking into account the parameters of a particular room,
• the presence of a mechanism for regulating the tension of the rods and the gap between them, as well as a stable design.

Important. Choosing a dryer mounted on top of a wall or ceiling will eliminate the risk of mold in a glazed balcony. Placing the clothesline of the device under the ceiling ensures quick drying of wet fabrics thanks to the rising warm air.

Which option to choose

Before choosing a specific variety, it is useful to familiarize yourself with general information about the types of underwear. Based on the location, the device comes in two types:

1. Outdoor dryers. A simple frame is fixed outside the balcony railing, and a clothesline is pulled between the two profiles on the rollers. The outdoor version is relevant for non-glazed rooms, so as not to clutter up a small space, but wet linen can get wet in the rain.
2. Internal devices The system allows you to realize drying in any weather, if you choose the best view from a wide range of drying structures. Hanging options allow you to save space, stationary dryers (folding or sliding) occupy almost the entire space of the balcony.

The multifunctional device can be mounted on a wall or ceiling, but modern housewives choose the ceiling model of the liana. Dryers can also be installed on the balcony floor or suspended, moved apart. Ease of use of drying systems and affordable cost provides the use of modern materials, individual copies can be folded for discreet storage.

Suspended structure

Among the devices of the suspended type for mounting on the balcony of the hostess, they often choose a liana sample dryer, convenient in operation. A cornice made of stainless steel or aluminum with straps fixed on it is attached to the ceiling plate. Using ropes with limiters, you can adjust the height of the metal frame with the straps fixed on it for hanging clothes that require drying. Installation of complex designs is best entrusted to specialists or choose a simpler model.

• Suspended specimens of small size (length 60-100 cm), equipped with a pair of large hooks, cling to the partition of the external fence from the outside or from the inside. But clean things can get dirty, and there will be problems with the storage of the mobile drying option, the design does not add up.
• The simplest plastic suspensions, having a rectangular or round shape, are equipped with many clothespins for hanging wet accessories. But to accommodate a small-sized model, the aesthetics of the balcony will have to be spoiled by stretched linen ropes for hanging.

When to choose an outdoor dryer

Some owners like to dry clothes in the fresh air, without taking up the already small space of the loggia. Such people can be offered a choice of one of the options how to solve the problem of drying wet clothes:

• pull the clothesline outside the balcony,

• to fix the large metal frame with roller mechanisms of rope movement outside.

The wooden type of construction is relevant for glazed loggias of a small area. A structure of two profiles with ropes stretched on rollers is best installed in the attic of a summer residence. Then the balcony space will not be cluttered with wet linen, but things will dry out well and ventilate, without creating an obstacle to the view of the garden. In urban environments, clean linen on the frame may suffer from street dust or weather quirks.

Folding design

If you are not constrained by the size of the loggia, it is easier to do without installation and installation, and buy a floor folding dryer with legs or wheels for drying things. Folding dryers in several tiers are made of stainless pipes of small diameter, equipped with various functional ones.

Convenience ceiling models

Expensive systems for hanging and drying the laundered laundry are equipped with electric heating, but such devices cannot be called compact. For those who seek to save balcony space, manufacturers of dryers from different countries offer a wide selection of ceiling structures that differ in price and design features. For the advanced consumer, two types of devices are most interesting.

Convenience of automated drying

Adherents of innovative technologies should pay attention to the ceiling type of modern devices with remote control. Functional dryers can withstand a powerful load over a wide temperature range. Designs can be installed in non-glazed rooms, used for lighting a room or storing things.

• Electric dryers can solve the problem of drying clothes on a small balcony. Ceiling models made of metal and plastic are equipped with an auto-lifting mechanism, an LED lamp, and have a programming function. Quietly working device is designed for small volumes of things, but at a high cost of the product.

• Among the new varieties of balcony dryers, it is worth paying attention to the laundry system, arranged according to the type of ceiling elevator. Installation of aluminum profiles is carried out along the ceiling, clothes are placed on hangers inserted into the holes of the slats. Thanks to the roller mechanism, the suspension with shoulders can be moved up and down using ropes.

Tip. If you decide to install an automated version of the device, take care of the electricity supply in advance. Also, do not abuse the unique ability of the dryer to withstand a large number of wet items. Hang no more than 2 kg of laundry on each bar.

Folding wall model

Among the most practical instances of the device with an inertial principle of action. In a compact case suspended on the wall, a drum with a spring and strings is hidden. Having stretched the ropes, they are fixed on hooks mounted on the wall opposite the dryer.

The wall-mounted clothes hangers of a retractable type can be multi-tier, which allows you to simultaneously dry up to 10 kg of wet linen on the balcony. Among the most popular options include the following models:

• Leifheit Rollquick - a German-made product with 5 ropes can withstand loads of up to 7 kg of laundry,
• Gimi Brio Super - for a sliding device made in Italy, the total load is 10 kg.

Hanging products

Most owners of urban apartments choose a hanging version of dryers mounted on the ceiling, having a high capacity and not cluttering the balcony. Rigidly fixed to the ceiling design is one of the most reliable devices. Two metal holder frames equipped with several fixed tubes are mounted on the ceiling. If the drying system is firmly fixed, it will withstand up to 50 kg of wet items in the absence of length restrictions, but things will have to be hung using a stool.

• A stationary ceiling dryer with tubes inserted in the grooves of the side metal strips, equipped with a traverse mechanism, is mounted on profiles screwed to the ceiling of the balcony. The folding mechanism of the apparatus for drying clothes allows you to raise and lower the frame loaded with things.

• A functional fixture consisting of a rigidly mounted crossbar system has many advantages. Each bar is equipped with its own height-adjustable suspension. Between each other, the tubes of the crossbars are connected by a block of fixing ropes, the control mechanism is located next to the wall.

• The Italian analogue of ceiling liana is the universal model Gimi Lift 180 for drying clothes made of steel. A light dryer weighing up to 4 kg is equipped with an easy-to-use mechanism, looks compact on a balcony, but has a price that is not acceptable for all consumers.

• A sliding version of the Chinese-made Alcona is chosen for small rooms. The backlit remote control unit of the automated device is mounted on the ceiling. The construction of 4 telescopic crossbars itself is lifted using the accordion mechanism.

Stationary fixed products

Such systems are chosen by the lucky owners of extensive leisure facilities. A simple frame of two metal battens is mounted on the wall, vertical battens are parallel to each other. Especially heavy clothes can be hung on metal rods inserted into the grooves of the vertical bars. If the fastening of the battens to the wall on the balcony is made especially durable, the owners get a number of advantages:

• compact device for drying clothes that does not interfere with movement,
• robust metal construction that can withstand heavy weight
• aesthetic device that does not lose its appearance in wet conditions.

For their convenience, the hostess has the opportunity to choose one of the options for stationary products, taking into account the size of a particular room. Depending on the material of manufacture and the method of mounting on the wall, you can choose the right price for the family budget.

Which material to prefer

For the manufacture of drying systems using different types of materials, any design can last a long time if made of high quality material. Poor-quality coating of cheap dryers will lead to deterioration of the linen surface under wet items hung on a balcony, especially not glazed.

Plastic

Lightweight ceiling products made of plastic look very attractive with new ones, but very quickly the beauty of the coating disappears due to the high humidity of things. The most unpleasant moment is that plastic components that are not intended for serious loads can break under the weight of wet clothes.

Aluminum

Aluminum structures for the balcony will please with a small weight, as well as strength, but the tubes of wall-mounted aluminum dryers are often bent.The oxidation ability of the uncoated metal layer will lead to unpleasant consequences - linen will be dirty if you do not paint folding parts before installation.

Plastic braided metal

The reliability of such products, allowing to simultaneously dry large volumes of linen, has been tested for years. In order not to get lost in a wide range of prices and choose a quality thing, it is important not to chase cheapness. Inexpensive Chinese models will not last as long as ceiling devices from a Turkish or German manufacturer.

Stainless steel

Many years of operating experience confirmed that the best option for the manufacture of dryer parts is stainless steel, which is not oxidizable. The cost of an inexpensive design will increase in the case of a combination of a steel frame with aluminum strings. A drying system with chrome elements will be much stronger and more attractive, which can not be said about its price.

Compactness

The dimensions of the structure where things will be dried should correspond to the parameters of the premises of its installation. To do this, first familiarize yourself with the dimensions of the selected option, then using a tape measure to evaluate the possibility of installing the dryer on the balcony, whether it is suitable in size.

Working surface

The maximum load level depends on its parameters. For a small family, frequent washing of large volumes is not characteristic, in this case, pay attention to the option of wall-mounted models. If a lot of people live in the apartment, you will need to dry a lot of bed linen, clothes from different fabrics. The best choice for a balcony room will be a liana type dryer.

How to make a drying device with your own hands

If it was not possible to choose a model suitable for price and size, it is not difficult for a home craftsman to make and install a dryer on a loggia with his own hands. It is the best choice not to hang ropes on the balcony, which impede the free contemplation of the surroundings.

What needs to be prepared for work:

• round slats of wood with a diameter of not more than 30 mm for the arrangement of crossbars - 5 pieces,
• bars for holders of cross bars, bar size 50x50 mm with a length of 65 cm - 2 pieces,
• a pen-type drill for drilling holes,
• self-tapping screws with a ring (2 pcs.) and small bars of 5-7 cm long (2 pcs.).

When carrying out work on the manufacture of a ceiling dryer, you can not do without dowels and a strong clothesline, it can be replaced with ropes or cords. For installation work on the balcony you will need the help of a puncher and grinder with a nozzle for grinding.

Device manufacturing and installation plan

1. Along the length of each bar, mark and drill 5 holes of the same diameter so that the slats enter there. Keep a distance of 10 cm between the holes, remembering to indent from the edge of each bar-beam no less than 5 cm.
2. Grind workpieces with holes, make sure that no chips or dust remain in the holes. Clean the clean bars with varnish intended for wood processing, dry the workpieces. Repeat the surface treatment for short sections of bars.
3. Mark the places for mounting fasteners on the ceiling of the balcony, the distance between them should correspond to the length of the rails intended for drying clothes. Using a puncher, make holes and install the dowels; for fastening short blocks, use self-tapping screws.
4. Drive each of the five round rails with one and then the other end into the holes on the blanks of two short bars. You should get a design similar to the frame. If the slats do not fit tightly into the holes, treat their ends with glue, otherwise the frame with slats will fall apart over time.
5. Cut two ropes of the same length and tie the traverse together with the extreme rails, doing this on each side. Tie the pieces of cords together in a knot, on both sides you should get one isosceles triangle. Through each of them, stretch a long rope, tying it with a knot for fixing. Then pass the end of the rope through the ring mounted in the ceiling.

Having decorated the balcony with a hanging dryer, fasten the end of a long rope to the wall located nearby. To do this, you need a pre-prepared fixing bracket. The process of hanging clothes begins with lowering the ceiling structure, then the clothes-laden system with the crossbeams is lifted to the ceiling using the traverse mechanism of the rope suspensions. To facilitate manual labor, the dryer can be equipped with a manual gearbox, automating the drying process.

Gimi Ceiling Lift 220

Simple and reliable linen dryer for ceiling installation

The main elements of the Italian brand dryer, including fasteners and combs for fixing the tubes in the upper position, are made of anodized metal. This makes the design sturdy and reliable.

End caps, rings at the ends of ropes, tips and rollers are made of modern ABS plastic. They are characterized by high strength, do not crack and do not break even after a long time.

• White colour
• number of rods - 6
• coating - polymer powder
• weight - 5.1 kg
• working length - 13.2 m
• features - metal tubes

The dryer is suitable for installation on a balcony or a spacious loggia. It makes it possible to dry laundry at any time convenient for the owners. Clothespins are not required. It is enough to carefully throw well-wrung things through metal tubes.

• Easy installation
• Large working area
• Durable mounts
• The rods do not bend during operation
• The coating is not abrasion and does not cling

• Ropes inside metal rods quickly fray
• When fully loaded, moves away from the ceiling

Vileda ceiling Highline 160

Lightweight and compact clothes dryer for a small family

The product of the Chinese company looks neat and easy to install. It does not rust and is suitable for use in conditions of high humidity and sudden temperature changes.

• White colour
• number of rods - 6
• powder coating
• weight - 3.4 kg
• working length - 9.5 m
• features - rods made of plastic with textile strings inside, raising / lowering guides

This model is worth choosing for those who do not plan to wash too much and are going to mount the dryer on weak supporting structures.

• Compactness
• Light weight
• Convenience of hanging
• Wide tubing minimizing creases on laundry and clothing
• Corrosion resistance

• Plastic tubes bend under heavy weight

Frau Hellen Ceiling Level 120

One of the best budget dryers

The model is completely made of metal. Powder-coated steel bars quietly tolerate constant contact with wet laundry. Do not rust throughout the entire operational period and do not stain washed items.

• White colour
• number of rods - 6
• coating - polymer
• weight - 2.9 kg
• working length - 7.2 m
• features - a manipulator tube in a set

This dryer is manufactured at a Russian factory. It is worth choosing for those who do not plan to spend a lot of money on buying, but want to buy a reliable, strong and operationally stable product.

• Durable metal bars
• Rust resistant
• Optimal cost

• Over time, the ropes stretch

Artex ceiling sliding All Stain 1000

All-metal model for drying large volumes of linen, furniture covers, sheets and rugs

The dryer is made of AISI 201 stainless steel. It lowers by 100 cm from the ceiling and rises up to 30 cm to it. All load-bearing elements are absolutely reliable. The drying zone is spacious and makes it possible to hang several overall things at the same time.

• color - chrome
• number of rods - 4
• coating - polymer
• weight - 5 kg
• working length - 7.6 m
• features - height adjustment

The Korean brand dryer is ideal for those who regularly wash / dry voluminous garments, duvet covers, bathrobes and towels.

The accordion mechanism allows you to quickly / easily lower / raise hung clothes. The main thing is to securely attach the product to the ceiling during installation so that it does not fall when fully loaded.

• Increased durability
• Spaciousness
• Reliability
• Structural rigidity

• High price
• Special Installation Requirements

Liana wall and ceiling metal 1.6 m

Cheap model for drying a small amount of laundry

Universal clothes dryer is attached to the wall and ceiling. Not afraid of moisture, humidity and temperature changes. It does not need complicated care. It is washed with a soft sponge and gentle household cleaning products.

• color - metal
• number of rods - 5
• powder coating
• weight - 2.5 kg
• working length - 8 m
• features - two drying zones, height adjustment

If drying requires only underwear, kitchen towels and small items of clothing, a simple model will suffice. The cost of the product is very low. The purchase will not hit the family budget.

• Affordable price
• Ability to raise / lower the rails to the desired height

• Fragile design
• Weak fasteners
• The tubes bend easily
• Plastic plugs crack over time

Violet ceiling - wall 6 m Level 100

A miniature and inexpensive dryer for serving 1 person or a couple

Compact model made of anodized metal. Lightweight and suitable for installation on weak load-bearing walls. It is easily fixed, does not sag during operation. It does not bend, provided that the owners do not exceed the maximum allowable load indicator.

• White colour
• number of rods - 6
• coating - PVC
• weight - 2.67 kg
• working length - 6 m
• features - one drying zone

A Violet dryer is a good option for a small city balcony. The modest dimensions allow you to place the product in a limited space.

• Reasonable cost
• Metal key elements
• PVC coating to protect against rust, moisture, damage

• Low capacity
• Short working length

Liana wall and ceiling metal 2.3 m

Lightweight model with wall and ceiling mount options

A compact product for drying clothes takes up a minimum of space. Metal rods do not bend over time. PVC coating lasts a long time and does not cover from constant contact with wet things.

During installation, it is recommended to use self-tapping screws. A dryer fixed with nails can become loose over time.

• White colour
• number of rods - 5
• powder coating
• weight - 1.69 kg
• working length - 11.5 m
• features - easily replaceable plastic caps at the edges of the rods

This dryer is worth paying attention to those who wash a little and do not want to spend extra money to buy a dryer.

• Elementary installation
• Simple operation
• Compactness
• Light weight

• Flimsy design
• Ropes quickly fall out of rods

Gimi wall mounted Brio Super 60

Small but sturdy dryer without ropes

The completely metal clothes dryer is simply attached to the wall, does not creak and does not jam during folding / folding. Wide bars do not leave hard creases on the laundry. If you need to dry 1-2 things, it is not necessary to lay out the model completely. You can extend one section and hang laundry, socks or towels on it.

• White colour
• number of rods - 5
• coating - PVC
• weight - 1.1 kg
• working length - 3 m
• features - no

Gimi's Brio Super 60 is designed to dry small items, underwear and small towels. You can place the model on a minimum area.

• Quality sliding mechanism
• Robust construction
• Not visible when folded

• Small work surface
• It is inconvenient to dry bedding and overall things

Leifheit wall mounted Rollfix 2000

Lightweight design with sturdy clothesline for drying clothes on the balcony

The body of the product is made of modern ABS plastic, not prone to cracking, yellowing and tarnishing. The dryer is easily mounted on the wall with special fasteners.

• White colour
• number of ropes - 5
• coverage - no
• weight - 0.82 kg
• working length - 21 m
• features - automatic rope winding

In the dryer, the ropes are made of waterproof fiber. This allows you to use the model on balconies without glazing or open loggias.

• Locking position at any length
• The pulling mechanism for keeping the ropes in tension
• Easy wall mount for any type of wall

• Short fixing dowels
• High price

Timo wall exhaust 150075/00

The smallest chromed clothes dryer for a stylish interior

The model of the Finnish brand is made of high strength brass. Corrosion-resistant coating protects the product from moisture and mechanical damage.

• color - metallic
• number of rods - 1
• coating - chrome plated
• weight - 0.4 kg
• working length - 3 m
• features - official five-year manufacturer’s warranty

On the wall, the model looks neat and does not catch the eye. When you need to dry the laundry, just pull out the cord and fix it on the opposite wall. The rest of the time the dryer remains folded and does not violate the harmony of the interior solution.

• Original design
• Stylish look
• Long lasting brand warranty

• Minimum working area
• One cord for hanging clothes
• High price

Gimi Wall Mount Telepack

Foldable telescopic dryer with plastic casing and metal bars

The model is made of durable plastic, not prone to cracking, suitable for installation on small balconies. The telescopic system allows you to put forward not all sections at once, but only as much as you need at the moment.

There is PVC spraying on the rods. It protects the metal from aggressive external influences.

• White colour
• number of rods - 5
• powder coating
• weight - 1.72 kg
• working length - 7 m
• features - six-month manufacturer's warranty

The product easily extends / moves, maintains operational loads and reliably serves for many years. For regular drying a small amount of linen is very good.

• Sturdy construction
• Plastic does not turn yellow
• The rods do not bend
• Safety (no sharp edges)

• The small distance between the rods

Nika floor 10 m

Reliable floor dryer for little money

The metal model with anti-corrosion coating is resistant. The bars for hanging clothes are welded to a rigid frame. When things have dried, the dryer can be collected and hidden in the pantry.

• color: Silver
• number of rods - 8
• coating - PVC
• weight - 2.1 kg
• working length - 10 m
• features - plastic tips on legs

The floor dryer is convenient for those who do not want or are not able to place ceiling or wall models on the balcony.

• Ease of use
• No installation required (floor mounting only)
• Stable position on all types of surfaces

• A single bar arrangement slows down drying
• The dryer may fall if touched

Nika floor 15m

Budget floor dryer for small items

The model of the Russian brand is made of metal. At the base of the racks and at the edges there are special plastic mounts. They provide structural stability, protect the floor from scratches and prevent slipping.

• color: Silver
• number of levels / drying zones - 3/3
• coating - glossy with anti-corrosion protection
• weight - 3.1 kg
• drying belt length - 15 m
• features - folds up, and not according to the type of ironing board, there is a position regulator

Great for drying underwear and other small things on small city balconies.After use, the model can be disassembled and taken to the pantry.

• Takes up little space
• Does not rust during operation
• Looks original

• Hard to fold
• Not stable enough - easy to touch and flip
• Not suitable for bulky items

Gimi Floor Extension

Practical clothes dryer with wheels and holders for small items

Stable product with telescopic sliding system, thick steel tubes and plastic lugs. It is equipped with convenient wheels for movement and holders for handkerchiefs, small towels and other small things.

• White colour
• number of crossbeams - 8
• coating - polymer powder composition
• weight - 5.9 kg
• working length - 20 m
• features - wheels for movement, plastic caps at the edges

A good model for a neat housewife who loves order. It is convenient to place the washed clothes on the extreme rungs, in the center - bedding. For small things there are separate holders. Practical wheels allow you to quickly move the dryer to any other place.

• Robust construction
• Thick bars do not sag under load
• Sufficient height to hang a blouse on a hanger
• The ability to remove one of the central crossbars

• High price

Vileda floor Mixer 4

An advanced model with the ability to dry clothes not only on the crossbars, but also on the shoulders

The product is made of steel and coated with powder polymer. On racks there are plastic fastenings protecting floors from damage. The presence of wheels makes it possible to easily move the dryer even when fully loaded.

• color: Silver
• number of levels / drying zones - 4/4
• coating - anti-corrosion
• weight - 4.4 kg
• working length - 40 m
• features - bracket for coat hanger, wheels for easy movement, holders for small items

The model is very convenient for drying suits, jackets, trousers, long and short skirts, dresses, shirts and body shirts. All these garments can be dried on hangers-hanger. If you need to dry the overall thing, you can remove all the inner shelves and leave only the topmost.

• Spaciousness
• The ability to lay out only half of the dryer
• Additional holders and brackets
• Attractive appearance
• Protection against accidental closing

• High price
• Problem drying bedding

What to look for when choosing a dryer?

In order to improve living conditions, people, in addition to the living space, pay a lot of attention to the balcony / loggia: they insulate the walls, equip the heated floor on the balcony, mount dryers and additional sections for storing various things.

A dryer installed on the balcony allows you to free up useful meters in the living rooms. For small balconies, where every centimeter of usable area counts, ceiling and wall-ceiling ceiling dryers are best suited. They occupy a minimum of space and provide quick drying.

The position of the crossbars can be adjusted according to the type and size of the washed items. The lifting mechanism allows you to easily raise the hung clothes under the ceiling, so that it does not interfere with being on the balcony.

A metal casing is considered more durable and durable. But steel and aluminum models are somewhat more expensive. Plastic counterparts are cheaper and weigh less. They are conveniently mounted on thin walls or partitions.

Dryers with iron bars are more practical and reliable. Metal under the weight of wet laundry does not bend. The rope stretches over time and begins to sag. If you dry only underwear, small towels, T-shirts and T-shirts on it, sagging will not be critical. But under heavier things, it will immediately become noticeable.

Floor dryers, similar in design to an ironing board, are usually equipped with special holders for small items.

On vertically oriented models, it is possible to dry things on hangers-hanger. This avoids unnecessary bruising, wrinkling and deformation of clothing. But outdoor products require a lot of free space. It is best to place them on spacious loggias and verandas.

Installation Recommendations

The installation process should be guided by the manufacturer's instructions. They are described in the technical documentation attached to the dryer.

Attachments are always equipped with fasteners of the optimal size. But the home master can replace them with more durable and better suited to the type of surface on which the dryer is mounted.

In addition to a dryer, you can also install air conditioning on the balcony. Such a solution will increase the comfort of living, and the installation cost will be niche - even for installation on the 5th floor you will not need to call climbers.

Conclusions and useful video on the topic

A brief overview of the ceiling clothes dryer - how to use and how convenient it is:

How to install a clothes dryer and not make mistakes. Detailed step-by-step instructions from the home master:

How to change the cord on a ceiling dryer with your own hands:

The clothes dryer is convenient and useful. Having such a device at hand, you will forever forget about the problem of drying the washed things. The main thing is to choose the right model, correctly fix it and not exceed the load declared by the manufacturer as maximum. In such conditions, even an inexpensive product will serve reliably for many years.

What kind of dryer do you use and are you satisfied with your choice? Tell us about the advantages of your option, add original photos - the discussion form is located below this article.

Installation method

According to the installation method, the clothes dryer on the balcony can be:

The most different in type, fastening, volume and execution

From the names, the installation features of each model are clear. Only clarifications regarding the hanging clothes dryers may be required. They are usually small in size - 60-100 cm long, with 3-6 ropes / crossbars (pictured).

Hanging clothes dryer on the balcony

Equipped with two or three large diameter hooks that allow you to cling the structure to horizontal partitions, for example, to a balcony fence. They can be located indoors or outdoors, so the option is mobile and convenient. But just for storage you need to find a place or make loops on the wall for which you can hook the hinged clothes dryer.

Floor installation

This group does not require installation at all, but floor-mounted clothes dryers are usually foldable to save space. Mostly they are made of thin metal pipes coated with powder paint. More expensive models can be made of stainless steel, and there are also wooden ones. The latter, for the most part, homemade. In any case, in our stores, wood is rare.

Different models and materials

In any more or less large store, there are models with folding legs and reclining sides. Moreover, there are both simple models and electrically heated. In this case, a low-power heating element is integrated inside the tubes on which the clothes are hung. If the heater touches the tube during operation, it will be pleasantly warm to the touch, but not hot, so that there will be no harm even to the most delicate fabrics.

Electrically heated

Models of clothes dryers with heating, can have heaters only in one of the parts (as in the photo above) or over the entire working surface. In the second case, the energy consumption is greater, but not by much, since the surface heats only slightly.

There are a lot of folding floor dryers. After all, linen was always dried since a person had clothes. Here are the masters and try to come up with something interesting, roomy and, at the same time, compact.

There are floor designs for every taste and color

Selection options

The clothes dryer on the balcony is selected not only by design, but also by parameters:

• the number of rods and their length,
• core material
• bracket material.

A very good combined option: the bearing parts of the structure are powder-coated steel, and the jumpers on which the clothes are hung are made of plastic. This type of dryer can be called the best combination of price / quality. Modern plastics are a sufficiently durable material that can withstand the load of linen, it is not very expensive and does not change its performance characteristics for a long time. But in the supporting structures, especially in the joints of the legs of folding floor models, the presence of plastic is undesirable. There is still too much load for plastic.

In places marked with arrows, the presence of plastic is not the best option

The set of characteristics will determine how convenient or not to use a particular model. For example, for drying bed linen, rods with a length of at least 2 meters are optimal. In this case, any part of the double set can be hung without folding.

Outdoor clothes dryer for a balcony or loggia

The amount of laundry that can be hung at a time is determined by the total length of the rods. It is usually in the description, but if not, then the number of rods can be multiplied by the length. So we get the same characteristic. Here, of course, the larger the number, the more linen you can hang. But, on the other hand, the greater the space on the balcony or loggia will need to be reserved for the dryer.

Photos of interesting ideas

A tumble dryer can also be original and interesting. There are models that are convenient and compact, there are those that surprise with the presence of technical "bells and whistles". In general, interesting models are presented below.

The idea of ​​attaching ropes for self-installation of clothes dryers on the balcony

Folding brackets may be different

Another compact option

One of the models of ceiling mounting

Conveniently and safely dry "serious" things

Furniture models

This is a Gimi Spider model - really reminiscent of a huge spider in a web

The easiest option for a home-made clothes dryer on the loggia