Wall-mounted laundry dryers: an overview of modern models

The problem of drying clothes is always very acute, especially for residents of multi-storey buildings or those people who are cramped in space and do not have a balcony or loggia. The way out of a difficult situation were clothes dryers. They come in different designs and sizes, divided by type.

To make the right choice when buying a clothes dryer, you first need to decide on its modification and know the place of attachment of the structure, since there must be a free trip to it. Demanded are wall-mounted clothes dryers.These folding devices are comfortable, functional and do not occupy large space, which is important in conditions when there is no balcony, and the bath is small.

The wall construction for drying clothes is a sliding system that is attached with screws or nails.

Wall-mounted dryers have their own characteristics and advantages.

• Compactness. The small size of the device fits easily into any room, even the smallest.
• Functionality. Wall structures have a huge range, products are folded, hidden, lowered.
• High degree of strength.
• Immobility, due to which the laundry does not fall from the dryer, as, for example, in the floor variants.

• Moisture resistance. Plastic and steel structures are not afraid of rain and snow.
• Ease of installation. You can install the product yourself; it’s enough to have a minimum set of tools on hand and half an hour of free time.
• Simplicity of application, the wall dryer does not demand special leaving.
• The long operational period at use to destination.

• Practical and reliable.
• Resistance to temperature extremes.
• Appearance that allows you to look good in any interior bath, balcony, loggia.
• Affordable price segment.

To date, there are many variations of wall dryers. Someone suitable sliding design, and someone prefers a folding device.

Manufacturers offer customers the following types of wall variations:

• sliding;
• folding;
• folding;

• electrical;
• rope;
• "harmonic".

Sliding wall dryers - the perfect balance between cost and functionality. Such a model can move and move apart. In the shifted position, the dryer can act as a towel holder. The design provides a large number of tension strings.Fastened to the wall at any height using a special panel.

Sliding wall dryers are of two types:

• inertial, withstand a load of 5-6 kg;
• cantilever, withstand a load of 8-10 kg.

Foldable dryer is a structure consisting of two small panels and ropes. Most often, the panels are made of plastic. The dryer is fastened under the ceiling - one panel opposite the other, and they are connected by strung ropes. If necessary, one panel is transferred to the other, thus assembling the structure, and the ropes are automatically hidden inside the panel.

Such structures can develop both in length and in width. The model can have up to six ropes. Such products belong to the cheap price segment, they are easy to operate, but the maximum load they can withstand is 7 kg. Bed linen on such ropes will not be able to dry.

Folding dryer is ideal for small baths and balconiesbecause it does not take up much space.When the structure is not used, it simply rises up, tight to the wall. Such devices are affordable. They can be plastic, metal, wooden, in different color variations, often play a decorative role.

Electric dryers are a modern approach to drying clothes. They are installed in the bathroom. Such devices are functional because, in addition to drying, they are also used as a towel holder and a device for heating. The device operates from the mains, so the room must be equipped with a socket and good ventilation so that there is no excess humidity in the air.

In addition, there are many other types of wall-mounted dryers, for example, a device with a multi-level suspension or a rope model, which can be folding. It is better to choose rope devices for drying with synthetic cords, since they are moisture-resistant, do not rub, they do not form plaque and fungus.

Popular are also models-accordions, which are easy to use, compact and serve as an ideal device for drying small clothes. For large balconies and bathrooms suitable dryer "elevator", a distinctive feature of which is the highest degree of strength, due to this, the device can withstand loads up to 25 kg.

Most modern clothes dryers have an automatic rope tensioning system, which is very convenient. Many manufacturers make models that are equipped with, for example, hooks or a sliding shelf, rollers or clamps.

The sizes of dryers for linen can be very different, it all depends on the model. If the bath or balcony is small-sized, then it is better to buy a narrow structure, the width of which will be 50 or 60 cm, and if the area allows, then you can purchase the option with a width of one meter or more.

Today, manufacturers offer customers a variety of designs for drying clothes, which are made of various materials. Dryers can be made of steel, plastic, wood, aluminum, or just rope.

Steel dryers often have a chrome finish. It gives the product aesthetic appeal.

The advantages of chrome-plated steel structures are:

• high degree of strength;
• long operational period;

• beautiful shine;
• reliability;
• resistance to corrosion processes.

Plastic designs for drying clothes - the most popular devices. They have many advantages.

• Haveresistance to corrosion processes.
• Affordable price.
• Low weight.
• Wide range of products.

• Ease of care. For cleaning and washing do not need special tools.
• Plastic slats do not leave creases on laundry that is dried.
• Do not form stains on things.

Aluminum constructions are ideal for those who are short of money.

Despite the low cost, such designs have some advantages:

• small weight;
• ease of installation and ease of maintenance.

Rope dryers - the most simple and budget. When buying them, you need to pay attention to the material of manufacturing ropes, synthetic is considered to be durable and reliable.

Wooden dryers are durable, attractive and reliable. But when buying, it should be borne in mind that wooden structures do not tolerate a moist environment, so manufacturers of high-quality products always treat their surface with special protective agents.

There are also combined designs that use several types of materials, for example, aluminum and steel. Due to the combination, the product becomes cheaper. The most reliable are designs from metal and plastic. The base is metal, and the individual elements are plastic.

There are a lot of manufacturers of wall-mounted clothes dryers, we will consider the most famous, sought-after and well-proven companies.

• Leifheit. German manufacturer, whose products are of modern design and high quality. This is a premium segment. Dryers of this brand are distinguished by reliability, good degree of strength, high-quality steel, from which the structures are made. The length of the strings starts from two meters.
• Melicone. The Italian manufacturer of wall fixtures for drying clothes in the room. The brand combines reliable European quality and Italian design. Products are characterized by durability, reliability, environmental friendliness and variety of designs. Aluminum dryers are always covered with a special layer that protects linen from contact with metal.

• Gimi Well-known Italian manufacturer of various products and accessories for the home. In his arsenal there are many designs for drying clothes. Characteristic features of products are ergonomics, compactness, functionality, environmental friendliness, confirmed by special certificates, ease of installation and operation. Most often in the manufacture of metal and plastic are used.
• Dogrular Russian manufacturer of tumble dryers of various modifications.They are made of plastic, aluminum and stainless steel. Resistant to mechanical damage and corrosion.

• Granchio. Dryers of this Italian brand are distinguished by compact designs, durability, modern design and special durable mechanisms ensuring uninterrupted operation of the product.
• Comfort Alumin. Dryers Belarusian production. A feature of the brand is the release of universal models. They are made, as a rule, from aluminum, plastic and stainless steel in a wide dimensional grid. The constructions use a mechanism for raising and lowering the hanged laundry.
• Zalger. German brand that combines high quality and clarity of model lines. All products are durable, reliable, decorated without excessive pretentiousness. The company specializes in all types of tumble dryers.

• Marta. The company produces household goods, which include all types of dryers, characterized by durability. In the manufacture of used stainless steel with a special coating that prevents mechanical damage and corrosion. The ideal ratio of price and quality.
• Foppapedretti. An Italian manufacturer who, when creating products, prefers wood, perfectly combining it with metal and plastic. All designs are environmentally friendly, durable and reliable. In the arsenal of wall dryers there are many options for folding designs.

The reviews about the manufacturers listed above are positive, since all of them use high-tech equipment and high-quality materials in their production, taking into account the requirements of the modern buyer - environmental friendliness, durability, modern design, compactness and anti-bacterial coatings.

To choose the right wall-mounted clothes dryer, you must adhere to certain recommendations.

• Determine the load that is assumed. It is better to buy designs that can withstand heavy loads, so that bed linen, towels, bedspreads and other heavy objects can be dried.
• Accurately understand where the structure will be installed.
• Select the type of fastening taking into account the material for the manufacture of the bearing wall, on which the device for drying clothes will be fixed. The walls, to which the fastening of powerful structures is allowed, must be brick or concrete.

• Pay attention to the material of the product. The strongest and most durable steel and aluminum fixtures are considered. The design should have a high degree of resistance to moisture. If the device is mounted on the balcony, then it should be frost resistant.
• Pay special attention to the rope, because, on the one hand, natural cord is environmentally friendly, but, on the other hand, synthetic is more durable and durable.

You can not buy designs with obvious scratches, especially metal devices., because in their place will appear rust, leaving marks on linen.It is also not recommended to buy clothes dryers, in which the rods are fixed by welding, because corrosion is rapidly developing in these places. In high-quality designs, attachment points are hidden under plastic caps, which prevent the formation of puffs and holes on clothes.

The variety of the model range and wide range of colors allow you to buy a clothes dryer, which will be in harmony with the tile in the bathroom, tiles on the balcony and any other finishing material.

The wall mounted dryer can be located in the bathroom, on the loggia or on the balcony.

• In the latter case, the design can be installed on the side wall. This is optimal because most dryers move forward, which means it can accommodate a large amount of laundry. Very convenient for sliding and folding designs.
• Small dryers are mounted on the balcony under the window, but then they will have no place to move forward.

• Convenient location of the dryer will be the wall where the exit to the balcony is located. Outdoor models must be resistant to temperature extremes.
• A multi-level dryer will look good on a loggia, since the space of this room is larger than a standard balcony or bathroom. Inertial models are considered to be the most popular as balcony dryers, especially in terms of space saving.

• In the bathroom you can hang the product of any design and size, It all depends on the area of ​​the room. Additional conditions of placement are needed only for an electric dryer, because an outlet and a good ventilation system are needed.
• Often the structure is placed on the wall where the bathtub stands, so that in the event of poorly pressed laundry the water does not run down to the floor. The dryer installed under the ceiling looks best, if, of course, its design allows.

• Small dryers look good above the battery, it contributes to quick drying.
• Rope dryers are mounted along the premises, fixed on opposite walls.

And balcony models of clothes dryers, and designs for a bathroom have a number of similarities. They can be installed on the wall with any finish (plastic, wood, metal or plaster). The only thing that needs to be done in advance is to perform block reinforcement with the help of a profile and to mount with screws.

In the next video, you will see how to make a wall folding clothes dryer with your own hands.