We have long been accustomed to drying clothes on the balcony or outside, but it is not always convenient, especially in rainy autumn or frosty winter. In this case, clothes dryers come to the rescue - special designs that are very convenient to use.

The tumble dryer is a small frame with firmly stretched ropes for hanging damp laundry and drying it. But, depending on the type of dryer and the manufacturer, dryers can vary significantly. How to choose a dryer for clothes, so that it is convenient to use it, and the dryer itself lasts longer? We will answer these questions now, having considered the highest quality and most popular dryers on the market.

Dryer manufacturers

• Gimi;
• Lift;
• Leifheit;
• Hausmann;
• Liana.

They are the most popular and are represented in specialized outlets in the largest assortment.

Types of clothes dryers

Now, I would like to consider not trade marks, but the types of dryers according to the principle of their placement, because today a lot of things have been invented for our convenience. At the same time, we will find out how these devices are installed.

Ceiling tumble dryer

A classic dryer for a long time, but qualitatively modernized, provided with everything necessary for drying clothes - ropes, bars, a special system for adjusting the level of height and distance between the ropes. Most often, it is made of aluminum or steel, which are covered with protective compounds, as well as small plastic parts.

Installation of a ceiling dryer for clothes is very simple, on any ceiling, but preferably, next to the wall on which the mechanism for adjusting the tension of the ropes and their height is attached. Just 4-6 dowels or small anchor bolts are enough to fix the dryer to the ceiling.

Wall-mounted clothes dryer

Quite a convenient device, which can be capital or in the form of a prefabricated mechanism. The materials of manufacture are the same as in the previous version, but such a dryer is mounted on the wall, for example, above the bathroom or on the side wall of the balcony. Often, such devices are equipped with adjustment mechanisms, which is very convenient for hanging laundry. You just twist the handle of the mechanism, the ropes are lowered, and you evenly hang your clothes on them, then you just raise them again to the required height. But, if the dryer is located above the bathroom, you do not need to do this so that the water that escapes or drips from the laundry gets into the bath and goes down the drain.

Floor dryer

Most often, this is a standard rectangular dryer, or the more practical, foldable clothes dryer, which has additional “wings” with ropes, making it possible to dry more clothes at a time.

The Gimi floor-standing tumble dryer does not require any special installation, it is simply placed where it is convenient and freely moves around the room. You can move it to another room, put it on the balcony, bring it back, and when the dryer is not in use, just fold it and put it, for example, under a wall, behind a cabinet.

Clothes dryer on the balcony

It can be both wall and ceiling versions, but only intended strictly for placement on the balcony. These dryers are slightly larger, which means they can hold more wet clothes on them. They are installed on anchors that easily support the weight of all the clothes hung on the ropes.

The balcony dryer for clothes can also be of several types - standard and the balcony ceiling dryer for clothes Liana. The first option is the most common and inexpensive - 2 slats and clotheslines stretched between them for drying clothes. The second, however, is a little more convenient and practical, since in such a device there are various adjustments made mechanically. So, you can pull the clothesline more tightly, lower or raise them, increase or decrease the distance between the clotheslines.

Features of clothes dryers, or what you should pay attention to

Choosing a tumble dryer is very simple, just try to follow some rules in order to choose a high-quality and durable device.

• First of all, decide on the location of the dryer - a bathroom dryer, room dryer, balcony dryer or, in general, an outdoor dryer.
• Further, be sure to decide on the type of dryer if you are looking for a home option. That is, pay attention to the possibility of wall or ceiling mounting.
• Now, you can go to the manufacturer. For example, the Leifheit wall dryer or the Gimi wall dryer is considered quite good. But, it would be much more correct to choose not the manufacturer, but the quality of the product.
• So, speaking of quality, it is necessary to recall that almost the entire surface of the dryer will be in a humid environment, which means that the materials of its production should not be afraid of moisture and temperature fluctuations. Painted steel, aluminum or other metal with high-quality protection, plastic and even wood are good options.
• And finally, determine how convenient the dryer you choose will be to use for you and the room where the main time will be installed.

Question answer

Which tumble dryer is best for your bathroom?

A sliding wall dryer is best suited for a bathroom. It does not take up useful free space and is very easy to use. Hanging a tumble dryer is very simple, and you can do it even after renovation, without violating the integrity of the decorative finish.

When choosing a clothes dryer, be sure to pay attention to the build quality, strength of materials and fasteners, as well as the maximum weight of the laundry that its structure can withstand.

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

According to their location, they are external and internal.

Outdoor tumble dryers

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

Users note the following advantages of outdoor dryers:

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

• linen is well dried and ventilated;

• the view from the apartment window is not closed.

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

• in rainy weather, do not dry clothes;

• heavy linen can hang down to the neighbor's balcony, and also makes the balcony look unattractive;

• in windy weather, street dust gets on the linen and additional clothespins must be used;

• can not be placed on balconies under which people walk or there is a vehicle.

There are difficulties with installing such a dryer on a French balcony. For these purposes, a retractable model is used, fixed on a load-bearing wall.

Internal tumble dryers

From what was said earlier, it can be seen that outdoor dryers have significant disadvantages. For convenient hanging of linen and preservation of the balcony, it is necessary to dry inside the balcony.

This method has advantages:

• you can hang out linen 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 flowing from the linen creates dampness on the balcony.

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

1. Wall model

A very common design for wall mounting. It is found in three types.

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

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

On such models, not only the washed laundry is hung, but also things to dry.

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

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

The dryer has a limited load on the ropes, so do not hang heavy items.

Not all users are satisfied that a small wash can be placed.

1. Floor model

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

During use, the dryer is placed on the floor and delimits the balcony area. Very often, additional sections are fastened, which allow you to hang out more laundry.

To facilitate rearrangement, the wheels are intended.

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

1. Ceiling model

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

• the balcony space is almost not occupied;

• when folded, a beautiful aesthetic appearance;

• large working area;

• withstands heavy laundry.

According to the installation method, ceiling models are divided:

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

• stationary dryer - permanently located on the ceiling.

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

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

The pull-out dryer can be remotely controlled, but it is expensive.

The ceiling dryer has several tiers. In this case, the upper tier is fixed to the ceiling, while the lower tier is removable.

It is convenient to dry clothes on clothes hangers, which are located on two aluminum profiles fixed to the ceiling.

1. Model "Liana"

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

The ceiling part consists of thin tubes attached to cables.

A wall-mounted elevator adjusts the lifting height of each tube separately. This makes it easier to hang the laundry. After drying, the structure is pulled up to the ceiling and fixed.

Users note the following advantages of this type of dryers:

• modern design. The design looks very neat and does not disturb the interior of the balcony;

• there are no restrictions on the weight of the laundry;

• you can hang out and take off the laundry in different batches;

• laundry hung at different heights dries faster.

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

1. Choosing a place.

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

• For attaching the dryer to the ceiling and the elevator to the wall, the strongest places are selected. In some cases, they are reinforced with embedded parts.

1. Mounting.

• The work is carried out according to the instructions.

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

• After installation, a strength and comfort test is carried out. For this, wet linen is hung out.

How to make a high-quality installation of a vine, see our video:

1. Electric model

Typically, electric dryers are intended for glazed balconies.

Users note their advantages:

• easy installation;

• smooth regulation of the heating level;

• automatic shutdown of heating by a timer;

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

There are also disadvantages:

• additional load on the network increases electricity charges;

• the dryer is constantly energized.

Electric models are of several types:

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

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

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

If the balcony sash opens inward, the distance to the ceiling at the open sash is determined. It should not touch the folded dryer.

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

1. The dryer should hold the maximum amount of laundry. A large family needs a large dryer.

Floor and wall types are used for drying non a large number linen. Ceiling models and Liana dryer dry a lot of laundry at the same time. As a rule, they are mounted on cables. Better if the cable is metal: it does not stretch and is very durable. It can only be replaced by a nylon cable not thinner than 3 mm.

Stationary models are durable and comfortable. It is recommended to choose them 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 an anti-corrosion coating.

Dryers are usually produced from the following materials:

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

You will have to pay more for quality;

• aluminum is an inexpensive, lightweight and durable material. Tubing should be coated with paint or synthetic material. Unprepared tubes oxidize quickly and stain the laundry;

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

• wood is a durable and beautiful material. But he is afraid of high humidity, therefore, with frequent drying, the bars crack and look unsightly.

1. It is necessary to choose a model of a dryer from a well-known manufacturer. Famous brands are more expensive, but there will be no operational problems. Notable firms:

• Germany - Leifheit;

• Italy - Melicone, Gimi;

• Turkey - Dogrular;

• China - Delta, Natalie.

The prices of dryers from well-known manufacturers are different.

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

Well-known companies always have instructions translated into Russian and describe step by step installation... But for inexpensive models of little-known manufacturers, an instruction printed on a copier is attached.

1. You can dwell on the option when the balcony dryer is made in-house. It is easy to install.

For these purposes, two strips are attached opposite each other, on which the rope rings are installed.

The result is a simple and reliable design.

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

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

Residents of large apartments do not need to think about where a clothes dryer can be placed, since the internal space allows you to put it both on the balcony, and in the kitchen, living room, hallway, bathroom if it has a square shape and a place for its placement. The problem is with the owners of small-sized apartments, where every meter is important, and the main area is occupied by the already necessary interior items.

Quite often, in small apartments, a place for drying clothes is given to a balcony. As a rule, a rope dryer is located there. The suspended structure is very convenient in that there is no need to constantly disassemble and assemble it. It does not interfere with the movement and internal organization of space. Today in stores you can find a special rope dryer - this is the so-called removable, exhaust structure, when special devices that hold the rope are installed on the side ledges. After using such a dryer, the hinged part is removed and attached to the opposite wall. This is necessary so that the rope does not interfere with the passage. This is the meaning of the fact that it is exhaust, which means that it can be deployed for work at any time.

An alternative drying method is a clothes dryer that is placed on the bathtub. This is done in the case when it is impossible to install a folding one in the bathroom itself, since the main place is occupied by a washing machine, a sink and the bathtub itself. If space in the apartment allows, then a folding rack for drying clothes is placed in any of the rooms. In this article, we will focus on designs supplied to the bathroom.

Varieties

Today in the stores of building and interior solutions, many different designs of clothes dryers are sold. Different types of hangers will allow you to decide which one you want to see in your bathroom, what mandatory elements it has and the types of installation.

Among the most popular designs:

• outdoor;
• hinged;
• wall (drum on a rope);
• foldable tumble dryer;
• electric, or clothes dryer on a heating radiator.

Hanging dryer

Wall dryer

Electric dryer

Foldable dryer

Floor dryer

To understand which one is suitable for a bathroom, many parameters must be taken into account: the size of the room, the needs of the owner, the infrastructure of the room, it is desirable to have a drawing of the room and the product.

Selection principles

Manufacturers and consultants of specialized stores recommend making a choice in favor of a design based on some parameters of the room. If we are talking about a balcony, then, of course, you should choose a ceiling rope, if about a room, then a floor rope. In the case of a bathroom, there may be variable types:

• it is important to take into account the size of the dryer (width and working area) and how much weight it will support;
• you should first decide on the place where the structure will be located, and only after that make a choice. For example, a dryer for a bathroom, especially for a small-sized room, can be located directly under the ceiling - a hanging, exhaust hanger, as well as a clothes dryer can be placed on a battery. A compact design is also very popular, when the installation site is a washing machine or the sides of the bath itself;
• clothes dryer in the bathroom should be made of quality material. When it comes to an accessory on which it is supposed to dry clothes and which is placed in a damp room, then the dryer for the bathroom should be made of metal - steel and aluminum, polypropylene pipes that are resistant to moisture
• if the choice is made in favor of the rope option, then the hanger should be with strong rods that can withstand the heaviest loads;
• it is important to pay attention and appearance... A tumble dryer should be compatible with the design of the room - experts can suggest ideas, having previously drawn up a drawing and a floor plan. For example, metal accessories will harmoniously fit into modern, hi-tech, minimalism interiors.

I would also like to dwell on the material of the product. For example, the preferred material - aluminum - may not always be of good quality. This is primarily indicated by the price of the product. It is worth remembering that inexpensive aluminum models are fragile and can deform quite easily under the weight of drying laundry, it depends on the type of polypropylene pipes of the product. This oxidation stance can leave unpleasant rust stains on the laundry. Therefore, you should buy accessories for the bathroom, including the dryer, made of stainless steel - they are stronger and not able to oxidize. The hanger made of polypropylene pipes, due to its material, does not react to liquid in any way and does not deform.

You can often find structures made of ordinary steel. If the price of the product is high, then this indicates that a special protective coating is applied to it, which will prevent the rods from oxidation. True, it is doubtful that the hanger will last a long time - mechanical influences will lead to ideas for buying a new product, therefore it is better to choose accessories from durable polypropylene pipes.

Floor dryers

Floor structures are a very popular model for drying clothes at home. Such a product can be put on a balcony, in a room, in a kitchen, in a corridor. If the bathroom allows, due to its size, to put a dryer, then you should heed some recommendations.

First, it is worth noting that such a product is a reliable design. The extendable dryer consists of metal rods and looks like a cross-shaped linen rack. Many models have additional modules that allow you to expand the working surface of the product. As a rule, we are talking about spreading side panels. It is better to hang small items of clothing on them, and take the middle with large linen. Some models have clamps for socks and handkerchiefs.

As for the weight, they are lightweight and do not exceed 3-3.5 kilograms. They are very easy to assemble and disassemble. The extendable model is simply installed against the wall or laid horizontally on a surface or under a sofa. Thus, the issue with its storage is solved and space is saved. The folded width of the model does not exceed 10 centimeters. When the dryer is disassembled, its length can reach 3 meters, it can withstand total weight linen - 20 kg. To learn more about what they are, you can read here.

Shelving dryers

One of the varieties of floor models are whatnots. It is impossible to dry long and bulky items on such products, but underwear, blouses, T-shirts and baby clothes are very suitable clothes for drying on such portable models. Dryer shelves do not take up much space, so they can be placed in smaller bathrooms. By the way, a washing machine or the surface of a closed bath are great ideas for placing whatnot. The best option would be to buy a model to be assembled after use. Such a folding thing will become indispensable at home. You can assemble this model yourself - the drawing attached to the product explains everything quite accurately.

Another type of folding floor stand is a roller dryer. It is equipped with castors and moves easily on the floor. This is especially true if there is a need to move it to the other end of the bathroom, if it interferes with movement. The width of such a shelf varies from 20 cm to one meter.

Wall models

Floor options, as mentioned above, are suitable for large bathrooms. If the area does not allow placing impressive models, washer does not interfere, it will be advisable to choose. This built-in model is a sliding structure that folds easily. The pull-out part easily slides to the side, so the tumble dryer is almost invisible above the bathtub when folded. For the duration of drying, the model is adjusted taking into account the amount of wet things and extends to the required distance, which, by the way, may not take up the entire part above the bathroom.

Dryers for clothes above the bath - telescopic drum model. It has the feature of extending links located one above the other. The telescopic structure can be presented in the form of rising pipes that are attached to the wall with guides. On such clothes dryers, clothes are hung over the bathroom. Such products are chosen by modern people who value functionality and ease of assembly. But a significant disadvantage of such a model is a small work surface and width, and, consequently, the fact that it will not withstand a lot of laundry. Therefore, as a rule, bachelors and students choose this type of hanger. All these nuances are described in the instructions for the product.

Bath Models

There are tumble dryers installed directly on the bathtub. They have rubber-base feet, which prevents rolling off the edges of the tub and preventing the product from falling.

It is the same sliding structure as the floor model and retracts after use. You can put it against the wall, hang it, or a washing machine can serve as a storage place. As for the weight that such umbrella models can withstand, it is about 10 kilograms of wet linen.

Liana

Very popular, especially in small bathrooms, or in other words liana, that is, a clothes dryer located above the bathroom. It is a structure in the form of rods attached to the upper surface of the bath. The links can be raised and lowered using the rods that are attached to them. Due to this mechanism, the hangers are called "vines". They are considered to be very practical, durable and compact. The built-in liana looks very aesthetically pleasing in the bathroom.

A ceiling tumble dryer is best placed above the bathroom. This is very practical from the point of view of the fact that the water from the wet laundry will drain into the bath, there is no need to put rags on the floor or supply basins for fears that water will flow.

Portable models

In small bathrooms, small models of drying clothes are especially popular. They can be placed on any surface. Ideal options are a washing machine, bathtub, floor, sink, cupboards, and even a laundry basket. Among them are hanging dryers. Unlike bathtub models, they hang on the door, on the radiator and even on towel holders. Placing the products close to the pipes helps the laundry dry faster, as they are quickly heated due to the nearby heat. That is why, to save space, a tumble dryer is convenient for a battery.

Electric hangers

A special place among the accessories for drying linen in the bathroom is occupied by heated dryers. They are excellent assistants to the hostess, as they allow you to quickly dry the washed clothes. This is due to the fact that the rods on which the laundry is hung are heated. As for the manufacturing options, it can be represented by several models:

• outdoor;
• wall;
• ceiling.

Electric floor-mounted laundry dryer

Electric wall mounted clothes dryer

Electric ceiling mounted clothes dryer

All those models that were discussed above, but with a significant difference, are an automated clothes dryer that does not work in manual mode. An automatic heated dryer, in addition to its function to quickly dry things, can also have an additional option such as disinfection. The ideas of designers and manufacturers are broadly embodied in terms of safety. A number of models are equipped with a germicidal lamp, which allows you to fight any microorganisms in the bathroom. The design of such a drying hanger is different. For example, this could be a rack that holds damp laundry. From above, the rack is closed with a cover, under which warm air penetrates with the help of a fan. Women compare this mechanism of drying clothes with drying hair with a hair dryer.

When choosing such a product, it is important to carefully read the manual for it. For example, the instruction for electric dryers states that it is unacceptable to place it near heating devices and pipes. The washing machine is the same item. This is due to the increased risk of overheating of the device. The instruction for such products recommends not to hang the automatic model near the water source. The best option would be placement on a neutral surface.

Despite such a variety of options, it is worth choosing a tumble dryer carefully. If the renovation in the apartment is still at the planning stage, then it is worth making a drawing of the room, which will indicate the approximate location of the dryer. Ideas on where it will look more profitable and practical can be suggested by various resources and qualified specialists, and then they can be transferred to the drawing. It is important to consider what is the width of the room and the width of the dryer, what is the design in the bathroom, the height of the ceilings, piping and the need to place this part in the bathroom. For example, the need disappears when the washing machine is equipped with the function of drying clothes or there is a large heated towel rail on which wet things can be hung, and of course, do not forget that there are convenient clothes dryers above the bathroom.

Everyone has a washing machine in the house, but not all of them have a drying function. Therefore, after washing, they begin to hang the laundry outside to dry it. But the weather does not always allow this. In this case, you have to look for a place in the house where you can hang the laundry. A clothes dryer is a good helper in such situations.

The tumble dryer allows you to dry your clothes indoors. It can be a bathroom, kitchen, corridor, one of the rooms of the house, but the best option is a glazed balcony where such a dryer is placed.

Types of dryers

There are a lot of clothes dryers. They all differ in location.

Wall-mounted clothes dryer

This type of dryer is ideal for small apartments. Thanks to their design, they do not take up much space. Distinguish between thoroughly installed dryers and "accordion" dryers for linen.

Fully installed wall-mounted tumble dryers are in two parts. One part is attached to the wall. The second part is mounted on the opposite side and is the main part of the structure. The ropes are extended from it and are attached to the first part of the structure with hooks.

Due to the design, the dryer - "accordion" for linen is fully foldable and saves space in the room. It is suitable for the bathroom, where it can act as a towel holder, and for the balcony. The dryer can carry considerable weight and is considered one of the best wall-mounted types.

Basically, wall dryers cannot handle large amounts of laundry. Therefore, they are more suitable for light and small clothes.

Floor dryer

This type of dryer is similar in design to an ironing board. If it is necessary to dry the laundry, the dryer is taken out and unfolds. When the laundry is dry, it is folded again and hidden in a closet or closet. In the unfolded state, the dryer is large enough and therefore can accommodate more laundry than the previous type of dryer.

When choosing a floor dryer, attention should be paid to the legs, as they can scratch the floor. It is best if the dryer has casters or plastic caps.

Some models have small holders for baby clothes.

Vertical clothes dryer

This is a kind of floor dryer. Compared to a floor dryer, it is compact even when unfolded because it has several tiers. Thanks to its design, the dryer can accommodate a large number of items. At the same time, things should not be large, that is, it will not work to dry a duvet cover, trousers or a jacket on it. It is suitable for drying small items such as baby clothes or dresses and sweaters. If the upper tiers are not used, they can be removed.

Ceiling tumble dryer

This type of dryer is installed on the balcony or in the bathroom. It is practically invisible, especially if the ceiling and walls are light. In addition, it does not interfere with the people who live in the apartment. The dryer is fixed to the ceiling and the bars to the wall. With the help of these rods, the dryer is lowered and wet clothes are hung on it. After that, it can be raised back to the ceiling or left in the lowered position. When the clothes are dry, the dryer is raised to the ceiling and does not bother anyone.

It is best that there is a large distance between the rods, and the rods themselves are dense. In this case, you can be sure that they will not get tangled or torn. The dryer itself is made of aluminum or steel. Therefore, it is considered that these are the most durable and reliable dryers for clothes.

Separately, it is worth highlighting electric tumble dryers. This type of dryer is ideal for drying any type of clothing, both small and light, and oversized, such as a jacket.

Today electric dryers are popular among people. The advantage of the electric dryer can be called the size, thanks to which it does not take up much space. The dryer consists of several spokes of different sizes. Large knitting needles are for large items, and small knitting needles for small and light items. There is an electric dryer in the form of a staircase. You can dry various things on it.

During operation, the electric dryer makes a little noise, but at the same time, things will be dry in 2-3 hours. In order for things to dry quickly, the power of the device must be at least 70 watts. In addition, the dryer must have a temperature controller and several operating modes. This allows you to quickly dry both a woolen jacket and a silk blouse without any harm to the fabric.

What to look for when choosing a dryer?

When choosing a tumble dryer, the first point to pay attention to is the material of manufacture. In no case should you buy plastic dryers. This material is not reliable, it sags under the weight of clothing and breaks easily. Plastic elements, of course, can be present in the dryer, but in the form of, for example, caps.

High quality and reliable dryers are made of stainless steel. The material can withstand heavy loads and does not rust, unlike aluminum. This material also resists large items, but rust stains can occur due to oxidation.

When choosing floor dryers, attention should be paid to the legs. They should have padded rubber pads to prevent the dryer from slipping on the floor.

The next point to pay attention to when choosing a dryer is the top coat. It can be enamel or chrome. The enamel coating cannot be called of high quality, because it exfoliates and its pieces can end up on clothes. The chrome plating adheres better to the surface. At the same time, it is covered with an anti-corrosion layer, which improves its quality. With a chrome finish, dryers are only gray.

In addition, you should pay attention to the distance between the rods. The optimal distance between them should be 6-8 cm. If it is less, then the clothes will dry poorly, and if more, then the space will not be used rationally.

How to choose a tumble dryer?

It is worth choosing this or that type of dryer based on the place of its application. If the dryer will be installed in the bathroom, then you should choose wall dryers. If the height of the ceilings in the bathroom allows, then you can purchase a ceiling dryer. If a room will be used to dry the laundry, then you need to buy a floor dryer. For balconies, ceiling dryers are more suitable.

Which tumble dryer is the best?

Specifically, it is difficult to name a good dryer. Each of them has its own purpose. Of course, it is best to use a ceiling dryer. It does not take up much space, it is not visible, and more things are placed on it than on the floor or wall. At the same time, it can be used as the main device for drying clothes. Whereas wall and floor types can not always be used as the main place for drying things, and especially large-sized ones. Such dryers are more used as additional devices for drying small items.

Main manufacturers and prices

There are a lot of companies that are engaged in the production of dryers. Each of them is designed for a specific customer. Someone offers a cheap and not very high quality product, and someone attracts buyers with good quality, but the price of a dryer is also high.

Floor dryers are manufactured by Binex, Casa Si, Eurogold, Gimi, Meliconi and Ocean Dryers. All firms, except Meliconi, produce dryers with a reasonable price - 500-2500 rubles. Whereas Meliconi offers tabletop dryers with several tiers and made of high quality materials. Their price starts from 3,600 rubles and can go up to 15,000 rubles.

Wall dryers are recognized as the cheapest devices. Among the manufacturers of dryers, it is worth highlighting Gimi and Familia. Their cost varies between 1100 - 1800 rubles.

Ceiling dryers are manufactured by the Comfort Alumin, Familia and Filplast brands. Their cost is 830 - 3500 rubles.

How to use and how to care for the dryer?

To use a dryer, especially an electric dryer, read the instructions. Only in this case can the structure be correctly installed and the process of operating the device depends on it. If the dryer falls, you will have to wash your clothes again. In the worst case, if the dryer falls, someone in the household will suffer.

The dryer should be wiped clean after each use. A damp surface is the best environment for the growth of germs and bacteria.

If rust is found on the strings, then it should be immediately treated with an anti-corrosion agent or replaced with new ones.

To hang things on the dryer, it is worth unscrewing them well before that. Excess moisture on things is an additional load on the rods.

Don't ignore the purchase of a clothes dryer. This thing is always useful in the household, especially when there are small children in the house and washing is a constant process for mom.

Traditionally, everyone is drying clothes in the yard or on the balcony. However, not every apartment has a loggia, and it is not always possible to hang washed things on the street. Formerly, the bathrooms were equipped with improvised dryers in the form of stretched ropes. Nevertheless, such designs do not at all decorate the interior of the bathroom, moreover, they take away the useful space of the room.

If the apartment is small in size, and you have to wash often and a lot, finding a suitable place to dry clothes and home textiles becomes a difficult task. Therefore, today, a special device is gaining more and more popularity among housewives - a floor dryer.

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Photos of various models of these useful devices on our website will help you make right choice... Currently, in stores you can find such products of fairly high quality at an affordable price. After examining the entire range and thinking about where to place a useful new thing for the house, you can understand what is right for you and which is the best floor dryer for clothes. Modern manufacturers offer many options.

Criterias of choice

If you're wondering how to choose a floor-standing tumble dryer, there are several factors to consider. Such devices can be installed not only in the bathroom, but also in any other part of the apartment. It is advisable to provide a place for the dryer in advance and determine what size product you need. Both large and small compact models are available.

Dryer for bath rim

When there is a lot of washing, the best choice is a sliding floor dryer. Such systems are produced with special inserts on the sides, which open, and with a large number of strings.

Materials

Means for the manufacture of linen structures can be different. There are plastic products, aluminum models. Products made of stainless and chrome-plated steel have also proven themselves well. Such mechanisms will last a long time and are very practical.

Metal rack for drying clothes

The coating on this fixture is also different. So, metal products are protected from rust by treating with special compounds. For this, powder-based paint, enamels, zinc plating are used. Polished aluminum systems are also resistant to corrosion.

These devices are distinguished by a long service life. In addition, when choosing, it is important to pay attention to the stability of the structure, the ability to withstand a large weight of damp cloth hanging on it.

Many people like this option as a floor-mounted plastic clothes dryer. Reviews of the owners of such a useful household device testify to its strength and reliability.

Floor dryer made of plastic

Unlike metal mechanisms, the plastic device will never leave traces of rust on the laundry.

In particular, the Italian company Gimi produces a model of Perla dryers. They have a beautiful design, in their strength and functionality are in no way inferior to their metal counterparts.

Italian floor dryer Perla

These products contain special hard resins. Nitrogen injection technology is also used in the production process.

Specimens with wheels are convenient - if necessary, they can be easily moved across the floor, without risking damage to the coating on the surface. The wheel mechanism is simply irreplaceable for large products, which greatly simplifies their movement around the house or apartment.

Wheel Dryer

Depending on the size, material, performance and manufacturer, prices for this type of product differ. However, from a large assortment of products, you can always choose what suits you in terms of quality and cost.

It should be remembered about the following functional features of devices for drying clothes:

• floor standing tumble dryers can be easily removed after use in a large closet or closet;
• in winter, hanging a wash on such a stand, you can humidify the air in the room;
• laundry that is hung on a compact drying device, must be carefully squeezed, otherwise, water flows to the floor;
• by placing the floor dryer on the balcony, can be used to ventilate blankets and pillows.

Such products are widely represented on the modern market. Floor linen stands are in greatest demand among customers, since these products are easy to use and very compact. You can easily find a place for them even in a small apartment.

Types of structures

Perhaps the main advantage of all such systems is their portability. The floor dryer is easy to transport and store anywhere. Unlike ceiling models, it does not require mounting and finding points for mounting on the walls.

In addition, manufacturers supply most of these designs with wheels. The sliding mechanism is extremely convenient and keeps the flooring intact in the house.

When choosing this or that model for your home, you need to consider the type of construction that suits you. There are such varieties of them:

Thus, you can adjust the size of the sliding system depending on the volume of the washed items. If you have to hang a large amount of laundry, pull-out parts make it easy to cope with this task.

If necessary, you can pull out additional parts of the mechanism, which are frames with strings stretched on them. In some models, manufacturers have taken care of the presence of adjusting devices with which you can increase or decrease the width of the product.

Vertical model

The floor-standing vertical tumble dryer reminds everyone of whatnot, but instead of shelves, the structure has strings for washed things. Special short threads are stretched over a multi-tiered frame.

Vertical system

Such a system does not take up the useful space of the room. This compact model can be easily placed even in a shower stall. However, such a dryer will not fit large sheets and duvet covers.

Horizontal structure for drying laundry

Horizontal dryers are similar in appearance to standard ironing boards. They are folded according to the same principle and have an elongated shape. Such devices consist of one, sometimes two, horizontal tiers.

Appearance of a horizontal dryer

Strings for washed things are attached to special frames. The device can be large or small. When choosing a horizontal floor dryer, consider how often you have to wash. For a large amount of laundry, you need to purchase a large model. For such structures, you can find a place in the bathroom or on the loggia. Sometimes a horizontal dryer is placed along the wall in one of the rooms.

Electric models

Floor electric tumble dryers, photos of which can be viewed in this article, are equipped with a heating element. This allows damp laundry to dry faster. Today, consumers are offered a large selection of modifications of such products. They have different type designs and principles of operation of an electric heater.

Model of clothes dryer with heating element

One of the versions is a system with horizontal planks, reminiscent of spruce branches. These parts can be used to dry up to ten kilograms of laundry. This mechanism is very roomy. In this case, damp things are covered with the included cover. Warm air, circulating underneath, dries up the washed items.

Attachment with a cover for drying clothes

As a rule, an electric floor dryer has a string adjustment function. The distance between them can be increased, which will allow using the device for drying bulky fabrics.

There are electric models that resemble horizontal dryers in configuration.

Electric horizontal floor dryer

They also produce devices in the form of a box with an opening lid. Inside such a container, special strips are attached for hanging clothes and bedding sets. These dryers are designed for approximately three kilograms of laundry. The cycle of their work for drying the fabric is several hours.

Among the options offered today, there are dryers operating on the principle of a hair dryer. They dry the laundry by blowing heated air around it. It is also possible to purchase devices with an ultraviolet lamp. They not only allow you to effectively dry your laundry, but also kill germs. After this antibacterial treatment, the clothes become perfectly clean and smell fresh.

Some floor dryers are equipped with a timer. Such devices are automatically turned off after completion of work.

Telescopic and foldable dryers

Often, folding and sliding models are used in small rooms - on the balcony or in the bathroom. Moreover, sliding mechanisms can be installed on ordinary floor dryers, which makes them more functional.

Telescopic dryers are a variation of the folding models.

Telescopic design

Their length can be increased or decreased by unfolding the product like a telescope. In such designs, there are special retractable parts. Usually these are elements with a round cross-section, but there are also rectangular, square-shaped mechanisms.

The telescopic clothes dryer is perfect for a bathroom or loggia. When folded, such an apparatus becomes small in size and will not prevent the owners from placing the necessary things in the room in addition to the dryer itself.

But after a long wash, a telescopic dryer will allow you to hang a lot of laundry on it. You can choose a model with a sliding body or additional inserts on the sides.

Folding and sliding models are quite practical and convenient.

Foldable model with a heating device for drying clothes

They have many advantages. These dryers are compact and take up very little space. They can be placed on a shelf in the closet so as not to clutter up the space in the apartment.

However, every time the device is assembled after the laundry has dried and laid out again, the owners risk that the fragile parts of the sliding mechanism may break. However, if you choose a quality dryer from trusted manufacturers, the probability of breakage is negligible.

When a fixture is out of order, it is important to know how to repair a tumble dryer. Floor model , for example, it should be repaired, taking into account such a nuance: the larger the gaps between the planks, the faster the washed laundry will dry.

Floor Dryer Strings

The distance between the slats when replacing them must be left at least seven centimeters. If the space between the strings is too narrow, the clothes will touch each other and take longer to dry. In addition, dirt may appear on the fabric.

When repairing the device, and replacing broken elements with new ones, you should take care of the reliability of the fasteners. The material for the dryer parts must be selected of high quality and durable.

Currently, a floor-mounted laundry dryer is a useful thing in the household, quite accessible to every family. Among the variety of variations of such devices, you can choose the type of construction most suitable for your bathroom.

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