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Folding Frame ClotheslineEverything You Need For Selecting TheRight Clothesline For Your Home!© The Clothesline Store 2024
Your Clothesline Buyers GuideFolding Frame Clotheslines are an ideal replacement for the traditional rotary lines and have quickly gained popularity amongsthomeowners. They come in a large range of styles, sizes and colours, bolt to the wall, or they can be mounted on posts, which makes them ideal for many locations. In addition to this they can be folded down when not being used.A clothesline is one of the most used products in a household, selecting the correct one initially, can save a great deal of time and moneyover the life of the product.Table of ContentsThings You Should Know 3Location & Custom Widths 4Recommended Clearances 5Clothesline Brands 6Standard Folding Frame 7Slim & Compact Frames 9Double Folding Frames 11Additional Hanging Space 13Australian Made Products 14Ground Mount Kits 15Pegs & Accessories 16Frequently Asked Questions 17Installation Service 18Australia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Things You Should Know1324Retractable Clotheslines Extended Length This is the distance your clothesline will extend out for the main body.
They range from 100mm to a massive 10m. The Hills brand has a minimum extension lengthof 2m, which should be considered when selecting a Hills product.Retractable - Number of Lines Required The clotheslines range from 4 to 7 lines depending on the manufacture. If the extended length of the clothesline limits you, additional space canbe gained by increasing the number of lines, for example, going from 4 lines to 7Determining the Clothes Hoist Budget As Clothes Hoists are one of the most used appliances in the home and can last up to 15 years or more, it’s advisable to consider thiswhen working out your budget and before making a buying decision.We always recommend buying the best quality product your budget allows and the largestone that will suit your home. Because it’s better not to use all the lines than one daywishing you had more lines.Product Warranty All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty, the length of time varies based on the brand, and all comply with Australian consumer laws. A productwarranty will cover plastic components and cord for up to 12 months only, with the balanceof the product being covered for longer.Australia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Location & Custom WidthsExternal walls are the most common location for foldingframe clotheslines; however, the smaller sizes can suitgarages, laundries and other internal spaces if the wallis suitable to fasten them securely.When you add a ground mount kit, they can becomefree-standing in your garden. Refer to the installationsection for the best practices for this type ofinstallation.If you require a clothesline to be narrower than thestandard width offered, you can reduce the widthof some of the brands by cutting the crossbar.Refer to the instruction manual for more details onthis.The Australian-made Air Dry product can bereduced in width during the manufacturing processfor no additional cost, as it is a made-to-orderproduct.Location Custom WidthsAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Recommended ClearancesFolding frame clotheslines are measured by their width which is the dimension left to right and the depth which is from the wall to you. We recommend allowing 50mm to 100mm clearance at each side of the clothesline, for both wall or ground installations.The recommended installation height is 50mm to 100mm above the person's head who uses it most. In narrow areas where depth islimited, we recommend at least 300mm to 400mm between the face of the clothesline and the fence for example. The products installation manual will have more details on this.Australia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Clothesline Brands* Details are subject to change, check the website for the latest specifications.Brand Warranty Made in CategoryAir Dry10 YearsAustraliaBestHillsLifetimeChinaBetterAustral20 YearsAustraliaBetterEvolution50 YearsAustraliaBestBrabantia10 YearsChinaBetterAt The Clothesline Store we only offer industry leading brands, which includes several Australian made brands. Below are the brands with the warranty period, place of manufacture and category.Australia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Standard Folding FramesThe standard clothesline is the most common size and comes in a range of widths, depths and colours. They can be folded down when not in use, giving you back valuable space if required. Having a hanging area up to 41m makes them ideal for large families. Also, the larger clotheslines can hold a queen or king size sheet with widths up to 3.0m.Read More* Details may change, check website for product specificationBrand Name ColoursWidth (mm)Depth (mm) No LinesHanging Area (m)Suits PeopleHillsEveryday Single1 2200 1200 10 21 2 to 4HillsSingle Clothesline2 2400 1200 11 26 2 to 4Air Dry1800 - Ready Made 3 1800 600 - 1500 6 - 14 9 - 28 1 to 4Air Dry2400 - Ready Made 3 2400 600-1500 6 - 14 14 - 33 2 to 5Air Dry3000 - Ready Made 3 3000 600 - 1500 6 - 14 15 - 41 2 to 5Air Dry1800 – 3300 Made to Order15 1800 - 3300 600 - 1500 6 - 14 14 - 33 2 to 5AustralStandard3 2400 1500 12 28.5 2 to 4Australia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Standard Folding FramesThese come in a large range of sizes and colours and will suit almost all singles, couples and families drying requirements. They are easy to use and can be folded away when not being used.Why we like them:SUITABLE FOR: Home and ApartmentsSUITS: 2 - 5 PeopleOptional ExtrasGROUND MOUNT KIT: Available on most brandsCOVERS: Not Recommended with ClotheslineRead MoreAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Slim and Compact FramesAustralia’s #1Read MoreThe slim and compact styled clotheslines are designed to fit into areas where the large standard clotheslines are not suitable, or the space does not allow for them. They are often used in narrow walkways, laundries, garages and other locations around the home. The majority of these sized units do not have the ground mount kit option, if you require a ground mounted installation check the website before placing your order.Brand Name Colours Width (mm) Depth (mm) No Lines Hanging Area (m) Suits PeopleAir Dry2400 Ready Made3 2400 600 - 1500 5 - 14 15 - 41 2 - 6Air Dry3000 Ready Made3 3000 600 - 1500 5 - 14 14 - 33 2 - 6Air Dry3000 Made to Order15 3000 600 - 1500 5 - 14 15 - 41 2 - 6Air Dry2400 Made to Order15 2400 600 - 1500 5 - 14 14 - 33 2 - 6HillsCompact2 2400 850 6 19 2 - 3HillsMini2 1400 680 6 8.4 1 - 2HillsLong2 3400 680 6 21.5 2 - 4AustralIndoor Outdoor1 1260 600 7 8.2 2 - 4AustralUnit Line1 1500 1200 12 15.4 2 - 4AustralCompact 393 3390 900 12 39.3 2 - 6AustralSlenderline 203 3390 600 6 33.9 2 - 4* Details may change, check website for product specificationTheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
These are designed for small or narrow areas such as narrow walkways, laundries, garages and other locations around the home.Why we like them:SUITABLE FOR: Narrow areasSUITS: 1 - 3 PeopleOptional ExtrasGROUND MOUNT KIT: Some have a ground mount optionCOVERS: Not RecommendedRead MoreSlim and Compact FramesAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Double Folding FramesThe double or often called twin fold lines are two clotheslines in one. The inner and outer line fold independently of each other. Making them ideal for tight spaces because you can put the larger line down when not in use and still have room to walk past the clothesline. If you don’t have a tight space, we recommend a Standard styled clothesline line over a double folding line because they cost less, have less parts and you won't have a bar in the middle of your clothesline when you are hanging up clothes.Read More* Details may change, check website for product specificationBrand Name ColoursWidth (mm)Depth (mm) No LinesHanging Area (m)Suits PeopleHillsEveryday Double1 2200 1200 11 23 2 - 4HillsDouble Folding2 2400 1200 11 26 2 - 4Air DryTwin Fold 240011 2400 1500 16 36 2 - 4Air DryTwin Fold 300011 3000 1500 16 45 2 - 4Australia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
These are ideal for narrow walkways, where space is limited. They are two clotheslines in one and you can use only half the line if required.Why we like them:SUITABLE FOR: Narrow areasSUITS: 1 - 4 PeopleOptional ExtrasGROUND MOUNT KIT: Available on most brandsCOVER: Not RecommendedRead MoreDouble Folding FramesAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Additional Hanging SpaceIf you are looking for additional hanging space onyour Clothesline, the Australian-made Air Dry – Custom Madeclothesline comes with a unique low lineoption.The inclusion of this option gives you an additionalthree lines; the lower line also folds up and downwith the main line and can be disconnected ifrequired.This lower line attachment can be used on all the AirDry – Custom Made range. This additional line is notable to be retrofitted once the line is installed.The Image is for display purposes only and subject tochange without notice.Low Line AttachmentRead MoreAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Australian Made & Other ProductsThere are several Australian made products available onthe market that caters to a wide variety of installationtypes. The two most popular Australian made productsare Air Dry and Austral clotheslines.The Air Dry brand offers several unique features overallother brands on the market. They are made to order andcan have the width adjusted, and they also come with thelargest colour selection and depth options on themarket.There are several other types and stylesof wall-mounted clotheslines available,you can see these and more on ourwebsitewww.TheClotheslineStore.com.auAustralian Made Other StylesAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Ground Mount KitsGround mount kits are available for most standard and double-folding frame clotheslines. This allows you to have the clotheslinefree standing by not fastening it to a wall.The standard ground mount kit is designed for installation into soil. If you want to install the clothesline into a concrete slab orpath, you can either core drill (refer to installation section) or use a mounting plate system.Australia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Pegs & AccessoriesRead MoreThe two most popular clothesline accessories are the Hills and Stainless Steel Pegs.The pegs are second to none in the market and make hanging the washing apleasure. We have them at home and wouldn’t have anything else.See these and many more accessories at The Clothesline Store.No More Wasting Money on PegsAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Frequently Ask QuestionsQ: Are the clotheslines easy to install?A: This depends on the skill set of the installer, all products come with instructions. There is a level of skill required, we recommend consulting an expert or handyman if you are not sure.Q: If I have narrow space, can the width of the clothesline be adjusted?A: Yes, several of the brands can have their width reduced. The Air Dry product can have this done during the manufacturing process as they are a made to order product. For ground mounted installations new holes will be required to be drilled in the rear spreader bar. Q: How high should a clothesline be installed and how much space should you have around ?A: The recommended installation height is 50mm to 100mm above the head of the person using it the most. The recommended space is at least 50mm to 100mm each side and 1000mm in front which will allow you to comfortably stand in front of it.Q: Does The Clothesline Store deliver directly from its warehouse or its suppliers?A: We deliver directly from our warehouse to your door. The only exception is for our Made to Order Air Dry Clotheslines, which are shipped straight from our factory. We pride ourselves on no delays, no hassles, and no excuses!Q: What surfaces are not suitable for installation, and can I mount it to a fence?A: We don't recommend installation on Hebbal walls, weatherboard walls and cladded walls directly and don't recommend installing on a fence either. We recommend using a ground mount kit.Q: Will a Queen or King size sheet fit on the clothesline?A: The 2.4m clotheslines will take a queen sheet and the 3m wide clotheslines will take a king sheet. It’s important to know that the Australian standard size of a queen sheet is 2.3m wide. Some brand name sheets can be a lot wider than this and may be scrunched up on a 2.4m wide clothesline.Q: Can I install a folding frame ground mount onto a concrete slab or path?A: Yes, there are two methods, one is core drilling the concrete and the other is using base plates which is a more economical option.Q: Do I need to buy anything else other than the clothesline so I can install it?A: This depends on the brand as some brands supply fasteners and others do not. On The Clothesline Store each product has listed what standard inclusions are in the product If you have any other enquiries, our team will be happy to help, you can call us on 1300 509 564 or email sales@theclotheslinestore.com.auAustralia’s #1
Professional Installation ServicesClotheslines can be installed in several ways; depending on the type of line you order, and the location will be what determines the installation type required.Folding Frame clotheslines can be installed onto brick / masonry walls or installed on ground mount kits. Most clothesline brands have the accessories available for multiple installation options.At The Clothesline Store we have a professional installation team who can install your new clothesline or remove and dispose of you existing line before installing your new one. Refer to The Clothesline Store Installation page for more details on this service and the areas covered.Read MoreAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Wall & Fence Mounted InstallationThe most common installation type is a brick or concrete walls. These provide a quality anchor point for the clotheslines. However if your bricks or masonry wall is in poor condition a ground mount option may be a better solution.If you have a Hebbal, Cladding or Weatherboard wall we do not recommend this type of installation.A local handyman or builder may be able to assist you in fixing a clothesline to these types of surfaces, however we do not indorse this type of installation. Weather BoardIf you have a fence, we do not recommend installingyour clothesline onto it. In these situations, we suggest using a ground mount kit as shown below, even if you have an existing clothesline on a fence. This is because the integrity of the fence may not be suitable to support the clothesline for the same number of years the clothesline will function.HebbalWall CladdingRecommended SurfacesFence MountingSurfaces Not RecommendedMetal Fenced Timber Fence Ground MountAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Ground Mounted InstallationThe ground mount kits connect to the clotheslines and allow them to be free standing instead of a wall mounted installation. The most common installation for the legs is to be concreted into soil or a grassed area.You can also install the clothesline on a concrete slab or path, for this there are two options available. One is to core drill the concrete and the other, a less expensive option is to plate mount the legs to the concrete. The only brands which provide base plate mounting options are Air Dry, Austral and Daytek.Core hole drilling is when the installer drills holes through your concrete and installs the legs into them. This is a more expensive option than the plated system. This is the only option available when installing a Hills product onto a concrete slab or path. STD Ground MountCore HolePlated Leg KitAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564
Frequently Ask QuestionsQ: Is delivery included in the prices on The Clothesline Store?A, Yes, all prices on The Clothesline Store include delivery.Q: Do you service all areas of Australia?A, We service all major cities on the east coast of Australia and metro Adelaide in South Australia. More details on the areas covered can be found on a shipping page https://www.theclotheslinestore.com.au/pages/shipping-returnsQ: Do you install clotheslines and if so, do you cover my area?A, Yes, we have a professional installation team who can install your clothesline and remove and dispose of your existing one if required. If the product page has an installation option available, we can install the product. To determine if we have this service in your area you can find out more by visiting our installation page at: https://www.theclotheslinestore.com.au/pages/clothesline-installation-and-removal-serviceQ: Are the clotheslines new and covered by warranty?A, Yes, all our clothesline are new and covered by the manufactures warranty. Every product has the details of the warranty listed on them.Q: Do you stock you own products?A, Yes, at The Clothesline Store, we have our own National Distribution Centre and have the largest stock holding of clotheslines in the country. We also have strategically located warehouses in other states to ensure rapid delivery of your products.Q: How long will my product take to arrive?A. All products are shipped either the same business or the next business day unless it’s a Made to Order Air Dry product. Once a product leaves our facility, the delivery time is then governed by the couriers. We don’t own, manage or control any freight companies and only use reputable couriers and most deliveries to metro areas occur in 2 to 4 business days. If you live in a remote or outer region, the time will be longer. See more details on our shipping page: https://www.theclotheslinestore.com.au/pages/shipping-returnsIf you have any enquiries, our team will be happy to help, you can call us on 1300 509 564 or email sales@theclotheslinestore.com.auAustralia’s #1
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