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Everything You Need For Selecting The Right Clothesline For Your Home!© The Clothesline Store 2024RetractableClotheslines

Retracting ClotheslinesRetracting clotheslines are a popular yet unique product that comes with a range of line options, extension length options and a multitudeof installation options.They are designed to be used while extended and retracted when not in use, giving you back your garden. They can also be installed in aa multitude of configurations, making them ideal for many locations around the home.Table of ContentsThings You Should KnowLocation & ColoursRecommended ClearancesClothesline BrandsExtended LengthsRetracting ClotheslinesInstallation OptionsInstallation AccessoriesInstallation TablesGround Mount OptionsPegs & AccessoriesFrequently Asked QuestionsInstallation ServiceDelivery FAQ’s346571081112131415Australia’s #11619TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564

Things You Should KnowThe 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 and Austral brands have a minimum extension length of 2m.Number of Lines Required The clotheslines range from 5 to 7 lines depending on the manufacture. If you are limited by the extend length of the Clothesline, additional space can be gained by increasing the number of lines for example going from 4 lines to 6. Determining 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 this when working out your budget and before making a buying decision.We always recommend buying the best quality product your budget allows and the largest one which will suit your home. Because it’s better not to use all the lines than one day wishing 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 the Australian consumer laws. A product warranty will cover plastic components and cord for up to 12 months only, with the balance of the product being covered for longer.1324Australia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564

Location & ColoursThe clotheslines are primarily designed to be used outdoors; however, they can also be installed indoors in places such as garages, laundries, pergolas and other spaces if the wall is suitable to fasten them to securely.You can add a Ground Mount Kit which makes them free standing in your garden. The two brands which can be mounted post to post are Hills and Daytek.Refer to the installation section for the best practices when it comes to installation of your clothesline The retractable clothesline colour options depends on the brand. Hills and Daytek have one colour option and Austral have several.The accessories such as the post kits and backing bars are the same colour as the clothesline bodies.Location Clothesline ColourAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564

Recommended Sizes & ClearancesRetractable clotheslines are measured based on the number of lines or the maximum length they extend. The popular brands offer options of 4 to 6 line with extension lengths up to a massive 10m.The recommended installation height is approximately 50 to 75mm above the persons head who will be using it most. This is a standard dimension, and every manufacture has their own recommended height listed in their installation manual.The clearance around the clothesline can vary based on the brand, which can start from 1.5m each side of the line and away from fences/sheds and other items which could obstruct the clothesline.The extended length referred to by manufactures is the distance the clothesline cord can be pulled out from the body, refer the diagram below.Australia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564

Clothesline BrandsAt The Clothesline Store we only offer industry leading brands. Below is a list of the brands including the warranty period, place of manufacture and category.Brand Warranty Made in CategoryHills 10 Years China BestAustral 20 Years Australia BestDaytek 15 Years China GoodBrabantia 10 Years ChinaIndoor & for delicate items only BestAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564

Extended LengthThe extended length of the clothesline is also important to take into consideration, because each brand has different lengths for the minimum length and maximum length a clothesline can be pulled out. The table below shows these lengths, Hills is the only brand which has a minimum length which is required for the unit to operate correctly, the other brands have no minimum length.Brand Name Min Span (m) Max Span (m)Hills 5 Line Retracting 2 6.75Hills 7 Line Retracting 2 6.75Austral Retractaway 40 2 8Austral Retractaway 50 2 10Daytek 6 Line 0 6.5Australia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564

Retracting ClotheslinesRetracting clotheslines are a unique styled clothesline and come with a number of line options, extension lengths, colours and a multitude of installation options.Because of the nature of these lines and their extension lengths, the line can and will sag when clothes are placed on them. This is because of physics and not avoidable regardless of the brand.The best practice for using these types of lines is to place all the heavy items at the ends closest to the wall or post and the lighter products in the middle. The longer the line is extended the more the line will sag.Read MoreBrand Name ColoursCabinet Width (mm)Max Span (m)Min Span (m)No LinesHanging Area (m)Suits PeopleHills 5 Line Retracting 1 690 6.75 2 5 33 3 - 4Hills 7 Line Retracting 1 940 6.75 2 7 47 4 - 6Austral Retractaway 40 2 800 8 2 5 40 3 - 5Austral Retractaway 50 2 800 10 2 5 50 4 - 8Daytek 6 Line 1 896 6.5 0 6 33 3 - 4Brabantia Indoor Retractable 1 483 4.4 0 5 22 N/AAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564

Retracting ClotheslineThey come in a large range of line numbers and lengths. They can hold large amount of washing and can be retracted when not in use.Why we like them:SUITABLE FOR: Small to large areasSUITS: 2 - 6 PeopleOptional ExtrasGROUND MOUNT KIT: Available with Hills & Daytek ClotheslinesRead MoreAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564

Installation OptionsThe retractable clotheslines come with a multitude of installation options; which are illustrated below. The Hills and Daytekclotheslines can be mounted post to post, however we don't recommend or offer this type of installation for the Austral product as the posts have been known to bend. Australia’s #1Read MoreProtect You & Your ClothesTheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564

Installation AccessoriesDepending on the installation type you select, will determine the accessories you require if any. If you are going from one wall toanother, there are no accessories required. Refer installation options, The accessories include:Mounting Post: Used to secure the clothesline body or receiving bracket instead of a wall.Backing Bar: For holding the clothesline body to a post, not required with the Daytek product or if you are securing it to a wallGround Socket: Holds the post in the ground and allows it to be remove when not in use, this is not available for the Daytek products.Backing BarGround Mount PostSocketAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564

Installation TablesThe two tables below show the accessories required for each installation configuration. Some key points to note are:NOTE: Post to Post not available with Austral and DaytekHills & AustralDaytekInstallation CombinationsStandard Unit Mounting Bracket Post Kit Ground SocketWall To Wall Required Not Required Not Required Not RequiredWall To Post Required Not Required 1 x Required 1 x OptionalPost To Post Required Required 2 x Required 2 x OptionalPost To Wall Required Required 1 x Required 1 x OptionalInstallation CombinationsStandard Unit Post KitWall To Wall Required Not RequiredWall To Post Required 1 x RequiredPost To Post Required 2 x RequiredPost To Wall Required 1 x RequiredAustralia’s #1TheClotheslineStore.com.au1300 509 564

Ground Mount Post OptionsGround mount posts are available for all three brands, the standard ground mount posts are designed for installation into the soil. To install the clothesline posts into a concrete slab or path, you can either core drill (refer to the installation section) or use a mounting plate system. The mounting plate option is only available on the Austral products.Below are the two types of legs kits availableAustralia’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: How far can the line be extended, and it there a minimum amount it can be extended?A: All brands have an adjustable length. The extended length provided by the manufacture is the up to length which means you can extend the line up to this dimension. Also The Hills product has a minimum extended length of 4m.Q: Can the lines be locked in place when they are extended and will they sag?A: Yes they are locked in place by a locking mechanism on the body to hold the cord taught. The lines will sag when weight is placed on them, the amount of sag will depend on the extended length and the amount of washing placed on them.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 with the recommended space being at least 1.5m around the clothesline. 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?A: We don't recommend installation on Hebbal walls, weatherboard walls, fences and cladded walls directly. On these types of walls, we recommend using a post kit solution. Q, Can I install the clothesline posts 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 (for Austral only) which is a more economical option.If you have any enquiries, our team will be happy to help, you can call us on 1300 509 564Australia’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

Delivery & Despatch FAQ'sQ: Is delivery included in the prices at 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 canbe 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. IfThe product page has an installation option so that we can install the product. To determine if we have this service in your area you canfind 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 clotheslines are new and covered by the manufacturer's warranty. Every product has the details of the warranty listed onthem.Q: Do you stock the clothesline products?A, Yes, at The Clothesline Store, we have our own National Distribution Centre and have the largest stock holding of clotheslines in thecountry. 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 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 couriers will govern the delivery time. 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 timewill 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 564Australia’s #1

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