Doing the laundry is a universal chore and you need to have the right tools with you in order to have a more efficient process. A critical tool for drying laundry is a clothes airer. In this article, we will look at ways to select the right clothes dryer for your household.
Think about the space available for drying clothes
Choosing the right dryer becomes more important when you have limited floor space. If you have a dedicated laundry room that is quite spacious, there are more options that can be explored. When it comes to small spaces, you can consider clothes dryers that can be mounted on the wall or have a retractable feature so that you can only use it when you need it. If you have sufficient space, you can use ceiling mounted dryers or freestanding units.
You also have to consider the volume of laundry that is washed typically in one day. A smaller clothes airer will be sufficient for a small household but you will need to choose a higher capacity rack if you have a large family. The airer should be able to accommodate all the clothes without causing overcrowding. If you overload the airer, the clothes will need a longer time to dry and you may notice that clothes tend to dry unevenly.
Consider the material of the airer
You can find airers in metal, plastic and wood. The material you choose depends on your preferences. You can think about the durability of the material as well. Wooden airers such as a bamboo clothes airer will have a classic look and will not affect the aesthetics of the space. But there may be some wear and tear over time if you keep them in damp environments. You have to ensure proper ventilation in a laundry room.
You can ensure a higher level of durability with metal or plastic airers as they are more resistant to moisture. But in the end, it all depends on how you use it. Whichever material you choose, it is important to select an airer that has a high quality construction. This will be evident in well-built frames and sturdy joints. Check whether the airer comes with a sturdy locking mechanism.
Portability is something you have to think about
Especially if you are moving the airer around the house. This may not be an issue if you only plan to have the airer in the laundry room. But some tend to have the airer moved outdoors to take advantage of sunlight and better ventilation. If portability is a priority for you, look for airers that can be easily folded so that they can be stored and moved conveniently. There are airers that come with wheels as well so that you can easily move it around.
Consider the drying mechanism of the airer. The traditional racks have bars or wires to hand clothes and this is quite versatile. Then there are accordion frames that can be folded when not in use. You can also use tired drying racks that come with multiple tiers. This is a great option for drying delicate items. Retractable or wall mounted racks are space saving units for compact laundry spaces.
