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Drying in the bathroom - more than a simple market overview

Fortunately, thanks to the advent of automatic washing machines, washing clothes has become easy, one might say, commonplace. But although in many modern models drying function is provided, experienced housewives They prefer to dry things separately, using only the easy spin function. After all, after machine drying, laundry is very difficult to iron. IN this review I will tell you what types of clothes dryers there are for the bathroom and not only for the bathroom, and we will also talk about the criteria for choosing and installing such devices with your own hands.

What kind of clothes dryers does the modern market offer?

Naturally, for all manufacturers of this product, the main criterion is ease of use. But the dimensions of the bathrooms are modern apartments can differ quite a lot.

What is suitable for new buildings with an open plan often simply does not fit in Khrushchev-era buildings. Therefore, you need to choose based on specific conditions.

Wall options

Wall-mounted drying for clothes in the bathroom is deservedly considered one of the oldest and most proven trends. At the moment, among such dryers there are 2 leading models.

The device of the first model is technically considered more complex. This device is a drum with a built-in spring mechanism and latches.

Here the laundry is hung on lines. One end of these ropes is fixed on a monolithic bar, and the second is attached to a drum hidden in a box. In a calm state, that is, when nothing needs to be dried, the box together with the monolithic strip simply hang on the wall.

To bring such a dryer into working condition, you need to take a monolithic strip and, together with ropes, hook it to a pair of brackets mounted on the opposite wall. At this time, the drum will spin, releasing the ropes to the desired length.

When the bar hooks onto the brackets, the spring mechanism will ensure stable tension on the ropes, and so that they do not sag under load, the drum will need to be secured with special stoppers, thereby ensuring its stable position.

Due to its compactness, this model is quite popular. Such dryers from good producers able to withstand up to 12 - 15 kg of wet laundry weight. But these devices have 2 weak points. Firstly, if you constantly “pull” the ropes, they will wear out quite quickly, although this is not so bad, in the end, they can be replaced.

What's worse is that the spring mechanism that tensions the ropes and locking clips actually sits under constant load and if the manufacturer installed low-quality springs with plastic clips, then such drying will not last long. As far as I know, cheap models break down within the first year of operation.

The second type of wall dryers is the so-called cantilever telescopic or, more simply put, retractable dryers. They are made from metal strips and tubes. Unlike the first option, cantilever fixtures are attached to only one wall and do not have any springs or clamps.

In my opinion, the only significant advantage that such devices can boast of is their compactness; when folded, such a dryer will definitely not bother you. At the same time bearing capacity this design does not exceed 5, maximum 7 kg. Most often they are used not for their intended purpose, but as a regular towel rack.

There is another, figuratively speaking, worker-peasant version of wall-mounted dryers. You can make it yourself, but I’ll tell you about it a little later.

Liana as a recognized leader among ceiling-type dryers

For owners of small bathrooms, as well as in apartments with high ceilings a model under the general name Liana for drying clothes in the bathroom is perfect. The dryer received such an extravagant name for the abundance of ropes and hanging rollers.

The ceiling model “Liana” is really very convenient; I have not yet heard any housewife scold this device. The point here is that it is mounted on the ceiling metal frame from two guides. Rollers are suspended from this one, through which ropes are threaded.

But the laundry hangs not on lines, but on metal tubes. Ropes along with rollers are needed to lift and lower metal tubes. Plus, for convenience, a console is attached to the wall, onto which the ends of the ropes cling. Personally, this design reminds me more of the mechanism for raising sails on yachts.

Now such models are made not only in the ceiling, but also in wall version. Their operating principle is absolutely the same. The only difference is in the load-bearing elements. As you probably already understood, the ceiling vine is fixed to the ceiling, and the wall version uses two side wall consoles.

Behind a single name hides a rather wide model range. The length of the tubes in the vines ranges from 50 cm to 2 m. The instructions promise that the vine is designed for an average weight of 15 - 20 kg. But here you need to look at the country of origin.

Our craftsmen, as well as respectable German burghers, as a rule, make high-quality goods. And I can assure you that 20kg is far from the limit.

But as for some (not all) Chinese companies and dryers without identification marks, no matter how low the price, you will waste your money. The ropes will get tangled, the rollers will jump off, and the brackets will bend.

Floor and portable dryer options

List all existing floor options in one small review it’s simply not realistic. Almost everyone has seen such dryers. The most popular model at the moment is a portable folding dryer, vaguely reminiscent of an ironing board.

But besides her there is volumetric structures on wheels, which often cannot be disassembled, but they are very convenient to move around the apartment. As far as I have seen, all such dryers are made of metal.

I like them for their reliability. There are no ropes, rollers or brackets, everything is extremely simple, a regular grid with cross bars. If such drying is handled normally, then children will also get it.

As for portable models, the range is even wider. The most famous is the dryer, consisting of 2 halves connected by hinges in the form of a book.

It is made specifically for use in the bathroom. This type of dryer has special stops along the edges. You just need to open this “book” and place it on the edges of the bathroom.

My wife once on occasion, at a sale, bought a so-called radiator dryer, meaning heating. It consists of 2 curved hooks that cling to the battery, and 5 transverse tubes are welded between them.

I have never seen a simpler design. My wife uses it when she washes various small items with her own hands without spinning. First, she hangs the dryer on the bathtub, and after the laundry has drained, she transfers it to the radiator, quickly, cheaply and conveniently.

Active dryers

Active dryers I call stationary heated towel rails powered by heating system at home or from serving hot water. As well as units that run on electricity.

Well, there is practically nothing to talk about stationary water heated towel rails; as a rule, they are installed once and if you did not spare money and bought a quality item, then you will use such a dryer for life.

As for electric models, they can be either stationary or portable. Stationary electric models differ from water models only in the type of coolant.

Portable models are less common, but you can still find them if you wish. All electric dryers of this type operate on the same principle as oil heater. That is, special oil is pumped inside the sealed housing and a heating element is installed.

They differ from a standard heater only in the configuration of the body; there are crossbars specifically for hanging laundry and enhanced protection from high humidity.

Such electric portable models operate from a 220V network, the power in them is calculated so that the temperature does not exceed 60ºC, so it is not possible to get burned on them.

If you buy an electric model of a bathroom dryer, whether it is stationary or portable, first of all, make sure that your outlet is equipped with a ground loop. The bathroom is a damp room and you shouldn’t rely on a Russian “maybe”; the consequences can be more than serious.

Average cost table for popular dryers

Dryer name	Approximate price of the dryer	Type of design
Ceiling and wall-ceiling models of the “Liana” type	760 – 2000 rubles
Floor-standing portable models	830 – 1500 rubles
Models with bathtub support	550 – 4000 rubles
Folding wall-mounted dryer on consoles	550 – 720 rubles
Wall-mounted drum dryer	737 – 1200 rubles
Portable electric dryer	1500 – 3790 rubles
Wall-mounted dryer under a radiator	185 – 295 rubles
Stationary electric heated towel rail	From 5500 rubles
Water heated towel rail	From 1500 rubles

When choosing a factory model, in order not to make a mistake, you need to pay attention to several fundamental things:

• Almost all modern factory models, if not completely, then at least partially consist of metal. So, I recommend abandoning ferrous metals, that is, ordinary steel, right away. It is best to take stainless steel; if you don’t mind spending money on it, take nickel-plated metal; if treated with care, such a coating will last for quite a long time. As a last resort, buy aluminum, but you shouldn’t count on any serious strength here;

Sometimes managers shopping centers go for a trick. They say that although the dryer is made of ferrous metal, it is powder coated on top, which is an indicator of quality. So enamel, powder coating or some other paint when active exploitation It will begin to crack within a year, and after a couple of years you will find rust at the joints.

• The second sore spot is the clothesline in the bathroom.. Even if you are an ardent supporter of everything natural, in this case It is better to take synthetic ropes. Once again, the bathtub room is warm and humid. Under such conditions, any natural material will quickly become a breeding ground for fungus and mold.
  The fact that the rope itself will rot is not a problem. Dangerous are mold spores that will constantly remain on things, including underwear. And this, sooner or later, can lead to serious health problems;

• Don't go for cheap goods. A dryer is not an essential item. If you don’t have enough money for a quality item, it’s better to dry your clothes for a while old-fashioned method, pulling a rope on the balcony, in the kitchen or in one of the rooms. Do not forget about the old proven truth that the miser pays twice.

• First of all, remember wall models dryers, at least their main, load-bearing part, should be mounted exclusively on the main, load-bearing wall. Installing a dryer on a wall is always a risk. The entire wall, of course, won’t collapse, but you won’t be able to drive good dowels into it; it won’t be thick enough. And a weak fastening can eventually break out along with the cladding. Agree, it would be a pity to completely re-tile the bathroom because of a small dryer;
• Before you buy this or that model, think, or better yet, measure whether it will fit in your bathroom. How convenient would it be to close the window, if there is one? Will it interfere with the doors and will you also be able to shower freely?

• A high-quality wall or ceiling vine for drying clothes in the bathroom is an irreplaceable thing. But with large volumes, one must not forget that the bathtub, in essence, is not a large room and sooner or later the increased humidity will do its job. In order to protect my bathtub from mold and mildew, I personally immediately installed an exhaust fan, and then, when I was doing the renovation, I installed an electric heated floor.

Homemade dryers

As I already mentioned at the beginning, the simplest device for drying clothes that you can come up with and make with your own hands in the bathroom is a rope stretched over 2 hooks. But one rope, as a rule, is not enough. My wife at one time demanded that there be at least 3 such ropes.

I didn’t think twice about it, I took 2 bars with a cross-section of 40x40 mm and a little more than half a meter in length. I sanded them well, coated them with urethane-alkyd varnish and secured each one with three anchors to the wall. Then I bought a dozen nickel-plated screws in the form of hooks, screwed them into the planks and pulled 5 strong ropes between them.

Then, in one of the magazines, I saw an original wooden dryer made in the form of a window and made the same one for my bath. The idea is extremely simple. First, the outer frame is mounted and decorated to look like a window.

After this, the frame is made slightly smaller than the outer one, so that it clearly fits into the outer one. From below these frames are connected by ordinary door hinges, and instead of a limiter, a leather belt up to a meter long is attached to the top.

A series of horizontal bars are inserted inside the second frame, onto which the laundry is actually hung. The crossbars can be made of wood or stainless steel, it’s up to your taste. When you need to dry your laundry, the inner frame opens and the clothes are hung on the crossbars. In the diagram below I showed general principle assembly of such a dryer.

Conclusion

Of course, you can live without a clothes dryer for the bathroom, but believe me, it’s much more “dressy” and easier with it. The photo and video in this article contains additional information on the topic of dryers. If you have any questions, write them in the comments, I will try to help.

August 22, 2016

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Clothes dryer for the bathroom, every woman has to dry her clothes after washing.

Some people use the clothes drying function in washing machines, others hang things on the radiator.

Today there are designs on sale that make the process convenient and efficient.

Types of clothes dryers

Dryers vary in design shape and method of attachment to the surface.

The dryer is mounted to the ceiling, the design consists of metal rods suspended using a roller mechanism and ropes. Mounting is carried out under the ceiling.

One by one, you can lower each bar down, hang the laundry and lift it up. This design can withstand approximately 20 kilograms of wet laundry.

A dryer with ceiling mounting is suitable for high rooms, as well as small rooms with standard ceilings.

Wall-mounted dryer:

Rod - this dryer design is mounted on one of the walls, the principle of operation is similar to a dryer mounted to the ceiling. Well suited for drying wool products, as well as those products that are not recommended to be folded to avoid deformation.

Rope - it is widespread. It is distinguished by the ability to regulate the tension of the ropes and the lack of regulation of their height. Low-hanging laundry will make it difficult to use the bathroom, and too high a line will force you to constantly use the chair.

Console - suitable for use, you need to extend the rods attached in the form of an accordion. This shape is suitable for small bathrooms. After drying the laundry, it is folded and pressed tightly against the attached wall. Allows you to significantly increase usable area.

Ideal for drying small items (towels, T-shirts, children's clothes), but it is inconvenient for drying large items (bed linen, blanket).

Floor-mounted dryer

The dryer is installed on the floor. When unfolded, they have a large work surface. It can be installed in any room with free space. It folds and unfolds easily.

Can be stored in any narrow space. Floor-mounted dryers take up little space when folded. In a small room, such a dryer can take up all the free space.

Dryer powered by electricity

For people with limited time, an electric dryer is ideal. On the positive side is the ability to quickly dry laundry, but is not suitable for all types of fabrics.

Some fabrics are easily deformed from overheating and lose their aesthetic qualities. The service life of such fabrics is rapidly reduced.

Drying things on the radiator

A type of drying clothes using temperature. Additional installation does not require. The laundry is simply hung on the radiator.

It is difficult to dry large items on a radiator, but it is ideal for small items.

With this type of drying, it is necessary to be careful about products that are sensitive to temperature conditions.

Drying things in the bath

With this type of drying, a design is selected that is easy to install and remove.

Occupies the working surface of the bath, but frees up space on the floor. If you place such a dryer in the bathroom, it will be impossible to use it.

How to decide on a design for drying clothes?

Of course, when choosing a dryer, you should decide where and how it is convenient for you to dry things.

Is it convenient for you to dry them in the bathroom, do you have enough space for drying in the living room, or is it possible to move the dryer to the balcony - all this will determine standard design dryers.

If you prefer to dry items in small batches, then you don't need to choose a large floor dryer.

When staying in small apartment Console or ceiling dryers are better suited, since when folded they will not take up much space. Floor dryers are best used in spacious rooms.

When choosing dryers, you should pay attention to the material of construction.

Due to constant high humidity metal structure must be treated with a stainless steel compound. You can choose a stainless steel dryer. This dryer will serve you for a long time and will not lose its appearance.

All dryer fittings must be well made. The fasteners and hinges should hold the dryer well on the surface or when unfolded. Tension ropes must have a smooth surface.

When choosing a particular dryer, it is necessary to take into account the characteristics of the bathroom and the availability of free space in it. A properly selected dryer will decorate your bathroom.

Photo of a clothes dryer for the bathroom

To ensure that the process of drying clothes causes a minimum of inconvenience, and that chaotically hung shirts and pillowcases do not spoil the interior, you need comfortable and beautiful clothes dryers for the bathroom. Do right choice and will help not to return to it in the next few years useful recommendations and advice.

The range of devices for drying clothes is more than wide. The first thing that catches your eye is the variety of shapes, among which there are miniature models for drying small items above the bathtub, and spacious folding structures that can accommodate the contents of a huge closet on their crossbars. In order not to make a mistake in your choice, you will have to soberly assess the size of your own bathroom and finally decide where the dryer will be located: on the floor, on the wall or on the ceiling.

Floor dryers

Floor-mounted folding structures are convenient because they do not take up much space and are not in plain sight when there is nothing to dry - the “folding bed” folds compactly and can be stored in a closet or in a corner. This form is ideal for those who do laundry 1-2 times a week and have sufficient space to use a bulky design when unfolded without compromising a visit to the bathroom.

Folding design is suitable for a spacious room

Vertical models are more compact and can fit in a free corner of the bathroom without compromising the interior or convenience. But this modification is more suitable for those who wash exclusively with an automatic machine and use a spin cycle - if you place poorly wrung clothes on the upper floors, then drops will fall on the lower shelves, leaving unsightly smudges and increasing the drying time.

Vertical models are more compact

Wall dryers

A compact wall-mounted clothes dryer for the bathroom cannot boast of a large capacity, but it does not require additional space and quickly comes into working order. Such devices are ideal for those who do not like to accumulate a lot of things, but prefer to wash in small batches.

Wall accordions take up little space

Ceiling dryers

Ceiling fixtures – modern alternative grandma's ropes. They can be folding or permanently attached. If you hang the structure directly above the bathtub, you can safely hang on it things that are dripping with water. Most significant drawback ceiling models is that they limit the ability to use the bathroom while drying things.

There are many modifications of dryers for ceilings

How to choose a durable bathroom dryer

Having decided on the shape, you should take a close look at the quality of the product and, first of all, at the materials from which the dryer is made. It is important not to forget about high humidity in the bathroom and frequent contact of elements with wet things - all parts and fasteners must be resistant to corrosion. The most durable and practical material is stainless steel. It makes sense to choose aluminum only if the device will be used only for light laundry.

Convenient and popular “Liana”

Sometimes, instead of stainless steel, manufacturers use ordinary steel, protecting it from moisture with enamel or powder dyes. Unfortunately, enamel is short-lived and quickly becomes cracked. High-quality powder coating is more reliable and is not afraid of moisture, but it must be flawlessly applied to all parts of the product.

In inexpensive wall-mounted dryers and in compact models designed to be placed on a bathtub or on a door, plastic is often found. Buy one economical option Of course it’s possible, but you shouldn’t count on long years of service.

The distance between strings or crossbars must be at least 6 cm

In order not to make a mistake in choosing a dryer for the bathroom, it is recommended to take a tape measure with you to the store. Firstly, it will help you determine the dimensions with an accuracy of a centimeter, and secondly, you can use it to measure the distance between the crossbars or ropes. Ideally, it should be at least 6 cm - otherwise things will take longer to dry, and accidental contact can lead to stains on light-colored fabrics.

Electrical devices for quickly drying clothes

For those who like quick results, there are electric dryers. These devices help out both in winter and summer. In order to dry small items, 40-50 minutes are enough, and large items such as duvet covers and blankets dry in 2-4 hours.

When choosing an electric assistant, it is important to pay attention to its power - it is advisable that this parameter be at least 70 W, then the device can easily cope with bulky jackets, pillows and thick winter sweaters. So that the dryer can be trusted not only with coarse, but also with thin fabrics, it is recommended to give preference to models with several temperature settings.

Standard floor system

For admirers of traditional solutions, they produce folding floor models, reminiscent in shape of the usual folding dryers. For small rooms There are compact wall structures that can be used not only for their intended purpose, but also for heating the bathroom.

For delicate fabrics and instant results, they came up with a system in which clothes get rid of excess moisture through hot air circulation. Such models have a frame and a cover, inside of which the quick drying process takes place.

Fast delicate electric dryer

Designer clothes dryers not only perform their duties efficiently, but also decorate the bathroom. For a large room, a star-shaped design that folds out like an accordion is suitable.

Star dryer for a large number of small items

Even in a small bathroom there is room for a wall structure that imitates a nice window. The color of the frame is easy to match to the overall design.

Idea for small spaces

Those who like to take foot baths will like the rocking chair with a device for drying clothes.

Rocking chair with extended capabilities

For a country-style bathroom, wood products are more suitable, which, if desired, can be easily made with your own hands.

Wood goes perfectly with rustic style

For small items and knitted items that require washing without spinning, you can purchase an additional dryer installed directly on the bathtub.

The simplest bath fixture

For lovers of technological innovations, it makes sense to take a closer look at the compact ceiling system controlled by remote control. When hanging things, the crossbars are lowered to a comfortable height; during the drying process, the laundry can be raised slightly, and while waiting for the next wash, the structure folds compactly under the ceiling and does not spoil the interior.

Automatic model with remote control

If in huge assortment stores do not have the unique model that you want to have in your home, there are only two options left: either make a device for drying clothes with your own hands, or contact specialists and order them a design drawn in your imagination.

Video: making a clothes dryer with your own hands

For many people, drying clothes after washing can be a challenge, especially when there are a lot of items to dry. Bathrooms and balconies usually have small areas; drying facilities are not always provided. Then you should think about purchasing special structures for hanging laundry after washing. There are various types of devices on sale that can be installed in any room and can be easily folded after use. This design is considered a wall-mounted clothes dryer, convenient in any bathroom, regardless of its size, because it is installed directly on the wall. But it’s worth considering all the features of the device in advance.

For many people, the dryer is the only solution for drying washed clothes. But the size of the room simply does not allow for the installation of large structures. But due to the fact that many stores are simply overwhelmed various devices of this type, then choosing a compact, but at the same time multifunctional model will not be special labor. A wall-mounted clothes dryer for the bathroom combines all these qualities, and it is suitable for bathrooms of any size.

This device has a number of advantages:

• compact dimensions - wall structures have small dimensions, so they can be easily used anywhere;
• functionality - the models of these products have a sliding design, which, if necessary, can be expanded into a wide area for drying things and folds into a compact product;
• Easy installation - you can easily install it yourself. To do this you don't need to have great experience, you just need to have available equipment and desire;
• simple operation - using these products is easy, it does not require superpowers;
• durable base - often made of durable materials - plastic increased strength, iron.

A bathroom dryer may also have negative features:

• wall structures do not always have large size, they often have a small area for drying;
• low degree of load - maximum load can reach up to 10 kilograms;
• low strength of fastenings - under the weight of laundry, fastenings wear out, crack, and break.

Types of wall-mounted clothes dryers

Wall products can be produced different types and types, but they are all installed on the walls. They may have stationary, sliding structure. To understand the features of these products, it is worth carefully considering all types and their characteristics.

Stationary

Stationary structures are conventional rope dryers. They consist of stretched ropes. A rope dryer is usually installed above the bathtub. Since it has a fairly compact size, after installation it does not bother anyone and fulfills its purpose.

Roller rope products are considered the best option for stationary products. The main advantage of these products is that they can be used even if there is no full access to the entire length of the rope. The rope is fixed on rollers, it can be easily moved; to do this, just pull the area of ​​any of the parts, pushing towards you the thing that is difficult to reach.

Stationary ones can be installed in the bathroom, on balconies. Often roller structures are installed on loggias, on the streets near a window. Roller ones provide full access to the entire surface of the ropes and prevent clothes from suddenly falling when hanging.

• compact dimensions;
• easy installation;
• simple design that you can make yourself;
• low cost;
• easy to use.

Sliding

A sliding dryer can be installed in bathrooms and on balconies. These products have a second name - “accordion”, since they are quite similar to this product.

Features of the sliding product:

• a structure of this type is installed on the surface of the walls and, if necessary, extends;
• this type of dryer is made of tubes made of metal material, which are secured on both sides by a special mechanism;
• products of this type can withstand increased loads; they can hang up to 10 kilograms of laundry;
• move apart quite widely, from 5 to 10 tubes;
• narrow in width from 500 cm to 1 meter 20 cm.

Folding

One of the popular products for drying clothes is the folding design. Products of this type consist of several parts, one is stationary, which is attached to the wall surface, and the other is mobile, it is attached to hooks on the opposite wall. The stationary part has a rotating drum on which ropes are wound.

The ropes are stretched with a slight degree of reinforcement. Once the items are completely dry, the mobile part is removed from the hooks and the ropes return to their place by inertia.

You can make this type of dryer yourself. To do this, you need to secure the ropes of the required length using slats, then they are wound onto the drum. Any cylindrical object can be used as a drum. But still, purchased models are considered the best option. This is due to the fact that their winding is carried out automatically; if desired, you can tighten the drum to tension the ropes. These products can be folded independently.

Positive qualities of structures:

• when folded, they take up little space;
• easy operation;
• can be used for small rooms - for bathrooms, balconies;
• low cost.

But there are several disadvantages:

• can withstand weight up to 6-7 kilograms;
• during frequent use, sagging of the ropes is observed;
• the basis of these structures is made of plastic material, which has low strength.

Lift system

The dryer lift system is an exhaust design that is highly convenient and practical. This type of product is fastened not only to the wall area, but also to the ceiling, which is why it is often called wall-ceiling.

Positive features of the devices:

• the design has 6 tubes made of a metal base, which can be adjusted in height;
• when hanging laundry, the tubes can be lowered to the required height, and then raised;
• the base is made of durable metal material, which has increased wear resistance;
• the design can withstand up to 20 kilograms of laundry.

By appearance and functionality it is a regular heated towel rail. The product has the shape of a ladder. Main feature The advantage of this product is that it is designed for small amounts of laundry. But due to the fact that it is electric, during drying the product heats up and ensures quick drying of things. But during use you should be especially careful because we're talking about about electrical appliance. It is advisable to limit the access of children to the bathroom while this device is operating.

Manufacturing materials

The dryer can be anything - rope, folding, sliding, electric, but in any case it is important that it is made of quality material. Therefore, it is important to know what materials they are made from. wall dryers:

• rope products are low in cost, but they have a rather fragile structure. The base is usually made of plastic, which cracks and breaks over time. Under the weight of the laundry, all the ropes sag and wear out;
• Aluminum dryers have a much stronger base, but it is often deformed. Since aluminum is a fairly soft metal, after some time during use, dents and deformations appear on the surface of the product. The metal oxidizes, which can ultimately lead to stains on the clothes being dried;
• Steel products are considered the most durable, but they have a high price. But the increased cost is fully justified by its strength characteristics. The product can withstand increased loads, does not deform or break. Dryers made of steel have an increased service life; even after 10-15 years they completely retain all their original qualities.

Aluminum

Rope

Steel

Features of choice

In order to purchase quality product To dry laundry, you should pay attention to the important qualities of this product, namely its intended purpose and strength characteristics. The further wear and tear of the structure will depend on how correctly this product is chosen.

• type of construction - this criterion depends on how large the bathroom is. If the room has a small area, then you can use sliding or folding models. When folded, they take up very little space;
• degree of load - it is advisable to purchase products with a load of 10 kilograms. It is also worth remembering that rope products should not be overloaded, otherwise all the ropes will sag in the future;
• material of manufacture - it is better to purchase steel products, they have high strength and wear resistance. However, these designs have a high cost.

Dryer wall view is convenient option for small rooms - bathrooms, balconies.

These products are practical and convenient to use, especially in winter, when it is not possible to dry clothes outside. But still, when choosing these products, you should pay attention to all the pros and cons of these designs. You also need to consider the type and design of this type of dryer.

Video

Photo

Gone into the past Soviet times, when on weekends the washed clothes were decorated with multi-colored flags in the courtyards and on the balconies. Now the situation has changed, and housewives prefer to dry things at home, because during the cold period they take too long to dry in loggias and balconies, and there is no certainty that after such drying they will not become even dirtier than before washing, due to the dirt and mud prevailing in the atmosphere of the streets. soot. But in an apartment you won’t hang laundry in all the rooms either, so you usually dry things in the bathroom. And so that they do not take up much space and dry faster, a clothes dryer installed in the bathroom - optimal solution problems. But how not to get confused in the variety of offers and choose exactly the one that would meet all the needs of the family and the housewife herself? What types of dryers are there, where can they be placed and how many clothes can they hold? These questions concern everyone who has decided to install such a structure at home.

Ceiling

Manufacturers have taken care of the ease of use of this design. It is equipped with several metal tubes, their number reaches eight pieces. With the help of a rope suspension, they are lowered one at a time or all together and rise in the same way, which is very convenient.

The main advantage of the dryer is that it does not take up useful space, is adjustable in height, and clothes dry faster on it due to warm air, gathering at the top. This design can be installed in any part of the ceiling: above the bathroom - then drops flowing from things will fall directly into it, above washing machine- in this case, hanging laundry will not interfere with acceptance in any way water procedures. The length of the tubes is adjustable depending on the size of the room. They can even be attached to suspended ceiling, you just need to first consult with a specialist, and if the ceilings are monolithic, then it will have to be secured with anchor bolts.

Housewives fell in love with this design because of its comfortable operation and the ability to place more than 20 kg of washed laundry on it. What does a ceiling-mounted clothes dryer look like for a bathroom? The photo above gives a clear idea.

Floor

This clothes dryer, installed in the bathroom, is reliable and convenient. Metal threads are arranged parallel to each other on a folding base. The design is similar to an ironing board: it can be easily unfolded and folded, and in this form it takes up very little space in the apartment. Its advantage is that the drying area is large enough, and you can place it on it. large number linen Another plus is mobility: if one of the family decides to wash, then moving it to the room will not be difficult. Now there are new modifications that resemble whatnots; they can accommodate even more laundry. But there is also a drawback: such designs are very attractive to young children. They may steal drying clothes and tip the dryer over themselves. Therefore, if she migrated from the bathroom to residential area, it is better to put it in a separate room and close the door.

Wall-mounted clothes dryer for bathroom

This type of dryer is an excellent choice for small spaces and for families with children. preschool age. There are three types:

Electric

If there are many family members, then an electric clothes dryer for the bathroom - ideal option. It is, of course, not cheap, but at the same time the clothes dry on it almost instantly. And you can save significantly on installation: usually the manufacturer supplies the buyer detailed instructions even with step by step photos, but caution will not hurt here - after all, electricity requires increased attention. In appearance, the design resembles a heated towel rail with a wire. Such dryers are compact when assembled.

When installing the structure, it is advisable to take into account that it should be located far from the source of moisture so that splashes do not fall on it. The distance from the floor is at least 20 cm, and from the furniture - 75 cm. The socket should be located in a safe place, but not above the dryer, since the vapors from drying clothes rush upward.

The advantages of this design are undeniable: laundry dries several times faster; if the heating is already turned off, it can heat the bathroom for bathing the baby; indispensable for poor ventilation and dampness.

Other types

You can buy a device consisting of a frame with slats or ropes, which is placed directly on the bathtub. The good thing is that water from wet things does not drip onto the floor. But the laundry takes a long time to dry, and using the shower will be problematic, and the stability of the structure is not important.

A dryer attached to a battery, of course, allows you to dry clothes in short term provided the heating is turned on, but not all bathrooms have radiators, so they are often also attached to the bathtub itself, which is very inconvenient: movement is limited and using the shower is difficult.

There is also a folding clothes dryer on sale that can be installed in the bathroom. It can be mounted on a window or door. It is small and won’t fit a lot of laundry on it, but this design comes in handy in the tiny rooms of Khrushchev-era apartment buildings.

Which one to choose

To ensure that a clothes dryer installed in the bathroom does not disappoint after purchase, when choosing it, you should take into account the characteristics of the room, functionality of use, the amount of laundry to be washed, practicality, quality of the material and the aesthetic needs of the housewife.

For small-sized housing, ceiling and wall dryers are suitable. They will not consume space and will allow you to optimally use a small bathroom area. If there is little laundry or things for a baby are being washed, then console dryers are suitable.

The floor design is appropriate in a large bathroom, but if the room does not allow it, then it can be moved into the room.

The material from which the dryers are made is also important. Aluminum ones weigh little and are inexpensive, but one cannot exclude the possibility that they won’t last long: they break often, aluminum is a fragile metal and bends under the weight of wet laundry. This is especially true for budget dryers made of this material.

Metal dryers should be chosen only with spraying, otherwise they will become rusty at high air humidity. The practicality of such structures ends as soon as the integrity of the coating is damaged. Rust stains appear on the tubes, which transfer to the laundry and damage it irrevocably.

Stainless steel is one of the optimal materials for the dryer: it can withstand quite heavy loads, does not corrode and looks attractive.

You should pay attention to small details and accessories of the product: their reliability guarantees a long service life. The fastenings must be of high quality, the hinges must be strong, then the clothes dryer for the bathroom will last a long time, and you can rest assured that it will not fall from the wall or from the ceiling at the wrong time. Its strings should be smooth and even, without burrs or notches. Sometimes a responsible manufacturer adds to the kit the dowels and screws necessary for installing the dryer, then the problem of independently selecting them to size disappears.

Regardless of which clothes dryer you choose for the bathroom, in any case it will allow you to quickly and efficiently solve the problem of drying things in your apartment and even decorate the room with interesting and unexpected design solutions.