How to dry clothes in small apartments: It's time to be creative

22.08.2023 06:30
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:23

It's easy to dry clothes when you have a drying machine, or if your house is big, but what if you live in a small apartment?

Drying clothes in a small apartment can be a challenge, but with some creative solutions, you can effectively dry your clothes without taking up too much space. 

Here are some methods you can consider.

Foldable Drying Rack

Invest in a foldable drying rack that can be easily set up when needed and then stored away when not in use. 

These racks have multiple tiers and provide ample space for hanging clothes.

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Over-the-Door Hanger

Use an over-the-door hanger with multiple hooks or bars to hang clothes. 

This utilizes vertical space and keeps your clothes off the floor or furniture.

Tension Rods

Install tension rods in a doorway, nook, or between two walls. 

Hang hangers with clothes from the tension rods to create an impromptu drying area.

Retractable Clothesline

Install a retractable clothesline that can be extended when needed and retracted when not in use. 

This is a space-saving way to dry clothes indoors.

Hanging Shower Rod

Use the shower rod as a temporary drying line. 

Hang clothes on hangers from the shower rod and let them air dry in the bathroom.

Wall-Mounted Drying Racks

Install wall-mounted drying racks that can be folded out when needed and folded back against the wall when not in use.

Use Hangers

Hang clothes on hangers and place them on a shower curtain rod, a clothing rack, or any available hooks.

Mesh Laundry Bags

Use mesh laundry bags to dry small items like socks and underwear. Hang the bags on hooks or a drying rack.
 

Kate Yakimchuk Author: Kate Yakimchuk Editor internet resource


Content
  1. Foldable Drying Rack
  2. Over-the-Door Hanger
  3. Tension Rods
  4. Retractable Clothesline
  5. Hanging Shower Rod
  6. Wall-Mounted Drying Racks
  7. Use Hangers
  8. Mesh Laundry Bags