Drying racks
Effortless laundry days with IKEA clothes airer racks
Whether you’re after a compact rotary dryer, an extendable clothes airer, a custom-made balcony airer, or robust drying racks suitable for any home, we offer an array of options where your clothes can simply hang out, dry naturally and soak up some fresh air. Regardless of whether they're made from plastic, wood, or metal, designed to save space, cantilevered or cleverly foldable. We've got your laundry drying needs covered. Read on to discover what factors to keep in mind, how a foldable or small airer can help you make the most of your space and why an extendable airer is particularly worth a look.
Mastering the art of drying racks: your ultimate guide
Want to learn more about clothes airer racks and the art of drying laundry efficiently? Then you've come to the right place. We're also more than happy to share tips on using drying racks effectively, even when you're working with limited space.
Experience flexibility at its best with extendable clothes drying racks by IKEA
On the lookout for a hanging rack that only takes up as much space as you need? An extendable drying rack could be just the ticket. This flexible clothes airer adjusts to accommodate the amount of laundry you need to hang out to dry in a few easy steps. The advantage over other drying racks? If you've only a little laundry to hang, a fold-out rack won't consume as much space as a rigid one. And when there's a larger load to hang, the extendable clothes stand offers plenty of space in no time at all.
Clothes drying rack for the balcony: a natural, fresh air solution
Balcony laundry racks have one standout feature: they're masters of minimal space invasion. With clever mounting solutions, they can turn even the tiniest balcony (or similar small space) into a functional laundry room. How? Simply by attaching your clothes airer for the balcony to the ceiling. A mini rotary dryer is an excellent fit for this job. It accommodates a smaller laundry load without impinging on space better used for an attractive table or a flower pot. Another option, quite literally rooted to the ground, is a foldable clothes airer which - once unfolded - extends vertically rather than horizontally.
Essential tips for making the most of your drying racks
Fancy discovering some handy hints to enhance your use of clothes airer racks? Well, you're in luck - we’ve got a handful of tips for you right here:
Sunshine and breeze: consider outdoor laundry drying
Air plus sun plus wind makes the perfect mix. If this is not possible due to the weather or season, for example, hang the laundry indoors in a place where you can ensure plenty of fresh air and draughts - also to prevent mould from forming in the room. Another tip when it comes to the sun: sunlight can fade colours. That's why it's best to turn coloured laundry inside out and hang it up.
Why you should shake clothes before hanging them up
By giving your clothes a good shake before draping them on the rack, you prevent the fabrics from clinging together, which could otherwise slow down drying or even induce an unpleasant odour. Plus, shaken clothes get less creased - which often means you can dodge the ironing.
Best practices for hanging and drying laundry
The more breeze and airflow your clothes get, the better. That's why it makes sense to hang your clothes on the drying rack with a slight stagger, to let the air circulate more effectively. Remember this: pop smaller items of clothing on the outer parts of the airer, and the larger items towards the middle. Also, rather than just slinging them over the line, clip them up with pegs. This lets in more fresh air, gives you better drying results, and helps avoid those pesky deep-set creases.