In most cases, a balcony or loggia is used in apartment buildings for drying. To do this, install a comfortable dryer. At the same time, it should not spoil the aesthetic type of balcony, and during the drying of the lingerie should not interfere with tenants.
If the balcony produced repair, then I don't want to beat the nails once again or drill holes. We give a few examples with which you can make a dryer for linen so that it corresponds to all the above requirements.
Selection of dryer for linen
Sushil ceiling will save space on the balcony
To date, you can buy a finished dryer on the market, and you can equip the dryer on the balcony with your own hands. At this stage, we will pay attention to the types of dryers, which in principle can be arranged on the balcony.
They differ among themselves not only by appearance, but also by the way of fastening and placement. For each of them, various materials are used. But with confidence it can be argued that for their installation will not need special costs and hassle. Such types of dryers can make even amateur on the balcony.
The dryer-elevator will allow linen under the ceiling without much effort
Before buying a finished dryer, you must perform some measurements. This is necessary in order for it to match the balcony dimensions. Basically, the length of the room should be measured. Then we determine which dryer will be purchased. Basically, three types of dryers dominate the market:
- mounted on the ceiling;
- external;
- Dryers-elevators.
The choice of dryers is determined by the conditions on the balcony. To ensure a longer service life of the purchased product, it is necessary to comply with some tips on its choice. It is done according to such rules:
- We definitely pay attention to the weight indicators that it can withstand.
- Make sure fasteners.
- Preference Note stainless steel products.
- When buying, check the package so that all the items are present.
If some fasteners are not high-quality, then it is better to additionally acquire similar, but more reliable.
Different types of dryers
Sliding dryer
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By your device, drying are divided into:
- stationary;
- with sliding mechanism;
- Prefabricated.
If you do not want to drill walls and ceiling on the balcony, then in this case it is best to use sliding and folding dryers. They can be set them at any time for drying, and after performing their function - fold and put in any secluded apartment. So, we will get acquainted in more detail with the principle of the device of some of their species.
Sliding
This product for its design resembles a roulette. If necessary, it can be deployed, and then collapse back. It includes such elements:
- The main mount, which is reliably attached to the wall at the required height;
- The case, in the device of which includes strings in the intended state. If necessary, they are straightened;
- Fastening, which is placed on the opposite side. With it, the dryer is fixed in working condition.
Folding
Folding dryers are divided into two types according to the method of their assembly. Some of them are width, and mostly in length.
In decomposed form, they should be fixed using special brackets.
When buying a folding dryer, you should pay attention to the material from which it is made. The crossbar for drying linen must be made of strings or thin pipes.
The cheapest structures are made of aluminum. But this material does not withstand large loads and with the time of the pipe begin to be fed.
The most reliable option is a stainless steel product. It has a high degree of strength and will serve for a long time. But the cost will be considerable.
If you need a small dryer, you can buy from plastic. But it should be remembered that such a dryer can also withstand not too much load. Before buying, be sure to read the characteristics specified by manufacturers.
Ceiling
The ceiling dryer in its design is a bit more complicated earlier. The basis of it consists of a housing that is attached directly to the ceiling. Pipes are attached with the help of special rollers to the housing.
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Inside them placed a rope. Using it, adjust the tension and height, and then block the dryer in the configured position using a special blocking element. This type of construction is one of the optimal for use on a balcony or loggia.
The quality of such a dryer also depends on the material from which it is made. The most reliable and durable is stainless steel.
Natural
One of the common types are wall structures. They are quite practical and cheap. They are arranged from such elements:
- The main body that is attached to the wall.
- In the middle of the corps, the drum is arranged at which the rope is wound;
- In the upper part, hooks are arranged to which they are attached in the disposable form of the rope.
The advantages of such a design include:
- Compactness. In case of not the use of the structure, the ropes are wounded and do not interfere with residents;
- Low price.
Rope dryers start to sign
But, unfortunately, they have many drawbacks:
- A short-lived - ropes are quite quickly starting to give.
- Do not maintain a large load - a maximum of 6 kg of linen.
Recently, wall dryers in the form of harmonica have recently obtained. This is a console type design that is moving and collected. The maximum width in working condition reaches about half a meter. Very compact and convenient for use for balconies with a small area. Capable to withstand the load from 6 to 10 kg.
Design device with your own hands
Many designs of the dryers, which were presented above, can not be purchased, but to do it yourself. We give several options for linen dryers to the balcony with your own hands, which can be made anyone.
Rope
Consider a design device capable of withstanding a large amount of linen. This option is suitable for balconies that have two opposite walls. A wooden rail will be attached to one of these walls. And on the second mounted stretching. So, we give a detailed instruction of the device dryers with your own hands:- We arrange fasteners in the wall. In the case when the balcony is covered with plastic, attach a large furniture corner in such a way that it falls on the rail to which plastic is attached. A timber is attached to the furniture corners.
- In the upper part of the bar at the same distance, they screw the screws in the form of rings. Similar self-tapping screws by mounting on the wall on the contrary.
- We stretch on the rings of a beep or string for drying linen. Read more about how to make the dryer with your own hands, look in this video:
With the help of self-samples in the form of rings, you can adjust the tension of the rope, which eventually starts to be saved.
Mobile
A more complex option that is suitable for small balconies is a mobile dryer. That is, it is possible to compact it in the case of inappropriate. So, for the mobile dryer device, you need such materials:
- Wooden rails for making frame;
- several branches of wood;
- Wooden board or part of plywood, drywall for the arrangement of the base.
- several hinges for furniture;
- uncomplicated fixing mechanism;
- Several hooks for towels;
- fasteners;
- paint.
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Mark the labels on two rakes frame
Step-by-step instructions will help answer the question of how to make a mobile drying:
- On two rakes for the frame, we place the labels and do the holes for wooden rods. The diameter of the holes must correspond to the diameter of the rod. Rods must be the same length. Next, we insert the rod into the prepared holes on both sides and we collect the frame completely. Rake frames connect with each other with nails.
- We prepare the base that there must be more frame dimensions by 10-15 cm. Next, we attach the frame, namely its lower part to the base with the help of a furniture loop.
- Give the dryer aesthetic look and stain it in color, which is suitable for the balcony interior.
- In the upper part of the design, install a fixing device.
- In the case when the dryer in the assembled form will be used as a hanger, then the hooks for towels can be screwed to the bottom rail.
- Complete the device dryer by mounting its base to the wall. Use for this dowel. Read more about how to make the dryer with your own hands, look in this video:
As you can see, it is quite simple to equip the dryer. The main thing to decide on the type of design so that it is easy to use and not cumbersome.