Traditional machine dryers can sometimes shrink, stretch, or generally be harsh on certain fabrics. The drying rack, however, gently and safely dries fabric, helping to maintain the quality and integrity of clothes for longer. Even more, it requires zero of the energy used by a traditional dryer, which means lower overall costs when it comes to monthly energy bills. But if you don’t have a garden and your home is on the petite side, it can be a bit of a space-stealer, so I have curated some drying racks that work great in small dwellings.
Accordion Drying Rack. The accordion drying rack is an attractive, functional space saver for your laundry room or bathroom. When needed it extends out easily to provide 10 hanging racks; and when not in use racks collapse under an attractive top shelf that can hold supplies or decorative items. Five large coat hooks are also provided for added functionality. CHECK PRICE
Retractable Clothes Dryer. This true, wall-mount retractable line mounts between any two opposite walls or surfaces, providing more drying potential in the less space. 5 lines extend to 13 1/3′, providing nearly 69′ of drying space. The clothesline can be adjusted and tightened through the use of a thumb screw on one side of the line mount. With the ability to use both indoors and outdoors-you’ll have the flexibility to dry your clothes where it is most convenient. CHECK PRICE
Foxydry ceiling-mounted clothes drying rack. You can slide this ceiling-mounted clothes drying rack all the way down its 1.80 m height or stop it at any intermediate position. It features eight 1.5 m drying rails, offering a total of 12 m of drying space. Hang up to 10 kg of laundry and lift the clothes drying rack effortlessly, reduces laundry weight to the minimum. CHECK PRICE
Set of 2 wall-mounted drying racks. The stainless-steel sleek and modern design drying racks are compact and versatile for use in small spaces, put it up when not in use to save up on floor and closet space. CHECK PRICE
Hanging Rack with 20 Stainless Steel Clothespins. The smart design lets you hang up to 20 garments in 1 compact space for multipurpose drying or storage. CHECK PRICE
Over-the-balcony Drying Rack. This drying rack is suitable for smaller items and can be used on the balcony or over an interior door or even a shower door. The powder coat finish allows for use indoors or outside. CHECK PRICE
Over-Door-Drying Rack. Hang over the door to dry clothes on two shelves. Shelves fold down for compact storage. CHECK PRICE
Bathtub Drying Rack. This space-saving drying rack can be leaned against a wall or folded over tub or sink providing drying space in a small footprint. When not in use, the piece stores flat and slips easily beside a washing machine, in a closet, or behind a door. CHECK PRICE
Basics Foldable Drying Rack. This drying rack takes up minimal floor space and the user-friendly, accordion-style design sets up in seconds (simply expand the rack into the upright position then hook the top bar into place to secure and lock). When finished, the drying rack quickly folds flat for compact storage in a closet or next to the washing machine, ready and waiting for next time. CHECK PRICE
Leifheit retractable clothes drying rack. This wall-mounted airer offers 3.6 m of drying length with the added benefit of a practical towel rail. It opens by swinging the two side arms out and pulling out the 5 steel drying rails, each 60 cm in length. CHECK PRICE
Updated January 2021
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