This is a great discount on a quality sturdy clothes airer if you are after one.
12m of line which holds a large load of washing and wide enough (1.5m) for sheets. It folds flat and easy to move from inside to out even with washing on it.
No collapsing like the cheapy ones so I’ve bought one to upgrade.
Pretty sure this is the same model I have, it's about 10+ years old now and still works great, have replaced the line once only
can second this too, we have a big family 7 ish people and it has lasted over 12 years for us and still going strong, only need to replace the strings but it can be done easily. that being said, dont know if its the same brand
Is the line material solid metal?
No it’s the poly core line with PVC outer shell - UV stabilised
It has a lifetime warranty, so do they replace these lines if damaged from aging and weather?
No it’s only 12 months warranty on the line. Even in the constant sun I’ve had Hills line last years before needing replacement
@Leelee: They do stretch overtime though. But the line is easy to tighten before it eventually needs to be replaced.
I am not sure this level of expenditure is the best for this purpose in many cases though. Those little foldable lines with the fixed steel lines can be had for $12 or so. A couple of those would have similar total length, especially if there was a foldable or rotary hoist in the backyard. And of course, for sheets there is the dryer even if you don’t have an outside line or it’s wet.
@entropysbane: Each to their own. I have one of the metal ones that the coating is now flaking off and is so frustrating to move as they collapse easily then get caught on things when folding to store. For families with more washing something like this could be more practical especially in weather when things don’t dry quickly
Will it hold my drop saw?
I used one for a bed
No, but it will drop your saw instead
Cheers, bought…. Now to return the small one I bought yesterday from OzB!
I had a hills hanger for many years and when it broke i bought this one and was terribly disappointed with the quality. I couldn't see it lasting 15 years like my old one.
I ended up buying a full aluminium hanger from kmall for about $150 and love it way more. It's super lightweight and sturdy so i carry it in and out all the time. Only downside is its not as big and i can only do 1 bed sheet at a time.
Maybe they changed the design but as I said above I have had one for over 10 years and it's still solid
Damn.. Sold out in Sydney and can't be delivered
I just checked this morning and some have stock again. Be quick and order. I just got one myself now
Thanks OP. Just moved house and didn't realise it doesn't have a clothesline! Will try this one out.
Used this for about 5yrs, going strong
My wife went through heaps of the cheap ones.
I got sick of buying them so I tried a few different more expensive ones but not the one that OP posted.
This is the latest one and it is a tank. It's also huge so you can hang shirts on the bottom section.
https://www.bunnings.com.au/hills-xl-h-frame-airer-black_p04…
similar background story to you, except our tried and tested solution was this:
https://www.bunnings.com.au/hills-deluxe-2-tier-airer-black_…
Think similar sizes (26m Vs 27m). We actually have 2 of the one in my link, my favourite part is loading the line in the lounge watching the TV, then it gets wheeled out the door to a place either in the front or back yard depending on where sun is. Unexpected rain? I wheel it under a hidden carport in seconds. 52m of washing from 1 or 2 weekend loads in our 14kg LG.
It's interesting how the one in the deal has a higher RRP but seems simpler.
It's only advantage seems to be that it's more like a traditional clothes line so you can hang sheets and wide things as the line doesn't run across the short side
Wheels would be sweet! It's always an effort getting our stuff in and out the back door.
Yeah they are absolutely a treat. They effortlessly move fully packed through the front and back door. Just last night I had both out with 52m of washing, hot day and it dried in no time. I'll sometimes just wheel them every few hours, do a 180 so the sun gets directly on the B side.
Last night when I locked up, I knew the weather was going to turn super rainy all day today so wheeled them into the front room of the house where I know they'll remain perfectly dry as I unload them all today whilst it pelts down outside. We are middle aged and this is our go to now - even preferring it to our newish Bosch dryer. We have a fixed clothes line in the back yard, haven't used it a single time in years. Also great in winter to wheel it under the split system in the lounge and wheel away if certain guests arrive.
Yours looks excellent though, 20 years ago I would've had less trouble moving that than these days. 🙂
Barely any stock anywhere, and not available for delivery
Just saw some have stock again. Be quick
Horrible 1 star reviews of poor quality. Broken after 2 months? Spend the extra and get something that will last for years.
had it for 5 years
That still has short rails so no good for sheets
i scrunch the sheets up (bed sheets) to fit since they're light and will still dry
Or you can fold the sheet and it'll still dry
The metal powder coated units do rust out sadly…
The cheap stainless steel ones have plastic joints that break. I’ve found strong aluminum ones last the best
https://www.lucaliving.com.au/clothes-airer-a-frame-all-alum…
https://soko.com.au/products/limited-edition-aluminium-a-fra…
With the plastic joints we reinforce them using gaffer tape. However, I do agree the Aluminium ones are better.
I have used this for over 8 years now. Always outside,under sun etc.only has minor wear n tear on the line where it threads at the corner of the frame. Otherwide as good as new
this is the best. Rugged, last long time.
What's more practical? This or 5 of the IKEA one?
https://www.ikea.com/au/en/p/frost-drying-rack-in-outdoor-wh…
I have had one of these for 15 years, purchased at Bunnings. It replaced the hills hoist which was a PITA for me. Its light enough to pick up and move around but sturdy enough not to get blown over except in extreme winds. Shirts and blouses get hung on coathangers from the small holes in the cross braces.
Sheets can be easily hung but need a bit of folding over. I don’t do undies on there, I have a pervy neighbour. I can put it in the garage in ratty weather, or fold it up for storage when not in use. Can’t recommend highly enough. (I also have an indoor airer which I detest but its OK for “smalls”)
Just set mine up. Seems very sturdy. Family of 4 with 2 young kids. Haven't used it yet! I love the fact that we can move it anywhere.
Annnnnnnnd cheaper than a treadmill