Of course, even with the space-saving design of a rotary dryer, this one will take up more room than others on this list – it has four arms, and up to a whopping 3. This is a slightly different, more compact design than you might be used to seeing but that makes for a really stable free-standing washing line.

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And, because there are two lines, each line can point to a different section of your garden to really maximise drying space – which is ideal if you have a large family and do a lot of washing. Try to avoid installing it too close to your garden furniture or other obstacles that you’ll need to navigate if you are taking your washing down in a hurry!

Still, it folds up so small it’s perfect when space is an issue or if you want a convenient option when travelling or camping. When you've used your best fabric softener on your brand-new bedsheets, the last thing you want is them flapping in the breeze and the mud simultaneously, which is why the 60m Brabantia Lift-O-Matic Rotary Washing Line has also made the list. A lightweight, but sturdy, rotary washing line, the Vileda Sun-Life 40m Compact Rotary Airer comes with some helpful features, including a rachet system to alter the height and ensure the lines stay taut, and four clip-on hooks to accommodate coat hangers, offering more drying options during those sunny summer days. Have you ever reached for your washing line and run your finger along it before hanging up your laundry, only to find the lines are grimy?

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Easy to install, clear step-by-step instructions, solid wall fixings and drilling template enclosed. Some offer as much as 60 metres of washing line space – enough to dry about six loads of washing in one go, but there's probably no point in getting one that size unless you think you will need it (the biggest ones take up about 3 metres squared when in use). As mentioned, it’s suitable for smaller amounts of washing, but is likely to struggle under a lot of weight. Retractable washing lines from Brabantia are usually sleek and well designed and this one is no exception. If you have cavity walls, make sure you swap the fixings for hollow wall anchors or plasterboard fixings.To fix a wall mounted line to the wall, you first need to make sure that there is enough space for the line. I’m new to the world of wall-mounted washing lines, and this WallFix line has opened my eyes to a stylish new type of streamlined way to dry my clothes outside. We then vetted each product using industry experts’ opinions and consumer reviews to triple-check that they're built to withstand the weekly wash cycle of the average family. If you want a good value for money product that allows you to dry clothes quickly and securely, our pick for the best free-standing rotary washing line is an excellent choice.