Fold Down Clothes Drying Rack?
[2007-07-12 18:32:08]

Q: I'm looking for a fold down clothes drying rack, shown on the Oz Better Homes & Gardens TV Show laundry makeover on June 29th. The drying rack went across a window, and cost $22 according to the show. Where can I buy one?

A: Not sure where you're located, IKEA has one called PRESSA http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/produc ts/80059628

and another one called FROST http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/produc ts/70095090

There is a 2nd FROST version

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What do you call the old fashioned clothes drying rack found in some kitchens?
[2008-08-27 06:10:04]
Clotheslines and pegs...

The sort that you pull up to the ceiling


We always called it the pulley at home but when they became fashionable in the 80's for the country look kitchen with dried herbs or pans etc hanging from it they were advertised as a Shelia Maid. But like most things from the past they had several different

Drying laundry in the bright warm sunshine
And towels. That was my job," Bell said.

Even before she had the wash line, she used to hang clothes on hangers on hooks or use a drying rack to help save money on her electric bill, Bell said.

The tradition is familiar to other families, too.

"My mom always did it when I was younger to save money, and I guess she passed it on to me," said Alex Knaub of West York.

With a family of six, Knaub said she feels like she is constantly doing laundry, but the savings from line drying are worth it.

"It's huge. I save so much money," Knaub said.

The veteran hangers pointed out other advantages,

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Does chrome rust? I'm looking or an outdoor clothes drying rack that won't rust.?
[2008-01-12 08:12:35]
33/365: wet clothes

My neighborhood association prohibits clotheslines so I can only have a small rack on the deck. Wood doesn't hold up to the elements, nor do the plastic-coated wooden racks.


chrome is a coating on metal. over time it will peel and flake, then you'll get rust. stainless steel is better, but even it can deteriorate. but it's the best option. perhaps aluminum if you can find one.

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Question about drying clothes on a drying rack?
[2009-09-04 10:30:28]
Drying Rack

I'm in college and I brought a drying rack with me. A lot of my clothes are hang to dry. Am I able to leave the drying rack in my closet with a few wet clothes on it?? Because I have no idea where else to put it (I would have it out, but I have underwear


Well now that is the problem with drying racks to be efficient they need air circulation.Maybe on wash day you could run a small fan to hurry the process.If undies are that delicate they will dry in minutes,not hours.

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