In short: a 7–8 kg wash needs about 18–20 metres of drying line: a winged airer is enough and, folded, it fits behind a door. If floor space is scarce but the ceiling is high, a 3-tier tower dries over 30 m in less than half a square metre. Wheels are worth it if you move it between bathroom, balcony and radiator.
How many metres of drying line do you need?
The metres are the total length of all the lines. The spacing between lines also matters: jeans and towels dry better with more air around them.
| Laundry | Useful metres | HYTAMA models |
|---|---|---|
| 5–6 kg washing machine, single or couple | 12–18 m | STARLUX, WINGS LUX (18 m) |
| 7–9 kg washing machine, family | 18–25 m | ULTRA (18 m, wide wings), TOWER 3 |
| sheets and towels, large family | 30 m and more | TOWER 3 (over 30 m) |
Winged, tower or on wheels: the differences
| Type | Floor space | Drying length | When to choose it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winged | open it takes a long rectangle, folded a few centimetres | 18 m | the standard choice: fits behind a door or next to the washing machine |
| Vertical tower | less than half a square metre | over 30 m | studio flats, narrow balconies, high ceilings |
| On wheels | like the tower | over 30 m | moving it to where there is warmth and air without unloading it |
Load capacity: how much it must hold
An 8 kg cotton wash comes out of the machine weighing 12–14 kg: the water it holds makes a difference, especially with towels and jeans. STARLUX holds 18 kg, TOWER 3 20 kg, the ULTRA series up to 50 kg thanks to its technopolymer joints: useful if you hang double sheets and blankets.
What to check if space is tight
- Folded size: it must fit where you actually store it, not just in theory.
- Height: sheets and curtains must not touch the floor; the tower's adjustable tiers solve the problem of long items.
- Lines and coating: electrostatic powder-coated steel does not rust and does not stain (STARLUX).
- Joints and feet: an anti-accidental-closure joint and non-slip feet prevent collapses and scratched floors.
- Useful details: sock hooks (WINGS LUX), sliding closure, swivel wheels (TOWER 3).
Drying indoors in winter without damp
Choose a room with a window and air it for 10 minutes twice a day. Put the airer near the radiator, not on it. Space the items out and use a high spin speed. A dehumidifier or a fan one metre away halves drying time. Avoid a closed bedroom: the moisture ends up on the walls and the mattress. With a tower on wheels you move the laundry to where there is warmth without redoing everything.
Which HYTAMA clothes airer to choose
- STARLUX: winged, 18 m, 18 kg, powder-coated steel, anti-accidental-closure joint, non-slip stabilising foot. The classic, done well.
- WINGS LUX: winged, 18 m, sliding closure and dedicated sock hooks.
- ULTRA MYA (black and yellow), ULTRA SARA (white and red), ULTRA GAIA (black and red): wide wings, 18 m, 50 kg load capacity, high-strength technopolymer joints.
- TOWER 3: tower with 3 folding, adjustable tiers, over 30 m, 20 kg, 4 swivel wheels. For those with little floor space.
The full range: HYTAMA clothes airers.
Frequently asked questions
Clothes airer or tumble dryer?
The airer uses no energy and does not damage clothes; the tumble dryer wins when space and air are lacking. Many families use both: the airer for delicates and sheets, the dryer for emergencies.
Can it be used on the balcony?
Yes. The powder coating protects against rust; but avoid leaving it in the rain for weeks and dry the joints after storms.
How do I avoid creases on hung laundry?
Shake each item before hanging it, hang shirts and T-shirts on hangers hooked to the outer lines, fold sheets and towels in half over the longest lines.
How long does a clothes airer last?
It depends on the joints and lines: technopolymer joints do not crack and coated lines do not stain. Fold it carefully, without forcing the wings, and it lasts for years.
