Installing a retractable clothesline (and tips for use) ...

Installing a retractable clothesline (and tips for use) for saving money and the planet

Your clothes dryer is one of the top three energy-consuming appliances in your home, alongside heating and cooling systems and the water heater. Fortunately, it's easier to reduce the usage of your dryer compared to the other two. You can opt for a foldable drying rack, and here are some effective tips to hang clothes to dry inside if you decide to go that route. However, in more humid regions, a clothesline can be a great alternative. Given various limitations (like space or restrictions for renters), a less permanent solution might be favorable.

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Enter the retractable clothesline: a simple, elegant, and highly effective tool in your journey toward financial freedom. These handy devices can save a family of four hundreds of dollars annually and over their lifetime, add significantly to your savings.

Understanding Retractable Clotheslines

What is a Retractable Clothesline?

Retractable clotheslines are designed like a spool, with the clothesline itself wound up tightly within a housing that protects it from weather and keeps it clean. Similar to a tape measure, you can pull out the line when needed and allow it to recoil back when you're done. This makes it a space-saving solution.

There are various types of retractable clotheslines, some featuring multiple lines. The installation and usage tips are generally similar. Here, we'll focus on installing a simple one-line clothesline.

Steps for Installing a Retractable Clothesline

Materials Needed

• Drill
• Retractable clothesline package (includes the clothesline, screws, screw anchors, and the hook)

The clothesline can be mounted to a wall or beam. In my case, I installed two in my carport, spanning from one end beam to another. This discreet placement allows plenty of room for hanging clothes without interfering with our use of the carport, effectively creating 28 feet of clothesline.

Installation Steps

Step 1 - Positioning

Determine where you want to install your retractable clothesline. Place the clothesline unit on the chosen surface and mark the position of the top holes in the metal mount with a pencil.

Step 2 - Drilling Holes

Drill small holes at the marked spots, roughly half the diameter of the screws. If mounting to a 4x4 piece of lumber, the plastic anchors may not be needed. However, if mounting to drywall or another less stable surface, drill larger holes to accommodate the anchors. Gently tap the anchors into the holes with a hammer. Once in place, insert the screws but leave about a quarter-inch gap from the surface.

Step 3 - Mounting the Clothesline

Slide the metal mount over the screws and push it down so that the screws fit into the top of the teardrop-shaped holes. Ensure a secure fit.

Step 4 - Securing Screws

Once the clothesline is hung, use a drill or screwdriver to tighten the screws flush with the surface, securing the unit.

Step 5 - Installing the Hook

Drill a hole for the hook at the point where the clothesline will end. Screw in the hook to complete the installation.

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You're all set! You can now start using your clothesline.

Tips for Using a Retractable Clothesline

These tips may seem intuitive after a few tries, but initially, they might not be obvious.

1. Stretch the clothesline across and hook the end. Then, return to the spool end, pull some slack, and wrap it around the bottom mount before tightening it by hand. This ensures a taut line.
2. Use clothespins! Even on calm days, clothes can fall off the line. Durable clothespins can be bought in bulk for a few cents each. Though slightly pricier, durable clothespins are worth it as cheap ones tend to rust, break, or fall apart easily.
3. Gently guide the clothesline back into the spool after use. Like a tape measure, it can retract quickly and might cause injury. Guide the line slightly left and right to prevent it from bunching up and causing a clog.

That's it! You're on your way to saving money and helping the planet. Great job!

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About the Author

Scott Cooney is a serial eco-entrepreneur, having founded Pono Home, HomeEfficiency.com, and CleanTechnica. He is the author of two books and a former sustainability consultant for clients like Johnson & Johnson, Eastman Chemical, Wal-Mart, and Duke Energy. Scott also taught the first sustainable business course in the MBA program at UH Manoa. He is a lover of local, healthy food and especially vegan nachos. Find Scott on Twitter.

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