Drying clothes using modern washing machines and technical devices is very convenient and fast. However, drying in the fresh air is a more gentle and reliable option for preserving things in their original practical form. In order to hang things, there are a lot of devices (for more details, see the article: “Laundry dryer on the balcony”), one of the best is the “liana” for drying clothes on the balcony. The product is convenient, compact and durable. You can buy it at a good price at any hardware store.
Why are these dryers so popular?
The main advantage of this design is the ability to place it on a balcony, veranda, or in the bathroom. Almost every apartment within the city includes a balcony or loggia, which usually serves as a drying area. The design of the dryer ensures free air circulation, due to which things dry faster, do not dry out, and are always fresh and pleasant.
Advantages:
- Comfortable design, attractive design. “Liana”, unlike ropes (more details in the article: “Clotheslines for the balcony”) and wires for the same purpose, is mobile, takes up less space, and looks more aesthetically pleasing.
- Comfortable adjustment and safety. In order to hang things, there is no need to climb onto a bench or stepladder; you can simply lower the rods down to the desired level, and then return them, along with the things, to their previous position.
- Ease of use. The device is comfortable to use; even a child will find it convenient to hang things on it.
- Capable of heavy loads. The device, together with a durable cord, copes well with the pressure of heavy laundry. Plastic products are designed for a load of up to 5-7 kg of weight, while metal structures are designed for a load of up to 12 kg.
- Easy assembly and installation. Due to its simple design, as well as detailed, clear instructions, the product can be easily installed independently, without the help of specialists.
A good bonus is the pleasant price of domestically produced “lianas”. Which varies from 400-500 rubles. (simple options), up to 1000-1500 rubles. (more durable and easier to use). Foreign models cost up to 2,500 rubles, but most often the difference in price allows you to win only in the brand name.
Installation subtleties
If the dryer is installed incorrectly, certain problems may arise. As a rule, inaccuracies arise for the following reasons:
- Insufficient or excessive suspension height of the rods: appears when the mounting height of the bracket is incorrectly calculated: before installing it, it is necessary to measure the length of the cords and check with the required height of the rods in working condition.
- Inability to withstand the planned load: caused by poor fastening of the brackets to the ceiling, usually occurs when the diameter of the drilled hole does not match the size of the dowels or the incorrect choice of the length of the screws.
The Liana ceiling dryer is a very convenient system that allows you to get rid of all kinds of clotheslines. It fits perfectly into the interior of any room.
For compact and convenient placement of washed laundry, the “Liana” ceiling dryer is very helpful. The simple, convenient, lightweight design of this dryer allows you to hang it in any suitable room. Thanks to the well-thought-out layout of the control elements, drying clothes will be accessible even to children.
The ceiling dryer “Liana” has a simple, convenient, lightweight design.
Installing “Liana” on the balcony is not a complicated procedure at all, but still some points should be taken into account in advance, so that later you do not have to carry out the installation again.
In order to hang the dryer, prepare the necessary tools: a pencil, a tape measure, a drill, a screwdriver, and a sufficient number of reliable dowels.
Features of the balcony “liana” design
The design of the dryer includes a frame that is fixed to the ceiling. Tubes and ropes are attached to this frame. The tubes are rods made of plastic or metal; they serve as crossbars for hanging wet things.
At the same time, the ropes that hold the rods pass through the frame on the ceiling and are attached to a special holder installed on the wall. Thanks to this holder, the position of the height of the tubes in such structures can be easily adjusted.
Diagram of the balcony “liana” arrangement
The need to reach clotheslines that are attached too high and inconveniently when using a “liana” is completely eliminated. It is enough to loosen the lock, pull the desired rope, and the crossbar for hanging clothes will be at the desired level. Then, it can be immediately returned to the reverse position, freeing up the space from hanging things.
A distinctive advantage of this design is the ability to adjust the height of each individual tube. By hanging clothes and linen at different levels so that they do not block each other, you can ensure the air supply necessary for each item.
You can get a better look at the “liana” device in this short video:
Operating rules
Using Liana is very simple:
- If you need to hang laundry, you need to lower the tube by releasing the cord lock.
- Place the laundry.
- Pull the same cord so that the tube rises to the required height. Reinsert the retainer into the control mechanism.
The design does not require specialized care. To extend the service life of plastic tubes, they must be wiped after each drying of laundry; for metal tubes, this procedure is not necessary.
It is necessary to wipe the tubes before each time you hang up the laundry, so that the dust that settles on them does not stain the washed items.
The most common breakdowns are: deformation of tubes and wear of ropes. Defects can be easily eliminated - you just need to replace the part that has become unusable. There is no need to buy a completely new design. It is necessary to completely replace the dryer if such parts have become unusable, without which the effective functioning of the product is impossible or which cannot be replaced with similar ones.
The service life of Liana dryers is from five to ten years. In this case, a prerequisite is the correct installation of the structure; also, in order for the product not to lose its functionality, it should not be overloaded.
Video: replacing the cord on a Liana dryer
How to choose a “liana”
When purchasing a dryer, it is worth considering a number of nuances. The first thing you need to do is measure the room, carefully read the instructions, and only then choose the required size of the structure for the room. The installation length usually ranges from 0.5 to 2 meters (the most common models are 1.5, 1.9 and 2 m).
To avoid having to immediately dismantle the purchase after installation, you must first calculate whether it will interfere with the movement of doors and windows. It is also worth taking into account the features of the ceiling; if it is suspended or made of polystyrene foam, then it will be easiest to install the dryer on the wall.
After completing the preliminary measurements and choosing the appropriate size model, you can proceed to the selection of material. Rods and frames are mainly made of steel, aluminum and plastic.
Replacing ropes
Over time, the cords wear out and fray, so you have to install new ones. To determine the required length, you need to do the following:
- Multiply the size of the bar by 2.
- Measure the distance from the clamp on the wall to the ceiling and also double it.
- Add up the numbers and add 1.5 meters to the result.
To change the rope, it is not necessary to follow the same steps as during installation. The end of the cord is tied to a piece of the old one and pulled through all the necessary holes. This makes replacing dryer ropes much easier.
What material to choose a dryer from?
Let's look at the main types:
- Stainless steel. Models are distinguished by high strength, durability and a higher price. Sometimes the low cost of a device can be due to the aluminum rods in it (which are often not coated with the necessary polymers). This should be taken into account; in turn, when contacting stainless steel, problems with gray spots are excluded. When in contact with air, unlike aluminum, this metal does not oxidize.
- Steel. Practical, strong, durable. However, it does not have the same service life as stainless steel. To extend the service life of a steel model, you can additionally treat it with special polymer materials.
- Aluminum. Due to its lightness and strength, it has proven itself well in the production of “liana” dryers. Experts recommend that when purchasing structures made from this material, choose products with an aluminum frame. The crossbars must be made of a different material. Upon contact with this metal, gray spots form on things at the point of contact. Therefore, if you take a product with aluminum tubes, you should first check whether they are coated with special polymers.
- Plastic. The material has a long service life and the absence of problems of corrosion and destruction that are characteristic of steel. Plastic products can usually be purchased much cheaper. The only negative is the relative weakness of the design. Tubes are often not designed for high loads and can simply bend, unable to withstand the weight of the laundry.
Steel construction
When purchasing a “liana”, a very important criterion is the weight that the structure can withstand. If the dryer is small, then there is no point in purchasing it from steel, because such a “vine” cannot really be loaded. If you purchase a “liana” over one and a half meters long, you should pay attention to the maximum load specified by the manufacturer.
If a low-strength plastic “liana” bends after the first wash, then what was the point of buying it.
Dimensions
On the modern market you can find Liana dryers of various sizes. In many ways, the parameters depend on the manufacturer. The width of the product usually varies from 1.4 to 2 meters. As for the length of the tubes and the design itself, a large number of different options are possible. The most common minimum length is 1.3 m. Standard sizes also include the following: 140 cm; 150 cm; 160 cm; 170 cm; 180 cm; 190 cm; 200 cm.
However, the smallest option are dryers with a length of 50 centimeters. The maximum size of “Liana” is 3 meters.
Choosing a location for the dryer
“Liana” is usually installed on a balcony or loggia. In suburban conditions, an alternative to them can be a terrace, veranda, as well as any open space under a canopy, which will protect things from moisture and under which fresh air will flow to them.
If there is free space in the bathroom, then the dryer can be installed there too. The disadvantages here are usually a lack of ventilation, plus high humidity. Thus, if the room is not equipped with special devices, the laundry will take much longer to dry, and mold may also form.
When choosing a location for the dryer, it is important to consider the strength of the support on which the brackets will be attached. If the wall or ceiling is covered with plastic sheathing, then the place where the dryer is mounted should be replaced with a more durable support. Wooden blocks are perfect for replacing plastic. They will support the weight of the structure along with things.
Video
After watching the video, you will become familiar with the procedure for installing a ceiling dryer-liana on the balcony:
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Assembly and installation of the dryer
Installation steps:
- Marking. First you need to mark the location of the brackets, then drill holes for the dowels.
- Installation of brackets. It is necessary to accurately adjust the distance between the brackets; otherwise, adjusting the height may be difficult.
- Fastening the holder. Using this element, the height of the crossbars is adjusted; it should be at hand, but its distance to the brackets must clearly comply with the instructions.
- Cutting the rope into the required number of pieces.
- Installation of crossbars, stretching and fixing nylon cords, installation of fittings.
This video will help you learn more about the details of assembling and installing the dryer on the ceiling.
