What is a ceiling pulley airer?

It's a set of drying bars that hangs from the ceiling on pulleys. You lower it with a rope to load the washing, then raise it up out of the way. The rope ties off on a cleat fixed to the wall.

What length of pulley airer do I need?

Measure the space and leave a gap at each end. The 0.9m to 1.5m lengths suit most kitchens and utility rooms. The 1.8m to 2.4m lengths are better for larger rooms and family-sized loads.

Can I fit a ceiling airer to a plasterboard ceiling?

The pulleys need to be fixed into the wooden joists above the plasterboard, not into the plasterboard alone. A stud finder helps you find them. If you're unsure, ask a handyperson to fit it.

Are tiered clothes airers good for small homes?

Yes. A 3-tier or 4-tier airer gives you a lot of hanging space in a small footprint, and it folds flat when you're done. That makes it a good choice for flats and rented homes.

Can I use a tiered airer outside?

Some models are suitable for indoor and outdoor use, and the product page will say if so. Bring metal airers in after use to keep them in good condition.

What does the size of a rotary washing line mean?

The figure, such as 40m, 50m or 60m, is the total length of line across all the arms. A longer line gives you more hanging space for each load.

How can I dry clothes indoors more quickly?

Space items out so air can move around them, and shake them out before hanging. Keep the room ventilated by opening a window slightly or using an extractor fan.

Clothes Airers

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Drying washing in a British winter is a challenge. Radiators fill up, the airer takes over the living room, and the towels still feel damp the next morning. The right clothes airer makes laundry day much less of a hassle, whether you're drying indoors or making the most of a sunny day outside.

Our ceiling pulley airers are a practical choice for kitchens, utility rooms and hallways with a good ceiling height. You hang the washing on the bars at a comfortable height, then use the rope to raise it up towards the ceiling. Warm air collects up there, and the washing stays out of the way. They come in lengths from 0.9m up to 2.4m, in black, white and ivory, so it's easy to find one that fits your room.

If you'd rather not fix anything to the ceiling, a freestanding tiered airer gives you a lot of hanging space in a small footprint. Our 3-tier and 4-tier airers fold down flat when you're finished, so they slide behind a door or into a cupboard.

For outdoor drying, our rotary washing lines come in 40m, 50m and 60m line lengths, with a cover and ground spike included.

Every order comes with free delivery to UK mainland addresses, usually within 3-5 working days. There are no hidden fees at checkout.

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HOMCOM 4-Tier Large Clothes Airer Stainless Steel Clothes Drying Rack Black - from HOMCOM

HOMCOM 4 Tier Clothes Airer, Stainless Steel Frame Folding with Wheels Black

£45.99

50M Rotary Airer Dryer Cover Metal Spike - from Un-Branded

Un-Branded 50m Rotary Clothes Airer, Folding and Powder-Coated Steel

£27.99

60M Rotary Airer Dryer Cover Metal Spike - from Un-Branded

Un-Branded Rotary 4 Arm Outdoor Clothes Airer, with Metal Ground Socket

£28.99

3 Tier Clothes Drying Airer - from Un-Branded

Un-Branded Clothes Airer 3 Tier, Folds Flat Space Saving 15kg Indoor Use

£22.99

40M Rotary Airer Dryer Cover - from Un-Branded

Un-Branded Rotary Airer 255cm Weatherproof Powder Coated with Ground Socket

£26.99

HOMCOM 4-Tier Large Clothes Airer Stainless Steel Clothes Drying Rack Grey - Wine Rack

HOMCOM HOMCOM Clothes Airer 64.8cm Foldable Home

£39.99

Sturdy Radiator Airer 5 Arm Adjustable Laundry - Radiator

Bossy Cat Sturdy Radiator Airer 5 Arm Adjustable Laundry

£14.19

Grey Over Radiator Clothes Airer 2-Pack 5Bar Home - Radiator

Bossy Cat Grey Over Radiator Clothes Airer 2-Pack 5Bar Home

£18.66

Grey Over Radiator Airer Slim 5 Bars For Laundry - Radiator

Bossy Cat Grey Over Radiator Airer Slim 5 Bars For Laundry

£11.67

Monster Shop Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Black - 1.2m

£109.99

Monster Shop Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Black - 1.4m

£114.99

Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Black - 1.5m by Monster Shop

Monster Shop Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Black - 1.5m

£119.99

Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Black - 1.8m by Monster Shop

Monster Shop Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Black - 1.8m

£129.99

Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Black - 2m by Monster Shop

Monster Shop Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Black - 2m

£124.99

Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Black - 2.4m by Monster Shop

Monster Shop Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Black - 2.4m

£159.99

Monster Shop Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - White - 1.2m

£109.99

Monster Shop Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - White - 2.4m

£154.99

Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - White - 0.9m by Monster Shop

Monster Shop Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - White - 0.9m

£94.99

Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Black - 0.9m by Monster Shop

Monster Shop Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Black - 0.9m

£94.99

Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Ivory - 2.4m by Monster Shop

Monster Shop Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Ivory - 2.4m

£159.99

Monster Shop Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Ivory - 2m

£129.99

Monster Shop Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Ivory - 1.8m

£129.99

Monster Shop Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Ivory - 1.5m

£119.99

Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Ivory - 1.4m by Monster Shop

Monster Shop Clothing Airer Ceiling Pulley - Ivory - 1.4m

£114.99

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Which type of airer is right for you?

Ceiling pulley airers suit homes with a high ceiling and a spot where washing can hang without getting in the way. They don't use any floor space, and they suit both period properties and modern kitchens. You will need to fix them to the ceiling, though.

Tiered airers are the easiest choice for flats and rented homes. There's no fitting, they hold a full load, and they fold away afterwards.

Rotary washing lines are for gardens and patios. A longer line means more space to hang washing, so a 60m line will take more than a 40m one.

Choosing a pulley airer length

Measure the space where the airer will hang, and leave a gap at each end so the washing doesn't touch the walls. The 0.9m and 1.2m lengths suit smaller kitchens and utility rooms. The 1.8m to 2.4m lengths give you room for bedding and larger family loads. Also think about where the rope cleat will go. It needs to be on a wall you can reach easily.

Fitting a ceiling airer safely

A ceiling pulley airer holds a lot of weight once it's loaded with wet washing. Fix the pulleys into the ceiling joists, not just into plasterboard. A stud finder makes the joists easy to locate. If you're not confident doing this yourself, ask a handyperson or joiner to fit it for you.

Tips for drying indoors

Leave some space between each item so air can move around it. Shake clothes out before you hang them to cut down on creases. Opening a window a little, or running an extractor fan, helps moisture leave the room rather than settling on windows and walls.

Make room in the utility room

If your airer lives in the utility room, our wire shelving keeps washing powder and cleaning products tidy on open shelves. For more ideas, browse the full Kitchen & Utility range.

Delivery and returns

Free delivery to UK mainland addresses, usually within 3-5 working days, with no hidden fees. Change-of-mind returns are accepted, but the return postage is paid by you. Faulty or damaged items are handled separately.

Frequently asked questions

What is a ceiling pulley airer?
It's a set of drying bars that hangs from the ceiling on pulleys. You lower it with a rope to load the washing, then raise it up out of the way. The rope ties off on a cleat fixed to the wall.
What length of pulley airer do I need?
Measure the space and leave a gap at each end. The 0.9m to 1.5m lengths suit most kitchens and utility rooms. The 1.8m to 2.4m lengths are better for larger rooms and family-sized loads.
Can I fit a ceiling airer to a plasterboard ceiling?
The pulleys need to be fixed into the wooden joists above the plasterboard, not into the plasterboard alone. A stud finder helps you find them. If you're unsure, ask a handyperson to fit it.
Are tiered clothes airers good for small homes?
Yes. A 3-tier or 4-tier airer gives you a lot of hanging space in a small footprint, and it folds flat when you're done. That makes it a good choice for flats and rented homes.
Can I use a tiered airer outside?
Some models are suitable for indoor and outdoor use, and the product page will say if so. Bring metal airers in after use to keep them in good condition.
What does the size of a rotary washing line mean?
The figure, such as 40m, 50m or 60m, is the total length of line across all the arms. A longer line gives you more hanging space for each load.
How can I dry clothes indoors more quickly?
Space items out so air can move around them, and shake them out before hanging. Keep the room ventilated by opening a window slightly or using an extractor fan.
How much is delivery, and can I return a clothes airer?
Delivery is free to UK mainland addresses and usually takes 3-5 working days, with no hidden fees. Change-of-mind returns are accepted, but the return postage is paid by you. If an item arrives faulty or damaged, contact us and we'll help.