If you live in Ireland, you already know the problem: you hang out a full line of washing, the sky clouds over, and twenty minutes later everything’s soaked again. Clothesline Canopies were designed to solve exactly that. We caught up with Tadhg McCarthy of Outdoor Canopies to find out more about this simple but clever all-weather laundry solution.
What Are Clothesline Canopies?
Clothesline Canopies are a covered outdoor clothesline that lets you dry laundry outside, whatever the weather. They’re built to cut down on tumble dryer use and get rid of the usual backup plan — a clotheshorse taking over the sitting room or damp clothes draped over radiators. For busy households trying to keep on top of laundry (and energy bills), it’s a genuinely practical fix.
Who Are Clothesline Canopies For?
Clothesline Canopies suit pretty much every household, because they:
- Let your clothes dry outdoors regardless of the weather or time of year.
- Help save money on energy bills, since you’ll need the tumble dryer far less often.
- Are a more environmentally friendly way to dry laundry.
- Get clothes off the clothes horse and away from radiators, cutting down on mildew and damp indoors.
- Come with multiple lines, so you can hang a large amount of washing out at once.
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What Makes Clothesline Canopies Different from a Traditional Clothesline?
- Unlike a traditional clothesline, a Clothesline Canopy lets you dry clothes at any time of year, in all weather conditions.
- The canopy protects your lines, keeping them clean, and shields pegs and clothes from birds and bird droppings.
- They’re built to withstand stormy weather, which can damage traditional freestanding or rotary clotheslines.
- They take up less space than most traditional clotheslines, and with multiple lines you can hang more washing in a smaller footprint.
- They’re available as a flatpack with free nationwide delivery, or Outdoor Canopies can install one for you.
- They come with a 5-year guarantee.
- They’re made by an Irish company.
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Sum Up Clothesline Canopies in 5 Words
Saves time, money and energy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Clothesline Canopy?
It’s a covered outdoor clothesline that shelters your washing from rain, allowing you to dry clothes outside all year round instead of relying solely on a tumble dryer or indoor drying.
Do Clothesline Canopies really work in Irish weather?
Yes — that’s exactly what they’re designed for. The canopy is built to cope with typical Irish conditions, including wind and rain, so you can hang washing out with more confidence than with an open clothesline.
How long is the guarantee?
Clothesline Canopies come with a 5-year guarantee.
Can I install one myself?
Yes. They’re available as a flatpack option with free nationwide delivery, or you can arrange to have one installed by Outdoor Canopies.
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Before You Go
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