Reviews of our Umbrella Clothesline: 2017
Heavy-duty outdoor umbrella clotheslines. Folds for storage. Two sizes for 4 or 6 loads of laundry.
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Bob M. from FL 12/21/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Hands down, absolutely luv this clothesline!! Thank you, thank you!!!
Charity Kropf from Canada 11/25/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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This clothesline was so much better than any others I have tried that I would have saved money by buying the wood deluxe one first. There is plenty of room for multiple load. The instillation was so easy I did it myself. (69 yr old grandmother)
Roxana from KY 11/14/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I'd give 10 stars if given that option! The quality of the clothesline and the service that I received are outstanding. You can tell just looking at the clothesline how well-made and sturdy it is - what "Made in America" means. And I was so impressed when I emailed the company with a concern about installation. By 7 the next morning the owner had answered me, with suggestions about my concern. His suggestions were spot on and resolved my issue. I am really happy with the clothesline and proud to refer BestDryingRack to everyone I know.
Moira S. from NY 11/10/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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It was very easy to order and was received in a timely manner and in excellent condition. This product is extremely well made of actual steel and wood. It is very strong and durable. I have purchased 5 clothes lines in the past 2 years because of poor quality. I wish I had found this company years ago before wasting my money on inferior products. A superior product and well worth the money. Thank you.
Pam from MA 11/05/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Great service & I love the outdoor clothes line.
CH from IL 10/31/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Very well built, plus built in Iowa! Easy instructions too.
Chuck from IA 10/23/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Thank you for a sturdy clothesline. It was easy for my husband to install. I'm very happy it was made in the USA. I look forward to using it to hang laundry for many years. :-)
Loraine from NY 10/23/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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My previous umbrella clothesline (another brand) was so dilapidated the lines drooped. That's when I started researching and found your company and product. I was impressed by the video showing a person putting the clothesline out for use and the ease in which she did it. My husband dug the small hole and put the anchor in place in a very short time. That had been a concern because we both suffer from severe arthritis. We had the line up and ready for use in no time. I love how the entire clothesline turns with the strong breezes we have here, and how each line is on a different level so the laundry gets equal sun and air. The best part after doing the laundry is being able to close the system and put a cover down over it--(I use a large, zippered cover from a previous patio umbrella) The purpose in covering it is to keep the lines clean and free of bird droppings, without having to take it inside. We are very pleased with this purchase--even my husband, who was skeptical at first, after our first clothes line was a disaster.
Shirley D. from OH 10/23/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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The Umbrella clothesline is excellent.
Anthony Z from PA 09/30/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Chris p from MD 09/26/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Love my clothes line. Great quality. Love it! Glad that it was made in the great USA.
Jane from NJ 09/25/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Very well made, good quality. Very satisfied with dryer.
Judy from PA 09/25/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Very easy to install and use. Size is just right for hanging out king size sheets and I love the way it rotates for ease of hanging up clothes - no need to walk around - I can put my basket on the ground and then push to rotate to the next line.
Jonni from MO 09/25/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I am so very, very pleased with my clothesline! I thought the assembly instructions weren't terribly well written, and I have no left brain skills at all, and I still managed to get it together and in its little hole in no time at all! Hold a lot of laundry and I love that it spins around for hanging things up. I actually put it up to show off to guests when I can!
Carrie from MN 09/02/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Thank you I love my clothesline!!
Paula W. from PA 08/28/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Just installed it yesterday. Happy with size and quality so far.
J. S. from WA 08/27/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I love the umbrella clothesline I got from BestDryingRack.com! It turns smoothly on its base, which makes hanging out the clothes quick and easy. My Mom had a similar clothesline back in the 1950's, and now I'm so happy to be drying my clothes out in the fresh air and sunshine too! I like the clothespins I got, too. They're a little pricier than store-bought. But they're nice and sturdy, and I feel good buying things made by craftsmen in the U.S.A.
Meriel from VA 08/26/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Only down side you can't order a extension pole over the website. Other than that. Loving the clothline
Gary F from VA 08/24/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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the ease of use for placing clothes on the line is very good. the instructions for installation were not very clear and could be done in a better format.
helen from MI 08/23/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I love my umbrella clothesline! Ordering was easy, it came quickly, the instructions were great and it was very easy to set up and the quality is very high. I love that fact that their products are made in the USA. I would highly recommend the umbrella clothesline and BestDryingRack.com
Mary from CO 08/23/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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well made, easy to set up , it took me longer to find the shovel, my wife, a city girl, cant believe how nice and fresh cloths smell when air dried. not to mention not burning elec. however I think she is drawing the line at a wash board and tub lol.
bob h. from OH 08/23/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Cindy R. from KS 08/23/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I could not be any happier than I am with the purchase of the drying rack. In addition to saving money (and the planet!), it brought back a flood of memories of a simpler place and time. Plus, my clothes smell so clean and fresh!
Phyllis C. from TN 08/22/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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A superior product, for sure. I love the way it spins in the wind. The clothes dry quickly. I'm tall and it's just the right height for me. Wish I'd bought it years ago!
Debbie from NH 08/09/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Love the umbrella clothes line. Ordering was easy and our questions were answered promptly. The cloths line is very sturdy. I would recommend to anyone looking for a cloths line.
Marsha from OH 08/03/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I've not had much opportunity to use the outside drying rack yet (it's installed at a rental property, which is being rented for the summer), but I'm happy with the quality of the product and how easy it was to install. It appears to be holding up well! Thanks!
Annette from MA 07/24/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Shipping was quick. Ordered the large drying rack and it arrived as was advertised. It is very well built. Also ordered clothes pins and the packaging was damaged in transit and returned to the sender. They called me and apologized and sent new clothes pins out right away. Can't ask for better customer service. It's nice to deal with a US company and US made products. Would definitely buy again.
Bill from PA 07/24/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Great clothes line and so excited to support a made in the USA small company. I have recommended you product and company to all my friends just in case they might be interested!
Sue M. from NY 07/21/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Fast and easy. Great product. Very sturdy.
Patrick from MI 07/21/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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We love the umbrella clothesline that we recently purchased. It is well made, sturdy smart looking.
Newt from PA 07/20/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Great drying rack, my wife loves the space saving design and easy to keep clean with cover. I like the packing up to mow or store for the winter. The clothes pins are monster biters, strong and sheet size. THANKS GUYS
HappyMan from MI 07/20/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Product is made really well! I love that it turns with the wind
Karen J from OK 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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The Drying Rack came three days sooner (on Saturday) than it was expected and I hurried to get in in the ground as I had started a load of laundry. Hanging clothes on it was fun since it replaced two floor drying racks and a static clothes line. I'm pleased with its construction, choice of materials, and ease of use; in installing it, setting it up, and hanging clothes. Plus, the friendly responses I got when calling Greg up for ordering and leaving a verbal review. It's also a PLUS that it is Made in U.S.A. Thanks for what you do.
Marc R. from MD 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I've purchased the large umbrella clothes line and I love it! Fast shipping! I especially like that it installs super easy, and is removable for mowing the lawn. The large line easily fits queen bedding, and several loads of laundry. Best of all it's made in America!!! Wish I'd found it years ago! Keep up tje great quality!
Paula C from NH 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I wanted a small clothesline and found you. Perfect size for a two-petson home. Only comment would be is that I would prefer it be a couple feet highertime.when I need to use the inside lines. Will work on that. Very well constructed. Put up in area where it is protected from our strong winds so I plan on it lasting for quite some time.
A Reviewer from OH 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Nikala from MT 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Sturdiest drying rack I've ever known. It can hold my two Japanese futon mattresses for airing and sunning, even on windy days. Also, plenty of room for drying a load of clothes. One thing is the stabilizer rod is not centered which looks odd but does a great job of holding everything together.
T. M. from WA 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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my wife thinks it's AWESOME. Nothing better than drying clothes outside. Bought 2 or 3 imported aluminum dryers from the big box stores and major fail, they always broke within a month or so.
Paul M. from IL 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I love, love, love, love, love it. Best thing is that I can put it away when the clothes are dry, the yard looks good and it is not in the way of our bird watching.
Bird W. from NJ 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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My wife and I bought the outdoor clothes lines from the chain hardware stores and found that the plastic fittings would break after just a few months, making them useless and just about impossible to repair. You get what you pay for. So we're more than happy to pay for this high quality drying line for the ease of setting up, ability to adjust/repair, drying area, & its being American- made. Smartest purchase this year.
Steve M. from MD 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Love my Best Drying Rack umbrella cloths line. It was easy to install and works great and great quality.
Tammy from VT 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Worth the extra dollars. This clothesline is pricey compared to similar models that you can purchase at Amazon, Home Depot or Lowes, however, it is worth the price difference. It is well constructed, made with quality stainless steel, as opposed to aluminum, nuts & bolts, not rivets, made in the USA, high quality nylon rope, not vinyl covered wire. It was easy to anchor with the ground socket, without cement, and is sturdy. I absolutely love this clothesline and highly recommend it.
Debi from WA 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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i love this clothesline. It is sturdy, easy to set up and so much more durable than the hardware store version
K M. from NH 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Wonderful product. I'd been asking husband to put up clothesline for awhile but he didn't want lines across the yard. The large umbrella type line is perfect. We close it when not in use and it's easy to mow because we can go around it or just remove it and put the cap on the ground hole. There are just two of us but I do laundry once or twice a week so there is plenty of room for sheets and bedding. Very sturdy unit compared to some I've seen for sale in a local store. Appreciate it's made in America. In hindsight I wish I had placed a five gallon bucket with concrete in ground when installing as it does shift slightly when wind blows hard. Thinking about using it in our attached garage this winter using the five gallon bucket with concrete. My husband was a skeptic but my dryer has had the summer off. Yes we still air fluff some clothes for five minutes after taking them off the line to remove dog hair but a five minute air cycle is a small price to pay versus 55 minutes in a heated dryer. So glad I found your site. I've told several neighbors.
Marsha from IN 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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These drying lines are great! Durable, easy to install, and easy to fix (we've had a few at our camp for two years, and nothing has broken yet...but they're all wooden so we can!) We get more each year.
Camp G. from NH 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Outstanding product and individualized service. I appreciated the hand-written note on the box containing the cover for the umbrella--'do not cut, fabric enclosed.' This is really good customer service. The umbrella dryer went up nicely and I've used it to great success. I was nervous at first about using an umbrella type instead of a two-pole type--but it works great! I'm so happy with the purchase! - Julia, Virginia
Julia from VA 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Great product. Easy to set up and it holds a lot of laundry! Very sturdy - just what I was looking for.
Karen J from NY 07/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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This drying rack stood out when I was comparing drying racks online; so many other cheaper racks had reviews talking about them breaking or wearing down so quickly, I wanted to invest in one that would last. We've had ours for a couple of months now, and so far so good. The delivery was on time, the setup was simple (no cement necessary), and it has been holding up well. The smallest string on the innermost level has just become a little loose, but I think we have instructions on how to tighten it when the time comes. Sun-drying your laundry does leave the towels a little rough, but I haven't noticed with anything else. Overall, I am glad I bought a BestDryingRack.
Joshua M. from MS 07/03/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I love being able to find a clothesline to fit my yard! Yay for sun dried clothes!
Trish from PA 06/29/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I rarely review things BECAUSE I have been ripped off on a few online purchases BUT I have to review this clothesline. It is the best I wish I would have gotten the 15 foot but I did not want to waste more money if I didn't like it. This thing is so solid and well built. It's been through several MN storms and it's like new. This is a definite jewel of a find.
dawnnoel from MN 06/29/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I have been wanting a clothes line for years (because I love the smell of dried sheets from outside) and spent a lot of time searching for exactly what I was looking for. I could not be happier with this product! Even my husband (who kind of scoffed at the idea) hangs up clothes outside now. A lot of my shirts I just put on a hanger and then put them on the line (with clothes pins on either side to hold it in place) This isn't anything like the ones you buy in the store. I told my husband all he needed was a shovel to put it up and he said "no way" (he thought he would need quick crete and he was wrong!) He put it up in 10 minutes. And I can take it down in the fall quickly so I don't leave it out in the snow all winter. Whoever designed this was a genius! Thank you so much for such a great product!
Deb from MI 06/28/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Mrs. E. from IL 06/26/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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The best out door drying rack EVER! Easy to install, well constructed at fair price. Made in America a big plus.
LT from USA 06/26/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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We ordered the small drying rack and cover for our NJ shore home. The rack was delivered on time, properly packaged, instructions were easy to follow, the product is well constructed and was installed in an hour. We are very pleased with the drying rack and will purchase another one for our PA primary residence. We highly recommend the product.
Ed B. from PA 06/26/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I found your company through an internet search. I read the reviews that I found and decided I would give it a try. Ordering was easy. The package arrived a few days later (I was surprised UPS ground took as long as it did). It took about ten minutes to set the thing up and I have to say it is the best clothes line/outside dryer we've ever had. It handles all of the laundry you claimed it would and doesn't falter with the weight. I WILL buy another when I need to. It would be nice if there were a greater variety of colors! (lol) I also love the fact that it is USA made. Nothing better than jobs for Americans! In All seriousness , this is a quality item and it is worth the price. (I bought the big one)
Mark S. from NH 06/26/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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This is the 3rd rack I've had in 20 plus years. 2 where purchased at a local lumber yard and one from Best Drying Rack. Most impressed with how quick the product arrived. We enjoy drying sheets and towels on the line. Great product!!
Mark from IA 06/26/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I called and asked a couple of questions which were quickly answered. The drying rack is heavy duty and terrific. It will last a lifetime (I hope) even thru high winds!!
Barbara from Canada 06/26/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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We ordered the large size umbrella drying rack. It was delivered promptly, easy to set up and is just what we needed. It holds more laundry than we will ever have need to to do at one time!
Jan from WA 06/26/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Outdoor clothes drying is very important to us. We recently moved to a 55+ community where umbrella clotheslines are the only type allowed. Most communities don't allow any type of outdoor clotheslines, so we considered this a plus for our unique tastes. The unit fits perfectly in the small area we have. It was very easy to install (a neighbor who is in the early stages of dementia almost believed me when I told him I was digging a hole to bury my money). It blends right in and is barely noticeable. My wife loves it and she has already thanked me many times for it. Our clothes now have that fresh air smell and our whites will stop turning to grey, and out our bedding and clothing won't be wearing out in the dryer. Thank you for a great product. Many others are available at lower cost, but those manufacturers know what their stuff is worth.
Bill from MA 06/26/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Love this product. It was easy to install and it is well made. I had questions on the installation and the response was quick and helpful. I have already recommended this product to several people.
Mary from WI 06/26/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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5 stars! I had to use my drying rack a couple times before I wrote a review. Installation is so easy anyone can do it,, if you can dig a hole. I bought the smaller one as it's just the 2 of us at home now, but wish I had gotten the bigger. The rack is easy to remove to be able to mow the lawn, with a handy cap to prevent debris from filling the hole. Excellent product! Thank you!!
Sonya from WA 06/07/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I moved to Wisconsin from Cedar Falls, Iowa. So when I found this company was based in Parkersburg, IA I checked them out very closely. After reading the reviews I decided to order the smallest clothesline and I love it. So pleased as a petite woman that I can put up the umbrella clothesline by myself and take it down. It's a solid well-made product. I would recommend it to everyone.
Jan from WI 06/06/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I live in a windy location. The deluxe model clothesline I purchased is a substantial product. It was easy to install and is the most substantial removable clothesline I have ever purchased. I also bought the canvas storage cover and that is also very well made. The line turns in the wind and unlike many cheaper model clotheslines of this style, the line spacing is far enough apart that the clothes dry much more quickly. I like being able to raise the height of the lines, too. All hardware is substantial. I have already had two friends inquire as to where I purchased "such a substantial clothesline." The fact that this product is American-made and worth the money is worth the money is important to me. Finally, the fact that parts can be replaced on the clothesline in environmentally kind. Would highly recommend this line and this company.
Paul C. from NY 06/04/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Very satisfied with the quality. Easy to install. "Made in the USA" was a definite positive factor in making my decision to purchase the drying rack. Would highly recommend this product.
Lynette D. from OH 06/03/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Quality appears excellent. Love the ground anchor system.
A Reviewer from USA 05/17/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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My experience with BestDryingRack was top-notch. They were friendly and willing to answer my questions in advance of ordering. Once ordered, it was shipped without delay, arrived in perfect condition and was super easy to set up. I use it every day without fail.
Julianne from WI 05/17/2017
Rating = 4 / 5
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I am very sanctified with my drying rack. It is easy to put up and is very durable. I would recommend it to others who want to dry their clothes outdoors. I did not get the large drying rack, but will hold 2 loads of clothes.
jan from WI 05/17/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I remember my parents having this same brand of umbrella clothesline when I was a kid ( in the 1960's). Their 's was great, lasted a long time. I was so thrilled to find this same product 50 years later later. I bought the larger one. I can dry my king size sheets on it without them dragging the ground. I had purchased a small metal and plastic clothesline 2 years ago thinking I would save money. Mistake!!! It snapped in a wind storm. This clothesline is so much more sturdy. You really can get 5 loads of laundry on it. Have always loved drying my clothes on the line. Not only do they smell great, and save money on my electric bill, but the sun brightens my whites. By the way did you known that 5 hours of sun will kill many types of bacteria? Even tuberculosis! The quality of this product is top notch. Heavy duty, well constructed and easy to install. We dug the hole with an auger, and put in 2 bags of quick set concrete. It's very solid. Very pleased with my new clothesline.
Laura F. from NC 05/16/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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good product and easy to assemble
A Reviewer from USA 05/16/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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The product came quickly and was easy to install. I've used it several times and I am very happy with it! It seems as if the clothes dry more quickly than they did on my conventional clothesline. Loading and unloading is easy since the clothesline rotates.
Jana from IA 05/16/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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great drying rack, looks as if it will stand up to the heavy winds we get! I am 5ft and will not be able to use most of the lines, even with a stool, but love the what I do use!
Kay from AZ 04/20/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I was glad to finally find a line drying system that would work for us in our subdivision. Installation was straightforward and we started using it immediately. Several neighbors expressed an intent to buy one of these after seeing our install. We can now dry everything from an entire load to just a few delicate items based on our needs/preferences. Our hot dry summers are perfect for this type of product.
Ivan T. from TX 04/19/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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This new drying rack is perfect for my needs...big enough, sturdy, and super easy to install. Thank you.
Elaine from CA 04/18/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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have been wanting another cloths line and this is just what i was wanting..... we have put patio under it so i have a clean area to hang cloths.... we have dogs..... great cloths line
Jennifer M. from MO 04/18/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I LOVE my drying rack. I have had it a little over two months and have not used the dryer since I set the clothes dryer up back in early march. THANKYOU for making such a wonderful product, I suspect this will last for many years to come!
Samantha from OH 04/18/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I'm in love with my umbrella drying rack! We don't have enough room for a traditional clothes line so the umbrella style is perfect. I can do much more laundry because of the rack. Super easy installation-my 17 year old dug the hole. Very well made. It's so nice standing out in the sun and breeze hanging clothes-it's very calming. I just LOVE it!
Heidi H. from CA 04/18/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Extremely well made. Replaced a clothesline that fell apart due to the failure of the plastic parts. No problem with my new one as there are none! The locking mechanism really secures the position of the arms. Great things are still made in the USA. I may have to buy another solar powered clothes dryer for the front yard to show it off!
Rick I. from USA 04/18/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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The clothes line is exactly what I needed. Since my husband died the small size is perfect for me. It was installed in very little time and is secure. I have always preferred hanging out my clothes but never had a clothes line, so I am exceptionally pleased with all aspects of this purchase.
Candy from CO 04/18/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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I have had the bigger of the two drying racks for about a month now and love it. I really looked up my options for one and of course tried amazon first but after expanding out to a general online search came across this site. If you want a product that is made well, easy to install, and will last this is it. So glad to say bye to the dryer and let my clothes dry the natural way!
Dan from MD 04/18/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Having ordered several other clothes lines only to return them for various reasons I am sold on your clothes line. I could not have asked for any better product! Thank You.
Frank W from OK 03/23/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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So very happy with the drying 'rack' laundry line.. is beautifully made, and stands strong.. love hanging the clothes out.. !!
Southern L. from SC 03/22/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Wife absolutely loves it. Easy to install. I used A BAG IF QUICKCRETE TO MAKE STAND EVEN STRONGER IN GROUND.
C F. from USA 02/24/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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Open rack suffered no problems with winter winds that toppled trees in our area. This was my major concern.
A Reviewer from USA 02/24/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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This rack will be going to Haiti where I have been going for over 10 years with Missions International of America, a medical mission group from Perrysburg, Ohio. We are always trying to hang up a simple clothesline to dry our laundry which inevitably is to small or sags greatly. My wife and I bought your product about 3 to 4 years ago and simply love it's convenience. So, we have decided to donate one of your drying racks to the mission. Hopefully, it will get there and be in use by the end of this year.
Rich from USA 02/09/2017
Rating = 5 / 5
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