The 3 arms offer 16 meters of drying space with lines that are PVC coated to keep your laundry clean and rust-free.

Read next: We've got a Mumsnetter-recommended guide to the best laundry detergents (perfect for new parents!Missed payments may affect your ability to use Clearpay in the future and your details may be passed onto a debt collection agency working on Clearpay's behalf. Unlike a tumble dryer, a washing line doesn’t use electricity as you get to make use of the sunlight and the wind, and clothes can last longer and feel better when they’re dried naturally. The self-withdrawing line retainer wraps up the arms when collapsed and protects them for future use. These lines are usually bigger (more drying space), sturdier, come with better features like a handle to crank the line up and hanger hooks) and come with extras (cover/pegs), and in some cases, guarantees. The newest innovation from Brabantia isn’t cheap, but it’s packed with so many features that it’s a shoo-in for the title of best overall airer.

With a massive choice of washing lines on the market, it can be a tad confusing trying to choose what line you need for your home. In other words, if you do a lot of washing, a heavy-duty and large 4-arm airer is better than a smaller 3-arm or mobile airer. It is a sturdy clothes airer with a solid steel construction and it comes with a cover and ground socket included.An energy saving alternative to a dryer, this rotary airer has three arms so all your wet laundry has space to air dry - making sure all your clothes remain fresh.

With an umbrella clip that has four locking positions you can set the height of your airer to aid with the drying process of your clothes. Some of our products will be shipped directly from suppliers and so might have slightly different timescales. However, a three-arm can be great for large items as it gives more line space for bed sheets and duvet covers. The days are getting longer and the weather’s getting warmer, so it’s time to get the perfect airer to dry your freshly washed laundry. Drying your laundry outdoors is better for the planet, saves you money and you get that lovely fresh air scent for free.With over 230 years of heritage in design, manufacture and supply of housewares, Addis pride themselves on value, quality and innovation. metres designed for rotary washing lines with three or four arms to keep the rain off and let you leave the washing out longer. For example, a freestanding airer would not be practical if you live in a particularly windy spot (unless you wanted your family’s clothing to end up in your neighbour’s garden.