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Many people would like to take advantage of the lower energy costs and "fresh scent" from drying their clothes outdoors, but are stopped by frequent rain, the risk of bird droppings, and other environmental hazards. A transparent covering of some type would solve many of these.
A transparent or
translucent plastic sheet, between 2 and 4 feet above the clothesline, peaked at the middle would block rain and bird bombs, while allowing sunlight and wind to move through freely. Adding a UV coating could even reduce fading.
Universal Canopy
http://www.kingcano.../12x20universal.htm
For really big laundry loads. [jurist, Oct 05 2004, last modified Oct 17 2004]
10'x10' Open-Sided Canopy Tent
http://www.elitedea...s/caca10x10dit.html
For somewhat smaller loads. [jurist, Oct 05 2004, last modified Oct 17 2004]
Screw-In Ground Anchor
http://www.amazon.c...91&s=sporting-goods
For [BrauBeaton] [jurist, Oct 05 2004, last modified Oct 17 2004]
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Provided that your community allows both portable structures in the yard and exterior clothes drying (Many communites have covenants and conditions restricting these practices), what would stop you from simply erecting a standard portable carport or temporary exhibit canopy and merely stringing a clothesline diagonally between two of the structure's support poles? |
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[Brau] The Universal Canopy (linked in the site provided at left) states: "The best way to anchor your canopy is with screw-in ground anchors and rope attached to each leg. You should tie rope around the slip in the fitting on the top of each leg. Mobile home anchors will work. If you intend to secure your canopy more permanently you may want to use a heavier cable, such as 3/16" aircraft cable...If your canopy rests on concrete, we offer canopy feet. These are made of galvanized steel tubing with a galvanized plate welded on the bottom. There are holes drilled into the plate for easier bolting to the concrete..." |
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