Hanging by a Thread: The Hills Clothesline Saga That Restored Sunshine to Mariesa’s Laundry Day

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by Graham

April 10, 2024

Hills folding clothesline installation
Imagine the frustration of a brand-new clothesline, useless and wobbly, a silent testament to a job gone wrong!

Mariesa contacted me after an earlier handyman had “botched” the installation of her new Hills folding clothesline which meant that she was having great difficulty in getting her and her elderly mother’s washing dry. She did try to contact the original installer, but they were not answering their phone – typical of bad operators.

So, I stepped in at short notice to get her out of this difficult situation. The first thing I did was to read through the instructions and parts list to make sure I had all the bits I needed and that I would install them in the correct order.

I mounted the wall brackets onto the wall using wall anchors, ensuring that they were perpendicular with a spirit-level, as this would make sure the washing line would fold correctly. Once the wall anchors were tightened it was on to assembling the frame, making sure to add the line grip device first.

The frame arms were slotted over the left and right hinges and secured with the supplied Chicago bolts. The right-hand arm also needs to have the line tensioner mechanism added before securing with the Chicago bolts.

Once everything was tight and working smoothly it was time to thread the line according to the instructions. Once this was done, I could turn the tensioner knob and get proper tension on the whole line.

The whole job was completed in under an hour and Mariesa was thrilled and relieved with the results.

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Ready for a fix? Call Graham on 0428 453 136 for reliable, speedy service!

About the author 

Graham

Born in the UK and now proudly calling Perth home, Graham has always been driven by a passion for DIY and home renovations. With decades of experience spanning two continents, he's transformed numerous properties, drawing from hands-on building experience and insights from his diverse professional journey. After facing health challenges, Graham chose to pivot towards his true passion, turning it into a service for others. Starting with projects for friends and family, his dedication to punctuality, thoroughness, and trustworthiness quickly gained recognition. Today, as the heart and soul of Affex Homes, Graham isn't just in the business of home improvement; he's on a mission to help others love their homes as much as he does. When he's not wielding a tool or offering expert advice, you might find him spending quality time with his wife, Sara, or indulging his love for animals.

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