This Chic and Discreet Joseph Joseph Laundry Rack Is Ideal for Small Shared Dorms − I've Been Using Mine for Almost Two Years
It cleverly hides the eyesore of drying garments and folds completely flat for convenient storage
With the back-to-college period just around the corner, it's likely that you're making preparations for moving and putting together a shopping list for all the essentials you'll need to pick up before you go.
But, while you've probably considered your bedding, books, and bathroom items, it's just as important to think about how you're going to do your laundry, too.
As shared dryers are often busy, and you won't want wet clothes hanging on show all over your dorm room, the Joseph Joseph Eclipse 3-Tier Adjustable Laundry Drying Rack, available at Amazon, is the one indoor laundry accessory I'd buy for college if I had my time again. After all, who says a laundry rack can't be chic?
With a sleek and stylish ecru cover, this clever rack elegantly conceals your drying laundry, ensuring your dorm room décor isn't ruined. I've used mine in my bedroom, kitchen, and living room, and it's light enough to move around with ease.
Hopefully, you're clued up on how to do laundry with all the laundry tips you'll need as you head off to college. But, without the outdoor space to harness the benefits of air-drying laundry in your dorm, you'll need to dry your clothes indoors.
For this, my best recommendation is the Joseph Joseph Eclipse indoor clothes airer, which is perfect for tiny spaces. It conveniently folds fully flat for storage behind your dorm room door or under the bed, so it's effortlessly easy to pack up and put away when it's not needed, even if your dorm room is on the small side.
And, while compact to store, there's plenty of space for all your drying needs− 14 meters, to be exact − with three adaptable and individually foldable wire shelves suitable for drying a wide variety of clothing, from small tops and skirts to longer dresses, trousers, and towels.
It's also equipped with wheels for easy and convenient portability, and features a heavy-gauge steel construction with a stylish fabric exterior, so you can enjoy your dorm room space without the eyesore of drying laundry, while the screen still allows adequate ventilation for garments to dry well.
There's plenty of space on the drying rack for hanging a wide variety of items, in different shapes, lengths, and sizes.
In fact, it's so well-loved by shoppers that alongside a five-star rating, Srikanth dubs it the 'Best clothes rack ever' − and I completely agree. Since I initially tested it almost two years ago, I've reached for it each and every time I've had to abandon my outdoor washing line due to bad weather and dry my clothes indoors.
'Was not sure I could justify the cost but after having it for a while, I'm super glad I did,' adds Srikanth.
Another review from verified buyer Magdalena on the Joseph Joseph site praises its 'fantastic design,' and continues, 'Even though it looks quite big, it actually doesn’t take up much space. It’s very practical, especially if you have to dry clothes in the living room − everything is nicely covered, so you don’t have to look at it, and you can simply turn the airer around. Solid, useful, and does the job well.'
Finally, a third review from Larissa describes it as the 'Perfect clothes airer for hiding your washing' − an essential quality for any small dorm room space, particularly when shared with a roommate.
'I absolutely love these,' they say, 'I bought one and then got another one because of the amount of washing we do in a week. It makes such a difference in the living room, which is unfortunately where we have to dry our laundry.
'It's super easy to put together, great quality, and looks amazing. Would recommend to anyone who needs to air-dry clothes at home.'
So, if you've been on the hunt for a product that's made for drying clothes in a small space, look no further.
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All prices were correct at the time of publication.
If you need something even smaller and easier to store, this drying rack is affordable, durable, and lightweight. The accordion-style design folds flat for convenient carrying and compact storage.
You'll need something to carry your laundry to and from your dorm room, too. This moisture-resistant, collapsible Joseph Joseph basket bag folds flat for easy storage alongside your rack, is easy to wipe clean, and can carry up to 29.7 lbs in weight.
You'd be forgiven if ironing isn't top of your priority list at college (it certainly wasn't for me), but for when necessary, this clever ironing board features folding legs for stability and non-slip feet that protect countertops and surfaces.
Sorting your laundry couldn't be any easier with this basket, with three separate sections for darks, lights, and whites. Then, when it's laundry day, you can simply pull the bags out and carry them straight to a washing machine.
Socks and smaller items can be particularly tricky to dry at college. This petal hanger, however, holds up to 32 separate items and can be hung from your drying rack, door frame, or radiator for additional drying space.
College washing machines tend to have limited settings, which can make washing delicate items a little trickier. These laundry bags protect your items, while the zip keeps them securely closed.
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