IKEA's $11 Drying Rack Folds Completely Flat for Easy Storage so You can Keep Linens Smelling Fresh All Summer Without Clutter
It tucks away so easily, meaning you don't have to sacrifice vital floor space for this rack when it's not in use
One of the most heralded laundry practices is drying linens and garments in the great outdoors. Effective at combatting musty odors, sun-bleaching lingering stains, and leaving laundry dry and fresh for free, it's a simple way to get multiple loads dry in minimal time.
And, with the IKEA JÄLL Drying Rack, it's easier than ever. The clever design, typical of the retailer, folds completely flat for storage when not in use, and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor drying − all for just $11.99.
All prices were correct at the time of publication.
This folding drying rack proves that you don't need ample space to take care of your clothes and linens. It's compact enough to easily store away when not in use, but with a drying capacity of six yards, spacious enough for a whole load of laundry. Add some chic, non-toxic laundry room organizing baskets to your order to reach the minimum delivery threshold.
One of the easiest ways to make laundry smell better is drying it outdoors, particularly on a warm, breezy day. The crisp, fresh results simply cannot be replicated by artificial dryer sheets and softeners, and the sunlight also has the added benefits of killing any lingering bacteria and brightening whites.
It's not just banishing odors that drying laundry outdoors is good for, either. It's also an effective way to save money on your laundry, reducing energy costs and entirely eliminating how much it costs to run a tumble dryer, all while effectively getting mildew smells out of clothes and towels.
If you're in the market for a new rack, the IKEA JÄLL Drying Rack is a perfect contender − compact, lightweight, and easy to store and carry, it can be conveniently used both indoors and outside, and is gentler on both your clothes and the environment. No wonder shoppers love it.
What Shoppers Say
'Fits perfectly in our laundry room!' beams one recent review on the IKEA site. 'This is exactly what my laundry room has needed! I've used it both indoors and out. Holds a lot more than you might think for the size and folds away to store easily when you're done,' highlighting that it's suitable for even the smallest of laundry rooms. 'Thanks for a great and useful product!'
Another, from Angela, dubs it 'perfection,' and adds that it's excellent for air drying outside and inside, holds a lot of items, and is great 'where space is premium,' to maximize space in a small laundry room and help avoid any small laundry room mistakes.
A third, from Karen, echoes that it's brilliant for spaces where adding one of the best clothes dryers isn't an option.
'This is so convenient to use and to put away,' they write. 'I use it indoors when the weather is bad outside. When the weather is nice, I use it outside. Lightweight and so easy to fold up and store. Plus, the price is fantastic.'
As Karen highlights, as it can be used both inside and outdoors, it's ideal for drying clothes in a small space, meaning you'll get plenty of use out of it throughout fall and winter, too.
What to Shop
Below, you can shop from a curated selection of laundry room accessories, all of which sit among the things organized people have in their laundry rooms and serve to elevate your everyday laundry routine.
I've had this drying rack for well over a year now, and it's still my go-to for drying laundry indoors while tastefully keeping it out of sight. It has a drying capacity of 45 feet and folds completely flat for easy storage.
This handy dryer can be hung securely both indoors and outside, and has the capacity to hold 22 separate laundry items, instantly boosting the capacity of your drying rack. It's perfect for socks and smaller items.
This laundry basket comes flat-packed and is quick and easy to assemble with the included instructions. The two sections make it easy to separate your laundry, ready for washing.
If your laundry loads tend to be larger, this rack features two fold-out wings and four hooks for hanging smaller items. Just like the JÄLL Drying Rack, it folds completely flat for storage and can be used both indoors and outside.
This chic and understated laundry bag is narrow, with a width of just 21 cm, and easy to lift off the stand when it's time to put a wash on. The bag has a plastic coating on the inside to protect against moisture.
This flexible laundry basket features two strong, sturdy, and comfortable-to-carry handles. It's perfect for transporting damp clothes from the washer or collecting dry clothes for ironing.
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