Most washers have a spin cycle that removes a lot of the water. You can hang clothes outside to dry them. Before that, you should let them go through a complete spin cycle so the excess water can spin out.
You can find clothes horses at most home goods stores. You can also purchase mounted clothes racks that attach to the railing of your balcony.
If you are hanging small items like socks, use a clothespin to keep them in place. If your clothes don’t all fit in a single layer, you may need to buy another clothes horse.
Sweaters, jackets, and heavy knits are all too heavy to hang on a clothes rack. You should lay down jackets flat to dry.
This is especially helpful for thicker clothes that dry slowly. If you live in a humid area, your clothes may take even longer to dry.
Some states have laws preventing property owners from banning laundry on balconies. Be sure to check with your home’s contract as well as the laws in your state and county. Most hotels don’t allow their guests to hang clothes on the balcony.
Check with a plant nursery near you to find some affordable potted plants for your home.
Clothes racks can be an eyesore, which is why most property owners don’t allow them on the balcony.
Hanging clothes on the balcony is also an eyesore, which is why many property owners don’t allow it.
