This compact airer is the lightest model on our list, weighing less than 2kg – under half the weight of some of the other airers. It also has a slim "x-wing" design that lets you move its adjustable wings (complete with 26 rungs and four hanging corners) to three different positions. All this makes it well-suited to one or two person households, smaller spaces, or even as a second airer if you have hanging space elsewhere. We profile 5 wall airers that are sturdy, can hold lots of clothes and aren't a pain in the you-know-where to put up.

Another concertina design, gated airers are even more simple than tiered airers. They pull out to create a long zigzag with spacious rungs. Thanks to their fuss-free design, gated airers are popular among students as they tend to be the cheapest option available and fold down to just a few centimetres wide, meaning they can easily be stored behind a bed or wardrobe. WingedDurable - This 3 tier airer is sturdy and can be relied on when hanging wet heavy washing on it, being strong and long-lasting with a 3-year guarantee. The high wings at each side of the airer allow you to hang even the longest garments. There is also a handy accessory for hanging small items without the need for pegs.

There’s a lot of drying space here, with four extended hanging corners that each fit up to two items. On test we found it easily held a load of double bedding or two smaller laundry loads. It’s portable and lightweight, and, at only 59cm wide when open, it takes up minimal floor space, so is ideal for small homes. Heidi has an MA in Creative Writing for Brunel University and was previously a restaurant critic for The Infatuation London. Her specialist subjects included natural wine bars, handmade pasta spots and restaurant accessibility. She has also written for The Sunday Times Style and OpenTable. She is currently working on her debut novel. Scottish Highlands & Islands postcodes: AB, FK, HS, IV, KA, KW, PA, PH, ZE, LL58-LL78, IM, TR, PO30-41Generally taller and larger than most other airers, a tower airer comprises several horizontal flat sections and some also have hooks at the top for hanging shirts and dresses. Due to their size, they’re great for hanging double or king-size bedding, as well as heavy bath towels. Radiator

You don't have permission to access "http://www.argos.co.uk/browse/home-and-furniture/laundry-and-ironing/clothes-airers/c:789422/brands:vileda/" on this server. Anything of a nature that for hygiene or associated health and safety - this includes the Outdoor Spas, Mattresses and Divan SetsYou're looking for a clothes airer you won't always bump into and folds away easily when it's not in use. Working days are defined as Monday-Friday 8am-7pm inclusive, excluding Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays. Next Day & Named Day Delivery This three-tier airer from Addis is a handy design which boasts an adjustable length so that you can choose its configuration based on your day-to-day needs. The Infinity Flex is made of steel and aluminum— designed to be used indoor and outdoor. Do not leave outdoors and keep dry.