clothes drying rack

🧺 Balcony Clothes Drying Rack – Space Saving & Foldable

A compact and practical balcony drying rack designed for small spaces.
This 3D printed system easily attaches to a railing using M6 hardware, turning any balcony or terrace into an efficient laundry drying area.

Perfect for apartments, this solution lets you air dry clothes outdoors without taking up floor space.

✨ Features

• 🏙️ Space-saving design – ideal for balconies and small apartments
• 🔧 Secure mounting system (M6 bolts) – stable and reliable
• 📦 Foldable / removable – store it when not in use
• 🧩 Modular design – adapt length or number of arms
• 💪 Strong & lightweight – optimized for everyday clothes
• 🌱 Eco-friendly drying – no electricity needed

🖨️ 3D Printing

• Material:  PETG recommended
• No supports required (if applicable)
• Easy print – designed for reliability
• Parts can be printed separately and assembled quickly

🔩 Hardware Required

• M6 bolts (minimum 50 mm length)

• M6 nuts

   

📏 Compatibility

• Designed to fit most standard balcony railings
• Requires enough clearance for ≥ 50 mm bolts

⚠️ Notes

• Designed for light to medium loads (not for heavy wet blankets)
• Do not overtighten to avoid damaging printed parts
• Adding rubber pads improves grip and protects railing

💡 Why this design?

Living in a small space often means no room for a traditional drying rack.
This model provides a simple, efficient, and printable solution to dry clothes outside while maximizing available space.

If you like this design, feel free to 👍 and share your prints!