Brick Wall

Durable, practical, and lasts a long time, brick walls come in many colours and is widely available throughout Australia. Image Source

Much preferred for their classic look and energy-efficient properties, brick walls are ideal for those who live in places that experience severe weather throughout the year.

👍  GOOD SURFACE - SUITABLE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation to a Brick Wall is recommended due to its solid surface and ability to take the weight of any fold down or wall mounted clothesline plus wet washing.

Installing a clothesline to a Brick Wall is a straight forward process and there are many sizes of clothesline available to suit your wall size or available area.

RECOMMENDATION:

When Installing a clothesline on a Brick Wall we recommend using Mungo wall plugs and masonry fixings.

Concrete Wall

Concrete is the perfect material for those who want a durable home that requires minimal upkeep with limitless possibilities in terms of aesthetics — all while enjoying peace of mind regardless of the extreme heat or severe storm happening outside.  Image Source

👍  GOOD SURFACE - SUITABLE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation to a Concrete Wall is generally recommended due to its durability, easily takes on the weight of a fold down or wall mounted clothesline plus wet laundry.

Installing a clothesline to a Concrete Wall is a straight forward process and there are many sizes of clothesline available to suit your wall size or available area.

RECOMMENDATION:

When Installing a clothesline on a Concrete Wall we recommend using Mungo wall plugs and masonry fixings to ensure a strong fixing.

Hebel Wall

Hebel or Autoclaved Aerated Concrete is a strong and lightweight building material designed for energy efficient structures that can be constructed in a much shorter timeframe versus poured concrete.  Image Source

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation to a Hebel Wall is not recommended as its not designed to support heavy things mounted to it.

Installing a clothesline to a Hebel Wall can cause large sections of the wall to be pulled off or the clothesline can fall onto a user if it comes away from the Hebel surface.

OUR SUGGESTIONS:
Option 1 - Installation of clothesline on a ground mount kit just in front of the Hebel Wall area.

Option 2 - If you still wish to mount your clothesline to a Hebel wall you can try using the Fischer Aircrete Anchor GB 8mm or 10mm

Hardie Board Wall

Hardie boards or fibre cement siding is a versatile material resistant to pests and fire unlike lesser solutions like wood and vinyl.

Many Aussie homes often choose Hardie boards to jazz up their homes’ exterior, plus the proven ColorPlus Technology for long lasting finish without fading. Image Source

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation to a Hardie Board Wall is not recommended as its not designed to have heavy weight items likes clotheslines plus wet laundry mounted to it.

Installing a clothesline to a Hardie Board Wall can cause issues such as pulling the panelling off the wall, creating large gaps or breaking holes in the material.

OUR SUGGESTIONS:
Option 1 - Installation of clothesline on a ground mount kit just in front of the Hardie Board Wall.

Option 2 - Add a section of timber across the Hardie Board Wall that is anchored to the internal wall studs, then attach clothesline to the timber. 

Blueboard Wall

Blue board or HardieTex is a strong, fire-resistant, and waterproof, pre-primed base sheet that is finished on-site courtesy of the same folks that make Hardie boards (James Hardie Industries). Image Source

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation to a Blueboard Wall is not recommended as it is not designed to support heavy contraptions/equipment like clotheslines with wet laundry.

Installing a clothesline to a Blueboard Wall can cause issues such as pulling the panelling off the wall, creating large gaps or breaking holes in the Blueboard material.

OUR SUGGESTIONS:
Option 1 - Installation of clothesline on a ground mount kit just in front of the Blueboard Wall, if possible.

Option 2 - Add a section of timber across the Blueboard Wall that is anchored to the internal wall studs, then attach clothesline directly to the timber. 

Plasterboard Wall

Plasterboard/drywall is a panel made of calcium sulfate dihydrate (or simply, gypsum) that’s often used for interior walls, it’s lightweight, low-cost, fire resistant, and has good sound-insulating performance, hence, its popularity. 

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation to a Plasterboard Wall is not recommended as its not designed or engineered for products like clotheslines plus wet laundry to be mounted to it.

Installing a clothesline to a Plasterboard Wall can cause issues such as pulling the panelling off the wall, creating large gaps or breaking holes in the Plasterboard material.

OUR SUGGESTION:

Add a section of timber across the Plasterboard Wall that is anchored to the internal wall studs, then attach clothesline to the timber. 

Gyprock Wall

Gyprock is basically similar to plasterboard/drywall in many ways and share the same qualities of plasterboard and is used mainly for interior walls and ceilings.

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation to a Gyprock Wall is not recommended as it is not designed or engineered for products like clotheslines plus wet laundry to be mounted to it.

OUR SUGGESTION:

Add a section of timber across the Gyprock Wall that is anchored to the internal wall studs, then attach clothesline to the timber. 

Tiled Wall

Tiled walls are loved by many due to their hard-wearing and decorative advantages, they can be easily bonded onto concrete, fibre cement board, water-resistant drywall/plasterboard, plywood, etc Image Source

Given the seemingly infinite range of tile sizes and designs that are readily available everywhere, it is a great way to add noteworthy design elements into your kitchen/bath and will easily last for ages if done right.

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Installation of clotheslines to a Tiled Wall is not recommended under any circumstances.

The chance of tiles cracking either during installation or in general use of the clothesline is just not worth the risk.

Rendered Wall

Rendered walls are basically external home walls that were ‘rendered’ with concrete that’s combined with a variety of materials and colourants/paint to give the wall a textured/plastered look adding more dimension to the exterior of your home. Image Source

👍  GOOD SURFACE - SUITABLE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation to a Rendered Wall is recommended if the surface behind the render is something solid like brick or concrete etc.

Note: If behind the Rendered Wall is something other than a solid or strong surface, we would not recommend the installation of a clothesline.

RECOMMENDATION:

When Installing a clothesline on a Rendered Wall we recommend using Mungo wall plugs and masonry fixings for a secure attachment to the wall.

Fibro Wall

Fibrous Cement Sheeting or ‘Fibro’ is a material commonly used in roofing and cladding products.

Fibro is made from a variety of fibres compressed into a thin sheet of cement that’s durable, lightweight and easy to work with. Image Source

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Installing a clothesline to a Fibro Wall is not recommended due to its lightweight construction.

OUR SUGGESTION:

Add a section of timber across the Fibro Wall that is anchored to the internal wall studs creating a solid surface, then attach the clothesline to the timber using appropriate timber fixings. 

Colorbond Wall

Colorbond is a well-known product of BlueScope which is made from strong galvanised steel that went through a special powder coating process to protect the core from extreme weather and corrosion. Image Source

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation to a Colorbond Wall is not recommended as its not designed to have heavy weight items likes clotheslines installed to it.

OUR SUGGESTIONS:

Option 1 - Installation of clothesline on a ground mount kit just in front of the Colorbond Wall.

Option 2 - Add a section of timber across the Colorbond Wall that is anchored to the internal wall studs, then attach clothesline to the timber using timber fixings. 

Cement Sheeting/Cement Board Wall

Cement sheeting/cement board is essentially the same as ‘Fibro’ (the latter being an abbreviated/more common name for this material) made of various fibres and concrete that’s compressed into thin sheets suitable for roofing or wall cladding.

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Installing a clothesline to a Cement Sheeting or Cement Board Wall is not recommended due to its lightweight material and construction.

OUR SUGGESTION:

Add a section of timber across the Cement Sheeting that is anchored to the internal wall studs creating a solid surface, then attach the clothesline to the timber using appropriate timber fixings. 

Corrugated Iron Wall

Corrugated iron sheets or galvanised iron (GI) sheets is a roofing/cladding material made from thin iron sheets that’s “hot dip galvanized” or electro-galvanized then given their familiar shape by going through corrugating rollers for increased rigidity. Image Source

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Installing a clothesline to a Corrugated Iron Wall is not recommended as it can compromise the rigidity of the material.

OUR SUGGESTIONS: 
Option 1 - Installation of the clothesline on a ground mount kit just in front of the Corrugated Iron Wall, so it's installed independent of the wall.

Option 2 - Add a section of timber across the Corrugated Iron Wall that is anchored to the internal wall studs, then attach clothesline to the timber using timber fixings. 

Breeze Blocks/Besser Block Wall

The aptly name “Breeze Blocks”  or Besser blocks are a standard form of rectangular concrete blocks used in construction.

They are one of the most popular building material known in Australia mainly due to wide availability, multiple uses and cost-effectiveness. Image Source

👍  GOOD SURFACE - SUITABLE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation for Breeze Blocks or Besser Block Wall is a recommended surface due to it's solid build and construction.

Installing to a Breeze Blocks or Besser Block Wall is a straight forward process and there are many sizes of clothesline's available to suit your wall size or available area.

RECOMMENDATION:

When Installing a clothesline on a Breeze Blocks or Besser Block Wall surface, we recommend using Mungo wall plugs and masonry fixings to ensure a strong, long lasting fixing.

Metal Cladding

Often made of galvanised steel that’s spray painted or powder coated with a baked on layer of protective polymer.

Metal cladding is one of the best type of exterior envelope thanks to their sturdiness against extreme weather conditions even with very little upkeep.

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation to a Metal Cladding Wall is not recommended due to its thin material and lack of strength in terms of perpendicular forces.

OUR SUGGESTIONS:

Option 1 - Installation of clothesline on a ground mount kit just in front of the Metal Cladding Wall so its free standing and independent of the Cladding wall.

Option 2 - Adding a timber section across the Metal Cladding Wall that is anchored to the internal wall studs, then attach clothesline to the timber using timber fixings. 

Stone Cladding

Natural stone cladding are renowned for their timeless look and prestige that lesser wall cladding solutions simply can’t emulate, with quartz, slate, marble, granite, limestone, and sandstone  some of the most popular choices for this type of exterior envelope. Image Source

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation to a Stone Cladding Wall is not recommended due to its thin layer of stone material and lack of any real support for the clothesline and laundry.

OUR SUGGESTIONS:

Option 1 - Clothesline installation on to a ground mount kit just in front of the Stone Cladding Wall so its free standing and independent of the Cladding wall.

Option 2 -Adding a timber section across the Stone Cladding Wall that is anchored to the internal wall studs, then attach clothesline to the timber using timber fixings. 

Plastic/Vinyl Cladding

Undeniably one of the most popular and cost-effective options, plastic/vinyl cladding is a great way to give your home a sleek look while keeping costs down, plus it will undoubtedly last for many years if properly installed and cared for. Image Source

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Installation of a clothesline to a Plastic or Vinyl Cladding Wall is not recommended due to its thin material and lack of appropriate support for the clothesline and wet laundry.

OUR SUGGESTIONS: 
Option 1 - Clothesline installation on to a ground mount kit just in front of the Plastic or Vinyl Cladding Wall so its free standing and independent of the wall.

Option 2 - Adding a timber section across the Plastic or Vinyl Cladding Wall that is anchored to the internal wall studs, then attach clothesline to the timber using timber fixings. 

Texture Coated AAC Wall

Texture coated AAC (Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) wall panels are made using a special forming technique to induce evenly dispersed micro air pockets inside the concrete panels, which provides excellent noise and thermal insulating properties often required in energy-efficient homes.

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Mounting a clothesline to a Texture Coated AAC Wall is not recommended as it is simply not designed to support heavy systems like clotheslines + wet laundry.

Installing a clothesline to a Texture Coated AAC Wall can cause large sections of the wall to be crack/peel off, a falling clothesline may even cause accidents/injuries.

OUR SUGGESTIONS:

Option 1 - Install the clothesline on a ground mount kit just in front of the Texture Coated AAC Wall area, so it is free standing.

Option 2 - If you still wish to mount your clothesline to a Texture Coated AAC Wall you can try using the Fischer Aircrete Anchor GB 8mm or 10mm

Stone Wall

This type of wall is known to last for thousands of years — a testament to their resilience. Creating stone walls involve masonry construction using various types of natural stones such as granite, limestone, sandstone, etc. Image Source

👍  GOOD SURFACE - SUITABLE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Installing a clothesline on a Stone Wall is recommended due to its very robust qualities and it can easily support a clothesline with lots of heavy washing.

Please choose an even surface when installing the clothesline, it should sit flush against the wall for even weight distribution and to ensure the structural integrity of the product.

RECOMMENDATION:

With installation of a clothesline on a Stone Wall surface, we recommend using Mungo wall plugs and masonry fixings to ensure a strong, long lasting fixing.

Mortar Wall

Typically used to adhere bricks or stone together or on a substrate, mortar in and of itself is quite hard-wearing so it is sometimes used as a rendering media on brick, concrete block, or drywall surfaces.

It shares similar properties with concrete except for the fact that it contains lime aggregates, it’s a multipurpose material that can be mixed with a variety of components for a rustic, textured finish that’s as beautiful as it is tough. Image Source

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Installation of a clothesline to a Mortar Wall is not recommended under any conditions.

The chance of cracking the Mortar either during installation or in general use of the clothesline is not worth the risk.

OUR SUGGESTION: Installation of the clothesline on a ground mount kit just in front of the Mortar Wall, so it's installed independent of the wall.

Stucco Wall

Stucco is another type of render that contains lime aggregates, binder, and water that forms a very hard and dense surface usually used as a decorative surface inside or outside of a home, when used as an exterior envelope, wire mesh, spacers, and a moisture barrier may be required. Image Source

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

The installation of a clothesline to any type of Stucco Wall is not recommended under any conditions.

OUR SUGGESTION:

Installation of the clothesline on a ground mount kit just in front of the Stucco Wall, so it's installed independent of the wall.

Engineered Wood Wall

Engineered wood siding is a low-cost, low-maintenance siding solution for those want the look of actual wood but want the resilient properties of synthetic claddings like plastic/vinyl.

It is made of wood fibres mixed with resin composite material which is then compressed using extreme heat and pressure to create a hard-wearing, UV stable, and eco-friendly cladding material that can last up to 30 years. Image Source

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline Installation to an Engineered Wood Wall is not recommended due to its thin structure and lack of appropriate support for the clothesline and wet laundry.

OUR SUGGESTION: 

Adding a timber section across the Engineered Wood Wall that is anchored to the internal wall studs, then attach clothesline to the timber using timber fixings. 

Cedar Shingles

Cedar shingles have a reputation for being unbelievably beautiful and durable but there’s no denying that cedar shingle cladding can get quite expensive and laborious to maintain. Image Source

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Installing a clothesline to a Cedar Shingles Wall is not recommended due to its thin and lightweight construction.

OUR SUGGESTION:

Option 1 - Clothesline installation on to a ground mount kit just in front of the Cedar Shingles Wall so its free standing and independent of the wall.

Option 2 - Adding a timber section across the Cedar Shingles Wall that is anchored to the internal wall studs, then attach the clothesline to the timber using timber fixings. 

Dirt

Mostly comprises of sand, clay, or small rocks and pebbles and is devoid of any plants on the surface since it has none of the minerals, nutrients, or living organisms that can be found in soil. Image Source

👍  GOOD SURFACE - SUITABLE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation into a Dirt surface is recommended.

When concreting the clotheslines into the ground, we recommend using a standard concrete mix (1 -2 bags) and not fast setting varieties such as quickset.

RECOMMENDATION: 

Option 1 - Fold down or folding clothesline installation into dirt requires the use of a standard ground mount kit, with each of the legs concreted into the dirt/ground.

Option 2 - Rotary clothesline or Clothes Hoist installation into dirt requires the concreting of the ground socket or centre pole into the dirt/ground.

Grass or Lawn

Commonly found on lawns and other outdoor areas, grass (Buffalo, Couch, Kikuyu, Bermuda etc.) is utilised to cover the ground for aesthetic purposes and to prevent runoff/erosion. Image Source

👍  GOOD SURFACE - SUITABLE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Installing a clothesline into a Grass or Lawn surface is recommended with the appropriate mounting kit or installation.

When concreting the clotheslines into the ground, we recommend using a standard concrete mix (1 -2 bags) and not fast setting varieties such as quickset.

RECOMMENDATION:

Option 1 - Fold down or folding clothesline installation into a grass area requires the use of a standard ground mount kit, with each of the legs concreted into the grass and ground.

Option 2 - Rotary clothesline or Clothes Hoist installation into a grass or lawn area requires the concreting of the ground socket or centre pole into the grass and ground.

Sand

Sand is a granular substance made up of small rocks and minerals that have been finely split into minute particles. Sand does have a large variety of components but is rarely preferred for use as a material to cover the ground. Image Source

👍  GOOD SURFACE - SUITABLE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Installing a clothesline into a Sand surface is recommended as long as the clothesline is installed correctly and deep enough into the ground with plenty of concrete.

When concreting the clothesline into sand, we recommend using a standard concrete mix, you may need more concrete to ensure the clothesline is anchored sufficiently.

RECOMMENDATION:

Option 1 - Fold down or folding clothesline installation into a sand area requires the use of a standard ground mount kit, with each of the legs concreted into the sand.

Option 2 - Rotary clothesline or Clothes Hoist installation into a sand area requires the concreting of the ground socket or centre pole into the sand and ground.

Clay

Clay is a very fine-grained substance that contains clay minerals. When adequate moisture is introduced, it becomes pliable thanks to a molecular film of water around the clay particles. Image Source

👍  GOOD SURFACE - SUITABLE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation into a Clay surface generally results in a positive outcome.

Do note that when concreting the clothesline into Clay ground, we recommend using a standard concrete mix (1 -2 bags) and not fast setting varieties such as quickset.

RECOMMENDATION: 

Option 1 - Fold down or folding clothesline installation into clay requires the use of a standard ground mount kit, with each of the legs concreted into the clay area.

Option 2 - Rotary clothesline or Clothes Hoist installation into clay requires the concreting of the ground socket or centre pole into the clay area.

Concrete

Concrete is a mixture of fine and coarse aggregates bound together with cement paste that hardens over time, it is very durable, versatile, and requires little to no maintenance. Image Source

👍  GOOD SURFACE - SUITABLE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation on to a Concrete surface is recommended.

RECOMMENDATION: 

Option 1 - Fold down or folding clothesline installation onto concrete requires the use of a Plated Ground Mount Kit, with each of the legs bolted down to the top of the concrete.

Option 2 - Rotary clothesline or Clothes Hoist installation into concrete requires a hole to be cut in the concrete using a core hole drill, then the ground socket or centre pole is concreted into place.

Garden Beds

Garden beds facilitate better overall soil quality via improved drainage, aid in material conservation, minimises weed growth — the list of pros is basically endless.

Garden beds also prevent soil compaction, erosion, and plant damage while maintaining optimum moisture due to properly regulated drainage/water retention. Image Source

👍  OK SURFACE - SUITABLE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation into a Garden Bed area is ok, however more concrete maybe required to establish a solid area that will not move.

Garden Bed installations can be harder to do as the ground is often holding more moisture due to plant irrigation, so is not as compact as other ground surfaces.

RECOMMENDATION:
Fold down or folding clothesline installation onto a Garden Bed requires the use of a Standard Ground Mount Kit, with each of the legs concreted into the area.

Pavers - Small Rectangle

Suitable for small spaces such as an outside patio and works great as pathways, can even work in much bigger areas like an entryway or driveway. Image Source

👍  GOOD SURFACE - SUITABLE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation in to Pavers is recommended.

When installing the clothesline into pavers, we recommend using a standard concrete mix (1 to 2 bags) and not fast setting varieties such as quickset.

Note: Core Hole drilling maybe required if a solid surface under the pavers is encountered

RECOMMENDATION: 

Option 1 - Fold down or folding clothesline installation into pavers requires the use of a standard ground mount kit, with a few sections of pavers lifted up, holes dug and each of the legs concreted into the ground. 

Option 2 - Rotary clothesline or Clothes Hoist installation into pavers requires the lifting of a few pavers, then the concreting of the ground socket or centre pole into the ground. 

Pavers - Large Square

Large format pavers boast the same qualities of typical pavers that many have come to love, low maintenance and suitable for high-traffic areas, large square pavers are available everywhere and there are many material and design choices for everyone.

👍  GOOD SURFACE - SUITABLE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation in to Large Square Pavers is generally recommended.

When installing the clothesline into large pavers, we suggest using Core Hole drilling to avoid the cracking of pavers.

RECOMMENDATION: 

Option 1 - Fold down or folding clothesline installation into large pavers requires the use of a standard ground mount kit, with a few sections of pavers core hole drilled and each of the legs concreted into the ground. 

Option 2 - Rotary clothesline or Clothes Hoist installation into large pavers requires the core hole drilling of one paver, then the concreting of the ground socket or centre pole into the ground. 

Crazy Pavers

Crazy pavers generally have natural edges, thus the name of "crazy pavers" and unique patterns make for a distinctive outdoor paving solution that’s timeless while greatly enhancing any outdoor space with minimal upkeep.

👍  'OK' SURFACE - SUITABLE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation in to Crazy Pavers can be done, but this surface needs to be treated very careful as pavers can easily crack.

When installing the clothesline into crazy pavers, we recommend using a standard concrete mix with a MPA rating of 25-30.

Note: Core Hole drilling is required.

RECOMMENDATION: 

Option 1 - Fold down or folding clothesline installation into crazy pavers requires the use of a standard ground mount kit, with two holes drilled through the pavers using a core hole drill and each of the legs concreted into the ground. 

Option 2 - Rotary clothesline or Clothes Hoist installation into crazy pavers requires the core hole drilling of a hole for mounting, then the concreting of the ground socket or centre pole into the ground.

Tiles

Outdoor pavement tiles come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, and materials such as basalt, granite, porcelain, concrete, and many others.

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Installing of a clothesline to a Tiled Ground Surface is not recommended under any conditions.

The chance of tiles cracking either during installation or in general use of the clothesline is not worth the risk.

Avoid this surface at all costs!

Artificial Turf

Nothing’s better than the real deal but having the look and feel of real grass without the need for frequent irrigation and mowing makes artificial turf/grass enticing to those of us who aren’t blessed with a green thumb. Image Source

👍  GOOD SURFACE - SUITABLE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Clothesline installation in to Artificial Turf is recommended as long as its a solid substrate(e.g. road base) underneath the artificial turf.

When installing the clothesline into pavers, we recommend using a standard concrete mix (1 -2 bags) and not fast setting varieties such as quickset.

RECOMMENDATION: 

Option 1 - Fold down or folding clothesline installation into Artificial Turf requires the use of a standard ground mount kit, with holes cut through the turf, holes dug and each of the legs concreted into the ground. 

Option 2 - Rotary clothesline or Clothes Hoist installation into Artificial Turf requires the cutting of hole through the turf, then the concreting of the ground socket or centre pole into the ground. 

Timber Decking

Timber decking is a great solution for those who want to create an inviting and aesthetically pleasing outdoor living space, with hardwoods such as Teak, Merbau, and Spotted Gum guaranteed to make your deck last as long as your home.

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Installing a clothesline to a Timber Decking is not recommended due to its thin structure.

It also lacks adequate support for heavy clothesline with wet laundry.

OUR SUGGESTION: 

Adding supports to the deck or anchoring the clothesline to it using a ground mount kit are possible options, but it is not recommended. 

Modwood

Modwood is an Australian brand of eco-friendly, high quality composite timber decking somewhat similar to engineered wood wherein wood fibres are mixed with recycled plastic composites then heated and compressed to form sturdy planks. Image Source

❌  BAD SURFACE FOR CLOTHESLINES

Installing a clothesline to a Modwood Decking is not recommended due to its thin structure and lack of strength and support.

OUR SUGGESTION: 

Adding supports to the deck or anchoring the clothesline to it using a ground mount kit are possible options, but it's not recommended.