Aliante Clothes Airer Cherry Wood

Frequently Asked Questions - Aliante Clothes Airer Cherry Wood

What are the dimensions of the Aliante Clothes Airer Cherry Wood?

When open and in use, the Aliante measures 132cm W x 67cm D x 105cm H. When folded flat for storage, it collapses to just 20cm W x 67cm D x 105cm H - narrow enough to slide behind a door, into a laundry alcove, or alongside a washing machine while standing upright independently on its castors. The 20cm folded depth is one of the slimmest profiles available in a full-size freestanding clothes airer of this drying capacity.

What is the Aliante Clothes Airer Cherry Wood made from?

The frame is crafted from solid cherry wood. The drying rails are powder-coated aluminium - 100% rustproof and non-marking. The drying grids use a nylon frame to hold the rails in position. Every Aliante is handcrafted and quality-checked at the Arredamenti Italia workshop in Bione, northern Italy.

How much drying space does the Aliante provide?

The Aliante provides 24 linear metres of drying space. This is enough to hang a full family wash in a single session, including shirts, jeans, underwear, towels and bed linen, without any item needing to be doubled over or bunched. The four independent side arms spread laundry outward for maximum airflow around each garment, which accelerates drying time compared to airers where items hang vertically in close proximity.

How do the side arms work, and can they be used independently?

The Aliante has four side arms - two on each side of the frame, one upper and one lower. All four operate fully independently. For a small daily load, open just the upper arms. For a full wash, deploy all four. As items dry and are removed, individual arms can be folded away while the rest of the airer stays in use. This makes the Aliante equally practical for a single item as it is for a full household load.

Does the Aliante have castors, and can they be locked?

Yes - the Aliante is fitted with four lockable, non-scratch rubber castors. The castors allow the airer to be rolled freely on hard floor surfaces when unlocked, and locked firmly in position when in use. The rubber material will not scratch or mark timber, tiles or polished concrete. To move the airer, release the castor locks and roll; to secure it while loading or drying, engage the locks with your foot.

What is the peg basket on the Aliante and how does it work?

The Aliante includes an integrated rotating peg basket - a small container that clips onto the frame and swivels to face you as you work around the airer. It keeps pegs accessible at all times without requiring a separate peg bag or repeated trips to the laundry.hr

How does the Aliante fold and store?

To fold the Aliante, close all four side arms flat against the frame, then collapse the cross-brace base inward until the unit is 20cm wide. The airer stands upright independently when folded, supported on its castors - no leaning against a wall or laying flat required. The castors allow it to be rolled into a storage position without lifting. At 20cm wide and 105cm tall when folded, it fits neatly behind most standard internal doors or in a slim laundry gap.

Does the Aliante require assembly?

Minimal assembly is required - the Aliante is delivered pre-assembled and the only step needed before first use is attaching the four castors to the base of the frame. No specialist tools are required. Once the castors are attached, the airer is ready to use.

How does the Aliante compare to the Karisma Tower Clothes Airer?

Both are Arredamenti Italia freestanding clothes airers on lockable castors with cherry wood frames and powder-coated aluminium rails, but they differ in drying configuration. The Karisma is a vertical tower with six horizontal drying grids stacked in tiers, providing 25 linear metres of drying space in a compact 80cm footprint. The Aliante uses four outward-extending side arms to spread laundry horizontally, providing 24 linear metres across a wider 132cm footprint when fully open. The Karisma suits tighter spaces where a smaller open footprint is important. The Aliante suits households that prefer laundry spread outward for faster drying and easier access, or those who want the flexibility to use just one or two arms for smaller loads.

Is the Aliante suitable for indoor use in Australia?

Yes - the Aliante is designed for indoor use and performs best in a well-ventilated laundry, living space or covered area. The rustproof aluminium rails and solid cherry wood frame make it durable in laundry environments. It is not designed for unsheltered outdoor use.

How do I care for and clean the Aliante Clothes Airer Cherry Wood?

The cherry wood frame can be wiped with a dry or lightly damp cloth to remove dust and surface marks. Avoid soaking the timber or using abrasive or chemical cleaners. The powder-coated aluminium rails are rustproof and require only occasional wiping with a damp cloth to remove detergent residue or lint. The nylon grid frames and peg basket can be wiped clean with a damp cloth. The rubber castors require no maintenance under normal household use.