How to Install a Hills Double Fold Down Folding Frame Clothesline

Installing a Hills Double Fold Down Folding Frame Clothesline is a smart way to maximise drying space in tight areas while enjoying the trusted performance of an Australian-designed clothesline made for our unique weather. Whether you're mounting it on a wall or using a ground mount kit, Hills clotheslines are built for reliable outdoor drying in Aussie conditions.

The clotheslines fold down frame design gives you generous drying capacity when open, and folds down flat when not in use—perfect for balconies, courtyards, garages, or compact backyard spaces. With several size options, you can easily find a Hills model that fits your home and lifestyle.

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✔️ Engineered for Australian conditions, Hills clotheslines are made with high-quality, weather-resistant materials designed to withstand harsh sun, coastal air, and unpredictable rain. The Hills double folding frame adds flexibility and convenience without compromising on strength.

Hills clotheslines are a superior choice when it comes to clothesline installation, offering great quality and reliability for all your drying needs.

Need help with setup? We offer a professional installation service across many areas—or follow the step-by-step Hills Folding Frame Clothesline instructions included with your purchase to do it yourself. TABLE OF CONTENTS

Hills Fold Down Clothesline Instructions Installation Options

Important: This Hills folding frame clothesline can be wall or ground mounted. If you choose to ground mount, you will need to purchase a Hills Folding Frame Clothesline Post Kit, which is sold separately. Please follow the instructions provided with the Ground Mount Kit for a ground mount installation.

Hills Clothesline Installation Instructions - Wall Mounted

Important: x8 M8x70 Masonry Bolts are supplied with this product for mounting to masonry, brick, or concrete walls. If you require mounting to a different substrate such as wood or other specialised materials, please consult your local hardware store for advice on which fixings to use.

1.1 Select a Suitable Location

Ensure there is sufficient clearance around the Hills fold down clothesline. Hill's recommend a width of 500mm on the sides and 750mm from the front (Figure 1).

1.2 Mark the Hole Centres

Using the brackets as templates, mark the hole centres for the Hills fold down frame clothesline. The outer hole centres should be exactly 2353mm apart, and we recommend the lower hole centres be in line with the user's head height. Use a spirit level to ensure the hole centres are level vertically and horizontally (Figure 2).

1.3 Adhere the Wall Brackets

If you are mounting the folding frame clothesline to masonry, brick, or concrete, drill 10mm holes at the marked points and secure into position using the M8 x 70 Masonry Bolts supplied with the product (Figure 3). 

If using alternative fixings, secure the wall brackets in an appropriate manner for your substrate.

Assemble the Hills Fold Down Clothesline

2.1 Slide the x 8 Arm End Caps onto the End of Each Arm and Strut

Secure the arms and struts into the wall brackets using the x4 Chicago Bolts (Figure 4).

 Ensure the inner frame arms (shorter) are on the inside of the Hills folding clothesline.

2.2 Install the Hills Inner Frame:

Moving from right to left and keeping weight supported the whole time:

1.        Insert x1 Inner Front Bar into the Inner Right Arm.

2.        Slide x1 Joining Bar onto the Inner Front Bar.

3.        Slide the remaining Inner Front Bar into the Joining Bar.

4.        Carefully slot the assembled bars into the Left Inner Arm. (Figure 5)

The inner folding frame will now be fully assembled.

2.3 Install the Hills Outer Frame:

Moving from right to left and keeping weight supported the whole time:

1.        Insert x1 Outer Front Bar into the Outer Right Arm.

2.        Slide x1 Joining Bar onto the Outer Front Bar.

3.        Slide the remaining Outer Front Bar into the Joining Bar.

4.        Carefully slot the assembled bars into the Outer Left Arm. (Figure 6)

The outer frame of the hills folding frame clothesline will now be fully assembled.

Attaching the Line to the Double Folding frame clothesline

3.1 Your Hills Folding Frame Clothesline Comes with the Line Tensioner and Line Pre-attached

Thread the line through each frame in alternating directions, keeping tension as you go (Figure 7).

Refer to ………………..for how to tie off the final thread on each frame.

3.2 For Each Frame, Ensure All the Lines Are Pulled Tight

Follow the steps below to tie off:

1.        Align the line tie off with the hole in the fold down clothesline arm, and pull the line straight through the frame and line tie off.

2.        Pull the line tight and down, then wedge it right to secure it into the gap at the base of the line tie off.

3.        Thread the line back and forth through the holes on the inside of the line tie off, so the line finishes back on the inside of the arm.

4.        Wedge it again, this time into the opposite side gap at the base of the line tie off, and snip off the excess (Figure 8).

Do not cut until you are happy that the line is secure.

3.3 To Tension the Line

Rotate the line tension dial in a clockwise direction until the lines are taut (Figure 9).

Operating the Hills Folding Frame Clothesline

4.1 To Raise and Lock Either of the Hills Double Fold Down Frames

Grip in the middle and lift upwards until you hear the folding bracket 'click' (Figure 10).

4.2 To Lower Either of the Hills Double Frames

Grip the frame in the middle and raise it slightly above your head until you hear both folding brackets 'click!' Then guide the folded frame into the closed position (Figure 11).

There you have it, a fully installed clothesline!  We hope this guide was practical and helpful and you are well on your way to hanging out your first load of washing to dry!

Professional Clothesline Installation Service 

If you’re not keen on installing your new clothesline at The Clothesline Store we make the process of clothesline installation incredibly easy, with our professional clothesline installation service that ensures your clothesline is set up effortlessly.

Whether you’re choosing a fold down mounted, retractable, or a folding rotary clothesline our expert installers are ready to help across the East Coast of Australia, including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and beyond—covering areas like Geelong, the Gold Coast, and Newcastle for all outdoor clothes line installations.

To book your clothesline installation service, simply select "Yes, Install My Clothesline" (or "Yes, Install and Remove Old Clothesline") when placing your order.

Pick your clothesline, choose the clothesline installation option, and you’re on your way to having your new clothesline installed!  

 Hills Double Folding Frame Clothesline Specification

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At The Clothesline Store, we guarantee the fastest dispatch to ensure the quickest delivery of clotheslines, by operating our own national clothesline warehouse. Don’t take our word for it—check out our Google reviews!

As Australia’s largest private stockholder of clotheslines and accessories, we ship in-stock items the same or next business day. Unlike other retailers who rely on third-party distributors, our dedicated team handles every order directly, ensuring speed and reliability.

With our extensive range of clotheslines stored in our own clothesline warehouse and national centres, we deliver faster and more consistently.

Hills Clotheslines Full Product Range

Why we love Hills Clotheslines here at The Clothesline Store..... Hills are not just a practical drying solution—they're built to last, are great quality and offer excellent value for the price, making them the ideal choice for any home or family.

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