Last updated: 25 September 2026
Quick Answer
At The Clothesline Store, the best ground mounted folding frame clotheslines are Air Dry (Australian made, custom or ready made) and Hills. Install with a standard ground mount kit in soil or grass, or a base plate kit on concrete.
A folding frame clothesline is one of the most versatile ways to dry clothes naturally. The same clothesline can be wall mounted, or installed with a ground mount kit in soil, grass or on concrete, giving you ample hanging space in a design that folds away when not in use.
What Is a Ground Mounted Folding Frame Clothesline?
It's a fold down clothesline anchored directly into the ground with a ground mount kit instead of a wall. All the folding clotheslines in this guide can be wall mounted too. Ground mounting gives excellent stability, even in windy conditions, and lets you place the clothesline anywhere in your yard.
Why Choose a Ground Mounted Clothesline?
Ground mounted clotheslines are stable in wind, suit almost any spot in the backyard and fold flat when not in use, so they never dominate the yard like a rotary hoist. They're usually the larger models of the wall mounted range, so they hold queen and king sheets as well as everyday loads.
Which Ground Mount Kit Do You Need?
Choose your kit by the surface you're installing on.
Standard Ground Mount Kit (Soil or Grass)
Includes the posts and components to concrete your clothesline securely into soil or grass.
Plated Ground Mount Kit (Concrete)
Designed to bolt onto a concrete slab. Also called a foot plate or, more commonly, a base plate kit. Existing concrete may need core drilling depending on the model. Note: Hills Everyday, Mini and Long folding frame models do not support base plate installation.
Space Saving, Weather Resistant and Customisable
Fold down clotheslines fold flat when not in use, freeing up your yard. Ground mounted models are made from materials such as galvanised steel and powder-coated aluminium to handle the Australian climate, with colour options like Woodland Grey to suit your garden.
If your yard has an unusual space, Air Dry can custom make a folding clothesline in the size, line length and colour you need.
Best Ground Mounted Folding Clotheslines in Australia
Air Dry Custom Made Folding Clotheslines
Australian made and built to your exact size. The Air Dry 1500 suits smaller yards with 6 to 14 lines and up to 25 metres of hanging space. The Air Dry 3300 suits large families with up to 48 metres of line space and holds king sheets.
Key details: Widths from 1500mm to 3300mm and depths from 600mm to 1500mm, the most comprehensive custom range on the market. It has the largest colour range, a 10 year frame warranty and 12 months on the cord. It's made in Australia, needs assembly and is available with our installation service.
Air Dry Ready Made Folding Clotheslines
Australian made and ready to ship. The Air Dry 3300 ready made has 14 lines and 42 metres of line space, suiting families, group homes and heavy laundry users.
Key details: Available in Woodland Grey, Surfmist or Monument, with a 10 year frame warranty and 12 months on the cord. It's made in Australia, needs assembly and is available with our installation service.
Hills Folding Clotheslines
Hills has made clotheslines for Australian households for over 70 years. The Hills Everyday Double has 11 lines and up to 26 metres of hanging space for medium to large families. The Hills Single has 11 lines and 26 metres of hanging space for small to medium households.
Key details: The Everyday range comes in one colour and the other ranges in two. The Everyday range has a 10 year frame warranty and the other ranges a lifetime structural frame warranty, all with 12 months on the cord. Made in China, needs assembly, and available with our installation service.
Austral Folding Clotheslines
The Austral Slenderline 16 suits smaller yards with 6 lines and 14.2 metres of hanging space. The Austral Standard has 12 lines and 28.5 metres of drying space for larger families. Both come in five colours, need assembly and are available with our installation service.
What Our Customers Say
Hands down the BEST! ★★★★★
"Absolutely love my Air Dry fold-out clothesline! This Aussie gem is a game-changer - sturdy, space-saving, and built to last. Attaches easily to masonry and handles a much larger load of washing that I would have thought. Dries clothes quickly, looks great too and very simple to install with some great videos to assist on their website. Best laundry investment I've made!"
— Dan H., Verified Buyer, Australia
Great Clotheline ★★★★★
"The Company were great to deal with. The instructional video was easily understood and the line was easily installed. What a great experience. (Air Dry 2400)"
— Garry M., Verified Buyer, Australia
Why didn't I do this earlier? ★★★★★
"I moved my clothesline to a concrete area which is so much cleaner and being able to fold both sections down is such a great concept. It arrived quickly and it was installed at a time to suit my needs by a great tradesman. Im very happy."
— Alison M., Verified Buyer, Australia
Happy washing day! ★★★★★
"I am thrilled with my new Air-dry clothes line. It is a wall line to save space. So easy to install my hubby did it, and we both treaded the lines. I just love hanging my washing out now! I also bought the round sock hanger and it is a time saver when getting washing in. One very happy shopper and love Aussie Made! 😊"
— Denise G., Verified Buyer, Australia
Professional Clothesline Installation
The Clothesline Store's professional installers handle fold down clotheslines with standard ground mount kits, plated kits and base plates, in selected areas including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Geelong, the Gold Coast and Newcastle. Select "Yes, Install My Clothesline" or "Yes, Install and Remove Old Clothesline" when placing your order.
Shipped Direct From Our Warehouse
As Australia's largest private stockholder of clotheslines, The Clothesline Store ships in-stock items the same or next business day from our own national warehouse. Our team handles every order directly, and we hold a 4.9 out of 5 star customer rating.
Related Guides from The Clothesline Store
Read how to install a Hills fold down clothesline, why ground mounting beats fence mounting and how to choose the right sized clothesline.
Ground Mounted Folding Clothesline FAQs
What is the best ground mounted folding clothesline in Australia?
Air Dry is a top choice because it's Australian made, can be custom made to your exact size and has the largest colour range. Hills is another popular option with a range of sizes.
Can a folding frame clothesline be installed in the ground?
Yes. With a standard ground mount kit, it can be concreted into soil or grass. With a base plate kit, it can be bolted onto a concrete slab.
What is the difference between a ground mount kit and a base plate kit?
A standard ground mount kit is concreted into soil or grass. A base plate kit (also called a plated or foot plate kit) bolts onto an existing concrete slab.
Do all fold down clotheslines suit a base plate?
No. Hills Everyday, Mini and Long folding frame models do not support base plate installation. Check the product page before ordering.
Can The Clothesline Store install my ground mounted clothesline?
Yes. The Clothesline Store offers professional installation, including ground mount and base plate kits, in selected areas.
Where can I buy a ground mounted folding clothesline?
Online from The Clothesline Store, Australia's largest private clothesline stockist since 2003, with a 4.9 out of 5 star customer rating.
Final Thoughts
A folding clothesline on a ground mount kit is a stable, weather resistant and space saving way to dry clothes. Choose your kit by surface, then choose Air Dry, Hills or Austral by size and budget.
