Quick Answer
At The Clothesline Store, the top Hills Hoist options are the Folding Rotary 6, 7 and 8 line, Heritage Fixed Head 6 and 7 line, and Everyday 37 and 47. Choose 6 lines for 2 to 4 people and 8 lines for larger families.
The Hills Hoist has been an icon of Australian backyards since 1945. Its large head diameter and solid galvanised steel construction give generous, even drying using free sun and wind, cutting your power bills and carbon footprint.
What Types of Hills Clotheslines Are There?
Rotary Clotheslines
Best for larger backyards. The Fixed Head comes in galvanised steel with 6 or 7 lines. The Premium Folding Rotary comes in Cottage Green, Surfmist or Monument with 6 to 8 lines. The Everyday Folding Rotary comes in Norfolk Pine with 6 or 7 lines.
Fold Down Clotheslines
Ideal for compact yards. They fold away when not in use. The Premium range comes in Surfmist or Monument, and the Everyday range comes in Autumn Stone.
Retractable Clotheslines
Best when space is tight. Hills Retractable comes in 5 line and 7 line models, both in black, and pulls out only when you need it.
Portable Clotheslines
For indoor or outdoor use. The Hills Portable 170 (10 lines, Monument) is a customer favourite.
Hills Hoist Rotary Models Compared
Hills Folding Rotary 6 Line: 38m of line, 3.0m head, 2 to 4 people, queen sheets, ground socket included.
Hills Folding Rotary 7 Line: 48m of line, 3.6m head, 3 to 5 people, queen sheets, ground socket included.
Hills Folding Rotary 8 Line: 58m of line, 4.0m head, 3 to 6 people, king sheets, ground socket included.
Hills Heritage Fixed Head 6 Line: 40m of line, 4.0m head, 2 to 4 people, king sheets, cemented into the ground.
Hills Heritage Fixed Head 7 Line: 50m of line, 4.5m head, 3 to 6 people, king sheets, cemented into the ground.
Hills Everyday 37: 37m of line, 3.5m head, 2 to 4 people, double sheets, folding and removable, ground socket included.
Hills Everyday 47: 47m of line, 3.6m head, 2 to 4 people, queen sheets, folding and removable, ground socket included.
How Do You Choose the Right Hills Hoist?
Start with how much washing you dry. 6 lines suits 2 to 4 people, and 8 lines suits larger families. Then measure your yard to make sure the head diameter fits, allowing clearance from walls, fences and trees. For small spaces, a fold down or retractable model may suit better.
Hills Warranty and Maintenance
The Hills premium range has a lifetime warranty, and the Everyday range has a 10 year warranty. Check the clothesline regularly for wear, tighten any loose fittings, and follow the Hills product manual for care and warranty details.
Professional Clothesline Installation
The Clothesline Store offers professional installation and old line removal 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" at checkout, and pay for your clothesline and installation in one payment.
What Our Customers Say
"I love hills hoists, they dry the clothes so much better than other lines, the 7 line one is brilliant & I purchased it for my son & his family as they have just bought a new house & didn't have a clothes line."
— Bev C., Hills Fixed Head 7 Line
"Easy to arrange, installer was responsive and able to install about a week after delivery. Good quality product, quickly installed and old line completely removed."
— Tracy L., Hills Folding Rotary 8 Line
"Excellent experience and love our new clothesline and having had it professionally installed and the old one removed."
— Malcolm D., Hills Everyday 47
"Beautiful product and we're so glad for the new taut long lines."
— Bec T., Hills Folding Rotary 7 Line
Related Guides from The Clothesline Store
Read our guide to the best folding rotary clothesline in Australia, find out what's covered by the Hills warranty, and learn how to choose the right sized clothesline.
Hills Hoist FAQs
Which Hills Hoist is best for a large family?
The Hills Folding Rotary 8 Line (58m of line, king sheets) or the Heritage Fixed Head 7 Line (50m of line, king sheets) suit families of 3 to 6 people.
What is the difference between a folding and fixed head Hills Hoist?
A folding rotary folds down and lifts out of a ground socket when not in use. A fixed head is cemented permanently into the ground and stays open.
What warranty do Hills clotheslines have?
The Hills premium range has a lifetime warranty, and the Everyday range has a 10 year warranty.
Can The Clothesline Store install my Hills Hoist?
Yes. The Clothesline Store offers professional installation and old clothesline removal in selected areas.
Where can I buy a Hills Hoist in Australia?
Online from The Clothesline Store, Australia's largest private clothesline stockist since 2003, with a 4.9 out of 5 star customer rating.
