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Clothes pegs

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LifeInAHamsterWheel · 08/05/2023 20:29

I've wasted money on two different packs of clothes pegs having recently got an outdoor line (been using clothes horses for years) None of them seem to grip the clothes properly so things end up sliding up and down the line. Is it the pegs? If so please recommend good ones! Or is it the way I hang the clothes?! And if so, tell me what I'm doing wrong!

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WhoppingBigBackside · 08/05/2023 20:31

How to Hang Clothes to Dry (with Pictures) - wikiHow

Hanging clothing may sound old-fashioned, but it's a sure-fire way to dry any piece of clothing you own. An easy way to do this is by clipping clothing to a clothesline set up either indoors or outdoors. While drying indoors, utilize...

https://www.wikihow.com/Hang-Clothes-to-Dry#:~:text=Using%20a%20Clothesline%201%201%20Shake%20out%20the,8%20Fasten%20small%20items%20at%20the%20corners.%20

Zingy123 · 08/05/2023 20:31

https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/products/275866274

These are good.

Bumble84 · 08/05/2023 20:32

https://www.minky.com/80-sure-grip-pegs-vt86603f15.html

I find these ones really good having also had your issues in the past!

80 Sure Grip Pegs

Minky SureGrip Pegs 80pk will protect and hold your laundry securely without leaving marks or damaging clothes and garments due to their unique soft grip pads. This great value pack has enough pegs to hold a whopping 40 garments!

https://www.minky.com/80-sure-grip-pegs-vt86603f15.html

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DucksNewburyport · 08/05/2023 20:33

These worked for me:
https://www.lakeland.co.uk/4076/20-soft-grip-clothes-pegs-pastel

Soft Grip Clothes Pegs, Pastel Colour x20 | Lakeland

Soft Grip Clothes Pegs with cushioned grips to hold clothes securely & to avoid ugly imprints. Ideal for delicate clothing & woollens. Rustproof & waterproof.

https://www.lakeland.co.uk/4076/20-soft-grip-clothes-pegs-pastel

MILofdoom · 08/05/2023 20:42

Minky all the way! Everything stays put!

Barbarolo · 08/05/2023 20:45

These are brilliant! https://www.dunelm.com/product/pack-of-50-grey-soft-grip-plastic-pegs-1000216541

Pack of 50 Grey Soft Grip Plastic Pegs | Dunelm

* Includes 50 x pegs * Long lasting and durable * High quality and sturdy plastic Made from quality sturdy and durable plastic materials, these plastic pegs are supplied in a pack of 50 in a gorgeous grey colourway. They have a soft grip mechanism w...

https://www.dunelm.com/product/pack-of-50-grey-soft-grip-plastic-pegs-1000216541

oOiluvfriendsOo · 08/05/2023 20:47

Minky for me.

All other brands of pegs have snapped over time, due to being left out on the line i presume, but the Minky's are still going strong.

EversoDisorganised · 08/05/2023 20:52

We only ever use wooden ones, they grip well and last forever. Prefer to use less plastic too.

MeinKraft · 08/05/2023 20:53

Wiggly pegs are what you want. They don't have springs so they can't rust and break apart.

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LifeInAHamsterWheel · 08/05/2023 21:42

Thank you all, I will go shopping again at the weekend!

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NorthFaceofthelaundrypile · 08/05/2023 21:43

The Lakeland soft grip ones are brilliant.

FranklySonImTheGaffer · 08/05/2023 22:09

I had the same problem and looked at options that were more eco-friendly / not plastic. Ended up buying these - they're doing very well so far

megletthesecond · 08/05/2023 22:17

I don't like my Minky or IKEA pegs. (IKEA Soctopus is good though).
Going back to wooden pegs again.

SilentHedges · 08/05/2023 22:37

Smiths extra long strong wooden pegs. I found them on Mumsnet as one of their top recommendations.

I don't buy plastic as its not good for the environment.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Smiths-Strong-Wooden-Hardwood-Laundry/dp/B083JKL7VN/ref=asc_df_B083JKL7VN/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=439160417706&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6202466858029983572&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1006480&hvtargid=pla-917818496128&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=107532144368&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=439160417706&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6202466858029983572&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1006480&hvtargid=pla-917818496128

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Smiths-Strong-Wooden-Hardwood-Laundry/dp/B083JKL7VN/ref=asc_df_B083JKL7VN?adgrpid=107532144368&hvadid=439160417706&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=1006480&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6202466858029983572&hvtargid=pla-917818496128&linkCode=df0&psc=1&tag=mumsnet&ascsubtag=mnforum--chat-4802108-clothes-pegs

MaidOfSteel · 08/05/2023 23:06

The only pegs that keep stuff from sliding along the line are dolly pegs. I buy plastic ones off Amaxon. Push them on firmly and the clothes are going nowhere.

IbizaToTheNorfolkBroads · 08/05/2023 23:18

Pincinox stupidly expensive French pegs

They work out at about £1 each, but they don't bend, snap, rust or mark clothes and mine still look brand new after about 5 years.

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