This is exactly how I remember all the rules. I have been wanting to have one put in my back yard again, I guess it's been 15 or so years since I used one. Maybe I'll tell my husband and get one soon.even if I didn't hang close for drying, they make a great holder for photos of quilts. And the wonderful freshness of bed sheets straight off the line and back to the bed. That's a really special cozy,homey feeling.have a good day.