Collapsible Laundry Baskets are designed for easy storage and portability, making them ideal for homes, dorms, hotels, and commercial facilities. Whether your basket is made of plastic, mesh, or fabric, collapsing it properly prevents damage to its frame and helps it last longer.

1. Identify the Type of Collapsible Laundry Basket

Different baskets fold in different ways. Before collapsing, determine which type you have:

Check for folding buttons, hinges, or clips — forcing the basket without locating the folding mechanism can cause cracks or bent wires.

2. How to Collapse a Plastic Laundry Basket

Plastic collapsible baskets usually fold horizontally along flexible hinges.

Step-by-Step

1. Empty the basket completely.
   Ensure there are no clothes or items inside.

2. Hold the basket by its side handles.
   Place it on a stable surface like a table or floor.

3. Press down on the shorter sides.
   Apply even pressure until the basket’s walls begin to fold inward.

4. Flatten the base.
   Continue pressing until the basket collapses into a flat disc or rectangle.

5. Lock if applicable.
   Some models have clips or notches to hold the basket in a flat position.

Tip: Do not press the middle of the basket first — always start from the sides to avoid breaking the hinge joints.

Wochang’s foldable polypropylene laundry baskets use reinforced silicone hinges that can be collapsed and expanded thousands of times without deformation.

3. How to Collapse a Mesh Pop-Up Laundry Basket

Mesh pop-up baskets are built around a flexible steel wire frame that can twist into a compact loop.

Step-by-Step

1. Remove all laundry.

2. Hold opposite sides of the basket rim.

3. Flatten it into a circle by pressing the sides together.

4. Twist one side over the other (like forming a “figure 8”).

5. Fold the loops together so it forms a compact, flat circle.

6. Secure with the attached elastic band or strap.

Tip: Twist gently — the wire is flexible but can warp if bent sharply.

This “figure-eight” fold is similar to how pop-up tents and car shades are stored.

4. How to Collapse a Fabric Laundry Basket with Frame

Some fabric hampers include rigid supports or detachable rods.

Step-by-Step

1. Remove the inner bag (if the liner is detachable).

2. Locate the support rods or frame joints.

3. Fold down each frame section toward the center or release the locking clips.

4. Flatten the frame completely.

5. Fold the fabric along the natural creases.

Tip: If the frame is metal, dry it completely before folding to prevent corrosion.

Wochang’s fabric laundry trolleys often feature quick-release joints, allowing staff to collapse or expand units in seconds for efficient storage.

5. How to Reopen the Basket

Reassembling is just as easy:

• For plastic baskets, pull the sides upward until the joints lock.

• For mesh pop-ups, simply release the elastic strap and let the frame expand naturally.

• For fabric frames, reconnect or extend the support rods until they click into place.

Always check the locking points before loading laundry to ensure the structure is secure.

6. Maintenance and Safety Tips

• Avoid forcing joints — if resistance occurs, check for trapped hinges.

• Clean and dry before collapsing to prevent odor or mold buildup.

• Store in a dry area to avoid rusting on metal frames.

• Do not stack heavy items on a collapsed basket — it may distort its shape.

✅ Summary

Collapsing your laundry basket properly ensures longer life, easier storage, and safer use.

Smart design. Space-saving function. Built to last — with Wochang collapsible laundry baskets.