Dryers are made for towels, sheets, and work clothes… and shoes..!?
Tossing trainers, boots, or delicate footwear into a tumbling dryer isn’t just noisy, it’s a fast-track to warped soles and cracked leather. Enter the Speed Queen Shoe Drying Rack, designed for small chassis dryers: a clever little accessory that turns a dryer into a gentle, no-tumble drying station.
Below is what it actually looks like (apologies for the average picture, but we couldn't find any glamour shots of this beaty in our image archives).
How It Works
The rack sits securely inside the drum, anchored so it doesn’t move while the dryer spins hot air around it. Instead of tumbling, shoes (or any awkward items) stay fixed in place while warm air circulates. Think of it as a drying platform inside your dryer - steady, simple, and far kinder to items that weren’t built for cartwheels.
What You Can Use It For
- Sneakers and Trainers – Dry after a muddy game without wrecking the shape.
- Work Boots – Speed up turnaround for boots that can’t be air-dried for days.
- Delicate Items – Hats, gloves, or soft toys that need warm air but no rough tumble.
- Household Items – Cushions, small mats, or anything prone to deformation.
Why It Matters for Operators and Customers
- Less Noise: No more tennis-shoes-as-drum-solo in the laundromat.
- Protects Gear: Extends the life of shoes and accessories.
- Added Value: For laundromat owners, it’s a differentiator - “yes, you can dry your shoes here.”
- Quick Turnaround: Shoes and boots can dry in hours instead of days, which is a lifesaver for workers, athletes, and families.
Small Accessory, Big Impact
The shoe rack may not be as flashy as a stainless-steel tub or an electronic control panel, but it’s part of what makes Speed Queen commercial equipment versatile. Real life doesn’t just mean washing socks and shirts - it means drying boots that were caked in mud, sneakers soaked on the field, and kids’ gear that needs to be ready tomorrow morning.
With the shoe drying rack, a Speed Queen dryer becomes more than a dryer. It becomes a rescue tool for everyday life.
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