DIY - Auto Rain Shield for Clothes Kit - Arduino Nano

Overview

This DIY project automates the protection of clothes from rain. Using an Arduino Nano, a raindrop sensor, and a servo motor, the system detects rain and moves the clothesline under shelter automatically — then returns it to the sun once dry.

How It Works

1. The raindrop sensor detects moisture on its surface and sends a signal to the Arduino Nano.
2. The Arduino Nano reads this signal and commands the servo motor to move.
3. The servo moves the clothesline under a shelter when it rains, and back into the open when dry.

Complete Parts List

Applications

• Smart Home Automation — hands-free weather protection for laundry
• DIY Electronics — a great project to learn sensor input and motor control together
• Weather Protection — keeps clothes clean and dry without manual intervention

Full Build Guide

Step-by-step instructions and code for this exact project are on Project Hub.

FAQ

Do I need coding experience? No prior experience is required — this kit is built around one specific project, and the full code is freely available. See the build guide above.

What tools do I need beyond what's included? A computer with the free Arduino IDE (or ESP32/ESP8266 board support, where applicable) installed to upload the code. No soldering is required for this build.

Can I reuse the parts afterward? Yes — every component in this kit is a standard, reusable part you can use in future projects, not a single-use kit.