Coat Hangers

Coat hangers are essential when it comes to organising your home but are easily overlooked. From slim velvet hangers to sturdy wooden ones, the world of coat hangers offers a surprising variety of options. Whether you're looking to save space, protect delicate fabrics, or simply keep your clothes looking their best, there's a coat hanger designed for the job.

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What is the Best Type of Coat Hanger?

For Everyday Clothes (Shirts, Pants, etc.):

Plastic tubular hangers: These are affordable and versatile, good for everyday use. Look for thicker ones for heavier items. Avoid thin, flimsy plastic hangers as they can break easily.

Wooden hangers: These are sturdier and more elegant than plastic. They're great for suits, jackets, and heavier garments. Cedar wood hangers offer the added benefit of repelling moths.

Slim velvet hangers: These space-saving hangers are great for maximizing closet space. The velvet coating prevents clothes from slipping. However, they might not be suitable for very heavy items.

For Delicate Garments (Silk, Satin, etc.):

Padded hangers: These hangers are covered in fabric or padding to prevent snags and protect delicate fabrics.

Velvet hangers: The non-slip surface of velvet hangers is also good for delicate items.

For Specific Garments:

Skirt hangers: These have clips to hold skirts or pants without leaving marks.

Pants hangers: These can be multi-tiered or have clips to hold multiple pairs of pants.

Suit hangers: These are designed to maintain the shape of suits, with wider shoulders and a contoured shape.

Factors to Consider:

Material: Plastic is affordable, wood is sturdy and elegant, and velvet is space-saving and non-slip.

Thickness: Thicker hangers are better for heavier garments, while thinner hangers save space.

Shape: Contoured hangers are designed to maintain the shape of garments.

Features: Some hangers have clips, hooks, or non-slip grips.

Cost: Hangers range in price from very affordable to quite expensive.

Space: Consider how much closet space you have and choose hangers accordingly.

Are Wooden Hangers Better Than Plastic?

Wooden coat hangers are often seen as the more sophisticated and durable choice. They're known for their strength, elegant appearance, and ability to maintain the shape of garments. They are incredibly strong and can hold even heavy coats and suits without bending or breaking. Wider shoulders help preserve the shape of jackets and suits. Cedar wood hangers also repel moths and have a pleasant aroma.

Wider shoulders help preserve the shape of jackets and suits. Cedar wood hangers also repel moths and have a pleasant aroma. They are significantly cheaper than wooden ones and come in a vast array of colours, shapes, and sizes.

Choosing between wooden and plastic coat hangers depends on your individual needs and priorities. If budget is your primary concern, plastic hangers are the more affordable option. However, for preserving the shape and integrity of heavier garments like suits and coats, wooden hangers are the superior choice. If maximizing space is your goal, thinner plastic hangers, particularly velvet-flocked ones, can be more efficient. Often, a combination of both types of hangers is the most practical solution, using wooden hangers for investment pieces and suits, and plastic for everyday clothing.