How Do You Store Clothes Hangers?
Sep 2, 2026 / Public Storage
Store hangers by sorting them by type and material, grouping matching styles together, and placing them in labeled boxes, bins, or bundles. At home, this can free up closet space. In a storage unit, keeping hangers with garment bags, wardrobe boxes, or seasonal clothing makes them easier to find for the next move or wardrobe change.
Clean and dry hangers before packing them. Use containers that fit the hanger type, and keep heavier wood or thick plastic hangers separate from lighter plastic or non-slip styles.
Hanger Storage Essentials:
- Sort hangers by type, including shirt, pants, skirt, jacket, coat, and children’s hangers.
- Group matching hangers by material and size.
- Clean and dry hangers before packing them away.
- Use shallow boxes for clip hangers and styles with movable parts.
- Store heavier wood and thick plastic hangers separately.
- Use labeled bins or boxes to keep hanger categories organized.
- Keep extra hangers near clothing, garment bags, wardrobe boxes, or moving supplies.
- Add hanger containers to a storage inventory when using a storage unit.
Hanger Storage at a Glance:
How Should You Prepare Hangers for Storage?
Prepare hangers for storage by sorting them by style and material first. This makes it easier to choose the right container and find the type you need later.
Use this process:
- Separate shirt, pants, skirt, jacket, coat, and children’s hangers.
- Wipe wood, plastic, or metal hangers with an appropriate cloth.
- Let hangers dry fully before packing.
- Group matching styles into manageable bundles.
- Label each container with the hanger type and intended use.
Use labels such as:
- Coat Hangers
- Wooden Hangers
- Pants and Skirt Hangers
- Moving Supplies — Extra Hangers
- Kids’ Clothing Hangers
How Can You Store Pants and Skirt Hangers?
Store pants and skirt hangers in a shallow box or bin so clip and bar styles remain easy to identify. Group similar hangers together and add a clean cloth or cardboard layer between groups when needed.
Clip hangers can have moving parts that catch on other hangers. Keep them separate from lightweight shirt hangers to reduce tangling.
Avoid overfilling the container. A shallow box that is easy to lift makes hanger groups easier to organize and retrieve.
How Can You Store Shirt and Blouse Hangers?
Store shirt and blouse hangers in a vertical bin, crate, or labeled box. These hangers are usually lightweight and easy to group by material, size, or household member.
Create separate groups for:
- Plastic hangers
- Thin non-slip hangers
- Wooden shirt hangers
- Children’s hangers
- Guest-room or laundry hangers
Keep the container near garment bags, wardrobe boxes, or seasonal clothing if you expect to use the hangers during a move or wardrobe rotation.
How Can You Store Jacket and Coat Hangers?
Store jacket and coat hangers separately because they are often wider and heavier than standard shirt hangers. A long, shallow box or labeled bin can keep them grouped without mixing them with lighter styles.
Place hangers in manageable bundles and use clean packing paper or cloth between groups if needed. Do not place heavy boxes directly on top of the container.
Use labels such as:
- Wide Jacket Hangers
- Coat Hangers
- Wooden Hangers
- Seasonal Clothing Supplies
How Can You Keep Hangers From Tangling?
Keep hangers from tangling by grouping matching types together before placing them in a box or bin. Store clip hangers, wide coat hangers, and lightweight shirt hangers in separate containers.
Use small bundles for similar hangers and avoid filling containers beyond a manageable level. Keep the container upright and place it where other boxes will not press down on the hangers.
How Should You Organize Hangers in a Storage Unit?
Organize hangers in a designated clothing or moving-supplies area. Place labeled bins near garment bags, wardrobe boxes, seasonal clothing, and other items you expect to retrieve at the same time.
Label bins on the top and at least two sides. A phone note or spreadsheet can track the location of larger hanger collections.
When Can Storage Help With Extra Hangers?
Storage can help when extra hangers take up closet space or when you are organizing clothing for a move, seasonal rotation, or household change. Group hangers with the items they support so they are ready when you need them.
Storage can be useful during:
- A home move or refresh
- Seasonal clothing changes
- Closet organization projects
- A transition between homes
- A change in household size
- A move to or from a college dorm or apartment
Should You Use Climate-Controlled Storage for Hangers and Clothing?
Climate-controlled storage can be useful when hangers are stored with coats, formalwear, natural-fiber clothing, leather accessories, and other items affected by heat or changing humidity. High heat can affect wood, plastic, adhesives, and clothing materials, while changing humidity can affect fabrics, leather, and metal components.
More than 90% of Public Storage properties offer climate-controlled units. These units are designed to help maintain more consistent temperature or humidity levels than non-climate-controlled storage.
Store hangers and clothing only after they are clean and dry. Place hanger containers on shelving or another raised surface, and keep related garment bags or wardrobe boxes organized nearby.
Store Hangers With a Clear Plan.
Hangers are easier to store when they are sorted by type, grouped by material, and packed in labeled containers. Keep clip hangers, coat hangers, and lightweight shirt hangers separate, then organize them with seasonal clothing or moving supplies.
Find a Public Storage location near you to reserve month-to-month space for hangers, garment bags, wardrobe boxes, clothing, and household belongings. Customers can complete a rental online in minutes with no credit card required.
A clear hanger-storage system makes the next closet refresh or move easier to organize.
Hanger Storage FAQs
Can you store hangers in a storage unit?
Yes. Store extra hangers in labeled bins or boxes with seasonal clothing, garment bags, wardrobe boxes, or moving supplies.
How do you keep hangers from tangling in storage?
Sort hangers by type, group matching styles together, and store them in separate labeled containers. Keep heavy wood hangers separate from lightweight or clip hangers.
What is the best way to store clip hangers?
Store clip hangers in a shallow labeled box or bin. Group similar styles together and avoid overfilling the container.
Can you use a clothing rack in a storage unit?
A customer-provided clothing rack can organize clothing and hangers when it fits the unit layout and leaves a clear walkway. Review the rental agreement and facility rules before bringing storage equipment into the unit.
Are Public Storage rentals month to month?
Yes. All Public Storage rentals are month to month.
