Coat hangers should be sturdy enough to hold the weight of these heaviest
garments in our wardrobes. The best coat hangers are made of wood, with thick,
sturdy frames that extend in thickness to encompass the shoulders as well as the
stem of the hanger. Many coat hangers include a curved profile that takes into
account the frame of the body. Shoulders are not straight and flat, but are
curved outward where the tricep bulges. The coat hanger may also include shaping
around the upper chest area of the coat, where the fabric is normally pushed out
slightly from the collarbone of the wearer.
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When coat hangers take into account the three-dimensional shape of the body,
they tend to support the coat more effectively, lessening unusual stress on
seams and linings. The wood of coat hangers should be very smooth, so as not to
catch on the inner fabric. Coat hangers of wood should also be sealed in some
way, so there will be no chance of splintering under normal conditions.
The only wooden coat hangers that should not be sealed or finished are cedar
hangers whose aromatic and insect-repellant properties depend on the cedar
scent. Although these hangers may lose their scent after a few months,
occasional light sanding will refresh the wood, bringing the essence back to the
surface. (Make sure that, after sanding, you use a clean cloth to wipe the
hangers scrupulously clean).
Hang coats properly by buttoning them onto the hanger. This method will keep
coats from sagging on the hangers, distributing the weight more evenly and
preventing linings from losing their structure. Linings and pockets should be
periodically inspected to make sure their seams are intact and to fix any holes
that may have developed over time.
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suit hangers.
