In places where there are large crowds of people, a cafe, a restaurant or an office at work, it is necessary to take off your outerwear. After all, in the cold season it is very uncomfortable to sit in a coat or jacket.
Therefore, in such places there must be a floor hanger on which you can hang outerwear so that it does not get in the way. A floor hanger is irreplaceable and, if chosen correctly, will only decorate the room.
A hanger will create the first impression of a person who enters a given room, because the first thing a person will do with their eyes is look for a hanger.
There are a large number of different types of floor hangers. They are different in quality, price and design. To make a choice in favor of any hanger, you need to know the advantages and disadvantages.
Pros: a floor hanger does not spoil the surface of the walls, is very easy to use and can be moved to any place without difficulty, affordable price, clothes on a hanger dry and ventilate, unlike a closet.
Cons: the floor hanger is not very stable, so clothes need to be hung evenly, there must be space around the hanger so that a visitor can easily walk around it,
Tips for choosing
Choosing a hanger for the bedroom is not easy, as you need to take into account many different indicators.
Everything must be taken into account: the color scheme and style direction of the interior, the type of construction, as well as the material from which the hanger is made.
Both the appearance of the structure and its performance characteristics depend on these parameters.
A thing you create with your own hands is pleasing to the eye and causes pride, but it is better to purchase a guaranteed reliable hanger for the bedroom in a specialized store - a wide range of models allows you to choose a design of any type, color palette and size.
Classic style hanger
Metal hangers are suitable for classic interiors.
Wooden models look good in interiors that have a lot of wooden furniture, wooden floors and doors. Wooden hangers in the hallway can be made of natural wood, wood veneer, chipboard, they can be decorated with carvings, varnished or stained, and painted in a color that suits the surrounding environment.
Materials
The first thing a buyer pays attention to is the materials from which the floor hangers are made. All operational characteristics of the accessory depend on the source code. four main types of hangers that are popular
- Made from durable metal.
- Made from stone materials.
- Plastic structures.
- Wood products.
It is worth telling in more detail about each of them. Traditional metal-based structures have a fairly large height - about 175 centimeters.
This type of hanger allows you to conveniently store even long evening dresses.
Ready-made models are heavy, so you’ll have to forget about the mobility of the hanger. The appearance of such a hanger is unremarkable when it comes to simple purchased models. To get something unique for your interior, you should turn to masters of artistic forging.
The unpresentable appearance will fit perfectly into a high-tech bedroom - a polished surface will be in place. Also, this disadvantage is more than compensated for by increased functionality - separate hooks are often built into metal floor hangers for storing scarves, bags, belts and hats.
Hangers made of artificial or natural stone are rare, but they amaze the imagination with their reliability and unique appearance.
Hangers with marble stylization look original. The disadvantages include the weight - it is even greater than that of metal hangers. But the strength of the product is incredible - the hanger is not afraid of impacts and falls due to the high stability of the structure.
Plastic hangers meet all expectations of convenience and functionality. They are light in weight and can be quickly assembled without the participation of craftsmen.
Plastic allows you to choose any color - from calm tones to bright shades.
The disadvantage of the plastic design is the low level of strength - the hanger is easily deformed from impacts or from the heavy weight of clothes. This option is suitable for a small amount of clothing made from light fabrics - you should not place a fur coat on such a hanger.
Wooden hangers are considered the best option.
The material is easy to modify, so the buyer is given a wide choice of shapes and sizes. Wood does not have as much weight as metal, but is highly durable and durable in use. It can even withstand outer clothing without breaking due to mechanical stress. The color palette is usually natural wood, but the material can be painted in any color you like.
The hanger is pre-coated with compounds to prevent rotting and to protect it from water.
Forged hangers are elegant and expensive. They can withstand heavy loads and have the advantages of stability, greater strength, compactness and durability. Simply put, these hangers are “unkillable.”
Recently, their use in interior design has become a very fashionable trend.
Modern designs
Modern economy-class social residential real estate and small-sized apartments on the secondary housing market, due to the small size of entrance spaces, initially dictate the preferable use of hanging, wall-mounted devices for hanging long coats and raincoats. Therefore, a floor hanger-rack installed at the entrance, by its very appearance, emphasizes the originality of the owners’ preferences.
Today, the furniture industry and handicraft industry offers the most futuristic design of these products:
- they can be used to hang and store suits, coats and hats for a long time;
- they can be used to hang a bag or umbrella while the owner puts on shoes or the hostess touches up her lips;
- The existing ottoman (seat) will make putting on shoes much easier.
Currently, the following basic form factors of hangers are mainly used for placement at the entrance:
- group stand, which has several vertical supports, which are often mounted on crossbars with wheels;
- a group rod having two supports and a cross member located in the upper part;
- single-post samples are a classic type of furniture product, the design of which has changed little over time;
- for the suit, the most compact options are available, suitable for installation both in the entrance vestibule and in the bedroom or office.
Let's take a closer look at each of the options.
Group racks with a bar have two or four supports. Four-support samples are usually equipped with wheels for free movement of the product from place to place. The racks at the top are connected to each other by a tubular cross member or a flat crossbar. On the crossbar, clothing hooks are rigidly fixed, and on the pipe, hooks or hangers have the ability to move longitudinally.
A shelf for shoes can be installed on the lower tier. Such devices are a worthy alternative to a bulky wardrobe, and can fit perfectly into the interior of not only a small hallway, but also into the entrance vestibule of small-family apartments or studio apartments. Despite their small size, they are quite capable of accepting outerwear, bags and umbrellas for visits of 5...9 people.
The single-post model usually has a cross-shaped stand, which may have roller supports. This type can be placed not only in the hallway, but also in the office or bedroom.
The stand usually has several hooks attached, and in the upper part there are several consoles for hanging hangers. The disadvantages of such samples include low stability, since when heavy outerwear is hung on one side, the likelihood of furniture overturning increases.
A suit hanger is usually placed in the bedroom or office, where there is little chance of formal, work clothes getting dirty with dirt and moisture brought in from the street. Modern designs are often equipped with a special holder for trousers.
These samples, with their sufficient compactness, allow you to maintain the ideal condition of a business suit without worrying about ironing it before each business meeting or going out.
Advantages
Unlike hangers built into a closet or wall-mounted, a floor-standing clothes hanger has a significant advantage in mobility - it can be easily installed in the right place and moved if necessary, without much effort.
The advantages of the hangers in question also include the following indicators:
- No need to damage wall coverings - if the hanger is no longer needed in the room, it can simply be removed;
- A wide selection of models, which, in addition to standard ones, includes unique design developments. This makes it possible to choose a floor hanger to suit any interior style;
- The spaciousness of most designs, thanks to which hangers are often installed on the floor of the hallway, where you can place the clothes of not only the owners, but also guests of the house.
It is also worth noting that things are placed completely freely on the floor hanger, and if necessary, you can simply move the structure closer to the heat source to dry the wardrobe.
Standard sizes
An extremely important parameter when choosing clothes hangers is their size. The level of comfort of the owner and the quality of placement of the wardrobe item largely depend on their correct selection. For example, a large shirt or jacket will wrinkle on hangers that are too small.
The standard width of wooden hangers is 45 cm, and metal hangers are 42 cm. Therefore, it is convenient to place clothes from sizes 46 to 50 on them. Plastic models of hangers have a wider range of sizes: from the most compact adult options with a width of 40 cm, to large models that are suitable for clothes of size 56 or more.
Types of floor clothes hangers
Today's market offers a huge variety of floor hangers - from the most simple to those striking in their originality. They can be stationary or equipped with wheels for easy transportation, open and closed.
There are also transformable hangers that can perform a variety of functions.
Tripod
This species is known, perhaps, to every person, as it has a very long history of existence. Nevertheless, the design does not lose its relevance to this day, acquiring new, improved forms over the years.
There are two main types of tripod hangers.
- The first consists of a strong rod with hook holders placed at the same height or at different levels. The structure is reinforced with a round base. When choosing this option for the hallway, you need to pay attention to its stability - the support circle must have a diameter of at least 30 cm.
- The second type involves a model assembled from several curved metal strips, as shown in the photo below. Moreover, the upper bends are much smaller in size than the lower ones. This hanger is much more stable than the previous one, but will require a larger area, so it will be appropriate in a spacious room.
Combination with chair or cabinet
A convenient version of a transforming hanger that takes up little space is quite suitable for installation in any room. This is one of the types of suit hangers, which can be additionally equipped with a cabinet.
Such furniture will be a good solution for small apartments where there is a catastrophic lack of free space.
In addition to the fact that a small wardrobe will perfectly fit here, the hanger will serve as a seat or have an additional storage compartment. Designs with a cabinet are more stable due to the weight of the lower compartment, so they can easily withstand the weight of even winter coats and jackets.
Business suit hanger
This type is appropriate for both adult bedrooms, small dressing rooms, and for children’s rooms if the child wears a school suit. Its main advantage is the presence of special hangers for a jacket and a crossbar for trousers.
The ladies' model is equipped with additional skirt attachments.
The suit hanger is made from any material, including plastic, as it does not bear heavy loads. The advantage of many of these models is the presence of a shelf or small storage area, where wardrobe additions and necessary items such as glasses, watches, keys, etc. will be compactly placed.
Rack
A coat rack with a hanger rack can easily serve as a wardrobe. Depending on the size, it can accommodate quite a lot of clothes, which will fit comfortably and will not lose their shape.
Structurally, the hanger is formed from a rectangular base, racks and one or two rod pipes on which hangers are hung.
A good choice would be a modern hanger rack with height adjustment, which can vary from 80 cm to 1.5 m. The material used for production is wood or metal; forged structures are also available.
Children's floor stands can be made of plastic and have bright colors.
For adult stands, it is important to choose the right hangers, the length of which should be no less than the size of the clothing from the left shoulder to the right - this will help to avoid the effect of elongated shoulders. Thin structures also lead to deformation, so it is better to purchase voluminous hangers. It is also worth paying attention to the quality of polishing and coating.
If the finish is of low quality and has roughness, thin and light fabrics will be damaged.
Models on wheels, which can be freely moved if necessary, are in considerable demand. Families who love to welcome guests into their home can purchase a folding hanger rack.
This model, when assembled, will take up very little space, and when unfolded, it will provide comfortable placement of a large number of things.
Custom floor hangers
This category includes various design developments that combine functionality and individual beauty.
Very often, such models become interior decor, introducing notes of originality, such as tree hangers in the Scandinavian hallway, massive forged structures, an unusual loft stand and various abstract products.
Correlation with clothing size
Choosing a hanger is easy at first glance
In fact, this is a purely individual task, when performing it it is important to understand who needs such a thing and why. The generally accepted scale of the ratio of clothing size to shoulder length will also come to the rescue.
| Women's clothing size | International size | Product width, cm |
| 38-42 | XS and S | 39-40 |
| 44-46 | M | 41 |
| 46-48 | L | 43 |
| 48-50 | XL | 46 |
When choosing hangers for men's clothing, it is important not to forget: men have wider shoulders. For this reason, larger hangers need to be selected for men's clothing than for women's toilets.
In the case of a men's hanger, a width of 43 cm corresponds to sizes 44–46 (or according to the international standard - M), 46 cm - 48-50 (L), 51 cm - 52-54 (XL). In order to be completely sure of the correct purchase, for a large, broad-shouldered man it is worth choosing hangers with a length of 46-51 cm. For those who prefer natural materials in clothes or hangers of a non-standard size and design, manufacturers offer hangers with non-standard sizes, unusual shapes, and colors.
Subtleties of choosing floor hangers, or what is important to know
When choosing a hanger, look at the base. For stable models, it is always weighty and made of a metal or stone disk. They hold the load better, but are more expensive.
Hangers with pipe legs are less practical in terms of stability and can easily tip over when overloaded with things.
Leave the priority of choice to solid cast products. A hanger is an item for which the presence of many components with threaded connections is detrimental. The latter have a tendency to loosen and unwind, so you will have to constantly monitor the reliability of their fixation and promptly tighten the screws that have become weak.
The disadvantages of using one-piece hanger models include their difficult transportation.
If the design of a floor clothes hanger used hooks with decorative decorations at the ends, then the latter should be made of reliable materials. Or rather, it’s not so much made from reliable raw materials as it is high-quality attached to the end of the hook and does not come off at the slightest movement, falling on your or visitors’ heads.
Check the reliability of the assembly of these elements right in the store. This will save you from frustration during operation.
The decorative ends of the hooks should not be too voluminous, especially spherical ones. It will look luxurious, but it won’t allow you to hang clothes by a loop.
The presence of additional hooks in the middle tier of the hanger is welcome if there are children in the house. It will be convenient for them to use low-mounted clothing holders. You can hang your purse or scarf on such a hook.
If the floors in the room where you plan to install the hanger are not completely level, you need to use products with a tripod support. Models with four stand-up legs will sway and wobble, threatening to collapse under the weight of things.
The surface of the hanger must have a moisture-proof treatment, since wet clothes can be hung on it.
Wardrobe hanger
An extremely popular piece of hallway furniture is the hanging wardrobe.
Firstly, such cabinets are multifunctional. They combine a wall hanger, a pouf, the wardrobe itself with opening doors, pull-out shelves for storing small wardrobe items, a place to store shoes, a mirror, etc.
Secondly, the closet holds a large number of clothes and items and provides additional storage space.
Thirdly, closed cabinet doors prevent dust from settling on things and contaminating them.
Fourthly, a huge selection of cabinets on the furniture market will make it easy to choose a wardrobe for your hallway to suit every taste and at completely different prices.
How to choose?
The choice of a floor clothes hanger depends on many factors. First of all, you need to decide how many things are supposed to be placed on it and which ones. For example, for a heavy outer wardrobe, you need to choose a durable and stable structure made of material that is not afraid of moisture.
These hangers are made of stainless steel or wood coated with moisture-resistant impregnation.
If the hanger is designed to store a suit, it should have foam bars, and special additional hooks for a skirt.
It is important to take into account the number of family members - if one or two people live in an apartment, you can choose a compact option, and for a large family - a more spacious one. If the house is visited quite often by guests, you can choose a couple of designs.
When choosing, the location of the floor hanger also matters - in the hallway, as a rule, a massive one is installed, but in a room (bedroom, nursery, bathroom) it is better to limit yourself to a lightweight design.
In addition to spaciousness, the appearance of the hanger is also important. It should be in harmony with the surrounding interior, although, made in a non-standard form or bright color palette, it may well become an accent element.
At what height should you hang the barbell?
The height of the crossbar depends on the length of the clothing:
- long clothes - 180–200 cm;
- things of medium length - from 140 to 170 cm;
- short clothes - 100–120 cm.
The most comfortable height:
- with a height of 180 cm - 200 cm,
- with a height of 160 cm - 190 cm.
The distance from the cabinet ceiling to the crossbar must be at least 4 cm.
If you need two longitudinal bars, mentally divide the closet space into two halves and imagine how long things will hang on the top bar and how long on the bottom bar. At this distance, attach the rods.
The crossbar for belts and ties should be fixed on the side wall or on the door if the wardrobe is a wardrobe.
DIY floor hanger
Build such a piece of furniture from an old floor lamp. To do this, remove the lampshade and wire, and attach the hooks to the tripod. If there is a tree growing on your garden plot or dacha that has not produced fruit for a long time, then use it for hanging. The plant is chopped down and the branches are removed. The bark is removed; if left, it will begin to fall off over time, and things will cling to its uneven surfaces.
After cleaning the wood, you need to go over it with sandpaper. The structure is then attached to the base.
The item for storing clothes should not have sharp parts, so as not to damage the floor or things. It must be stable, aesthetically pleasing, and reliable. Stability is ensured by the base, which is made in the form of a circle and crosses.
The center of gravity is placed as low as possible. For this, heavy bars and metal parts are used.
Installation of the product on three points of support is necessary for the stability of the structure. The bottom of the hanger is covered with a material that is softer than the floor covering. This will prevent leaving marks on the floor. To give the product functionality, hooks are attached to it.
Important! The center of gravity of the clothing placed on the product should not extend beyond its cross. Otherwise, the product will not be stable and will fall.
The final stage is giving the structure a finished look. Cover the lower part of the product with fabric, wood, or plastic. The structure is covered with a layer of paint or varnish.
Basic interior items form the style of the room and make it attractive. It's the little things that create an impression of the room and the owner. Interior items can emphasize the individuality of a home and tell about the character of the owner.
Peculiarities
Convenient floor hangers have a number of distinctive properties and qualities:
- The main advantage of such interior elements is the height of the counter. It allows you to hang clothes freely, eliminating the contact of things with the floor.
- To install a floor hanger you do not need to have any special skills. If you wish, you can always move it to another place and free up the necessary space.
- This model can replace a large wardrobe with shelves without taking up excess space in the room. It can also be placed in a hallway of any size.
- It is multifunctional and allows you to quickly solve the problem of placing an impressive number of all kinds of outdoor accessories, clothing and shoes.
- A mobile floor hanger always gives you the opportunity to dry things. You just need to place it close to the battery.
- The base of such an object must be stable and the body durable.
Product advantages
Despite the simplicity of the design, any floor hangers are quite functional, and combined models can easily replace a closet in the hallway. According to furniture designers, it is the simplicity of the design that ensures the constant, undiminished popularity of floor samples of various designs.
The main advantages of this type for most users are:
- Significantly lower price compared to cabinet furniture designed for hanging and storing clothes.
- Greater compactness, which makes them most popular among owners of small apartments.
- Clothes hung on hanger hooks are much easier to inspect for dirt or defects.
- High mobility - any floor-standing model (especially if it has wheels) can be easily moved not only from place to place, but also from one room to another - for example, when cleaning or renovating an apartment.
Options in the interior
The variety of floor designs combines many different features: an interesting appearance, a wide range of colors, non-standard design and varied style. All this will allow you to realize absolutely all your ideas regarding the design of the hallway:
For example, to create an interior in a classic style, you can pay attention to a massive wooden hanger.
A hanger with an unusual cast iron pattern is suitable for the Art Nouveau style, and a floor design with aging motifs in light gray tones is appropriate for the Provence style.
Lightweight folding hangers are a new creation by designers. They are suitable for lovers of minimalism and will like the fact that when assembled they can easily be put away in a closet or on the balcony. They can also be taken out and placed in the hallway for guests, if necessary.
Forged hangers always look very stylish and elegant. They can fit well into a variety of interiors and will become a real decoration of corridors.
Also, these details can be perfectly combined with an elegant forged banquette, mirrors, lamps and flower stands that have metal frames. Such hangers are decorative, become stunning art objects and show the delicate taste of the home owners.
Hangers made of wood will harmoniously fit into hallways made in Provence, country and classic styles. A floor product with minimal weaves and some metal curls will add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your hallway.
The comfort and harmony of your hallway depend on the successful and correct combination of the floor hanger model with the design of the room. Current engineering and design solutions make it possible to combine unique and original stylistic solutions and versatility to the maximum.
These are the types of furniture that allow you to maintain order, properly store and distribute clothes without taking up much space. With its help, the surrounding interior can look impressive, stylish and neat.
It is not always possible to find a suitable hanger on sale, but it is always possible to make one to order. Thus, a comfortable, ergonomic, fashionable and individual floor hanger will appear in your hallway.
Corner console
A special model of wall hanger for outerwear. Essentially, this is a hanger divided in half or into two unequal parts, which are located on different walls, connecting in the corner of the room.
This model of hanger is extremely convenient because it takes up a minimum amount of space, and comes in handy in small-sized rooms when it is not possible to place a long wall hanger.
Floor-standing clothes hanger IKEA
Holders made from a variety of materials can be found at IKEA. An IKEA hanger can also be a combination of materials. For example, plastic hangers are unstable due to their low weight, so manufacturers use a hybrid of plastic and metal.
Also, metal and wooden hangers are equipped with rubber or plastic tips on hooks (so as not to spoil clothes) and legs (to protect the floor covering).
Scandinavian style hanger
Scandinavian style prefers natural shades, light and simple forms, and laconicism in everything. That's why the IKEA hallway hanger is so popular among the majority of the population. This hanger will easily fit into the interior of a standard apartment.
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