Bumps from the hanger in the shoulders

Short answer: Thin hangers make bumps in the shoulders because the weight gathers in two points. The damage becomes permanent if the garment dries in that shape.

Wet clothes are heaviest

The weight of the water pulls the shoulders out. So never hang heavy wet clothes on a thin hanger.

Wide hangers

A wide hanger spreads the weight across the whole shoulder. See why the wrong hangers ruin the shoulders of your clothes.

Lay heavy items flat

Knitwear and sweat fabric are laid flat to dry. See sweat clothing.

Can it be put right

Steam can soften the fabric a little, but the bumps usually stay.

In the wardrobe

If the wardrobe is packed full, the shoulders are pressed anyway. Give the clothes room.

See the range

See the basics in bamboo t-shirts for men.

Washing

The rest of the rules are in the washing guide.

Which pieces it hits

Sweat fabric, hoodies and anything with some weight get bumps first. Thin t-shirts take a hanger better, as long as they are not wet. See bamboo t-shirt for women.

Hangers in the wardrobe

Even dry clothes can get bumps if they hang for a long time on a thin hanger in a packed wardrobe. Give the clothes room, and use wide hangers for the heavy pieces. See loungewear in bamboo for women.

Frequently asked questions

Can bumps in the shoulders be removed?

Rarely completely. Steam helps a little.

Which hangers are best?

Wide hangers that follow the shape of the shoulder.

What should be laid flat?

Knitwear, sweat fabric and all heavy wet clothes.