As if sifting through your closet to pick an outfit for the day wasn’t already a whole production, minor annoyances always seem to pop up to make the task even worse. An overstuffed closet that’s long overdue for decluttering is bad enough, but that scraping sound as your hanger moves over the clothing rod —…
How To Stop the Squeak
It turns out, rubbing a sheet of wax paper directly on a clothing rod — whether it’s metal, wood, or plastic — can help hangers glide more smoothly, ultimately getting rid of that terrible scraping noise. Simply rub the wax paper back and forth several times along the rod, focusing on the top and sides where the hangers make contact. When this waxy residue transfers to the clothing rod, it creates a nice, slick surface that reduces friction and allows hangers to move with ease.
This hack is so effective that retail pros use it in clothing stores. And if it works for retailers across the country, it will certainly work for your closet.
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Make Your Shower Curtain Hooks Glide
Wax paper is not only a lifesaver for your closet, but also comes in handy in your bathroom. That harsh scraping sound you hear with your shower curtain hooks on the rod is similar to the noise made by clothes hangers. Luckily, the fix is exactly the same: Just rub a piece of wax paper on the shower rod as you did in your closet, and you’ll have a scrape-free shower experience within seconds.
The wax paper method is quick and easy, and also uses a kitchen essential you probably already own. If not, it costs only a few bucks to make your closet quieter and much easier to use.
