Hangers are not usually covered in traditional packing and moving tips because they’re just one of those things that you don’t think much about until it’s time to pack them. They just seem to take up so much space, but at the same time, you don’t want to leave them behind because you’ll need them as soon as you unpack your clothes. My solution? After you’re done packing clothes for a move, grab the leftover hangers and use them to help give extra support to your boxes.

No matter how well I think I’m packing, inevitably, there are always a few boxes (or a lot of boxes) with a bit of space to spare at the top. Leaving extra space in your box will leave the box less structurally sound and more likely to collapse if other moving boxes are placed on top. This is where the hangers come in: Toss a few on top, and you’ll help add some solid support. Trust me, this is the best way to pack hangers