As one of the original UK based hanger manufacturers with over 20 years’ experience, HOL is has an increased commitment to offering its quality products with sustainability at its core.
Today’s hangers do not need to be costly to the environment – from wood, bamboo and wood pulp to 100% biodegradable plastic there are options that encourage a responsible attitude.
Using ecologically responsible woods are at the forefront of our hanger business. HOL is Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified, which ensures we use woods from responsibly managed forests. Ethically sourced beech and lotus wood used within our European factories can be transformed into clothes hangers in any shape or style. Our hangers are shipped by road not air and therefore this helps us to reduce our carbon footprint.
Bamboo is an effective option – strong and lightweight it’s easier to cultivate due to its speed of growth. The leaves can either be harvested from the tree directly or those that have dropped naturally can be collected for use. These then are laminated using a bio resin to create a durable wooden hanger.
Metal hardware can be easily removed and recycled allowing the hanger to be separated and repurposed.
These options are constructed of recycled paper / wood. Using a secondary material has obvious benefits over using virgin materials. The hangers are lightweight, compact and 100% biodegradable. Natural vegetable dyes can also be used to colour and brand hangers.
Card and wood pulp options can then be recycled again for a limited time.
We replace oil-based plastics currently used for hangers that break down into micro plastics, with plant-based polymers that break down to biomass, water, and carbon dioxide.
