Door Hangers to Build Your Small Business Branding
Door hangers are one of the most underrated yet powerful marketing tools for local businesses. Though many people don’t give them much thought, a door hanger placed directly on a customer’s door handle conveys important information like promotions, service areas, or contact details. But a custom door hanger does much more than share information — it showcases your brand in a way that differentiates your business from competitors. It’s a tangible piece of marketing that helps people recognize your brand instantly.
With the holiday shopping season and year-end sales approaching, now is the perfect time to reach your local audience with clear, compelling branding. There are plenty of ways to use the small but impactful space on custom door hangers. Some details you can include are your company logo, services, website, QR code, coupon offers, and contact information. From standard door hangers to tear-off coupon styles or double-sided prints, you can find a layout that best delivers your message.
What Can You Use Door Hangers For?
Any local business or organization can benefit from using custom door hangers. Whether you’re targeting a residential neighborhood, an apartment complex, or commercial offices, door hangers offer a professional and personal touch that gets noticed. Whenever you need to promote your products, services, or events — use a door hanger to deliver your message.
Door Hangers are best for:
Real Estate Listings & Open Houses
Home Services (Cleaning, Landscaping, Plumbing, etc.)
Restaurants & Takeout Promotions
Community Events & Fundraisers
Retail Sales & Seasonal Promotions
Healthcare, Fitness, or Spa Offers
How to Design Door Hangers
1. Find the Right Size
The Complete Package offers door hangers in three convenient sizes — 4.25" x 11", 3.5" x 8.5", and 4" x 7".
Choose a size that best fits your message and layout — larger sizes are perfect for showcasing more design elements or offers, while smaller ones are great for short, attention-grabbing promotions.
Each order is printed on both sides with a professional 16PT UV finish, giving your design a polished, high-quality appearance that lasts.
2. Stick to One Theme
When it comes to designing a door hanger, you’ll need to create something that stands out while still following your brand guidelines. Use the same colors, fonts, and imagery that appear on your website, social media, and other marketing materials. Over time, customers will recognize your brand just by glancing at your design.
3. Make Your Logo Stand Out
Your business branding should be the star of your door hanger. Use one side for your logo and tagline, and the other side for your promotion or service details. Even if the customer doesn’t take immediate action, they’ll remember your logo and business name when they need your services later.
4. Use Limited Text
Keep your text clear and concise. Door hangers are quick reads, so focus on one main message — a seasonal offer, a discount, or a service highlight. Include a QR code or short URL to lead people to your website for more information.
5. Add a QR Code or Coupon Section
QR codes and tear-off coupons are small additions that drive big results. They make it easy for customers to visit your website, redeem offers, or contact you. Plus, you can track engagement to see how effective your campaign is.
Add Information on Door Hangers
Since door hangers have limited space, you don’t want to crowd them with too many details or visuals. Use every section wisely — whether you’re advertising a discount, sharing contact info, or inviting people to an event.
1. Contact Details
Your phone number, website, and social media handles should be easy to spot. Make it effortless for potential customers to reach you right away.
2. Offer or Promotion
Door hangers are perfect for communicating limited-time offers. Include details like “20% Off This Month” or “Call for a Free Estimate.” A simple and bold design gets more attention than a cluttered one.
3. Brand Info
Add a short tagline, slogan, or mission statement that reflects your business values. This personal touch builds trust and helps your brand stand out among competitors.
4. Service or Product Details
Clearly list what you offer — whether it’s home improvement, retail deals, or real estate services. Keep it organized and easy to read at a glance.
5. Discount or Coupon
A detachable coupon or promo code can encourage immediate action. For example, “Bring this Door Hanger in for 10% Off” or “Use Code LOCAL10 Online.”
6. Event Details (if applicable)
If you’re promoting an event, include the date, time, and location. Door hangers are great for school fundraisers, community drives, and grand openings.
Some Ideas for Door Hanger Design Templates
Here are a few creative layout ideas to inspire your own design:
Real Estate Door Hanger
A clean, professional layout featuring “Just Listed,” “Open House,” or “Sold” announcements with your photo, contact info, and logo for consistency.
Local Service Door Hanger
A bold, easy-to-read format highlighting your main services, special offers, and local contact information — great for home improvement or maintenance services.
Retail Sale Door Hanger
Vibrant, eye-catching colors to draw attention to seasonal promotions or new arrivals. Add a QR code or coupon code for in-store or online use.
Event Door Hanger
Perfect for community events or fundraisers. Include event name, sponsors, and RSVP links.
Discount/Coupon Door Hanger
Designed with a tear-off area for special offers or referral discounts — simple and effective for repeat business.
Need More Inspiration?
You can choose from multiple size and run options right on our product page — including 4.25x11, 3.5x8.5, and 4x7 door hangers — and quantities of 500, 1,000, 2,500, or 5,000.
Each one is printed 2-sided on 16PT UV-coated cardstock, giving your business materials a bright, professional finish that customers will remember.
Once your door hangers are ready, explore more ways to boost your marketing — like flyers, brochures, and EDDM postcards — to create a cohesive, high-impact print strategy for your local brand.