Five-Hook Coat Rack
A wall-mounted rail with five hooks and a top shelf for hats or keys. Fast to build and anchors the entryway.
Difficulty Beginner Category Storage Time 70 min Cost $20 Primary wood Oak
01Materials
- 1×4 oak, 5 ft
- 1×2 oak, 3 ft (lip)
- 5 double coat hooks
- Screws and wall anchors
- Wood glue
02Cut List
| # | Part | Dimension | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 1 × 1×4 | 30 in | rail |
| 02 | 1 × 1×2 | 30 in | front lip |
| 03 | 1 × 1×2 | 28.5 in | back support |
03Tools
- Miter saw
- Drill/driver
- Pocket-hole jig
- Level
- Sandpaper
04Build Steps
- Cut and chamfer. Cut the rail, lip and back support to length, then chamfer the rail ends slightly for a soft edge.
- Build the shelf. Join the rail and lip at a right angle with pocket screws to form a narrow shelf that catches small items.
- Mark the hooks. Space five hooks evenly across the rail and pre-drill for the mounting screws.
- Mount to the wall. Fasten the back support to the wall into studs, then screw the rack to it and hang the hooks.
- Finish. Sand to 220 grit and apply a clear finish or paint.
Safety First
- Use wall anchors rated for the expected load if no stud is available.
- Pre-drill oak to avoid splitting.
05Pro Tips
- Space hooks about 5 in apart so coats hang without crowding.
- Add a shallow groove in the lip to stop keys sliding off.
