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This DIY wall-mounted hat rack is a great beginner woodworking project and will help organize any entryway, mudroom, or closet! Feel free to modify the dimensions depending on your storage needs.

Difficulty easy

Tools

Kreg Tools

Other Tools

  • Saw
    Saw
  • Drill
    Drill
  • Sander
    Sander

Materials

Wood Products

  • 2 1x10 board , 1x10x8
  • 1 1x3 board , 1x3x6

Hardware & Supplies

  • 21 1 1/4" Pocket Hole Screws
  • 3 Robe Hooks
  • 1 Stain
  • 1 Screwdriver
  • 1 Keyhole Bracket

Cut List & Parts

  • 1 Back, 1x10 board , 34 1/2" long
  • 6 Shelves, 1x10 board , 8" long
  • 1 Bottom front piece, 1x3 , 9 1/4" long

Directions

  • Cut Your Wood

    Cut your wood to the specified dimensions.

  • Drill Pocket Holes

    Drill 3 pocket holes along one end of your 8 inch long 1x10 pieces. If you want to add the optional hooks at the bottom of your hat rack, then also add 3 pocket holes along the parallel end of one of those 8 inch long boards.

  • Sand

    Sand everything smooth.

  • Attach Shelves

    Use 1 1/4" long pocket hole screws, attach your shelves. Start by attaching one of your 8" long boards flush to the top edge of your long 1x10 board, then measure and mark 6" below that to add your next shelf. Repeat until each shelf has been attached, each of them 6" apart.

  • Add Bottom Piece

    Use 1 3/4" pocket hole screws to attach your 1x3 board to the front of the bottom shelf. (Optional.) This will allow you to add hooks for additional storage for things like tote bags, umbrellas, keys, etc.

  • Stain or Paint

    Once your hat rack has been assembled, paint or stain it in the color of your choice. I used an Early American stain for this one.

  • Add Hanging Hardware

    Attach a keyhole bracket to the back, then hang it on the wall using a wall anchor and screw.