Entryway Coat Rack

The entryway is the drop zone for everything. Whether you use a "mud room" or a front door entry you'll love having a place to hang up your coats, bag, backpacks, hats, or scarves...and it will to be functional for guests as well. I love this over-sized coat rack because it is such a beautiful statement piece. Pair it with a long bench underneath and you have the perfect area to put on your shoes before you leave, hang your kid's backpacks when they get home, and offer guests a place to stash their stuff when they arrive!

You can customize it by color, size, or even style by changing little things here and there, that's the beauty of hand-made! Wouldn't it be amazing with a chalkboard finish?

Materials

-1x4x8 (1)

-1x3x8 (5)

-1x2x8 (2)

-1/4" Plywood (1 4x8 or 2 2x4 Pieces)

-1 1/4" Pocket Hole Screws

-3/4" screws

-1" brad nails

-wood glue

-wood filler (if needed)

-sand paper

-paint or stain

-hooks (I used 10)

-2 1/2" screws for mounting to the wall

Tools

-tape measure

-pencil

-table saw, circular saw and or miter saw

-Kreg Jig rip cut (optional, helps keep circular saw cuts straight)

-Kreg Jig pocket hole jig

-brad nailer

-paint brush

-stud finder

-hammer and nail

-level

-safety equipment

The first step is to create the frame with the 1x3s. Attach these using pocket holes and wood glue.

Add the decorative 1x2x6 pieces using pocket holes and wood glue. You will need about 15, space them as evenly as possible.

Next, cut and attach the 1/4" backs. I used 3/4" wood screws at the corners. Make sure to pre-drill your holes so you don't split the plywood or 1x3s.

Cut and attach the top 1x4 shelf. I attached mine using wood glue and brad nails. Try to center the board so that there is over hang on either end.

The last step to finish the build is to add the small decorative squares under the shelf. There are a lot of little squares! Make sure to note that there are two end pieces that "wrap around" the side. Don't forget those, they really give the whole piece a finished look. Attach the squares with wood glue and brad nails. You can fill in the nail holes before you finish it if you want to hide the holes.

After all the glue and wood filler has dried, sand and finish before adding the hooks.

Once the hooks are in place, mount it to your wall by screwing it into the studs. A stud finder is a great tool for this! I always double check a stud location using a nail before committing to mounting my project. Use a level to ensure that your coat hanger is straight. Yeah, it's an extra step, but you'll be glad you did it. This coat hanger is a beast, be sure to have some help on hand when you hang it.

Isn't it pretty? I'd love to see your finished project!