Building a Clamp Storage Rack

Article 120: Building a Clamp Storage Rack

By: A Woodworker Who Finally Got Tired of Clamps on the Floor

Clamps are essential but unwieldy. This wall-mounted rack organizes them by type—bar clamps, F-style, spring, and pipe clamps—keeping your shop safe and tidy.

Materials

• 3/4" plywood or hardwood board:

  • Back panel: 36" × 24"

  • Rack arms: (6) @ 10" × 3"

• Screws, glue, finish

Tools Needed

• Drill/driver

• Table saw or miter saw

• Square

• Level

• Clamps (to build your clamp rack!)

Steps

1. Build the Back Panel

   • Mount directly to wall studs using lag screws or French cleat.

2. Cut and Install Rack Arms

   • Notch or angle arms slightly upward. Screw and glue to back panel, spaced 4–6" apart.

3. Add Dividers or Pegs

   • For spring clamps or smaller ones, add pegs or shelves.

4. Finish

   • Sand edges and apply a clear coat or just leave raw for utility.

Sketch – Clamp Rack Layout

Front View:

|========================| ← Back Panel
| || || || || || ||      | ← Arms holding F-style clamps
|------------------------|