Shaker-Style Wall-Mounted Coat Rack – Simple Elegance with Utility

Article 55: Shaker-Style Wall-Mounted Coat Rack – Simple Elegance with Utility

By: A Woodworker Who Believes in “Less but Better”

Shaker design is clean and purposeful. This wall-mounted coat rack with evenly spaced pegs offers beauty and daily usefulness.

Materials

• 1x6 hardwood board (cherry, maple, or poplar) – 36" long

• (6) Shaker pegs (3/4" diameter tenon)

• Wood glue

• French cleat for mounting (optional)

Tools Needed

• Drill press or handheld drill

• Forstner bit (3/4")

• Sandpaper

• Ruler & marking gauge

• Clamps

Measurements

• Backboard: 36" x 5 1/2"

• Peg spacing: 6" apart on center

• Hole depth: 5/8"

Steps

1. Prep the Board

   • Plane and sand the 1x6. Round edges with router or sandpaper.

2. Layout Holes

   • Mark centerline and peg spacing (6 total).

3. Drill Peg Holes

   • Use a drill press with stop block to ensure consistent depth.

4. Glue Pegs

   • Apply glue to each peg’s tenon and insert into holes. Clamp if needed.

5. Mount to Wall

   • Use keyhole hangers, screws through the board, or a French cleat system.

6. Finish

   • Apply Danish oil or shellac for a natural finish.

Sketch – Front View

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