A hat rack is a must-have for hat lovers who love to leave them scattered around the house. Is it necessary for this piece of furniture to be functional? Is it necessary to have a traditional rack?
Not at all! There are many ways to make space for your hat collection (hence the following list). These 23 hat rack ideas are something you can use to hang your hat. Let’s get to it!
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1. Rustic Pallet Wall Mount
Here’s a simple way to make a traditional hat rack more masculine. You can make a hat rack from reclaimed pallet wood. Once it’s dried, stain it with this and then add some black hooks.
This rack would look great in a bachelor or bedroom or living room. Even when the rack is empty, the dark wood looks great.
2. Simple Rope and Branch Rack
This hack is rustic minimalism at its best. It swaps the rack for a branch and rope. You know what? It works! It works wonderfully! This adds a beautiful touch to rustic homes.
You can hang your branch in any way you like, but I recommend these leather ties to attach it to the wall. They are very easy to take off if you rent, and add an elegant touch to the overall look.
3. Wall for a Hat Wall that is Budget-Friendly
You’ve found the perfect combination of simplicity, affordability, and elegance. The hat wall is suspended from wooden hangers and the wooden clothes pegs are used to keep the hats on.
You can use any string to make this hat wall. However, I prefer macrame rope. It is clean, easy to use, doesn’t fray and very durable. Get high-quality macrame rope.
4. High-Up Hat Hangers
Some people are obsessed with hats. They have several that they change out from time to time. You are something completely different. You are so passionate about hats that you have run out of space.
Have you ever thought of it? You may not realize it, but the spaces above your doors and windows are full of storage possibilities. You can retrieve your hats easily by hooking them to a hook.
5. Use Hats to Frame Your Mirror
Next, we will show you a clever way of making the most of the space around your mirror. This allows you to easily access your hats while creating outfits, and it makes you appear like a worldly traveler.
Wooden hooks can be used to keep the mirror’s wood texture intact even if they are missing their hats. These hooks are perfect for blending into wooden walls or frames and work well.
6. Wooden Pallet Hat Shelf
This hat rack is for you if you have some old timber in your yard or know where you can quickly get a pallet. This hat rack can be completed in a matter of hours.
This project is great for beginners in woodworking! The cuts and joins are simple and the final result will give you a boost in self-esteem.
7. Industrial-Inspired Pipe Hat Rack
Here’s an alternative to installing a hat rack: a portable piece is possible! This hat rack, which is industrial-inspired, makes a great statement piece and can be used as decoration even when it’s not in use.
This can be made from scratch with some PVC pipe, black spray paint and a bit of creativity. If that’s not your thing, you can order one pre-made online
8. A simple hat grid
This Scandinavian-inspired hat rack is perfect for those people who vibe with minimalism. A wire rack attached to the wall and wooden clothes pegs will make it easy to read a hat rack in just ten minutes.
This stunning design of hat racks can be upgraded by painting a feature wall in pastel colors to create a backdrop.
9. Cottage-Ready ZizZag Rack
Next, we will make a zigzag hat rack. It’s very easy to construct. You can spend an entire afternoon working with unfinished 1×1 lumber. Sand the lumber and then attach each piece in a zigzag fashion. This should be fixed. Then glue some wooden hat pins along the length of your extendable masterpiece.
10. Drop-off at Entryway
You need somewhere to put your keys, hat and bag in every entryway. This entryway drop station is the ideal spot to store all three.
To create the perfect stop at your front door, combine an overhead cabinet with hat racks, a fold out bench or console table and some wicker containers.
11. Snapback Stacking Tower
You can stack hats regardless of whether you are a hype monster or a snapback fan. As long as the brim is not crushed, it’s possible. This golden hat tower is your chance to win.
This is a great way to store many hats in one place. It also allows you to display and store your caps easily. You can make your own shelf by reusing a shelf from a thrift store. Spray paint it with gold spray paint.
12. Vintage millinery rack
You might be able to find a vintage millinery rack at a thrift store. These racks are perfect for storing your brims and just need some TLC.
This is especially true for those who love antiques or shabby chic. Make your own! You can find great tutorials on how to age and wear something vintage.
13. Rattan Hat Rack with Dried Flowers
Dressing the area around a hat rack can make it look more elegant. The rattan hat rack looks great in any home. But, it’s even more stunning when paired with white flowers.
You can offset it by adding wicker accessories or hanging shells from the spare hooks. Or, you can do whatever you want to create a cottage-inspired look.
14. Half Hexagon Brim Holders
This hat rack is a wonderful example of creativity. It’s easy to make and can be made with any wood that you have.
It is possible to have one backboard that you mount on the wall. Next, make three half-hexagons with three sides that extend from the backboard. You’re done!
15. Wide-Set Hat Wall
The next hack allows you to proudly display your hats without any overlap. You won’t find this wide a wooden hanger so make your own.
It’s easy, don’t be afraid. Grab a piece of hollow bamboo about the same length as your desired hat wall. To make a hanger, thread macrame rope through the bamboo. Then tie the pieces to the pole to form the hanging strings.
16. Faux Branch Hat Hooks
Hat hooks can be a bit of an eyesore when they aren’t covered. Well, no longer! These faux branch hat hooks will make your wall look as beautiful with hats as when it is bare.
These can be found in your local parks or backyards. To protect your hats against stray splinters, make sure you sand and varnish them.
17. Bohemian Chic Hat Rack
Can you say rattan? This overlooked material is making a comeback on the DIY scene. I’m thrilled that it has. It is easy to style because of its simplicity.
You can make it contemporary by spraying it matte black or backing it with a white-and-blue pin-stripe material to make it beachy. This adorable little rack will make the world your oyster.
18. Fairy Light Fantasy
A simple clothesline for your hats can have a lot decorative potential. You just need to know where you should look. This version shows how to draw attention to your hat collection with strategic fairy lights.
Although hanging your hats on fairy lights is not a good idea, you can use battery-powered lights to light up a macrame rope. They’ll be supported and safe.
19. Macrame Branch Rack
The branch rack is reminiscent of the rustic rope rack, but it uses macrame rope. You might think that this makes no difference. But it does!
Macrame rope is a cleaner alternative to rustic or fraying rope. It contrasts wonderfully with the organic texture of the branch’s macrame rope. For visual interest, add some braids.
20. Wooden Pegboard Wall Organizer
Modern ingenuity is at the forefront of the pegboard, which offers a flexible and adaptable storage solution that can be used in any room in your house. It can be hung in your entryway, or over your bed.
With some wood pegs from your hardware store and a piece of slab of timber, you can make your own. You can also buy a pre-made pegboard online with mini shelves.
21. Repurpose an old shutter
This upcycle opportunity is perfect for anyone who is renovating their house. For a stunning new rack, paint the shutter and mount it to your wall.
Because this project is somewhat chaotic, I recommend that you use a variety of thrifted doorknobs for your hat hooks. To complete the look, distress your door with high-grit sandpaper.
22. Quick Wood and Leather Hat Rack
Our last hat rack design is so simple to put together that it could have been included with your home. You can make a tent-like structure to support your hats using four dowels, a leather cord and some leather straps.
It is perfect for your laundry room or entryway. The dowels are small enough to be hidden in a corner, but stylish enough to add a charming accent to the room. You can leave the dowels as-is or upgrade them according to your taste.
23. Cap Rack Handcrafted by Handcrafter
The last hat rack organizing tip is very simple. To organize your caps, you will only need a few hooks and baseball balls.
This one can be hung in the hallway, over your bed in the bedroom or in the living area. This is especially important if you enjoy collecting caps.
Conclusion
How extensive is your hat collection? Is it possible to have one hat rack or multiple options? Please comment below on how many hats are you currently own. I’m super curious!