A hanger is an important attribute in every home. It is a product designed for temporary placement of clothing and hats. Some models contain a shoe cabinet. They can have a different design - from an ordinary nail hammered into a wall, to an entire decorative composition that decorates the interior of the room. There are floor-mounted, wall-mounted and portable options.
The first prototypes were bulky and appeared in France from the mid-16th century. A thing familiar in everyday life came into use only in the 18th century in the form of wardrobes. The prototype of the hanger was invented much later, patented in 1869 by the American O.A. Norton from Connecticut, called the “coat hook.”
Application of perforated sheet
Before starting the process, you will need to prepare your workplace and provide good lighting so that you don’t experience discomfort when creating handmade wall and floor hangers.
To implement your plan, you need to collect the following materials and accessories:
- Perforated sample panel.
- Yarn or floss, these threads are used in knitting.
- There are 4 hooks, it is better to take components that have a rounded end.
- Sharp scissors.
You can purchase the main material in a specialized store; if there are no scraps in the apartment or house, they remain after repairing the furniture or making frames of this type with your own hands.
The manufacturing process itself is quite simple; at the first stage, all the necessary measurements are taken, after which a word for embroidery or a subject is selected. A visual picture is created on the base, then hooks are attached to the perforated sheet.
To place the finished structure on the wall, you need to provide hinges on the back side or drill through holes.
External design of hooks
Even such an insignificant item as a hanger with hooks can beneficially complement the overall style of the interior, so if you wish, you can choose products of various shapes and colors according to your personal preferences.
Table No. 4. Choosing hooks according to the interior features
| Style, illustration | Description |
| Art Deco | This style is characterized by the presence of shiny surfaces with various metallic elements. Therefore, it is recommended to choose hooks made of bronze or brass. |
| Loft | Loft is a style that includes various industrial elements. Therefore, hooks in the form of various nails and pipes are suitable here. In this case, you can be smart and make products from any available materials. |
| High tech | This style includes the presence of laconic interior elements. Therefore, in this case, you can choose the simplest products possible, in solid colors. |
| Minimalism | Minimalism presupposes the simplest furnishings in the room, devoid of various decorative delights. That’s why hooks are chosen in simple shapes and discreet colors. |
Wooden hanger models
Thinking about what an unusual hanger can be made from, the craftsmen decide to take the most popular material - wood. Many people have repeatedly encountered products made from ordinary pallets; such things can be found on the summer grounds of a cafe or near an apartment building.
The idea of using it is quite new, and the boards often remain intact and even after disassembling the frame for transporting products.
The list of accessories and components for the work looks like this:
- Pallet.
- A can of paint and a brush.
- Gloves.
- Drill with drill bit.
- Jigsaw.
- Sandpaper or a special sanding machine.
- Pencil and tape measure.
And the detailed instructions on how to make a hanger out of wood look very simple; initially, individual parts are measured depending on the type of structure chosen.
All workpieces should be cut on a large table, which will be secured as securely as possible, otherwise there can be no talk of an even cut. All boards, adjusted to size, are cleaned and irregularities are eliminated.
Advice! Workpieces with knots remaining on the body must be discarded; these elements not only spoil the appearance, but can also lead to chipping under a certain load.
At the last stage, assembly, painting and direct fastening of the structure to the wall are carried out. The hooks do not have to be placed on the same line; they can be distributed in a chaotic manner, adding zest to the appearance of the hallway addition.
What types of hooks are there?
In furniture stores you can find a wide range of different hooks, all of them differ according to the following criteria:
- size;
- number of horns;
- method of fastening to the wall;
- color;
- material;
- registration
Table No. 1. Varieties of hooks by number of horns
| Variety, illustration | Description |
| Single-horned | Typically, such products are intended for hanging large items. They are often used for various bags and heavy outerwear. These hooks should be installed in cases where you don’t have to place a large number of different things on one hanger. At the same time, they are able to withstand heavy loads. |
| Double-horned | These are the most popular hanger hooks. In addition, they are durable and can accommodate several items at once. They are most often installed in corridors and bathrooms. |
| Three-horn | Among other similar products, it is considered less popular and durable. Therefore, when installing such products, it is necessary to correctly distribute the load. Otherwise, such a hook will quickly break. |
An equally important criterion is the choice of material from which the hook is made. Therefore, such nuances should be studied before purchasing.
Table No. 2. Materials for making hooks
| Material, illustration | Description |
| Plastic | This is the cheapest option, which can even be secured with double-sided tape. However, it is not suitable for hanging heavy objects. Typically, such hooks are used for various small items. |
| Metal | Metal products are the most reliable and versatile. They can withstand heavy loads. It is important to choose the most durable options. Thus, aluminum hooks can quickly break off because such material is not durable. Therefore, experts recommend purchasing steel products for hanging heavy bags or jackets. |
| Tree | As in the previous case, this material is durable, which is why it is very popular. In addition, various decorative products are most often made from wood. |
Forged hooks made by hand by craftsmen are of particular value. They are treated on top with special substances to protect the metal from corrosion when exposed to high temperature or humidity. Thanks to such actions, they can last for a considerable number of years without requiring special care efforts.
Forged version of hanger with hooks
Video - The process of making forged hooks
Important point! Most often, hooks are fixed at a distance of 150 to 185 centimeters from the floor level. The exact height will depend on the height of the residents. In addition, you can provide hooks at a distance of 90-100 centimeters from the floor for children's clothing.
If years ago hooks were installed in one or more rows, now designers place them in different orders. They look equally stylish on a wooden or metal hanger.
Different hooks can be used on one hanger
The method of attaching the hook plays an important role. It is this criterion that affects the strength of the structure. Therefore, you should decide in advance what items are supposed to be hung.
You can read about attaching shelves to the wall without visible fasteners in our article.
Table No. 3. Types of hook fastenings
| Variety | Description |
| Self-tapping screws, screws, nails | This is the most reliable method of attaching hooks; it is most often used to fix metal products on a hanger. The only downside is the need to drill holes. |
| Glue | Only suitable for installing hooks made of plastic or wood. However, this method of fastening can hardly be called reliable. |
| Double-sided tape, suction cups | As in the previous case, such a mount is more likely to not withstand heavy loads. The only advantage is that the fittings can be moved to another location at any time. |
| Magnets | Fastening hooks in this way is used extremely rarely. This requires the installation of a metal hanger. |
Designer hanger model
Using copper pipe
The model is unique and practical; this master class on DIY hangers will be of interest to women who have accumulated a lot of hats. In addition to such voluminous accessories, hooks can be used to dry things after getting caught in the rain or simply beautifully decorate the room at the entrance to the living space.
To work you need to prepare:
- Copper pipe.
- A few clothespins.
- Tight cord.
- Scissors.
The manufacturing process begins with trimming the edges of the base material, after which a cord is passed through the body of the pipe. Both ends should be securely fastened to the ceiling, and several pieces of thread hanging down should be tied along the entire horizontal line.
Recommendation! You need to allocate an appropriate distance so that the hats do not wrinkle during storage; you can not tighten the loops tightly, but adjust their location as necessary.
Clothespins are attached to the ends of the cords; these are the components that will hold all the hanging accessories. If you move a little space away from the wall, and do not press the pipe as tightly as possible, then you can additionally put a plastic trempel on it.
From tassels
The idea to make hooks from brushes came to designer Dominic Wilcox when he remembered leaving painting tools in paint after work, only to find them frozen and unusable the next day. Well, brushes with curved bristles can still serve in the household. To make these, you'll need curing paint or some reliable glue.
Cutting branches from trees
Looking at numerous photos of original hangers, most individuals interested in independent work pay attention to creative examples of frames.
- Models created using saw cuts can significantly transform any interior and be exclusive.
- Moreover, you can use not only small tree branches, placing them on the partition in the desired order.
- A large branch on the entire wall of the hallway looks impressive; if you successfully select a specimen while going after it, then most of the hooks can be identified by trimming and sanding.
The missing elements should simply be secured to the body, and then the finished structure should be hung. Do not forget that wood can deform over time without proper protection; to prevent this from happening, it is treated with a special compound.
Unusual hook options
It is not necessary to purchase ready-made hooks, because they can be made even from scrap materials:
- Perfume caps. Sometimes bottles of perfume end up with rather interesting caps that are a pity to throw away. You can try to give them a second life and use them as hooks.
- Stones. This option will fit perfectly into a hallway decorated in a marine style. For such purposes, you can use various decorative stones brought from the sea.
- Branches. Various branches from trees can serve as an excellent option for making hooks and hangers.
Options for making hooks from stones
Available materials
If you show your imagination and use a creative mindset, the most unexpected things will come into play, from scraps of wood to junk items.
In some situations, such solutions help to significantly save the family budget and create a unique design that cannot be found anywhere else.
You don’t have to buy hooks; such components are easy to find in every apartment. If, when looking through things in the wardrobe, the owner finds broken trempels, then there is no need to rush to throw them away; you should get hooks, because they are quite practical, their ends are often rounded so that things do not accidentally break.
