by Alexey | Crafts Decor Workshop Furniture Cheap Accessories | Monday, October 07, 2019
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If in a small apartment it is not possible to place a closet or a wall, then a small hanger will be the optimal solution to place things and save free usable space.
Original clothes hangers can well serve as decoration - almost all of the hangers shown are made by hand from materials that were on hand and created specifically for home decoration. Plus, these clothes hangers, despite all their originality, are quite capable of performing their usual functions and each of us can make them. Enjoy...
Other interesting and inspiring examples of hangers in the interior:
General operating principle
Creating a structure of varying complexity consists of several stages:
- Selection of scheme and method of implementation.
- Purchase of materials and tools.
- Cutting pipes in the required quantity according to dimensions.
- Assembly of individual frame parts using soldering or fittings.
- Creation of a complete structure.
- Checking the result for strength.
You can choose the assembly diagram at your discretion. There are a huge number of them. The choice depends on the skills and desires of the master. After this, you need to buy materials and tools. And here the question may arise about which plastic pipes are best to take.
As such, there is no difference. Especially when it comes to small pieces of furniture. Polypropylene is more expensive than polyvinyl chloride. Therefore, if the appearance of PVC and the way it is assembled are suitable, it is better to use it.
Polypropylene is much stronger, but also more expensive. Homemade products made from polypropylene pipes can withstand serious pressure. This is due to the fact that these products have thick walls.
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Convenient coat rack with shelves on wheels
If you need not just additional storage space for clothes and shoes, but a functional piece of furniture, then a homemade coat rack with shelves on wheels is a great option.
Essentially, this is an improved “version” of a mobile hanger made from water pipes.
The only difference is that the modified design has an additional vertical module with shelves, which is attached to the base, and an upper shelf for flower pots.
First of all, we make a module with shelves.
We saw off two wide boards of the required length, make markings and screw wooden blocks onto them on which the shelves will rest.
Next you will need to prepare 5 shelves. We lay them on the support bars, and screw them on the sides with self-tapping screws to the side walls of the module.
At the next stage we make the base of the hanger.
This can be either a single piece of plywood, chipboard or MDF, or two boards glued together or fastened together using wooden slats.
We screw furniture wheels to the bottom of the base. Then we install a vertical module with shelves. You can “plant” it on wooden dowels or screw it onto wood self-tapping screws (but it is better to use Euro screws - confirmed ones).
The stand and crossbar are made from steel water pipes. We connect them together using fittings. We screw the lower part of the rack to the base, and the end of the crossbar to the side wall of the vertical module.
At the last stage, all that remains is to install the top shelf. Metal pipes can be painted, and wood can be coated with mineral oil or wood stain. Or you can leave it as is.
Master class on creating
a functional
floor-mounted clothes hanger with your own hands
in the author’s video below. Video source: YouTube channel Laini Ozark.
HOW TO BUILD A CLOTHING RACK |
as seen in my bedroom makeover If you realistically evaluate labor costs, then among all the design options described, this is perhaps the most complex.
But still, even a novice woodworker can cope with this work. In order not to waste time gluing boards, you can use a purchased furniture board.
Decoration
The finished hanger can be further refined. It can be glissal, artistic painting, craquelure or decoupage. Before coating, you need to clean the surface of the hanger. Then it is primed with a roller or paint brush in order to fill all microcracks and other flaws in the material.
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Glizal is a type of paint. It can form texture under certain conditions. Glizal is diluted with water before use, following its instructions, then applied to the workpiece. This type of paint hardens in about half an hour, so you work with this type of paint quickly. The pattern is created with a sponge, and craquelure is used to artistically age the surface.
Decoupage is used for intricate patterns or to create an antique effect. For this method you will need:
- drawn blank;
- penknife;
- scissors.
Cut out a “pattern” from paper with a pattern and place it on the surface. The reverse side of the applique is covered with glue and leveled on the surface, making sure that no bubbles form. Then the finished piece of furniture is varnished.
Artists can paint an item with acrylic. Finally, the painting is also treated with varnish or craquelure.
Features of a floor hanger that you need to consider before purchasing it
When choosing a floor structure, you need to take into account its dimensions. This parameter is influenced by the number and type of things that will be stored on the hanger, as well as the area of the room. A wooden model must be treated with a special impregnation that protects it from moisture. In costume designs, it is important that the crossbars are made of:
- vinyl;
- foam rubber;
- rubber.
These materials will prevent clothes from slipping. Hooks for skirts should also be provided on such a hanger.
The dimensions of the structure must correspond to the parameters of the room
Stability is the second important criterion when choosing a floor model. If the design is unreliable, things will:
- get dirty;
- crumple;
- be damaged.
When choosing a model, you need to inspect its base. The stable design has a weighty disc-shaped base made of metal or stone.
You need to properly distribute the load on the floor hanger, otherwise it will fall to the floor
It is better to choose one-piece models, since the abundance of removable, threaded parts quickly becomes unusable. All parts will become loose and untwisted over time, so you need to regularly inspect the hanger for loose connections. However, solid models are less mobile, because they are more difficult to transport.
If the hanger has hooks with decorative edges, check how well they are attached. They have to:
- be tightly fixed;
- do not fall off at the slightest movement.
You need to check the reliability of these parts directly in the store so as not to encounter a problem at home.
All parts of the hanger must be securely fastened
You also need to take into account that large decorative ends (especially in the shape of a ball) will be impractical. Despite its luxurious appearance, hanging clothes on such a hook is extremely problematic.
Hooks in the middle tier of the hanger would be appropriate for a family with children. This way, the child can easily hang his clothes, since he does not have to reach to the very top. In addition, it is easy to hang any accessories on such parts, for example, scarves, handbags.
If the room where you need to place the hanger has uneven floors, it is better to use a structure with a support in the form of a tripod. The four legs will sway regularly, which puts her at risk of frequent falls.
A tripod support is considered the most relevant option for rooms with uneven floors
It is also important to consider that the surface of the hanger is treated with a moisture protection agent. Often the wood comes into contact with wet clothing, which can lead to the formation of rot.
Wall-mounted
A wall hanger differs from other types in that a vertical surface (usually a wall) acts as a supporting plane for it.
As a rule, such hangers are hung on the wall. It is customary to distinguish the following types of similar hangers:
- With direct installation of the main elements into the wall. The hooks are attached directly to the wall using anchors and special brackets.
- With fastening of the main elements to the supporting structure. Hooks are installed on frames, profiles or wooden boards mounted into the wall.
Wall hangers can be attached in various ways. Wall hangers can be placed in the hallway, bedroom, bathroom, or nursery. Currently, this is the most popular type of hangers.
This type of hanger is considered the most popular and convenient.
Stylish do-it-yourself solutions
An original hanger can be made not only from expensive materials, but also from improvised means. You can use an old floor lamp, removing unnecessary elements from it in the form of a lampshade and wires, and then screwing hooks to the stand. The result is a simple and uncomplicated design.
Example of a floor hanger from a floor lamp
An interesting solution would be a designer hanger. It may differ in the number of parts and design. This design is easy to fold and transport. Regardless of the material from which the hanger is made, it will look extraordinary and stylish.
An example of an assembled designer hanger
Unneeded construction supplies can be the perfect option for a designer hanger. To do this, you can use a wooden one:
- stand;
- stairs;
- stepladder.
By using your imagination, you can turn such a seemingly useless thing into a stylish interior element that is convenient for storing clothes.
Even an old staircase that has been lying around in the garage for a long time can become part of the interior
Instruction No. 1 – do-it-yourself wooden floor hanger
To create a stylish piece of furniture and a functional hanger, you need to use old, dried wood.
Example of a finished design
Step No. 1 – preparing the material
To get a beautiful hanger you need to process the tree trunk. In order for the structure to have a presentable appearance, it is necessary:
- remove unnecessary branches and twigs;
- remove the bark;
- sand the surface of the barrel.
All parts of the hanger must be smooth. This is necessary to protect clothing and floor coverings from any damage.
Treatment of the barrel will protect clothes from damage
Step No. 2 - structural stability
Good stability can be ensured with a low center of gravity. To do this, the treated barrel must be attached to a wooden or metal circle or cross.
You can attach the support to the trunk using self-tapping screws and a screwdriver
It is important to cover the base with soft material that:
- will protect the floor covering from damage;
- will allow you to move the hanger freely around the apartment.
Step No. 3 - processing the barrel
To protect the hanger from negative external factors and give it an attractive appearance, the trunk must be treated. To do this, you need to use varnish or paint of a suitable color. This design can completely transform the interior of a room.
You need to choose only a high-quality wood treatment product; cheap options will negatively affect the condition of the structure and its service life.
Instruction No. 2 - an easy way to create a floor hanger
Anyone can make such a hanger, even without any specific knowledge. You just need to prepare the following materials.
- Four crossbars with a diameter of 2 centimeters and a length of 180 centimeters.
- Rope for tying sticks. It can be replaced with any durable decorative thread.
- Gold spray paint for painting legs.
- Four types of paint for each leg. You can choose any color.
- Masking tape.
To create an original hanger you will need a minimal set of tools
Step No. 1 – painting the legs
You need to start by painting the legs. When the paint has dried, you can continue working according to the following algorithm.
- Apply masking tape to the place where you will begin painting the golden color (approximately at a height of 30-40 centimeters).
- Carefully spray the area with spray paint.
Masking tape can be removed after the paint has dried.
Step No. 2 - shaping the hanger
Once the paint on the boards has dried, you can begin assembling the structure. To do this you need:
- tie all the supports with rope
- push the posts apart, giving them the shape of a wigwam.
It is better to space the legs wider, otherwise the design will:
- inconvenient to use;
- shaky.
You need to tighten the rope tightly, otherwise the hanger will simply fall apart
This hanger is ideal for placement in the corner of the room.
Hanging
This type is non-standard, but the ease of assembly of the hanger allows you to make it yourself. The basis of the structure is a horizontal pipe for hangers, suspended on ropes, cables or chains.
Such models are non-standard. For stability, the crossbar pipe is often mounted in a frame supported by furniture or a wall.
