Comments on: diy project: kate’s rolling coat rack

By: Valerie

Valerie — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 17:13:56 +0000

I just made this with a few modifications: 1) instead of the 2″ x 12″, I used a section of edge-glued, stain grade wood from Lowe’s. I wanted a larger base, and this one came in at 3/4″ thick by 16″ deep; 2) I used a 24″ cross bar instead of 18″; 3) instead of using wood screws to attach the flanges, I used bolts, washers, and nuts that went all the way through the thinner base to reduce the risk of tear-out; and 4) I left the galvanized pipe raw and stained the wood base “Early American”. Looks fantastic, and holds four heave wool and down coats with room for one or two more.

By: Tara

Tara — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 20:59:35 +0000

Do you have to use galvanized pipes? Could you use plastic if you were hanging something like say… a photobooth backdrop?

By: Joan

Joan — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:23:34 +0000

Would make a perfect garment rack for my sewing room. Have been looking for something mobile and functional. However, when I try to print the instructions, all I can get are the pictures and background. What am I doing wrong?

By: Cathy

Cathy — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 18:45:14 +0000

What a great idea! I’ve been looking for something like this that’s DIY for a long time!

Although I LOVE the look of the metal piping, do you think PVC pipe would work? I’d rather use what I have then buy something else.

Thanks for the AWESOME idea!

P.S. The green looks great :)

By: Rachel

Rachel — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 18:52:17 +0000

This is great, exactly what I was looking for! Just wanted to ask – how much did all the materials cost?

By: ryanthegirl

ryanthegirl — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 20:48:25 +0000

You just made my day! I’ve been looking for a great set of instructions on how to accomplish this, and I’m beyond stoked!! Will also paint mine a bright color, which I hadn’t thought of. Thank you for taking the time to share.