Builder's Studio: Coat Rack with Shelf

Follow along to create a functional and stylish DIY coat rack for your space using corbels and dimensional lumber from Osborne! For more information on the products used in this build, check out the links below!

Materials Used

Lawrence Contemporary Corbel - Part #8775
5/4 Lumber 48" x 6" (also available in 96") - Part #148654
- or 4x1 True Stock Lumber (also available in 96") - Part #34841
Hardware sourced separately

Tools Used

Miter Saw	Table Saw	Planer
Sander	Drill	Pocket Hole Jig
Wood Glue	Plug cutting bit	2-step bit

Assembly Instructions

Overall Dimensions: 24” x 6” x 9”

What we used:

Other items needed:

Miter Saw	Table Saw	Planer
Sander	Drill	Pocket Hole Jig
Wood Glue	Plug Cutting Bit	2-Step Bit
Clamp

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Step 1 - Mill the wood

Mill down the top and backboard of the coat rack to a thickness of 1” using a planer or a joiner. If you do not have a joiner or planer, use Osborne’s 4x1 True Stock Lumber for your project.

Step 2 - Cut the top shelf to size

Determine the length for the top shelf. Use corbels as an estimate to give a proper overhang. We created a 24” long top shelf. Cut the top shelf to length.

Step 3 - Make guide marks

Mark 1” from each edge of the shelf to allow for overhang.

Step 4 - Determine backboard length

Place the corbels in their proper location. Measure the distance between the corbels to determine the length for the middle backboard. We cut the backboard to 18 ⅜”. This may vary depending on the width of the corbel that is chosen.

Step 5 - Rip the backboard

Rip the backboard to a total width of 4” using a table saw.

Step 6 - Sand the surfaces

Now that all of the pieces are cut to final size, sand and prep the surfaces.

Step 7 - Attach top shelf to the corbels

Attach the top shelf to the corbels. Pre-drill with a 2-step bit into the top side of the shelf board. Mark out locations of the screws to ensure they land in the middle of the corbels. Drill the marked locations.

Tip: Before attaching the top shelf, use the backboard as a spacer to keep the corbels a proper distance apart. Use clamps to secure the top to the corbels. Pre-drill once more into the corbels using a small bit to avoid cracking. Use a wood screw to attach.

Step 8 - Create wood plugs

Create wood plugs using a scrap piece of white oak using a plug cutting bit with a drill press or hand drill. Place wood plugs into drill holes. Let dry and move to the backboard to mount the hooks.

Step 9 - Make guiding line on backboard for coat hooks

Create a line across the backboard to ensure the coat hooks are at the same height.

Step 10 - Determine hook spacing

Determine the spacing between each hook. We placed our hooks 5” apart. Use a small drill bit and hammer to mark out the location for each screw. Use a small drill bit and pre-drill each screw location.

Step 11 - Install pocket holes

Install pocket holes on the backside of the backboard. This will allow us to attach it to our corbels.

Tip: When installing pocket holes, ensure they do not interfere with the hardware and the keyhole brackets on your corbels.

Step 12 - Attach backboard to corbels

Attach the backboard to the corbels using the pre-drilled pocket holes.

Step 13 - Sand rough areas

Sand any rough areas to 150 grit.

Step 14 - Finish the pieces

Apply a wood finish of your desire.

Step 15 - Install coat hooks

Install the coat hooks on the backboard using a screw driver. Once the hardware is installed, you can attach the assembly to a wall using the keyhole brackets on the back side of the corbels.