Hooks for the hallway: tips for choosing, installation features and secrets of choosing a design (140 photos)

The hallway is a space that combines the entrance to the apartment and the living rooms, so such a room must be used functionally. Most people have the habit of storing outerwear in the hallway, but it is not always possible to install a large closet there.

For such purposes, special hangers with hooks are used that do not take up much space. In addition, by hanging hanger hooks in the hallway, you can become the owner of an additional decorative element of the interior.

Hooks for hanging in the hallway

Benefits of using hooks

Using coat hooks in the hallway is not only a functional necessity, but also an opportunity to decorate your interior with unusual details, which designers actively use. In addition, some craftsmen make such structures with their own hands, creating a truly unique product.

The hanger is used even for heavy items

Coat hooks are mounted on a wall or hanger, but the main convenience of such accessories is as follows:

1. Hooks do not require much space. If it is not possible to allocate space for installing a cabinet or a large wall shelf, then you can always find a free section of the wall for a hanger with hooks. This is necessary in order to always have access to essential items, including: a bag, a key holder, an umbrella, a raincoat, and outerwear.
2. It’s not entirely convenient to hold your things in your hands after coming home; it’s much easier to hang them on hooks and only then put them in their places.
3. They have a low cost (if we are talking about simple products), so you don’t have to invest a large amount of money in such a purchase.
4. Typically, such products are easy to attach, so anyone can handle such actions.

It is also worth highlighting that the hanger with hooks does not require any special care. If necessary, such a structure can be quickly dismantled.

The simplest hanger design

Features of choosing a hallway

When decorating the space at the entrance to the house, you want it to be beautiful, comfortable, roomy, and meet the needs and wishes of all residents. Thanks to modern capabilities, any idea can be translated into reality. An open hanger in the hallway allows you to apply any solution to the arrangement of the room.

Before choosing a hanger, you need to decide on the space that can be allocated for it. Then you need to determine the required number of hooks. The more people live in a house, the more there should be. If there are small children in the family, then you should make sure that some of the hooks are located as low as possible so that the child can independently remove and hang his outerwear.

It is also worth considering the need to install additional elements. In a small hallway you can hang a mirror and put a small ottoman. If the room is spacious, then you can allow the placement of an entire furniture structure with open hangers.

Attention should be paid to fasteners. They must be durable and support sufficient weight

Before purchasing, you need to study the quality of the product and make sure there are no defects.

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

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

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

Designer hanger model

What should you consider?

There are several nuances that must be taken into account, otherwise the corridor will not only not become a solid room, but will also not be cozy or aesthetically pleasing

Due to the fact that most hallways are small in size, the main task of the owners is to expand the boundaries by choosing a color palette. The choice of pastel colors for walls and ceiling structures will help with this. There is no need to be afraid of bright solutions, because today there is an impressive amount of materials on sale that can repel particles of dust, dirt, moisture, and also withstand any general cleaning. The main thing is that a darker tone predominates in the lower part, and a light one on top. In the process of selecting the texture of walls or floors, it is necessary to take into account the fact that glossy surfaces provide an expansion of space, this happens due to the possibility of reflecting light. Therefore, in this case it is worth considering glass wallpaper and ceramic tiles. As for the ceiling, plasterboard or a tension version are well suited for its design. Lighting should be available in several varieties

When choosing a ceiling lamp, you should pay attention to options that are closest to the ceiling. It is in this part of the apartment that the owners, as well as their guests, change into winter clothes, and also store oversized items such as skis, bicycles, etc.

So the likelihood of the lamp falling to the floor is quite high.

To achieve the result of light diffusion, you can use several lamps at once, which are aimed at the ceiling. Reflected light will visually elongate wall surfaces. Individual lighting, in turn, should be provided for the mirror so that it shows and emphasizes the image as accurately as possible and clearly conveys it. It is desirable that the source of the account be natural.

It is best to choose a cabinet that covers the entire height of the wall to make the most of the space. The closed design has a presentable appearance and hides the clothes inside. The same can be said about the shoe box. It is advisable to provide a place for putting on and taking off shoes. However, practice shows that it can take up a large amount of free space, so it is worth paying attention to sliding or opening type designs. Even if there is a random guest in the house, for example, a neighbor, you can always invite him to sit down. Mirrors deserve special attention in the process of decorating this room. With their help, you can practice winning techniques in terms of expanding space. A prerequisite in the situation under consideration is the design of the wall located on the opposite side in light shades. Of course, the best option would be to install the structure at full height.

Along the edges it will not be difficult to place small shelves for perfume, lipstick, jewelry, and figurines. To place accents, it is worth using frames with paintings and photographs; in this situation, any hallway will acquire a complete and, importantly, aesthetic appearance. A person who comes into a house or apartment from the street, be it the owner or a guest, should immediately feel the aroma. Therefore, it is logical and advisable to place a sachet or essential oil in the room

Other incense that sprays automatically will work. The main thing is that the aroma is not too intrusive, only in this case it will be associated with a specific home.

Based on everything that was said above, it is easy to draw a conclusion about what should be in the hallway.

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

Unusual hook options

It is not necessary to purchase ready-made hooks, because they can be made even from scrap materials:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Branches. Various branches from trees can serve as an excellent option for making hooks and hangers.

   Options for making hooks from stones

Where to install a hanger with hooks?

First, you need to select the wall where the structure will be fixed. At the same time, you should not be negligent about such an important stage, because some walls in modern apartments are made of plasterboard, which means that they can suffer from great severity. Therefore, if outer clothing is supposed to be hung on hooks, then they should only be secured to load-bearing walls.

The next step is to take measurements; you need to mark on the wall where the hanger will be attached. In the future, it is necessary to control the installation work so as not to go beyond these marks.

Even when installing a simple structure, wall measurements are required

Wardrobe for things

The most convenient option for storing things.

But in the fall it often rains, and there is no point in hanging wet clothes in the closet.

You also need to remember about hats and take into account that knitted hats often disappear somewhere if a special place is not allocated for them.

For a small hallway, the calculation is that the smaller the area, the fewer front doors the cabinet has.

And it’s better not to have side walls.

Equip the top of the hallway or hallway wall above the front door with an open, stable shelf for small modules. This will help to rationally use the entire wall area.

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Install horizontal shelves up to the ceiling, open hangers, open shoe stands.

Scattered dirty shoes on the floor at the entrance leaves an unpleasant impression on visiting guests, and is unlikely to make the household members themselves happy.

Think in advance where you will place a shelf with pallets or modules for shoes, which will then be convenient to wash and put in proper shape.

There is a wide range of multi-stage plastic shoe shelves available for sale in different colors and sizes.

For a medium-sized corridor, it is rational to use open closed type 50/50 cabinets.

Out-of-season items are put away in a closed space behind the closet doors.

What is worn every day is hung on hooks and hangers for open access.

The ideal solution for a medium-sized corridor would be a custom-made cabinet.

And then they think through details such as:

• Hangers at different levels for all family members
• hooks for small but frequently used items (umbrellas, bags, backpacks)
• drawers for gloves, mittens, scarves and scarves
• hanging pockets on the cabinet doors for very small things and accessories
• upper and lower shelves for clothes and shoes
• removable storage modules
• rods for numerous hangers and large hooks

Hooks at different levels for all family members

Drawers for storing small items

Hanging pockets for very small items and accessories

Removable and retractable modules
If you have the opportunity to arrange a dressing room, many problems associated with finding things, clothes and shoes are removed.

The main thing here is not to forget and leave a specially designated place for storing sports equipment, including skis, skates, snowboards, rollerblades and others.

And fill the corners with household appliances: a vacuum cleaner, a humidifier, a summer fan or a heater.

Corner shelves for storing home appliances will come in handy.

It is practical to use a laundry basket for dirty linen and clothes under the seating area in the dressing room.

Making your own hangers

Making your own hangers yourself has a number of obvious advantages:

• Opportunity to save money. The finished product will have a low cost.
• The product will be unique.
• For some craftsmen, such a hobby can be an opportunity to earn extra money.
• Opportunity to create your own interior design.

Video - DIY coat hooks

A set of tools for self-production of various designs

Perforated sheet hanger

To make such a creative hanger you will need the following:

• sheet with holes made of plastic or metal;
• any needlework thread or string;
• hooks (in our case metal with a wooden end)

Important point! You can purchase such a sheet at a hardware store. They are usually sold in large rolls.

Table No. 5. Instructions for making a hanger from perforated sheet

This is the simplest option for making a decorative shelf, in which even children can participate. At the same time, the finished shelf looks quite original.

Simple wooden hanger

You can make hangers with your own hands even if you have an old board. To do this you will need the following:

• board (optimal size);
• moisture-resistant paint;
• container for paint;
• roller;
• jigsaw;
• drill;
• emery cloth or grinder;
• roulette;
• pencil.

Step-by-step instruction

Step 1. Prepare the material. You need to take one rectangular board (you can even disassemble an old pallet). If there is dirt on its surface, you will need to clean it first. In addition, a piece of wood that is too massive must be shortened in advance.

It is convenient to use a jigsaw in work

Then you should sand the surface with sandpaper. If you have a grinder in your arsenal of tools, then it is better to use it. Thus, the processing process will be much faster and more efficient. In this case, in any case, you can achieve the goal.

Step 2. Mark the holes for the hooks. Using a tape measure and a simple pencil, you need to mark the places where you plan to install the hooks. In our case, they will be located in one line, but if desired, this can be done differently.

Marking is done strictly along the line

Step 3. Make holes in the wood for the hooks. It is necessary to double check that the marks are correct so that the width between the hooks is optimal. Next, you need to make holes and clean the board from any remaining wood shavings (they will interfere with further painting).

The material must be sanded first

Step 4. Paint the board. You must first decide on the type of paint and its color. It is advisable to use acrylic paint, which has water-repellent properties.

Recommendations from the experts

You should paint the board in several layers of paint and leave it like that until completely dry.

Important point! It is recommended to pre-treat the wood with an antiseptic solution to protect it from fungi. This will extend the life of the hanger.

Step 5. Insert fasteners. On the back side of the board you need to insert fasteners with which the hanger will be fixed to the wall. You can use special hooks as fastenings (as in our case).

If desired, you can decorate such a hanger with various additional elements, inscriptions, patterns

Hanger with straps

This unusual version of the hanger will fit perfectly into the interior of the hallway, kitchen and even living room. The peculiarity of the design is that it is not only functional, but also decorative. In addition, you will have to spend very little time on its manufacture.

To make the structure you will need the following:

• soft leather belts;
• 2 fragments of leather (harder);
• thick wooden stick (branch);
• curly metal hooks in the shape of the letter S;
• thick needle;
• strong thread.

Step-by-step instruction.

Step 1. Prepare the belts. It is necessary to cut leather belts so that their length is the same. Then you should measure the diameter of the branch and wrap it with a belt. Then you will need to carefully sew the belt to fix the branch in one position. This must be done on the other side of the hanger as well.

In order to hide the seam it is necessary to make decorative elements from additional pieces of leather

Step 2. We secure the hanger structure. Holes for fastenings should be punched in the upper part of the belts. You can install the hanger on pre-prepared hooks or nails.

When punching holes, be sure to protect your hands with thick gloves.

Step 3. Attach hooks. Next, you need to hang the required number of hooks on the branch and you can use a hanger.

This design is suitable for various small items

Pallet hangers

This is one of the easiest ways to make a hanger. This design can be installed in any room, including the hallway. Its main advantage is that in addition to the wooden base, you only need hooks and fastenings to them.

It is not necessary to paint the wood; you can leave it the original color or use a clear varnish

If desired, even using ordinary acrylic paint you can give the product an unusual look.

Kinds

There are several types of wall hangers for clothes.

Vertical

The traditional design of a wall hanger is a bar with hooks attached to it. The most popular option is a vertical plank. Such designs visually increase the height of the ceilings and protect the wall from moisture and possible contamination. The number of hooks can be different (from three or more). They can be located either along one line or at different levels.

As for the body itself, it can be made of different materials and have different designs. It can be a solid sheet of chipboard or wood.

An equally common type is a panel made of several narrow wooden slats. This model is also called a “fence hanger” due to its external resemblance to the said fence. The shape of such hangers can be rectangular, round and even wavy. The color range usually includes natural wood shades (from beige to dark brown).

Some manufacturers offer all-metal hangers. In a vertical design, this model is a decorative lattice with hooks. Forged products can be painted in any color, but usually they are neutral colors (black, brown, white).

Horizontal

Horizontal models are more compact. Typically, this is a narrow panel with hooks. Depending on the design, it can be a wooden slatted, plastic or metal structure.

Designer

For those who are not accustomed to standard options, original products of unusual shapes are available for sale. Such models perform not only a practical, but also a decorative function. For example, you can choose an original option in the form of a tree, deer antlers or hands, as if offering to hold your coat.

If you want to please your child, you can buy a children's hanger. This could be a model with images of animals and birds, an option in the form of a piano with bright keys, or something else.

Another interesting option is a transformer with folding hooks. It is interesting because you can bend only as many hooks as you need. The rest remain pressed against the wall, forming a single composition with the body. Models with retractable hooks can also have any design, and the number of folding parts can reach up to hundreds.

With additions

Many wall hanger models come with useful extras. The most common options are those with a top shelf. It is convenient to place hats, scarves and gloves on it. Many mezzanine hangers are complemented by a mirror, which is also very convenient. Before going out, you can evaluate your appearance, fix your hair or headdress.

Vertical models with a soft pouf allow you to take off and put on shoes comfortably. You can also put a bag on it. This way, when you come home, you can free your hands and freely remove your outerwear.

Alternative options

An alternative to wall-mounted hangers are swivel racks. These include options that are located on a rotating circle and include a panel with hooks on one side and shelves for shoes on the other.

This category also includes standing structures with a small leg. To ensure stability, they should also be attached to the wall, but they do not fit closely to it. On one side of this model there is a canvas with hooks or a bar for hangers. On the other side there is a large mirror. With a slight movement of your hand, you can turn the product to the side you need, and then, if necessary, return it to its original position.

Both options are suitable for square hallways. They save free space in length, but take up more space in volume than conventional models adjacent to the wall.

Decoration

In order to give the product an unusual appearance, you can decorate its surface.

Table No. 6. Ways to decorate hangers

The nuances of installing a hanger

Improper installation of a hanger can lead to the following negative consequences:

1. Formation of extra holes in the wall.
2. Violation of the integrity of the hanger, the appearance of various cracks, chips and other damage.
3. Poor stability of the hook, which is why it quickly falls off.
4. Damage to the electrical wiring located in the wall.
5. Wrong choice of hook type, due to which the fittings quickly wear out. This usually happens when there is excessive load on the structure.

If you are not confident in your abilities, it is better to contact professional craftsmen who will help you choose the right material and fittings for making the structure.

The heavier the items that will be placed on the hanger, the more reliable the installation should be

Useful tips for making your own hangers

Before you start making a hanger of any configuration, you need to study some useful recommendations:

• Don't be afraid to experiment with different design shapes and styles. There are several varieties of different hooks you can use. In addition, as an addition, it is recommended to install a small shelf on the hanger.
• It is necessary to prepare all fasteners in advance before starting installation of the structure. In addition, it is recommended to carefully process the wood in all cases.
• When sawing wood, it is important to wear safety glasses and gloves, because small shavings can get into your eyes, and burrs often injure the skin of your hands.
  Wearing safety glasses when working with wood will help protect your eyes.

For many craftsmen, homemade furniture is a source of pride and an opportunity to implement creative projects. It is important to select the right materials and all the necessary accessories, including hooks. Then the hanger will serve for many years without any doubt.

Types and features

Using a hanger with hooks you can easily save space in a hallway with a small area. A wardrobe hanger is a bar with a certain number of hooks located on it. Design proposals are becoming more and more original every day, offering consumers updated, interesting designs. Now the place to store clothes also serves an aesthetic purpose.

The following elements may be included in different models:

• A convenient bar with a special recess for any accessories.
• Spacious trays for clothes.
• Shelves for hats, scarves and gloves.
• Folding structures.

Some hangers, which are particularly unusual, also have movable elements. Shapes can be different - rectangular, curved or curly. At the same time, the functionality and spaciousness are so high that there is simply no need to purchase a large cabinet.

When choosing the design of your home, it is important to pay special attention to the design of the hooks to highlight your good taste. They can be attached to the bar or attached to the wall, and then their owner himself chooses the arrangement that is convenient for daily use. The second option will look best in a very small hallway

The second option will look best in a very small hallway.

The selection of these items should not be taken lightly. They must be in harmony with the overall interior design, otherwise there is a risk of getting an awkward picture of the corridor. Modern manufacturers have done everything possible to ensure that customers avoid such a serious mistake, having the opportunity not to change their own tastes and preferences. Hooks come in a wide variety - wooden, metal or plastic, and thanks to their rich color palette, everyone will certainly choose the right shade.