Quilts are heavy things.
How to hang a quilt rack on the wall.
Then use your measuring tape a level and a pencil to mark the wall where you intend to install the rod s brackets at either end.
Drill holes on the wall at the same distance from each other as the holes on the rear wood piece.
And use 2x4 pieces.
Wall quilt racks often include a hanging rod that is inserted through a quilt pocket.
Step 11 mount the quilt rack insert screws or nails into the holes drilled into the wall and then hang the quilt rack onto it.
They are good to use if your quilt doesn t have a hanging sleeve.
These clips fasten onto the edge of the quilt and get mounted on a nail in the wall.
Use quilt hanging clips.
First mark the holes and ensure that they are at the same level and distance and then drill them.
Must be driven in at angle to catch the 2x4 and go into the stud.
There are lots and lots of other quilt clip hangers for the wall.
However they can also be draped over the rod if you don t have a pocket on your quilt.
Use a hanging rod.
The drawback of a hanging quilt rack is that they generally only allow for one quilt although you can potentially add two if you fold both the quilts in half and lay them over the rod.
They are available in styles that match just about any decor.
From wall to bar should be 8 to 10 inches to give room for quilt to hang.
Screw the brackets firmly into place.
You will have to attach it to the wall studs with screws or nails.
Here is a set of traditional wood hanging clips.
However only quilts in the best of condition must be hung this way as damage will occur on the fabric.
Think towel bar as to shape.