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Wall stocking holder

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a white painted wall rail with six turned maple pegs and three knit stockings concept — not a real build.

A wall-mounted poplar peg rail for stockings, with 4, 6 or 8 hardwood pegs on 8 in centers. The pegs are laid out so every screw lands in a wall stud.

Rough size
About 32, 48 or 64 in long
Wood
Poplar, Hardwood pegs

Screw into wall studs or rated anchors. For light items only.

Tools you might use

  • Miter saw, or a circular saw
  • Drill press, or a drill
  • 1/2" brad-point or Forstner bit, 7/32" twist bit, and a scrap backer board
  • Drill/driver
  • Stud finder, a thin finish nail or 1/16" bit to confirm studs, 4-ft level, tape measure, pencil
  • Sandpaper to 180 grit
  • Safety glasses, hearing protection, and a dust mask

Need a circular saw? See our circular saw picks.

Need a drill press? See our drill press picks.

Drilling with a Forstner bit? Read our Forstner bit guide.

Need a miter saw? See our miter saw picks.

Need a cordless drill? See our cordless drill picks.

Key techniques

Line diagram of the finished six-peg wall stocking holder: a 48-inch rail with pegs on 8-inch centers, screwed to three wall studs 16 inches on center, with stockings hanging from the pegs.
Diagram of the finished piece. Sizes are approximate, not a tested plan. Reader build photos welcome.

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