How to Make a Clothing Rod

Adding a clothing rod to a closet is a quick do-it-yourself project that allows unused storage spaces to be used, providing a good opportunity for home organization. A clothing rod can be made for any length of closet, with double levels hung for additional storage. The work can be completed by one person, using common household tools and inexpensive items that can be found at a hardware store.

Tape measure
Stud finder
Drill
Two mounting brackets
Dry wall anchors
Wooden dowel
Saw

Instructions

- 1
  Use a tape measure and a pencil to mark the wall on both sides of the closet at the height and depth you would like to install the clothes rod. If possible, use a stud sensor and choose a depth that is aligned with a wall stud.
- 2
  Place the mounting bracket against the wall at the determined location and use a pencil to mark the screw placement holes. Use a drill to create pilot holes, then use the supplied screws to fasten the mounting bracket to the wall. If the closet wall does not have studs to fasten the brackets to, use a hammer to lightly tap drywall anchors into the screw holes before fastening the screws. Repeat on the other side of the closet.
- 3
  Place an end of the wooden dowel in each mounting bracket, cutting the dowel to size as necessary.

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