What The Hat Rack Guy Makes
The Hat Rack Guy is a brand focused on storage for hats, especially western and cowboy hats, along with ball caps, boots and a few related organizers. Its racks suit anyone with more than a couple of good hats who wants them displayed and protected instead of stacked on a closet shelf. The range here covers several dozen products, all currently in stock.
Most of the line is built around one idea: a hat keeps its shape when it is supported the right way. Wall racks, floor stands and travel holders each do that in a different setting, from a bedroom wall to a horse trailer.
Rack Styles in the Range
Vertical Wall Hatter Racks
Vertical racks stack hats one above another on a narrow wall. They are the space-saver of the line, well suited to the strip of wall beside a door, inside a walk-in closet or at the end of a hallway.
Horizontal Wall Racks
Horizontal racks hold hats side by side. They work over a dresser, bench or entry console, and they turn a collection into a display, which is why many people hang them in a den, office or tack room.
Floor Stands
Floor-standing racks need no wall mounting at all. They suit renters, rooms with plaster or brick walls, and anyone who rearranges often.
Trailer and Travel Holders
Several products are made for trailers and travel. A good holder keeps a hat from sliding around or being crushed under gear on the road, a common problem for anyone who travels to rodeos, shows or ranch work.
Ball Cap, Boot and Towel Organizers
Beyond western hats, the range includes ball cap racks, boot organizers and a towel holder in the same style, so a closet, mudroom or bath can match.
Materials: Wood, Steel and Copper
Wood is the main material across the line, and many pieces have a wood look as their defining feature. A few carry a distressed, hand-scraped surface that gives the wood a worn, ranch-house character. Steel appears on a smaller group of racks, typically where a slimmer profile or extra strength is useful, and there is a copper option for anyone who wants a warmer metal accent.
Wood racks feel at home in rustic, western and farmhouse rooms. Steel pieces read cleaner and fit better in modern spaces, garages or trailers where durability matters more than warmth.
Prices Across the Line
Prices are per listed item. Most racks fall between about $50 and $120, with the middle of the range around $85. Small accessories start at a few dollars, and the largest racks and multi-piece sets reach about $165. Listings described as a pair include two pieces, so compare those against single-rack prices accordingly.
How to Store a Cowboy Hat Properly
A rack only helps if the hat sits on it correctly. These rules are standard advice among hat makers and wearers:
- Never rest a hat flat on its brim. The weight of the crown slowly flattens the brim. Hang it, or set it upside down on its crown.
- Keep hats away from heat. A car dashboard or rear window can shrink a felt hat and warp a straw one in a single afternoon. Heat sources indoors, such as radiators, do similar damage over time.
- Avoid long direct sunlight. Sunlight fades felt and dries out straw. A rack on a wall away from a sunny window protects color.
- Let a wet hat dry naturally. If a felt hat gets rained on, let it dry at room temperature on a rack, not near a heater.
- Handle by the brim, not the crown pinch. Pinching the crown to pick a hat up wears down the shape and, on straw hats, can crack the weave.
Choosing the Right Rack
- Count your hats, then add a few. Collections grow. Pick a rack with one or two more spots than you need today.
- Measure brim width. Wide western brims need more spacing than ball caps. Check the spacing between positions so brims do not overlap and press against each other.
- Decide between display and storage. Horizontal racks show hats off; vertical racks save space. Floor stands sit between the two.
- Match the material to the room. Distressed wood for a rustic den, steel for a garage or trailer, copper for a warm accent.
- Think about where you put hats on and take them off. A rack near the door you use most gets used; one in a back room often does not.
Mounting a Wall Hat Rack Securely
Wall racks hold more weight than people expect once several hats and the odd jacket end up on them. Mount into wall studs whenever you can; most homes in the US have studs spaced 16 inches apart on center. Where a stud is not available, use anchors rated well above the weight you plan to hang. A level and a pencil mark for each screw save a lot of patching later. For hats you wear daily, a mounting height around shoulder level is comfortable to reach; display racks can go higher.
Care for Wood and Metal Racks
Dust wood racks with a soft, dry cloth and avoid soaking them; a light furniture polish now and then keeps the finish fresh. Wipe steel racks with a damp cloth and dry them, especially in humid trailers or barns. Copper naturally darkens over time; you can leave the patina or brighten it with a copper cleaner.
The Hat Rack Guy FAQ
What kinds of racks does The Hat Rack Guy make?
The range includes vertical and horizontal wall racks for cowboy hats, floor stands, trailer and travel holders, ball cap racks, boot organizers and a matching towel holder. Most are made of wood, with some steel and a copper option.
Will a hat rack damage the shape of a cowboy hat?
A rack designed for western hats supports the hat without weighing down the brim, which is better for its shape than resting it flat. Make sure brims have enough space so they do not press against each other.
Can I use a hat rack in a horse trailer?
Yes, several products are designed for trailers and travel. They help keep hats from shifting or being crushed while you drive.
How much does a hat rack from The Hat Rack Guy cost?
Most racks are listed between about $50 and $120 per item, with the largest pieces around $165. Some listings are sold as a pair.
Do these racks work for ball caps too?
There are dedicated ball cap racks in the line. Western hat racks can hold caps as well, but a cap rack fits more caps in the same wall space.