Short answer: choose a wall-mounted coat rack if you want to save space and prefer a calm look, and a freestanding coat rack if you don't want to drill or want to remain flexible. For a family, a spacious wall-mounted coat rack with hooks at two heights works best. For an entrance with little wall space, a freestanding model like the JESSY is the logical choice.
Your front door opens and the first thing you see is… your hallway. That's where a warm welcome home begins. A good coat rack ensures that coats, bags, and scarves have a designated spot, and that it immediately looks tidy and stylish. But which coat rack suits you? Find out in four steps.
Step 1: Wall-mounted or freestanding?
The first and most important choice. Both have their strengths.
- Wall-mounted coat rack: saves floor space, looks sleek and calm, and keeps the floor clear for the vacuum cleaner. Perfect for narrow or small hallways. You will need to drill into the wall.
- Freestanding coat rack: no drilling required, easily moved, and makes a statement on its own. Ideal in a rented house, a corner of the living room or office, or next to the front door.
View our wall-mounted coat racks and freestanding coat racks.
Step 2: For which space?
A coat rack is no longer just for the hallway.
- Hallway & entrance: the classic. Combine a wall-mounted coat rack with a BILLY shoe cabinet and a DONNA 5 mirror for a complete, tidy entrance.
- Bedroom: a slim model for tomorrow's outfit or your bathrobe.
- Office or workspace: a freestanding coat rack, such as the PULL, for visitors' coats, neatly out of sight.
- Children's room: a playful design, such as the TETROMINO, to display the cutest children's clothes.
Step 3: How much space do you have?
Measure before you choose. A few simple guidelines:
- Narrow hallway (< 1 meter wall): a compact wall-mounted coat rack with hooks in a single row, such as the FUSION 5 or MILES 7.
- Average hallway: a wider wall-mounted coat rack with a hat shelf, such as the REX wall coat rack XL.
- Little to no wall space: a freestanding model that fits into a corner, such as the JESSY.
- Family with children: choose our family coat rack RIZZOLI with hooks at two heights and a hat shelf.
Step 4: Which color and style?
The color determines the atmosphere. Our finish colors are carefully selected:
- Black: timeless and minimalist, fits everywhere. Also beautiful in combination with oak wood.
- Silky Taupe: a warm, neutral basic for calm and unity with white and natural tones.
- Clay Terra: cheerful and warm, beautiful with natural materials.
- Dusty Green: soft and natural, for a calm, green touch.
Compare at a glance
| Your situation | Type | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Narrow hallway, sleek & space-saving | Wall-mounted coat rack | FUSION |
| Family, many coats | Wall-mounted coat rack (many hooks) | RIZZOLI |
| No drilling / rented house | Freestanding coat rack | JESSY |
| Warm, classic look | Wall, black/oak | REX |
Made to last for generations
All our coat racks are robust in steel: 100% recyclable, made by European partners, and designed to stay beautiful for years. We design for the future, so you only have to choose once.
Frequently asked questions
Which coat rack is best for a small hallway?
A wall-mounted coat rack saves floor space and keeps a narrow hallway calm and tidy. A compact model with hooks in a single row, such as the FUSION, is ideal.
Wall-mounted or freestanding coat rack: what should I choose?
Choose a wall-mounted coat rack for a sleek, space-saving look (drilling required). Choose a freestanding coat rack if you don't want to drill or want to remain flexible, for example in a rented house.
How many hooks do I need?
Allow for 2 to 3 hooks per person in the house. For a family, a model with many hooks or hooks at two heights is most practical.
Which color coat rack goes with everything?
Silky Taupe is a soft, neutral basic and a true chameleon. The color adapts to its surroundings: with warm tones, it takes on a brownish hue, and with cooler tones, a more grayish appearance. Our true all-rounder is the REX 2 coat rack in Silky Taupe.
