Wall-Mounted Backpack Station Organizer
Keep backpacks, lunch boxes, jackets, and school gear organized with this easy DIY wall-mounted backpack station. It’s a simple, space-saving project that creates a dedicated drop zone for each child and helps keep entryways and mudrooms clutter-free.
Specifications
| Project type | shelves |
|---|---|
| Room | Entryway and Mudroom |
| Difficulty | Beginner Projects |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
- 2 - 1x6 @ 8 feet long
- 1-1/4" pocket hole screws (recommended) or 2" self tapping screws and 1-1/4" brad nails
- wood glue
- wood filler
- Coat hook
- 2-3/4" self tapping screws (2) for hanging to studs in wall
- wood stain or paint
Cut List
- 2 - 1x6 @ 47-3/4" - cut from same 8' board
- 5 - 1x6 @ 19" - cut from same 8' board
Tools
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- kreg-jig
- drill
- circular saw
- nailer
- sander
Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Finishing
Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.
Source (temporary): https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/wall-mounted-backpack-station-organizer-easy-diy-storage