Promoting Freedom for Creative Architecture
If you have a gun collection, then you likely want to showcase it somewhere in your home. A suitable wall mount can help ensure the security of your weapons while also giving them an eye-catching aesthetic.
You may have already considered displaying your firearms in a shadow box, but this might only be suitable for a few small guns such as pistols and derringers. If you have more than two weapons, however, consider investing in a gun cabinet or rack instead.
Gun racks come in a range of designs to meet individual needs. Some are simple hangers for one gun, while others feature multiple slots and can accommodate multiple weapons.
Some gun wall racks are constructed from wood or metal, while others use plastic. These materials can be found at home improvement stores and customized with various designs. Paint or stain them to match the decor of your home for a polished look that matches perfectly.
Another popular option is a pegboard. These can be found at any home improvement store and are inexpensive yet easy to install. These boards hang on the wall, perfect for holding anything from magazines and accessories to guns.
For something truly durable, Wall Control offers galvanized steel pegboard racks in sections that can be hung vertically or horizontally and require less installation effort than traditional pegboard.
If you own multiple rifles, combining vertical and horizontal placements to create an eye-catching pattern will add an interesting flair to your collection. You could even mix different styles of rifles and ammunition for an eye-catching contrast.
You can make your own gun wall rack using shelving board from any home improvement store for around $20. This DIY project only takes a few minutes and requires basic hand tools.
When hanging a gun wall rack, use a level for both safety and aesthetic purposes. An uneven rack could cause your guns to fall off the wall, which could be hazardous if you have children or people with weak balance.
Wall mounted gun racks can be an ideal solution for small spaces that don't have much room to spare. Hunters especially benefit from this type of storage, as it keeps their rifles close by without taking up too much floor space.
Installing and constructing the best gun racks is a relatively straightforward DIY project that only requires basic tools. Some even come equipped with a magazine organizer to keep shells and rounds organized.
Some gun wall racks are designed to be stronger than others, so you don't have to worry about them coming loose. These mounts can be installed quickly with just a screwdriver and may even be attached directly onto a stud in the wall for extra safety.
