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A wall-mounted shelf that cradles a bike by its top tube and gives you a spot for a helmet and keys. Built from a 1x10 and a 1x4 offcut.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back | 1 | 3/4" × 9 1/4" × 12" | 1x10 | ☐ |
| Bottom shelf | 1 | 3/4" × 9 1/4" × 10 1/2" | 1x10 | ☐ |
| Sides Top-tube notch cut into these. | 2 | 3/4" × 3 1/2" × 10" | 1x4 | ☐ |
| Front | 1 | 3/4" × 3 1/2" × 12" | 1x4 | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1x10, 2 ft Back and bottom shelf. | 1 each | ☐ |
| 1x4, 3 ft Sides and front. | 1 each | ☐ |
| Self-tapping wood screws, 2 in Star-drive trim screws work well. | 1 box | ☐ |
| Wood screws, 3 in For mounting into a wall stud. At least two. | 2 each | ☐ |
| Wood glue | 1 bottle | ☐ |
| Handle and hooks For helmet, keys, gloves. | 1 set | ☐ |
Overall cost: $. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.
Tools: Jigsaw. Materials: 1x10, 2 ft
Cut notches out of the back piece with a jigsaw so the ends of the 1x4 sides seat into it cleanly. This locks the sides in position and takes some of the shear load off the screws.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Drill Bit Set. Materials: 1x10, 2 ft, 1x4, 3 ft, Self-tapping wood screws, 2 in, Wood glue
Screw the two 1x4 sides to the back with two screws into each. This is the structural joint that carries the bike, so use ample glue, and take the extra minute to predrill if the wood shows any sign of splitting. A split here means the bike ends up on the floor.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Miter Saw. Materials: 1x10, 2 ft, 1x4, 3 ft, Self-tapping wood screws, 2 in, Wood glue
Attach the bottom shelf to the sides and back with glue and screws, predrilling if needed. Then add the front board — it's not structural, so 1-1/4" brad nails are fine here if you have them, or a couple of screws.
Tools: Drill / Driver, Hole Saw Kit, Jigsaw, Random Orbit Sander. Materials: Wood screws, 3 in, Handle and hooks
Use a jigsaw or hole saw to cut the saddle notch that cradles the bike's top tube. It doesn't need to be deep — just enough to keep the bike from rolling sideways off the shelf. Sand everything smooth.
Mount the hanger to the wall with the 3" screws driven into a wall stud, at least two of them. Drywall anchors are not enough for a bike that hangs here full-time. Add the handle and hooks underneath for helmet and keys.