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Wall Mount Guitar Holder

Step-by-step build — 7 steps. Also available as a print sheet.

  1. 1Plans

    These plans illustrate the sizing and cuts for each piece in the holder.

    Wall Mount Guitar Holder — step photo 2
  2. 2Cut Wood

    Cut the board (I used maple) into two pieces, one 5 1/2" and one 4 1/2"

    Wall Mount Guitar Holder — step photo 3
  3. 3Drill Pocket Holes

    Drill two pocket holes according to Kreg Jig directions in the longer piece of wood as shown in plans.

    Wall Mount Guitar Holder — step photo 4
  4. 4Cut Guitar Neck Hold

    Use a jigsaw or scroll saw to cut a space for your guitar neck. Cut according to the size of your guitar, making it no larger than the bottom of the headstock.

    Wall Mount Guitar Holder — step photo 5
  5. 5Attach Wood Pieces

    Use the pocket hole screws and attach the two pieces of wood as shown.

    Wall Mount Guitar Holder — step photo 6
  6. 6Sand, Stain, Seal

    Sand, stain and seal your guitar holders. I used Ebony stain and a satin poly.

    Wall Mount Guitar Holder — step photo 7
  7. 7Mount to wall

    Using wall anchors if necessary, sink two screws through the top half of the wall mount into the wall.

    Wall Mount Guitar Holder — step photo 8