How to Build a Wine Glass Rack

You can find a variety of wine glass racks in stores, but due to the varying shapes and sizes of many glasses today, it can be difficult to find the perfect rack. Putting together your own rack is relatively quick and easy. This will allow you to create the perfect display for your individual collection of stemware.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Wire glass racks Plywood or shelving 2 metal brackets Metal primer Paint Drill Screws

Measuring Your Supplies

1. Count and measure your wine glasses. You will need to know the width of the base of the glass, the stem of the glass and the cup at the widest place.

2. Measure various wire glass racks. These can be found at most hardware stores as well as online. You will need to make sure that the stem of the glass will fit in the rack, and that the base of the glass is wide enough to keep it from falling.

3. Calculate how many glasses will fit in each rack. Allow for at least half an inch between glasses to ensure that they will not fall.

4. Calculate how large the base of your rack needs to be. This will depend on how long your wire rack is, and how many racks you will need to accommodate all of your glasses.

5. Determine how many screws you will need. Depending on the style of wire rack you choose, you may need two or four screws per rack. You will also need screws to attach the bracket to the shelf and to the wall.

Building Your Wine Glass Rack

6. Paint your shelf. The glass racks will be attached to the underside of this shelf. The top will be free for other items. Select a color that complements your home decor.

7. Prime the brackets. You may want to select decorative brackets to attach your shelf to the wall.

8. Paint the brackets. You may want to select a complementary color to that of the shelf, or you may choose to have them match.

9. Affix the wire racks to the underside of the shelf. Measure carefully as you do so to ensure that your glasses will not be too close, and will fit comfortably in the rack.

10. Attach the brackets to each end of the shelf.

11. Find a stud in the wall, and hang your wine glass rack using the brackets.

Tips & Warnings

• If you prefer a more natural look, you do not need to prime and paint the metal brackets. Some shelves also come already painted in white or black if you would prefer this ready-to-use option.
• Make sure that your rack is securely attached to the wall, and placed well out of the reach of children and pets to prevent falling glass.

Resources

• Wire Glass Hanger