Whether you’re an inspired shop owner or a passionate hat connoisseur, one of the best parts of your custom cap collection is showcasing the craftsmanship and quality. But, unfortunately, you can only wear one hat at a time.
At a glance
- Create a decorative hat wall
- Use pegboards for a customizable look
- A display case can better protect your high-quality caps
- Install floating shelves for a sleek look
- Clip hats to a cord
- Use a wall rod to safely nestle your hats
Your beautiful caps don’t deserve to be stuffed into a dark corner of a dingy closet. Instead, displaying them in a unique and eye-catching way will attract interest and help you sell more of your custom merchandise.
Keep reading, and we’ll share six of the easiest DIY ideas for hat storage that look professional and appealing.
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#1. Create a decorative hat wall
If your house or shop has a big, blank wall, you’ve probably been searching for ways to spice it up. There’s nothing more foreboding and unwelcoming than a huge mass of empty space. No one wants to see that!
A casual way to display hats and decorate your walls simultaneously is to create a nifty hat wall. All you need to do is hang each of your caps with nails or hooks on your wall in order to create a cohesive pattern.
It’s easy to see your custom designs and embroidery this way, too.
An effective and classy way to display your baseball caps
One of the best DIY hat rack ideas for business owners
If you’re a business owner, an even grid of hats is a clean and crisp way to display your branded merchandise. Whether you operate a cozy café or a brazen barbershop, a formal yet approachable display for your hats is the best way to drive merch sales and increase brand awareness.
Not only does it work as exceptional hat storage, but it also creates a vibrant focal point for the room. After all, there’s nothing more unique than an expansive and crafty hat wall!
#2. Use pegboards for a customizable look
If you’re leaning away from crafting a hat wall, a pegboard is another exceptional option to consider for displaying your headwear. Similar to a hat wall, you’re able to vertically present your collection in a sleek manner.
However, pegboards offer a more customizable approach, all without putting holes in your walls (and this can be important if you’re just a renter looking to decorate your bedroom.)
Easily adapt and adjust your hat display
If you’re planning on expanding your hat collection (and you should), this is the best option. You can easily adjust your hat display to make room for more items or simply shift your display pattern each time things get stale.
What’s even better is you’ll always be able to buy more hats in bulk without fear of limited display space. If your board is big enough, all you need are a few extra hooks or pegs each time you want to add a hat to the wall.
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Easily craft your own wall-mounted hat rack
If you can’t seem to find a pegboard that matches your interior aesthetic, try spray painting it to match your brand’s color scheme. Just be sure to give it plenty of time to dry, so that your caps don’t get covered in paint when you go to hang them.
You can also try your hand at building your own – it’s simpler than it looks! All you need is a sturdy wooden board, peg panel, and mounting hardware. You can also add hooks or other accessories to your board to tastefully fill the space.
#3. A display case can better protect your high-quality caps
Unfortunately, not all DIY hat rack ideas offer the level of protection your custom caps need. It’s important to find lasting and creative ways to display hats so they are shielded from dust and grub.
For your high-quality, expertly crafted hats, a display case might be the best option. If you’ll be displaying hats for a long period of time, display cases can better preserve the material and color. They also can allow customers to see the detailed design of your custom caps up-close and personal.
Each branded hat should tell a story about your company
A display case showcases the beautiful products that sustain your company’s custom merch collection. And at Double Portion Supply, we know that the right branded products are the key to enhancing your company’s image and improving brand recognition.
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The power of branded apparel for your business
Each of our caps is expertly crafted with your creative vision in mind. From our exotic bucket hats to our casual dad caps, every piece of headwear is high-quality and simply stunning.
In addition to embroidered hats, we offer T-shirt screen printing services. After all, the best merch collections are well-rounded and offer something for anyone who walks through your doors!
#4. Install floating shelves for a sleek look
You don’t only need to hang hats to display them. Shelves are a sleek and stylish way to showcase your mounting cap collection.
A shelving unit is an effective way to give your baseball caps a new home, and floating shelves take that potential up a notch. Floating shelves can be installed as you see fit, allowing you to creatively organize merch.
From embroidered hats to branded stickers, you can display your company’s merch in an organized and polished manner.
Hanging floating shelves is a simple DIY project that’s easy to pull off with the right tools and creative vision. You can use reclaimed wood for a rustic effect, or paint it a vibrant shade for a bold look.
#5. Clip hats to a cord
This idea is easy to execute and offers a timeless, simple feel. It’s great for decorating your bedroom or adding vibrancy to your shop!
All you need to do is gather some materials, including cord or wire and a few clips or hooks. Attach a few lines of cord to your wall, and use your clips and hooks to fasten your hats to it. It’ll be easy for customers to take off the merch they like, and easier for you to restock the wall.
#6. Use a wall rod to safely nestle your hats
If you’re looking for a simple DIY weekend project, this hat display idea is for you. Simply install a rod on your wall, leaving enough space between the wall and the rod to snuggle a few hats in.
You should be able to insert the hat’s brim in this space, allowing them to sit comfortably without fear of falling off. This is a fantastic idea if you have a vast assortment of baseball hats or snapbacks, and need an effective and efficient way to display them.
Final thoughts
Whether you’re showcasing branded merch in your store or redecorating your bedroom, displaying your hats is an exceptional way to organize your headwear. Try out one of these ideas, and see where your creativity takes you!
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