Wrought Iron Quilt Rack

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Updated 08/05/2021

When you're hanging up heavy quilts, you want to know that the quilt rack you're using will support the weight. That is why having a wrought iron quilt rack might be just the right way to go. You can hang quilts even when they're wet for efficient drying. See collection for details.

Buying Guide

A quilt display rack is used for a variety of reasons. You can use them for display purposes, such as if you are running an event or you own a business selling bedding. You can also use them for simple storage uses around the home, keeping your quilt out of everybody's way and ensuring your home looks neat and tidy. Another way to use a quilt rack is for drying your quilts and other items of bedding which may be too large for other racks. Let's look at some of the things you should consider before buying a wrought iron quilt rack.

What are the most popular styles of wrought iron quilt racks?

Here are some popular styles you may come across, and the reasons you might want to choose such a style.

Elegant side bars: While many people will focus on the horizontal bars, which should be straight to allow easy hanging of your quilts, the side bars are often the place where the excitement is happening. You will see quilt racks with beautiful wrought iron detail along the sides, which can complement existing furniture if you have other wrought iron pieces.
Slim design: A style which is thinner than many standard wrought iron quilt racks can be useful for saving space in the home if you only have single bedding. A regular quilt rack is usually around 3-4 feet in length, while a slimmer quilt rack is often around 2-3 feet.
Hanging quilt rack: The iron has to be quite a light material to achieve this style, but rather than having a freestanding wrought iron quilt rack on the floor, you can choose a hanging design. This has its limitations, however, since you need to find a suitable space for the rack to be hung from. It can save space around the home and is ideal for children's bedding.
Wall mounted rack: You can find much heavier materials used for the wall mounted racks than for the hanging quilt racks, although a lighter metal is still preferable depending on how sturdy your walls are. A wall mounted rack is useful since it doesn't take up floor space, but it's important to consider that the rack is then static and lacks much flexibility for the future.

Choosing the style is just as important as choosing other features of the quilt rack.

What's the average weight of a wrought iron quilt rack?

Many wrought iron quilt racks weigh around 12-15 pounds, although some may be heavier if they are larger or made from thicker iron. People often concentrate on the size of the quilt rack and the style before thinking about how much it weighs. This may or may not be an issue depending on you as an individual.

All suppliers should list the weight of their furniture products on their website and also on the label of the product, so finding out the exact weight of your preferred item shouldn't be a problem. You should make sure that you will be able to carry the quilt rack to your home and up any stairs.