Coatrack by
the Meter
Vertical

These vertical coat racks complement the existing Coatrack by the Meter system, designed b by , Maarten Baptist. In addition to the well-known horizontal version, he designed a freestanding coat rack and a vertical wall-mounted version, both of which are also well-suited for smaller (living) spaces.

The freestanding coatrack has four legs (two are welded to the stand, two are easily attached with bolts) and hooks from top to bottom. This allows both adults and children to easily hang their coats on it. With the addition of a mirror and a small shelf to the wall coatracks, you can quickly check your hair or touch up your makeup before heading out the door, or leave your keys and accessories in a permanent place when you get home.

The "Coatrack by the Meter " system is a nod to the Shakers' wall coat racks, which they installed along the entire length of the wall. The coat hooks are available in various lengths that you can connect as you see fit, but they also make a beautiful accent on your wall when used individually. This lets you create playful lines on your wall—from left to right, even around a corner—and now also from top to bottom. That way, you can make your coat rack and your entryway even more fun and functional.

Looking for larger quantities or to use this product in a project? Ask for a free quotation here. On our download page, you can find 3d models, high-res images, and other product information.

Variations

The vertical version is available in 4 variations:

• A freestanding coatrack, 1.8 meters high
• A 50 cm wall coatrack, with metal shelf (10×20 cm)
• A 50 cm wall coatrack, with mirror (30×30 cm)
• A 1-meter wall coatrack

the Vij5
steps of
Coatrack
by the Meter

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For us, that doesn't just mean giving information about where something has been produced. Our chain starts much earlier: with the designer of the product!

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The Coatrack by the Meter was designed by Maarten Baptist. After the success of the horizontal version, Maarten decided it was time for a vertical, freestanding coatrack.

Based on the same principle, he developed a formal language in which cutouts can be lasered from the corner pieces of a metal tube, creating coat hooks organically, again with minimal waste. Soon, wall versions of the freestanding version were also created, as the cutout of the hook makes it easy to attach the coatrack to the wall.

Maarten Baptist

The Coatrack by the Meter has been a favorite among both homeowners and interior designers for years and can be found in homes, offices, stores, hotels, and more. We are therefore proud that this wall-mounted coat rack has been a successful part of the Vij5 collection since 2014. Starting in 2022, vertical versions of the coat rack will also be available. Ideal for those with limited space. But even if you have plenty of space, this version offers many possibilities. The vertical wall-mounted versions can be connected to the horizontal coat racks by using corner and connecting pieces. This way, you can create your own composition on the wall!

For the vertical variants of the Coatrack by the Meter, we were able to move quickly because we were clearly building on the horizontal variant. Because this product has been part of the Vij5 collection for some time, the production process was already fully developed. All that was needed for the vertical variant was a new design and new drawings. The coatrack was then manufactured by the same manufacturer and using the same production method. We made one prototype, were immediately enthusiastic about the result, and thus ready for production!

This locally produced item is made with a tube laser from a square metal tube, from which hooks are cut in a regular pattern. This method creates minimal residual waste in production. The cutouts are bent outward by hand, creating the coat hooks. The product is then powder coated.

The vertical versions of Coatrack by the Meter are currently only available in black Powder coating. For larger interior design projects, the coat rack can be custom-made to any size (up to 5.5 meters) and colour upon request.

In the material passport you can find where and by whom the different parts of this product are made.

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In need of larger quantities or considering it for a project?

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