But even the owners of a small apartment can find a place to store their two-wheeled friend. Hooks and brackets will help provide storage space; you can make a horizontal and vertical mount for a bicycle on the wall with your own hands using the wheel or frame. Interesting proposals, ideas, and ways to implement them are collected in this article.
Brackets, horizontal and vertical fastenings, photos
Storing a bike at home is a challenge, especially when there are several of them. How to hang a bike? Bike racks can save the day. Hanging a bike is a great idea in small, cluttered apartments. Placed on the floor, it blocks passages, makes it difficult to move around the apartment, pollutes the floor, and leaves marks on the white walls. A practical solution that allows you to avoid many troubles is bicycle hangers.
This is the least complicated way to store a bicycle in an apartment. Usually the bike mount bracket is installed on the wall, but sometimes they are installed on the ceiling and on the door. Thanks to the fasteners, you can hang your cycling equipment next to the wall without taking up much space.
There are several types of hooks for mounting a bicycle:
- by the wheel to the wall;
- by the wheel to the ceiling;
- behind the frame to the wall;
- behind the frame to the ceiling;
- to door.
Even clean wheels can stain and scratch the wall, so it is worth painting these areas with a darker paint or choosing a surface that is resistant to damage. Look at what models experts recommend, check whether the apartment matches them.
Wheel mount on wall
A popular option that saves floor space. It is enough to install the holder by the front wheel on the wall. Fasteners require the use of force when hanging or removing a bicycle, especially if it is not an ultra-light equipment.
The device is suitable if you plan to place a two-wheeled horse in the corner of the room. Hanging can be done using hooks placed on the wall.
The second option is a combined mount for storing a bicycle on the wall, including:
- hooks;
- wheel stands.
If you need a solution that performs a fastening function and is attractive in appearance, you should look for colorful designer brackets that decorate your apartment. You can even hang your bike above your bed or sofa.
A more practical option is to hang it in the hallway, closer to the exit, protecting the wall, for example, with washable wallpaper.
Brackets for hanging on the frame
- A simple, cheap way - 2 hooks of appropriate length and strength. You need to install the hooks at a distance from the wall so that the pedals do not scratch the wallpaper or paint. Before screwing in the hooks, you need to make sure that the selected wall has the appropriate load-bearing capacity.
- Hangers with frame. The advantage of hangers is the ability to fold them after removing the bike, saving space. What is important is the shoulder or length, which needs to be adapted to the bike. Hangers often have adjustable spacing, making them more versatile.
Folding hangers save space. Their quality is important; the hinges must be strong so that they do not break during intensive use.
Ceiling mount
If the walls are already occupied, there is no hallway, a free floor is a luxury, it’s worth fixing the bike buddy to the ceiling. In practice, this is a hook; the front wheel or 2 hooks are hung on it, from which 2 cables protrude, ending in two smaller hooks.
There are 2 hanging options:
- horizontally behind the wheel, frame, seat, steering wheel;
- vertically behind the wheel.
The first option includes suspension for:
- frame;
- saddle;
- front wheel.
Then it will hang vertically to the ceiling, which works in apartments with high ceilings or when you need to hang it on a small piece of furniture - a shoe closet in the hallway, a door.
It is possible to place the bike horizontally to the ceiling, but we need to think about whether we want to place it there after every ride, this could be problematic.
Equipment is hung on cables and hooks by the front wheel or saddle. There are systems that are pulled up to the ceiling using a cable, completely freeing up the space below. Before purchasing, you need to check whether the cables are long enough. The bicycle should not hang too high; sometimes it is enough to hang it above the level of the furniture.
The ceiling, like the wall, must be covered with paint that is resistant to dirt and damage.
Types of fastening elements
To fix the bicycle in a given position, various types of fasteners can be used. Their design is significantly different, allowing the bicycle to be positioned in different positions relative to the wall. We invite you to get acquainted with their features to make it easier for you to choose the appropriate option.
For each storage method, a suitable fastening element must be selected
Hooks and brackets
Hooks are most common. They have an affordable price and simple design. To install the mount, just screw it to the wall using hardware of a suitable size. Hooks can be metal or plastic. The first option is preferable.
The delivery set includes everything necessary for installation. The design of the brackets may vary. Products highlighted:
Smallest holder
An apartment decorated in a minimalist style will not be decorated with too large objects or hooks. There is a compact solution - the smallest screw holder takes only a few centimeters. The fastener is U-shaped, made of durable material, available in many colors.
The holder looks interesting, modern, you can choose an option for different dimensions - it works for several wheel sizes. The device is wonderful, simple - one small bracket is enough to attach the bike vertically. You just need to “shove” the front wheel into the mount, and the bike stands against the wall. The holder can also be fixed to the floor.
Required tools and materials
A stylish and modern, easy-to-use bracket for wall mounting a bicycle can decorate even a city apartment, and will also become an indispensable structure for storing a two-wheeled vehicle.
The cost of bicycle brackets varies from three hundred rubles to several thousand
There are several modifications of such designs, including ready-made devices. However, the easiest way is to make a wooden holder yourself, for which you will need to prepare the following set of materials:
- plywood sheet 20–25 mm thick and dimensions 100 x 100 cm;
- plywood sheet 5 mm thick;
- a pair of bolts with washers with a diameter of 10 x 80 mm;
- hacksaw and jigsaw;
- wood adhesive;
- wood stain and varnish.
For cutting and assembly, you will need to purchase a hand saw and a tool for cutting grooves, a drill with drills, a sander or sandpaper, a wrench, clamps and a set of screwdrivers, as well as a marker, a construction tape measure and a ruler.
Racks or stands
Stands or racks are an interesting, non-standard solution. The service stand allows you to hide your bike in a hard-to-reach place.
This option is suitable for people who independently care about repairing their own two wheels. The device allows you to comfortably repair breakdowns. The stand is ideal for service work:
- adjustment;
- wheel alignment.
You can pedal freely on the rack, so it’s easy to adjust the rear, front derailleur, and set the brake.
The rack hooks should be covered with rubber protectors, this will eliminate the risk of scratching the frame.
The stand can have adjustable height and tilt angle. The adjustable height of up to 145 cm and the 360-degree installation range of the frame make it an indispensable tool for repairs and adjustments.
Rules for hanging a bicycle
Before you decide to purchase or mount the brackets yourself, read the mounting rules.
- The height of the room is important. In apartments with high ceilings, you can hang a two-wheeled horse from the ceiling; in rooms with low ceilings, wall mounts for storing bicycles will be useful.
- You need to choose a place that provides easy access to a bicycle. It weighs a lot, it will take effort to remove it from the hook, you may need a stand. Rarely used bicycles (for example, for racing) are suspended at high heights.
- Look for brackets that have protection for hooks and protruding parts to protect the equipment from damage. If the selected model is without protection, you need to buy it or make it yourself.
- In small apartments where there is not enough wall space, you might consider a bracket that goes up to the ceiling. You need to choose a place so that sand and dirt falling from wheels and wings do not contaminate the furniture. Height is important to prevent family members from touching the tires with their heads.
- The load capacity of the hanger must match the weight of the bike. Pay special attention to the correct screwing of hooks and pins.
Attention! You should not hang your bike on the balcony. In our climate, a bicycle left outdoors will quickly deteriorate. Humidity and low temperatures can cause corrosion. If it is not possible to hang it in the apartment, you can do it in the basement or garage.
Convenient place in the closet
This is a suitable solution for families in which more than one person uses bicycles. It is worth considering installing a small built-in wardrobe in the hallway. You can hide your cycling equipment in a closet. Bicycles are placed in several ways:
- vertical;
- on hooks;
- on hangers mounted on the walls.
Thanks to this, they take up less space; you can put several pieces side by side. This solution is quite complex, but provides better conditions - the walls do not get dirty, placement is quick and easy.
In the economical, less advanced version, it is enough to install the mount on the door in the apartment. You can use an existing niche - under the stairs, in the hallway, or create an additional “wall” from a wardrobe. Sliding doors are easy to install and we can adapt their size and color to your interior. This is a fun way to use a little free space that we didn't know about until now. Bicycles are hung vertically, just like in built-in cabinets. You don't need a lot of space to safely store your equipment.
Special mounts for bicycles on the wall
Cabinets
Cabinets for storing bicycles are most often installed only in those apartments where there is enough space. A wide corridor will allow you to build yourself or order a cabinet that will store not only the bicycle itself, but a helmet, protection and other elements and devices for active recreation. This is the most beautiful and functional option. However, many people cannot afford it.
Figure 3. Hallway cabinet for storing a bicycle
Figure 4. Hallway cabinet for storing a bicycle
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