Wall Mount Tool Rack Buying Guide: 6" vs. 12" vs. 20" — Which Size Do You Need?
If you're shopping for a wall mounted tool rack and not sure which size to buy, you're not alone. The 6", 12", and 20" options look nearly identical online — so what's actually different, and which one is right for your garage, shop, or facility?
Here's everything you need to know.
They're All the Same Rack — Except for One Thing
All three Advantage tool rack sizes are built from the same 16-gauge welded steel with the same powder-coated finish and the same mounting hardware. They have the same weight capacity — tested in-house to hold over 210 lbs with no sign of bending or failure.
The only difference is prong length. That determines two things: how far your tools extend from the wall, and how many tools each rack holds at once.
The 6" Tool Rack
The 6" rack keeps tools close to the wall — ideal for tight spaces where you need storage without eating into the room. Great for narrow garages, utility closets, and anywhere wall clearance is limited.
The tradeoff is capacity. Shorter prongs mean fewer tools per rack, so if you're storing a large collection, you'll want to mount several in a row or step up to a longer size.
Best for: tight spaces, utility closets, narrow garages, supplemental storage alongside larger racks.
The 12" Tool Rack
The 12" is our most popular size — and for good reason. It hits the sweet spot between reach and capacity, holding a solid mix of long-handled tools without pushing them too far from the wall.
It works equally well in residential garages, professional workshops, school maintenance rooms, and commercial facilities. If you're not sure which size to buy, this is the one.
Best for: home garages, workshops, schools, most commercial applications — the all-around choice.
The 20" Tool Rack
The 20" rack extends tools furthest from the wall and holds the most items per rack. It's built for busy, high-volume environments where you need maximum capacity and easy grab-and-go access — tools are fully extended and clearly visible.
The longer prong also makes it easier to hang bulkier items like coiled hoses, extension cords, and larger garden tools without crowding.
Best for: busy workshops, commercial facilities, maintenance departments, landscaping companies, parks and recreation.
What Tools Fit on a Double Prong Rack?
The 1-1/2" spacing between prongs accommodates virtually any long-handled tool — shovels, rakes, brooms, mops, axes, hoes, pitchforks, push brooms, leaf blowers, extension cords, hoses, and more. If it has a handle or shaft, it fits.
How Many Do You Need?
A single rack holds several tools depending on handle thickness. For a fully organized garage or shop, most customers mount 2-3 racks side by side — mixing sizes based on what they're storing. The complete set includes all three sizes and is the best value if you want maximum flexibility.
Built in Michigan, Priced Direct
Every Advantage tool rack is manufactured in Grand Rapids, Michigan — no imports, no middleman. Mounting hardware is included and installation takes minutes with basic tools. Free shipping on orders over $100.
Pair with our Log Claws for a complete fireside organization setup — bundle both and hit the free shipping threshold easily.
Browse all sizes on our wall mount tool rack page. Questions about which size is right for your space? Contact us — we're happy to help.