Build a PVC Guitar Rack Budget-Friendly

PVC Guitar Stand DIY Project

Create an affordable guitar rack using PVC pipes!

Welcome to the ultimate step-by-step guide for crafting a cost-effective and easily assembled DIY guitar rack. With just PVC pipes, tees, and elbows, you can create a fantastic addition to your home or recording studio. This PVC project is ideal for both novice DIYers and experienced builders.

The width of this PVC guitar rack is 42 inches, accommodating 5 guitars, but feel free to customize it according to your requirements. For a polished look, we suggest applying your preferred plastic spray paint.

Ideal for: Guitars, bass guitars and electric guitars. 

Let’s start with this easy PVC project. Bring organization to your musical space! Let's get started!

Instructions

A note before starting - 

Please understand - the below diagrams are genuinely and carefully designed to help you navigate the build process. However, we don’t include specific recommendations for which tools, hardware, or products to use. These truly are “DIY” designs. 

As such – a significant portion of the build-process will be up to you, the builder. So please know, there is no “right” or “wrong” way to assemble any of our designs! If you need to depart from the instructions, or rearrange things along the way, feel free to. 

The only thing we ask: please be safe and use glasses and gloves while building. And of course, there’s no shame in asking an expert for help or seeking guidance from your local professionals at any time. 

And please: enjoy the process!

• 8 1" Tube - 6" Length PVC - Standard PVC
• 8 1" Tube - 3" Length PVC - Standard PVC
• 2 1" Tube - 15" Length PVC - Standard PVC
• 4 1" Tube - 5.5" Length PVC - Standard PVC
• 1 1" Tube - 5.4" Length PVC - Standard PVC
• 3 1" Tube - 42.08" Length PVC - Standard PVC
• 1 1" Tube - 9" Length PVC - Standard PVC
• 1 1" Tube - 8.98" Length PVC - Standard PVC
• 14 1" Tee Female Slip PVC PVC - Standard PVC
• 6 1" 90° Elbow Slip PVC PVC - Standard PVC
• 6 1" Cap Slip PVC PVC - Standard PVC

Start the construction process by referring to our parts list, which outlines the measurements for each pipe section required for this project. Although this phase may be somewhat time-consuming, believe me that the ultimate outcome will be well worth the effort.

Once you have accurately measured and cut all your pieces, take extra care to clean them carefully. 

For this stage you’ll need: 90-degree elbow, 3-inch pipe and a one-inch T, 6-inch tubes and caps.

Start the assembly process by reuniting the needed parts for the upper section of this project. This involves connecting a 90-degree elbow to a 3-inch pipe, which is then affixed to a one-inch T.

Next, adhere a 5.5-inch section to this same T and attach another 1-inch T to the opposite end of the tube. Repeat this process for the next section. While this part may seem repetitive, it will require minimal time to complete.

Essentially, the process involves connecting a 5.5-inch section to a T, followed by another 5.5-inch section to another T, and so forth, until all five 5.5-inch sections are attached to the six one-inch T's, as shown in the image above.

Once you've affixed the final T, simply add a 90-degree elbow to the last 3-inch section. This marks the structure of the initial phase of the upper section of our project.

Subsequently, prepare six 6-inch tubes, each with a one-inch cap attached to one end, repeating this process a total of six times.

With the capped tubes ready, bring the previously assembled structure to the table. Begin attaching each 6-inch tube with its cap to the corresponding T in the earlier assembly. Once the last piece is securely glued in place, the upper part of our project will be finished.

For this stage you’ll need: 3-inch tube,  90-degree elbows, 1-inch T and 42-inch tubes.

Now, let's bring our focus to the foundation of the guitar rack. Start by adhering a 3-inch tube to a 90-degree elbow and a 1-inch T. To this T, attach a 3-inch tube. Following this, connect a T to the 3-inch section, attaching a 7-inch pipe to this T. At the other end of the pipe, affix another one-inch T and glue a 3-inch pipe to it, followed by a 90-degree elbow. Repeat this process for the other part of the base. When both sections are completed, the result resembles the image above.

Next, concentrate on uniting these two assemblies. Achieve this by using two 42-inch tubes, gluing them onto the two intermediate T's of our bases. Once both ends of the 42-inch pipes are securely glued, the result will resemble the image above, signifying the completion of the base for our project.

Now, let's focus on the rear support, involving the attachment of a 10-inch section and a 15-inch section to a one-inch T. Repeat this process once more. Once both assemblies are complete, connect them with a 42-inch pipe glued to the intermediate T's of both structures. The resulting backrest should resemble the images above.

Let's now integrate the previously crafted components. Affix the upper section and backrest to the base, ensuring a snug fit and thorough adhesion for each element. With this step finished, our project should resemble the image above.

To complete the project, get your spray paint ready; it's time to add the final touches to our DIY PVC project. This stage is likely the most enjoyable! Ensure full coverage by painting every edge and end, leaving no inch untouched.

After all the gluing and painting is done, the result should resemble the image above. How was your experience with this project? Did you find it enjoyable?

I hope you did, just as I did. Feel free to tag us on your TikTok account—I'd love to see the colors you chose for your guitar set!

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