Do you like to ride a bike, but don't know where to put it? Do you have neither a garage nor a spacious hallway where the “iron horse” could be stored? Maybe you just leave him in a cramped hallway and constantly stumble while trying to get to the kitchen? Or is the bike chained to the battery in the entrance, and you can’t sleep, worrying about its possible loss? There are many questions, but the answer is one – it’s time to think about a wall mount for your bike.
There are three ways to mount a bicycle on a wall: 1. The frame is parallel to the wall. The bicycle is located near the wall, taking up quite a lot of space. It is advisable to hang it with the wheels down, so as not to strain yourself when turning the bike over for the next ride. A very convenient solution for storing two or more bicycles.
2. Frame perpendicular to the wall. Takes up less wall space, but more space in the room. The ideal place for vertical mounting would be a corner behind the refrigerator, front door, gas water heater, etc. With this method of fastening, the wheels should be located against the wall, and the frame should be parallel to it - this makes it easier to carry the bike along the wall and secure the front wheel to the hook.
3. Mounting under the ceiling on hooks or on a bracket. The most effective way to store a bike, especially in rooms with high ceilings. The bracket is a more attractive method, because... does not require special physical effort.
DIY bicycle repair rack
Timely repairs and replacement of failed elements will help prolong the operation of your two-wheeled friend. In order to lubricate bicycle parts, clean the chain and adjust the gear with minimal time, it is advisable to build a convenient rack, and you can do this with your own hands, without the need for professionals to drive the bicycle.
Wooden bicycle stand
Tired of struggling with repairing a bicycle that constantly falls to one side? So, it’s time for you to make a stand for repairing two-wheeled vehicles. We have collected the most popular options for arranging reliable accessories for bicycles for every taste with your own hands.
Metal stand for rear rim
Necessary materials
The option of arranging a metal stand for the rear rim is one of the most time-consuming. The triangular format of the product is taken as a basis, which is also suitable for solving the issue of reliable installation of a bicycle bike.
The do-it-yourself bicycle repair rack is divided into several functional components:
- triangular structure consisting of U-shaped components;
- fasteners securing the frame stays on top, or clamps attached to the bushing.
The simplest fastener is frame fastening; craftsmen also experiment with clamping onto the rim itself, but this method requires patience and skill. To avoid distractions while working, prepare the following tools and materials in advance:
- fittings;
- plates made of durable sheet metal;
- a machine that bends metal;
- machine for welding parts;
- spray paint;
- primer mixture;
- rubber plates.
Step-by-step guide to creating a triangle post
The first stage involves creating the most accurate drawing; this requires the following measurements:
- stop length;
- lateral ribs;
- “tails” onto which the plates are later fixed.
Your task is, armed with a bending machine, to make products based on the indicated measurements. The bend passing along the ribs is made larger, so that they are located at an angle to the very end. The “tails” are directed vertically, the parts must be the same.
Metal stand for rear wheel
What to do next?
- Weld the “tails” to each other. To ensure accurate and accurate welding, adjust the products one to the other.
- Place rubber bands on the plates and heat until they are fixed to the metal base. This simple method will prevent scratches on the frame when mounting your bike. Leave an empty area at the ends of the plates for subsequent metal welding.
- After the “tails” are welded, use a welding machine to fix 2 metal plates on each side; these are the holders.
- A do-it-yourself bicycle repair stand made of metal is not very attractive, so experts also recommend priming the product and then painting the stand with a can of spray paint in the color you like.
Making a wooden stand with your own hands
Wooden stand base
A wooden stand can be made by following the step-by-step tutorial provided above for the metal stand. But there is another option - a stand for repairing and tuning a bicycle with inclined beams secured in the form of a cross.
To arrange a wooden product, prepare boards, a wooden plate intended for beams, a saw and hacksaw for metal, a drill, fasteners, a grinding machine, and a varnish composition. Experts call the structural components of a wooden bicycle rack:
- stops - two parallel boards;
- crossbar - stops are fixed on it, which hold the entire structure;
- Beams placed at an angle in the shape of hockey sticks. In this case, it is important to maintain an angle between the short and long parts equal to 60 degrees.
Wooden stand details
Before processing the boards, the stand for bicycle repair is drawn by the master schematically on a sheet of paper, after which measurements are applied to the drawing. Focus on the length of the beam close to the length of the frame; the thrust part should be 1.5–2 times the diameter of the rim. The crossbars are arranged so that they protrude on the sides of the stops, securely fixing the product under the weight of the bicycle. The optimal pitch between stops and beams placed at an angle is slightly larger than the thickness of the wheels.
Step-by-step assembly of parts
The rack for repairing a bicycle with your own hands is assembled in stages:
- Cut the bars to the required size. To make the beams smooth, without sharp corners, process them with a jigsaw.
- Using a drill and self-tapping screws, attach the transverse components to the stops. It turns out that the cross is what the product is supported on.
- Fix the beams at an angle to the stops with the short ends on the outer sides.
- The stand is almost ready, now combine the parallel bars with transverse boards, this will allow the bike to be held firmly on the stand without the structure swaying. Try to place at least four cross pieces along the entire length of the beam, with one at the top end.
- Sand the product on a machine and cover it with an even layer of varnish.
The only caveat is that a wooden stand can only be used for storing a bicycle. Repair work will lead to the accumulation and sticking of dirt, which is extremely difficult to clean.
Wooden wheel stand
How to make a tripod stand
Structural details
If a metal and wooden stand for bicycle repair is beyond your capabilities, then you can build a tripod structure on three legs. The legs are replaced by strong fittings, and the role of a tripod is played by a metal pipe.
The equipment and tools you will need are a welding machine and a machine for bending parts. To make a pendant, experts recommend using 2 metal plates, a tool with a hook, a drill and a bolt.
Progress
Follow the step-by-step instructions for making a tripod product, and you will have a simple and at the same time durable bicycle stand:
- Based on the dimensions, cut 3 identical rods from the reinforcement.
- Bend the “tails” on both sides – vertically for fastening with a tripod, the stops – horizontally. If the legs are cut correctly, the product stands level, then it is not necessary to make stops.
- Attach the tails of the legs to the tripod.
- Bend the plate using a special machine, following a semicircle, leaving the edges free. The semicircles are processed so that they correspond to the size of the column.
- Armed with a drill, build recesses along the edges of the plates that fit the size of the bolt and hook.
- Holding the plates against the surface of the tripod, tighten the bolt on one side as tightly as possible. If the fastener falls off, reinforce it with a rubber gasket.
- Place a hook on the remaining side to secure the bike.
How to test a product for strength? Place your bike on the floor structure. The rack should be completed if:
- she is unsteady;
- the weight of the bike causes the fasteners to fall off.
If you want to give your bike stand a finished look, apply paint to the surface.
Options for storing a bicycle in an apartment
The first option that comes to mind is to leave the bike in a common area in the corridor, unless, of course, it is closed with an additional door. However, often there are already boxes and chests in which other things are stored. In addition, often grumpy neighbors may simply not allow you to do this.
The second option where you could store your bike is a balcony or loggia. However, temperature changes and high humidity in the case of an open balcony will negatively affect the condition of your “iron horse”. In addition, in the current layout, after a ride you will have to drag the bike to the balcony across the entire room, which is also not very convenient.
Figure 1. Storing a bicycle on the balcony
The third option is to use an unused niche that is formed right next to the front door. However, this will require a special hook with which the bike can be hung vertically on the wall.
The fourth option, if you have a storage room in your apartment, then of course it is best to place your vehicle in it. However, as often happens, there is very little space in the closet, and therefore the best solution would be to mount the bike vertically on the wall or even hang it from the ceiling.
So, we got to all kinds of devices for hanging a bike on the wall. These are mainly cabinets, bike hooks, racks and shelves. It should be noted that if there is not enough space in the apartment, bicycles are hung on the walls in almost all rooms. As we have already noted, these are hallways and storage rooms, as well as bedrooms, other rooms and even in the toilet.
Figure 2. How to hang a bicycle on the wall in the bedroom
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How to make a bicycle stand with your own hands
6 minutes Author: Mikhail Skvortsov 344
A bicycle rack is a wonderful thing for repairing a two-wheeled horse and storing it. Sooner or later, periodic maintenance of the bike may become boring due to its inconvenience. Meanwhile, without proper attention, the bike will gradually become unusable. How to be? This is where a bicycle stand comes to the rescue - a special device that fixes the bike in a comfortable position and allows you to leisurely clean, repair and store it indoors.
The market generously provides customers with a wide selection of bike rack models of various designs. A simple option is to buy this device. “Is it possible to make it yourself?” - the persistent amateur will ask. Quite. Now we will analyze in detail what and how to do.
Metal rack for the rear wheel - cook quickly
A triangular stand for the rear wheel is a classic version of bicycle racks. Sometimes even this simple device is enough to once and for all solve the problem of how to securely place a bike.
The design consists of U-shaped parts paired in a triangle, clamps for the upper stays of the frame or clamps for the bushing. Let's look at how to make a stand with frame fastening. This is much easier than inventing a clamp for the wheel itself.
To work you will need:
- fittings;
- metal plates;
- bending machine;
- welding machine;
- spray paint + primer;
- rubber plates.
At the first stage, a drawing is drawn up with dimensions: mark the lengths of the stop (the thrust part of the U-shaped part), side ribs and “tails” - the plates will subsequently be attached to them.
Using a bending machine, make products according to dimensions. The bend of the ribs must be made more so that they are at an angle to the stop. The “tails” look strictly vertical. We make sure that both parts are identical.
Next, they are welded together along the tails. Before welding, carefully adjust the products (it is clear that they will not be absolutely perfect, but you need to try).
We take metal plates and prepared rubber pads. Place the rubber bands on the plates and then heat them until they stick to the metal. This is necessary so that the frame does not scratch on the metal plates when installing the bicycle. We leave some “bare” metal at the edge of the plates for welding.
Weld two metal plates - holders - onto the sides of the welded tails. The product should look like this:
Just looking at the picture it is noticeable that the stand does not look very nice. To fix this, prime and carefully paint the product with a can of paint. That's it, the stand is ready.
How to make a wooden bike stand
A wooden stand can be made according to the same principle as the previous metal stand. But now we will consider a more complex option - with inclined beams on the cross.
Tools and materials:
- boards;
- wooden plate (for beams);
- saw, hacksaw, jigsaw;
- drill;
- self-tapping screws;
- grinding machine;
- varnish
Structural elements of a bicycle stand:
- stops - two parallel boards;
- crossbar - stops are attached to it, the entire structure rests on them;
- inclined beams in the shape of hockey sticks (the acute angle between the short and long parts is 60 degrees).
Before “cutting out” the boards, the stand must be drawn on paper indicating the dimensions. On average, the length of the beam will be approximately equal to the length of the frame, and the thrust part will be 1.5 - 2 times the diameter of the wheel. The cross members protrude on the sides of the stops so that the stand does not then become loose under the weight of the bike. The distances between the stops and inclined beams are slightly greater than the thickness of the wheels.
Let's start assembling:
- Cut the boards to the required size. Use a jigsaw to cut out the beams and smooth out the corners.
- Using self-tapping screws and a drill, connect the stops and cross members. The result is a cross - the basis of the stand.
- Sequentially fasten the inclined beams to the stops with their short ends on the outer sides.
- The rack is almost ready, all that remains is to “tie” the parallel beams with small transverse boards so that the bike can stay in the rack. There are 3 - 4 pieces for the entire length of the beam, one of them must be at the upper end.
- Sand the product and varnish it.
The wooden structure can be used for both storage and repair. True, in the second case, dirt can eat into the wood and spoil the appearance.
Making a tripod stand in the garage
Let's move on to the last type of stand that you can make yourself - a tripod design.
We use a regular metal pipe as a tripod and fittings for the legs. A welding machine and a bending machine are required, as in the case of making a triangular stand. For hanging you will need two metal plates, a drill, a bolt and a hook.
Work progress: 1. Cut three identical reinforcing bars.
2. Bend on both sides: the tails are strictly vertical for welding to the tripod, the stops are horizontal. It is not necessary to make stops if the legs were made exactly the same length - the structure will stand up straight anyway.
3. Weld the legs to the tripod using tails.
4. Bend the plates in a semicircle. Leave the edges. The semicircles must completely fit the size of the post.
5. Use a drill to make holes in the edges of the plates for the bolt and hook.
6. Place the plates against the tripod and tighten them with a bolt on one side until they stop. If the fastener does not hold and falls off, insert rubber gaskets between it and the post.
7. Hang the hook under the bike on the other side of the mount.
The floor tripod stand is ready. We check it in action - the fasteners should not fall off under the weight of the bike. Otherwise, it needs to be tightened or a new one made. The design can be painted upon request.
Conclusion
Homemade structures will not be as light and mobile as purchased ones, but they will be suitable for use in one place. It’s not difficult to make a bicycle rack with your own hands, but you save a good amount of money on its purchase, and repairing and storing a two-wheeled horse will become much more convenient.
Making a tripod stand in the garage
Let's move on to the last type of stand that you can make yourself - a tripod design.
We use a regular metal pipe as a tripod and fittings for the legs. A welding machine and a bending machine are required, as in the case of making a triangular stand. For hanging you will need two metal plates, a drill, a bolt and a hook.
Work progress: 1. Cut three identical reinforcing bars.
2. Bend on both sides: the tails are strictly vertical for welding to the tripod, the stops are horizontal. It is not necessary to make stops if the legs were made exactly the same length - the structure will stand up straight anyway.
3. Weld the legs to the tripod using tails.
4. Bend the plates in a semicircle. Leave the edges. The semicircles must completely fit the size of the post.
5. Use a drill to make holes in the edges of the plates for the bolt and hook.
6. Place the plates against the tripod and tighten them with a bolt on one side until they stop. If the fastener does not hold and falls off, insert rubber gaskets between it and the post.
7. Hang the hook under the bike on the other side of the mount.
The floor tripod stand is ready. We check it in action - the fasteners should not fall off under the weight of the bike. Otherwise, it needs to be tightened or a new one made. The design can be painted upon request.
Hands are not for boredom or crafts made from plastic pipes.
Today I want to share useful ideas for creative crafts made from plastic pipes.
With skill and a rich imagination, interesting and useful things can be made from any available materials, including plastic pipes. Plastic pipes of different diameters are sold in any hardware store at quite affordable prices. They are used in the installation of water supply, sewerage, heating, irrigation systems, and after construction or repair, unnecessary trimmings often clog the site, while they can serve as an excellent material for creative crafts.
For creative work, PVC pipes are often used, which are quite rigid and can be easily connected with special nozzles and “adapters,” allowing the creation of collapsible structures.
Plastic pipes can be used to make not only convenient household items, but also pieces of furniture. In order for such a homemade product to last a long time and be reliable in operation, care must be taken to properly connect the individual sections. Since the connection of polypropylene pipes has already been said, we will consider the connection of only PVC pipes.
PVC plastic pipes can be connected in the following ways:
- into a socket with a rubber seal;
- using an adhesive composition;
- bolts, drilling holes.
Original and functional little things for interior decoration
My review of interesting ideas opens with the simplest products made from plastic pipes, which even novice DIYers can make. In addition, such crafts will require a minimal amount of material, and in some cases even the shortest scraps can be used.
