Hanging Ideas for Copper Cookware

Old Gates

• Old gates are the right size and shape for a do-it-yourself hanging rack. It doesn't matter if the gate is missing a few slats or has a little damage, because that adds to its shabby chic look. If you prefer a cleaner look, sand down the gate to remove any rust spots and cover it with a fresh coat of paint. Install the gate onto the ceiling, using brackets that firmly anchor it into the ceiling. S-hooks have a curved shape that slips over the gate and leaves the bottom of the hook hanging down. Use the bottom of the hook to display your copper cookware.

Repurpose Doors or Windows

• Wood doors and windows that are missing glass panes make an unusual hanging display for your cookware. Remove the existing glass panes before hanging the piece. Doors are best suited for larger kitchens because they take up so much space. For smaller kitchens or, if you have only a few pots and pans, use a window. Use screw-in hooks that have a hook on the bottom and a screw on the top. Screw the hooks into the door or window and then hang it from the ceiling. Hang the copper cookware from the hooks.

Cookware Organizers

• Store-bought or commercial cookware organizers contain brackets that screw directly into the ceiling for ample support. The more expensive models contain sliding brackets that let you adjust the height of the hanging rack. The racks often have a circular or rectangular shape, with hooks placed around the edges for hanging the cookware. Opt for a wood rack or a rack with glass elements for copper cookware, as other shades contrast with the copper coloring.

Hidden Options

• If you prefer to hide your cookware in the cabinets, then opt for storage racks installed behind the doors of the cabinets. Even a towel bar serves as a pot rack, when used with S-hooks. The racks look like a small piece of wood or metal that screws into the cabinet door. When the S-hooks are added to the rack, it gives you ample storage for the copper pots.