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Additional Information
Specs
Overall Width: 12 inches
Material: 16-gauge American steel
In-House Tested Load Capacity: 210+ lbs
Design: Double-prong (holds tools by the handle)
Tool Capacity: 4 long-handled tools
Mounting: Wall mount — hardware included
Finish: Powder-coated for indoor and covered outdoor use
Color Options: Standard black (other colors available on request)
Assembly: Minimal — mount to wall with included hardware
Country of Origin: Made in Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
Brand: Advantage Outdoor Products
Why the 12” Double Prong Tool Rack?
This is the one most people end up with. The 12" Heavy Duty Wall Mount Tool Rack is the default choice for standard garages, home workshops, and the basement or shed of anyone who owns a few tools and wants them off the floor. At 12 inches wide, it holds four long-handled tools across — a rake, a shovel, a broom, and a pitchfork — in about the same wall space most garages have between a workbench and a door.
Same 16-gauge American steel as the rest of the lineup. Same double-prong design that grabs a tool by the handle and doesn't drop it when it gets bumped. In-house tested to over 210 pounds — a number most tool rack brands don't publish because their stamped-metal products wouldn't survive the test. The double-prong design means you're not threading a hook through a loop or balancing a broom on a peg — you're clamping the handle between two real prongs cut from real steel.
The 12" is the size that makes the most sense for the most people. If you've never owned a wall mount tool rack before, this is the one to start with. Hang four tools, see how much space it gives you back, and decide if you want to add a 6" for the small corner or a 20" for the bigger wall.
Also called a garage tool organizer, a wall-mount rake rack, a long-handle tool holder, or just a shovel rack — the 12" Heavy Duty Wall Mount Tool Rack does all of it in one piece of American-made steel.
Product Features
Heavy-duty 16-gauge steel — built to hold real tools, not decorative ones
In-house tested to 210+ lbs — a precision weight rating most tool racks don't publish
Double-prong design — grips the handle, won't drop the tool when it gets bumped
12-inch standard size — the most popular size for residential garages and workshops
Holds 4 long-handled tools — shovels, rakes, brooms, pitchforks, hoes, lawn edgers
Powder-coated finish — resists rust in garages, sheds, and covered outdoor storage
Hardware included — mount it and use it the same day
Wall-mount design — keeps tools off the floor and out of the way
Made in the USA — fabricated in Grand Rapids, Michigan from American steel
Compare Tool Rack Sizes
| Feature | 6" Compact | 12" Standard | 20" Heavy-Duty | Complete Set |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 6" | 12" | 20" | 6" + 12" + 20" |
| Tool Capacity | 2 long-handled tools | 4 long-handled tools | 6+ long-handled tools | 12+ long-handled tools |
| Best For | Tight spaces, sheds, corners | Standard garages, workshops | Commercial, facility, max capacity | Full garage or shop outfit |
| Steel | 16-gauge | 16-gauge | 16-gauge | 16-gauge (all three) |
| In-House Tested Load | 210+ lbs | 210+ lbs | 210+ lbs | 210+ lbs (each) |
| Free Shipping | — | — | — | Yes |
Who It's For
The 12" Tool Rack is the default for anyone who owns a handful of tools and wants them organized:
Standard residential garages — the size most buyers need for most walls
Home workshops — woodworking, hobbyist, weekend project spaces
Tool sheds — bigger than the 6" but still fits in most shed walls
Basement storage — the spot where the tools live in winter
Landscapers starting out — first rack in a small truck or trailer setup
Hobbyists — gardeners, woodworkers, tinkerers, weekend mechanics
Rental property owners — outfitting garages and sheds for tenants
Farms and hobby farms — barn walls, tack rooms, equipment sheds
Small workshops and maker spaces — the right size for the shared wall
Why Advantage Outdoor Products
Made in the USA — American steel, American labor, manufactured in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Family-owned & operated — real people, direct support, no call centers
Precision-tested — every Tool Rack size in-house tested to 210+ lbs before it ships
Small-batch manufacturing — quality controlled, not mass-produced
Hardware included — no extra trips to the hardware store
Volume discounts available — bulk pricing for facility managers, landscapers, and commercial orders
Direct from the manufacturer — no distributor markup, no middleman
Frequently Asked Questions
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The 12" Heavy Duty Wall Mount Tool Rack is in-house tested to over 210 pounds — more than enough for any combination of four long-handled tools. The 16-gauge steel and double-prong design don't flex under load, so you can hang heavy equipment without worrying about bending or drooping.
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The 12" size holds four long-handled tools — a typical setup is a shovel, a rake, a broom, and a pitchfork. If you need less space, the 6" holds two tools. If you need more, the 20" holds six or more, and the Complete Set covers an entire garage wall.
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The double-prong design fits any long-handled tool — shovels, rakes, brooms, pitchforks, hoes, push brooms, lawn edgers, snow shovels, squeegees, and mops. If the handle fits between the two prongs, the rack holds it.
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The 12" is the most popular size in the Tool Rack lineup. It hits the sweet spot for residential garages, home workshops, and standard tool storage — big enough to hold a real set of tools, small enough to fit most walls. If you're buying your first Tool Rack, start here.
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The powder-coated finish is built for garages, sheds, workshops, and covered outdoor storage. For fully exposed outdoor use, the powder coat holds up well but any steel product in constant weather will eventually show wear. Covered or indoor use is ideal.
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Yes. The 12" is commonly used in home garages, but the 16-gauge steel and 210+ lb in-house tested load capacity are commercial-grade specs. For heavier commercial use or facility installations, the 20" is built for larger tool collections and higher daily use.
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Yes — contact us directly at sales@advantageoutdoorproducts.com for bulk pricing on orders of 6 or more. We work with facility managers, landscapers, parks departments, schools, and commercial buyers regularly.
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Yes. All Advantage Outdoor Products Tool Racks use the same 16-gauge American steel and double-prong construction, in-house tested to 210+ lbs. The "heavy duty" rating isn't about size — it's about the steel and the build.
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Pegboards and hooks dangle tools by their tip or loop, which means anything that gets bumped falls off. The double-prong design clamps the handle between two prongs, so the tool stays where you put it. Shovels, rakes, and brooms need the prong design, not a hook.
Further Reading: Best Wall Mount Tool Storage for Shops and Garages →
