Luggage Racks

How to choose a luggage rack

Luggage racks are simple, but a few details matter. Start with weight capacity. Most folding racks hold 50–100 lbs, which covers a full checked bag. Look for straps across the top, which keep a bag from sliding off and hold the rack's shape when the suitcase is open.

Next, check the size of the top. A standard rack is about 24–26 inches wide, enough for most medium and large suitcases. If you or your guests travel with oversized bags, measure your largest suitcase first.

Material affects both style and durability. Wood frames feel at home in a guest room or bedroom. Metal frames are lighter and slimmer when folded. Either way, a rack that folds flat can slide behind a door or into a closet between visits.

Luggage racks are also handy outside the guest room. Use one at the foot of a bed as a spare surface, in a closet for laundry baskets, or in a dorm room or vacation rental.