This hand forged coat rack is a beautiful piece! The rack itself is hand split, textured, drawn out, and the ends curled to perfection. I used Iris Blue Gilders Paste . I brushed it on, then wiped the surface, leaving the blue in the textured areas only. I finished it with a nice clear coat. The hooks are sturdy ending in broad scrolls. This piece is drilled at 16in on center. It will last you a lifetime and be passed to another generation.