Modern Peg Rail & Shelf DIY

Peg rails are small and convenient items to have in your home. They are useful for hanging various items such as hats, jackets, towels, and anything else that can be hung or draped on a peg.

Materials needed: – 1″ x 3″ piece of lumber* according to your desired length / 1″ x 3″ x 2′ priced at $3 – 1″ x 4″ piece of lumber* according to your desired length / 1″ x 4″ x 2′ priced at $4 – dowel rod according to your desired diameter* priced at $2.50 – circular pieces of wood or wood plugs slightly larger than the dowel diameter— purchase one for each peg at $1 each – Kreg screws for connecting the rail to the shelf— a pack costs $4, but you will only need a few – screws for mounting the rail— I only used two screws from a pack that costs $1.50 – drywall anchors if you are not drilling into a stud— a pack costs $2 – button plugs (size depends on your countersink bit)— a pack costs $2.50 – 180 grit sandpaper (not shown) priced at $3 – stain, primer, and paint as desired— the total cost should not exceed $8 – wood glue priced at $4.

If you do not already have any of these materials, the total cost will be $35. However, if you only purchase the wood and mounting screws, the DIY cost will be $13.

In order to complete the project, you will need the following tools: a power drill, a Kreg Jig for connecting the rail to the shelf, a hole saw, Forstner bit, regular drill, or spade bit that matches the size of your dowel rod, a regular drill bit for the mounting screws, a countersink drill bit (which is not shown), clamps, a hammer, a ruler or a t-square, and a pencil.

For our lumber selection, we opted for poplar pieces measuring 24 inches in length. It is not advisable to purchase softwood for this particular project as it may result in loose pegs in the future. We specifically selected poplar because it has a higher density compared to the less expensive whitewoods typically found at Lowes or Home Depot. Although poplar usually does not stain nicely, unless you come across a piece without yellowy grain throughout, it does accept paint very well.

When selecting a dowel and cap, we opted for a 5/8″ diameter dowel which we attached to a 1″ wood circle. However, this size may not be suitable for a variety of mugs as it is not narrow enough. Before choosing the diameter of your dowel and wood circle, consider what you will be hanging on the pegs. It is possible that your pegs may need to be narrower than the ones we used.

To start this project, cut the rail and shelf lumber to your preferred size. If you don’t have a saw at home, the lumber yard will be glad to assist you with this task. The boards we utilized were cut to a length of 23 inches.

Firstly, indicate the locations at which you desire your pegs to be placed. We initiated the placement of the outermost pegs at a distance of 2.5 inches from the edge of the rail.

Step Two: Make holes at the designated locations. In case you only have access to a spade bit for this project, you may use it. If the spade bit does not create neat incisions, you can rectify the damaged areas by applying wood filler. Although not a major issue, it would be preferable to utilize a Forstner bit or self-feeding hole saw for this task.

Step Three: Utilize 180 grit sandpaper to sand the entirety of the rail.

In the fourth step, utilize a Kreg Jig and a clamp to create several pocket holes in the area where the rail will be attached to the shelf. Ensure that this is done on the less desirable side of the wood, if applicable. For a 23″ rail, it is possible to create four pilot holes.

Step five involves joining the shelf and rail by clamping them together and securing them with Kreg screws through the pocket holes established in step four.

In step six, you will first need to cut all of your dowels to the same length. After that, you should proceed to sand them down. One option is to cut them to a length of 2.75″, but keep in mind that your preferred measurement may vary. If you don’t have access to a saw, you can ask the lumber yard to make a few cuts for you.

In step seven, proceed to apply wood glue inside the holes where the pegs are inserted.

Step Eight:
The pegs should fit tightly into the holes, so you will probably need to use a hammer to tap the pegs into place. Make sure the pegs don’t go through the back of the rail, and be sure they are all the same length from the rail before letting the glue dry.

Step Nine: After you have made sure all of the pegs are the same length from the rail, wipe away the excess glue on the backside of the rail.

In step ten, you need to put wood glue on the end of the pegs and then attach the wooden discs by applying some pressure. Remember to remove any excess glue that comes out before it dries.

At this stage, the rail is prepared for staining or painting.

In step eleven, you should create pilot holes for the rail’s mounting location and use a countersink drill bit to make room for the button plugs. Verify the plugs’ suitability before proceeding.

Step Twelve: Ensure that the shelf is level and screw it securely onto the wall. If there are no studs present, you will need to make use of drywall anchors. However, it is important to ensure that the combined weight capacity of the anchors meets the requirements specified on the packaging to support the approximate weight intended for the shelf.

Step Thirteen:
Cover the screws with button plugs. If your countersink bit was the same size as the plugs, then the fit should be tight enough to make glue unnecessary.

If you plan on styling your shelf with plain canisters, mugs, or utensils, it would be really fun to paint the peg caps with bright colors or even a dramatic black. We love that this project can be completely customizable to fit the needs of your space.

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