Organize Anything with Pegboards: 10 Ideas and Tips

Pegboard can be found in numerous forms such as panels, hooks, and various accessories, proving its widespread presence.

How to Mount Pegboard Walls

Create pegboard walls by running 1×3 strips horizontally at the top and bottom of the panel and every 16 in. or 24 in. between. Use 1/4-in. pegboard and attach it to the strips with washer-head screws. The strips will also allow you to mount

screw-on hooks
to the wall for heavy items like bikes and wheelbarrows.

Pegboard Specs

All pegboard has holes with 1-in. spacing, but there are two thicknesses and two hole sizes available.

Small hole pegboard is usually 1/8-in.-thick hardboard with 3/16-in.-dia. holes. The holes will accommodate only the smaller 1/8-in. pegs. This thickness is good for small projects and for hanging lighter weight stuff. But for heavy tools — and longevity — go with the thicker board.
Large hole pegboard is usually 1/4-in.-thick hardboard with 1/4-in.-dia. holes that will accept 1/8-in. and 1/4-in. hooks. This is the type you need for workshops, garages and other heavy-use areas. Some pegboard shelves come with a melamine coating on one side.

Lock In the Pegboard Hooks

The No. 1 complaint about pegboard? Pegboard hooks falling out when you remove a tool. The solution? Lock pegboard hooks in place.

Zip ties
are an inexpensive, surefire way to go—but you need to have access to the back of your pegboard (or plan ahead and install the pegs and zip ties before you mount the board). Pegboard hooks have small barbs that lock into holes on both sides of the hook to keep them in place. Another approach is to add a dab of hot-melt glue to the lower leg before slipping the peg into the hole. The glue will hold well enough to keep the hook in place, but it will be removable later with a light tug.

Pegboard needs about 1/2 in. of ‘standoff’ space behind it so the hooks can be inserted. Plastic and metal pegboard panels have this space built in, created by the L-shape flanges at the edges. But you can also create this standoff space in several ways:

Install screw-in standoffs with spacers. The store-bought versions often have short screws with small heads and wimpy plastic spacers. Make your own using beefier washer-head screws and nuts for spacers. On larger panels, install standoffs in the center to maintain space and add support. Tip: Use hot-melt glue to hold these mid-panel spacers in place before you install the pegboard.
Create a frame for the back of the panel using 1x2s or 1x3s. For panels wider than 3 ft., add a 1×2 rib to the back every 2 ft. to support the weight of the tools and take the flex out of the panel.

Hefty Standoffs

Install screw-in standoffs with spacers. The store-bought versions often have short screws with small heads and wimpy plastic spacers. Make your own using beefier washer-head screws and nuts for spacers. On larger panels, install standoffs in the center to maintain space and add support. Tip: Use hot-melt glue to hold these mid-panel spacers in place before you install the pegboard.
Create a frame for the back of the panel using 1x2s or 1x3s. For panels wider than 3 ft., add a 1×2 rib to the back every 2 ft. to support the weight of the tools and take the flex out of the panel.

Make Pegboard Hooks Hold More

Some items won’t hang directly on pegboard hooks. But with a little ingenuity, you can make pegboard hooks hold just about anything on pegboard shelves. Here are three ideas on how to install pegboard that holds more:

Hooks and 1/2-in. wood dowels organize wrapping paper—no more digging through a stack of unraveling rolls.
Binder clips grab items that can’t hang on hooks. The clip shown here, for example, holds a canvas tool pouch.
A section of PVC pipe slipped over a long hook is a great nook for skinny stuff: pencils, brushes, zip ties and more.

Beyond Hardboard

Most home centers carry only hardboard pegboard, but you’ll find other materials by searching online for ‘metal pegboard’ or ‘plastic pegboard.’

Metal pegboard has 1/4-in. holes and L-shape edge flanges that create built-in standoffs. The panel sizes are normally in 16-in. and 24-in. increments. Metal pegboard has a cool industrial look and is darn near indestructible.
Metal pegboard strips are ideal for situations where you need a single, sturdy strip of pegboard—like in the garage for hanging long-handled tools. The strips have 1/4-in. holes and built-in edge flanges for standoffs, and they’re outrageously sturdy.
Plastic pegboard has 1/4-in. holes, folded edges to create standoffs and center ribs for rigidity. Many systems come with slide-in connectors for joining panels. It’s at least as sturdy as hardboard pegboard.

Go Hookless

You can craft your own hooks using stuff from the hardware aisle. Clip the tips from No. 6 hollow wall anchors, drive them into 1/4-in. pegboard holes, then secure your custom tool holder by

driving screws
into the anchors. Short 5/16-in.-diameter lag bolts fit snugly into 1/4-in. holes to create inexpensive hangers for lightweight objects.

Hang Anything

Most hardware stores and home centers carry standard pegboard hooks for basic hand tools, but specialized hangers are available too. The

circular saw
shelf, cordless drill holder, wire basket, bins and other doodads can help organize hard-to-hang tools. Search online for ‘pegboard’ followed by the type of hanger you’re looking for, such as ‘pegboard circular saw shelf.’

Custom Shelving

Standard pegboard hooks can accommodate most tools—but sometimes you need a special place for special stuff. Drill 1/4-in. holes in the backs of homemade shelves, then use those holes to slide the shelves over L-hooks. Or use cable staples to attach

plywood
shelves to standard pegboard shelf brackets. The staples allow you to slide the shelf back and forth so you can easily fit the shelf bracket ‘legs’ into the holes.

Dress It Up

Most pegboard comes in two colors—boring white and boring brown. But it doesn’t have to stay that way. Roll on a coat of

primer
followed by gloss or semigloss paint (glossy paints are easier to wipe clean). Apply light coats so you don’t clog the holes. Then snazz it up with a frame. After we attached our pegboard to a 1×3 frame, we added corner blocks and trim with hot-melt glue—no fancy miter cuts or fasteners needed.

Advantages of Decorating Your Home With Wood

For many centuries, wood has been a preferred choice of material for bringing life into homes. The outcome is consistently a welcoming, snug, and soothing living space when wood is utilized. This ability of wood to convert a sterile and impersonal area into a delightful atmosphere is because it originates from nature and has positive and enjoyable impacts on individuals.

The quality of the wood is important as it goes through less processing, it retains its essence and natural origin.

By incorporating nature into your home, you can create an entirely different ambiance. Wood elements have greatly transformed the field of interior design and are now the favored choice of homeowners for decoration. In addition to providing a calming and cozy home environment, they possess a unique blend of modern and vintage design that surpasses that of other materials and decoratives.

Wood is an excellent option for various construction projects due to its numerous advantages. One of these advantages is its thermal properties, which provide it with an edge in terms of withstanding high temperatures.

In contrast to steel, which has the potential to expand or collapse under high temperatures, wood experiences drying and gains strength when exposed to heat. Additionally, wood possesses lower thermal conductivity in comparison to materials like aluminum, marble, steel, or glass. This characteristic renders wood advantageous and highly suitable for diverse applications, including interior wooden doors, wall, and ceiling coverings.

Unique

The craftsmanship involved in manufacturing each piece of wooden furniture ensures its authenticity, making it a worthwhile investment for decorating your home. With its luxurious feel and ability to enhance your home’s brightness and originality, wooden furniture holds the key to creating a unique ambiance.

You may choose to invest a large sum of money on home accessories for an elegant appearance, but nothing surpasses the allure of distinctive wooden furniture such as chairs, drawers, or simple coffee tables. Additionally, if you desire a rustic aesthetic, this material will effortlessly enhance that style throughout your home. Undoubtedly, we are referring to the most environmentally friendly and energy-efficient decorative and renovation material that exists, as it poses no harm to the environment and provides notable energy conservation.

Wood is a distinct and remarkably adaptable material among the various options available for building. Its attractiveness, ability to withstand tension, insulation properties, and easy production make it a popular selection for decoration and home improvement purposes.

Durable

The solid material is of high quality and built to be long-lasting. The wooden furniture is sturdy and the added benefit is that it is simple to maintain and polish. To keep it dust and dirt-free, all you have to do is clean it with a designated product. Due to its durability, furniture made from this material is typically more expensive than those made from glass or crystal. You have the option to select from oak, dark, pine, or walnut, but regardless of the type you choose to adorn your home, it will be a worthwhile investment.

Resistant material

Indoors and outdoors, it is recommended to use it. If you have a terrace, installing wooden tables or platforms should not be delayed. Additionally, it is shock resistant, which is something to consider in spaces where numerous people spend their time.

This durable and sturdy material is intended for long-lasting use. The wooden furniture is not only strong, but it is also exceptionally easy to maintain and polish. To ensure good maintenance, all you need to do is clean it with a designated product to keep it free from dust and dirt. Thanks to its high durability, furniture crafted from this material typically carries a higher price tag compared to glass or crystal furniture. You have the option to select from oak, dark, pine, or walnut, but regardless of the type you choose to decorate your home with, it will be a worthwhile investment.

Combines with other materials

The wood’s elegance can be observed in its aesthetic alignment with other elegant elements such as glass or mirror. Some of this furniture is also found upholstered. Additionally, wood effortlessly complements different colors and textures.

A benefit of this product is its favorable quality and price ratio, which is due to its abundant raw material. Wood comes in various types, such as pine being less expensive compared to oak. These types can be distinguished by their quality, color, and texture. Choosing wood is a good option if you desire a timeless appearance for your home.

Easy to clean

Carrying out housework is one of the responsibilities that come with maintaining a tidy home. A benefit of using wood as a material for furniture is that if it is treated properly, with a focus on protecting it from moisture, it can have a long lifespan. This longevity allows for the initial investment in the furniture to be spread out and recouped over the years.

Respectful with the environment

Finally, one of the benefits of incorporating wood into your home decor is its biodegradability, meaning it does not pollute the environment by contaminating the soil, water, or air. Moreover, as you may already be aware, wood is also recyclable.

From an aesthetic, qualitative, and budgetary standpoint, the wood carries innumerable benefits.