How to Create a Framed Pegboard

Any well-organized crafter or handyman recognizes that utilizing a pegboard is the swiftest, most economical method for hanging tools on a wall. Pegboard sheets and hook sets can be obtained for as little as $20. Enhance with paint and molding, and your pegboard transforms into an appealing framed wall display.

Measure the wall in your home or garage where you intend to mount the pegboard. Utilize a retractable measuring tape, ensuring to measure both height and width twice for accuracy.

Visit the hardware store. Purchase a piece of pegboard that matches or exceeds the size of your wall space. Have the hardware store cut the pegboard to your exact specifications.

• Most hardware stores provide complimentary cutting services for small sheets of wood and pegboard. Pre-cutting facilitates easier transport and saves time.
• Retain any extra pieces if you plan to create smaller pegboard organizers.
• If you already have a sheet of pegboard at home, use a circular saw to measure and cut it to the desired size.

Locate sheets of crown molding or trim at the hardware store. Purchase one sheet for each side to act as your frame. Each side should exceed the measurement by about eight inches to allow for mitering the corners into an appealing frame.

Acquire white caulk, finishing nails, wood glue, two pieces of scrap wood, and long wood screws. Additionally, gather paint and necessary tools if unavailable at home.

Prepare a clean work table for this project. If you lack a suitable table, cover it with cardboard and a drop cloth to prevent damage.

Position your pegboard on the table with the top side facing upwards. Lay the crown molding along each edge, ensuring they meet at the four corners.

Use a pencil to mark a 45-degree angle where the ends of the molding intersect. This marks the corner of the frame where the molding meets. Extend the angle from the outer corner diagonally to where it meets the pegboard.

• Repeat this process for all four corners.
• Precision in measuring and marking the corners is important, but perfection isn't necessary as you can sand and use caulk to address any discrepancies later on.

Take off the molding. Paint the front side of your pegboard in your preferred color. If you opt not to paint the pegboard, you can maintain its original tan or white color and paint the molding to complement it.

Prepare a miter saw. Cut along the 45-degree lines you marked on all corners. Lightly sand the edges to remove any rough spots or imperfections.

• Double-check that the corners align properly.

Position the molding on the worktable. Paint them in the same color as your pegboard or choose a complementary color. You might require two coats and a primer if the molding is darker than the board.

• Ensure they are completely dry before proceeding.

Return the pegboard to the table with the top side facing upwards. Then, place the mitered molding into position.

Adhere the mitered corners together using sturdy wood glue. Additionally, apply a layer of wood glue along the edges of the pegboard to attach the frame onto the board. It's more efficient to complete both steps simultaneously as they will require ample drying time.

• Utilize clamps to secure the framed board in place overnight.

Turn over the board and frame once they have dried. Drive finishing nails into areas where they won't be visible from the front. Use as many nails as necessary to firmly attach the board and frame.

Refine the frame's corners if necessary. Fill any gaps with a bead of caulk at the mitered corners and smooth it down to fill the holes. Allow it to dry before painting over it with the original paint color.

Retrieve your two pieces of scrap wood. They should be at least two thirds as wide as your frame. These will be used to securely hang the pegboard, as direct wall mounting may cause damage.

Utilize a stud finder tool to locate the stud positions on your wall. Mark a vertical line along the center of each stud using a pencil.

Enlist the assistance of a friend to hold the scrap pieces of wood against the wall, positioning them one-third of the way from the bottom and one-third down from the top. These pieces will establish parallel lines on which the pegboard can be hung. Use a level to ensure correct placement.

Have your friend keep the scrap wood level. Grab your power drill and secure the scrap wood to the wall using long wood screws at the stud intersections.

Repeat this process in two locations on each piece of scrap wood. You should have two level parallel supports securely anchored into your wall.

Enlist the help of a few friends to assist you in holding up the framed pegboard. Locate where the pegboard intersects with the wooden supports. Use a spirit level to ensure the pegboard is levelled.

Secure the pegboard to each wooden support using two to three screws, passing through holes in the pegboard. Consider using washers along with screws to ensure weight distribution.

• For creating smaller pegboard organizers, consider using a large frame and customizing the pegboard to fit. Remove the glass and adhere the pegboard inside the frame. Add additional picture hangers for extra support, especially considering the weight of the tools.
• You can opt for a staple gun instead of finishing nails for a quicker alternative.

• Retractable measuring tape
• Pencil
• Pegboard sheet
• Crown molding/trim
• Miter saw
• Sandpaper
• Paint
• Paintbrush
• Clamps
• Wood glue
• White caulk
• Finishing nails
• Hammer
• Scrap wood
• Long wood screws
• Work table
• Stud finder
• Power drill
• Washers