I am about to redo part of my work shop. I currently have a pegboard system for hanging my tools. Ive seen alot of things showing that some people like using French Cleat systems. Has anyone used that type of system and recommend French Cleats? Anybody like one of the other?
I currently have both in my shop. I like the french cleat for anything that has weight. The pegboard I use for light weight stuff that has the potential to be swapped out or rearranged frequently. That being said I would love to take the time to get rid of the pegboard and switch everything to french cleat. Not sure if this helps
building a new shop here
and plan to go full 'french cleat' system
on all the walls
in tiers 16" apart
as the tools move to accommodate better work flow
so can the cabs or shelves
that way the tool placement isn't dictated by fixed cabs or shelves
and any accessories to tools
can move with the tool too
total flexibility thru-out
or as new tools get added
When redoing my shop, I went all French cleat and have no regrets. I don't see a single real advantage to pegboard.
Tools holders are easy to make and customize. Since cleats can hold a lot of weight, cabinets and tills hang on the cleats, not having to be anchored to studs. Everything can be quickly moved around as needed for specific projects.
Thanks everybody. I will go with French Cleats. I didnt consider using french cleats on my cabinets I am going to make. Now the French Cleat idea sounds even better.
I stick with peg board as I consider it to be the best for my solution. I can change it in any way I want at any time. If I purchase something new I can just reach and grab a peg and stick it up. My thoughts.
I really like it, ad I've reorganized it a few times. I was able to build it in a weekend and it's solid. I mass-produced some extra hangers for it, so when I make a new tool holder or something, I just screw the hanger on and I'm good to go.
I've got both in my shop, as Tugboater78 said I didn't like the hooks falling out etc. But then I found Talon hooks, they don't fall out when you remove a tool … A few cents more than the cheesey bent wire ones but well worth it.
I also have one wall that is French cleats, love'em for sure. My feelings are that there is a place for both systems.
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