Slatwall garage storage shelving systems can make your garage look like a showroom. Older systems came in steel, aluminum, or hardboard. Although they looked professional, they were heavy, expensive, and unwieldy. Several manufacturers now make systems in lightweight PVC or resin, making them affordable and easy to install.

Slotted wall garage storage shelving systems can be used for large or small tools, equipment and supplies, depending on the types of accessories you mount to the slotted wall. Cabinets come in full 72″ tall or 26″ upper or lower cabinets and are great for storing chemicals and smaller items that need to be hidden or kept out of dust. You can also get a variety of sizes and styles of bins, hooks, strap hooks, shelves, and racks designed specifically for storing sports equipment like tennis rackets and balls, golf equipment, baseball bats and gloves, and bicycles. Some brands of accessories can mount directly to the wall or to a cleat system, so for example, if you hang your bike in a separate area from the cleat system, you can still get a bike hook that matches the look of the cleat. system.

The cleats come in six or eight foot lengths and can be used on an entire wall or just a small part. They can be mounted to drywall or directly to studs. The panels can be customized in many configurations and the high-density cellulose PVC or resin materials are durable and easy to clean. They come in a variety of colors, with the most popular being silver, white, or maple. The PVC version will hold up to 400 pounds per wall panel.

If you’ve never done this before, a starter set is definitely the way to go. They come in 24 or 48 square foot kits and include panels, hooks, shelves, and mounting hardware needed to install and finish the system. Starter kit prices range from $230 to $530. Some manufacturers offer free planning guides and online videos that are helpful in helping you design your system.

Tips to install

Here are some tips to remember as you install your slat garage storage shelves. The highest you’ll want to go is 85 to 90 inches off the ground. Beyond that, you won’t be able to reach the tools and other things you’re storing. You’ll also want to leave at least six inches off the ground. There’s no need to waste cleats on space that won’t be usable. Also, leave yourself six to 24 inches from the corners. To store sports equipment and lawn and garden tools, you don’t have to reach all the way to the top of the garage, so you’ll only need two or three panels. Before you install, you’ll need a stud finder, a drill with a number two bit, a tape measure, industrial construction adhesive, and a contractor’s level. The slats are not only good for garages. They can also be useful in laundry rooms, hobby rooms or workshops.