Do you have any sugestins on how to install slot wall panels?
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http://www.garment-racks-store-fixtures.com/slatwall-install.html
We made our own with a router and 3/4 ply. I have two brand new bits I would sell for less than I paid at Rockler. The homemade panels get pretty floppy and need to have a temporary stiffener added until attached to the wall.
Bob
Thanks for the link to information on installing slot wall.
If you're going to have some weight on there, you might want to use some construction adhesive on the back.
On a commercial installation we usually put a spot of adhesive every 12". Then install as the link suggested.
Buic
The screws. In most installations I've found countersinking necessary to flush up the bugle heads. The MDF thats the most statwall I've worked with is tough stuff to try and bury it just running the screw in. Maybe you could try those deck screws with the cutters on the bottom of the head. Not cheap, but some are colored, they are stronger than drywall screws since slatwall gets loaded. Head size is important. Not small like finish screws, no holding power. Not too large a head so it mars the face.
The bit. My bit holders are all just a bit wider than the groove. Likewise, if you get a larger headed bugle, the bit holder or the screw can booger up the face when running it in the groove. I use a slightly longer tip (1-1/2'') stuck in the mag. bit holder. Be carefull if you back them out to adjust a pc.
If you're doing two sides of a store, rent or buy a laser, use a water level, whatever. Make those sheets be the same, they may connect the dots later.
Look closely at the top / bottom edges. Here, it seems that the slatwall has one edge a bit wider (from the slat) and running continuous sheets you'd be wise to orient it such. Two narrow edges together makes for a slightly thinner groove. Screws up the nice crisp line if you move them around.
The stuff is heavy, cups because of the grooves cutout, so when you stack it hold in the lower side and run some screws in the bottom, then move up.
If its MDF, treat it as such. It dents and blows apart.
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