Wall systems, putting vertical surfaces to good use

 

 

A grid system, like these examples
from Schulte, supports heavy tools
and shelves and is easy to adjust to
meet changing needs. The grid
panels are secured to wall studs.

For heavier tools, consider a metal grid system.

Metal gridwork
Metal grids are similar to slatted panels in the way they are anchored to wall studs, but offer attachment points over the entire wall surface covered by the grid. Hooks, hangers, shelves, and other accessories snap onto the gridwork, and are held in place by gravity.

Grid panels come in several sizes (2x4', at about $12-$14 is the most popular), but colors are currently limited to white, black, and silver or chrome. Hangers are priced similar to slatwall hangers.