Define the Installation Area; Review the construction documents and determine the areas that will receive the Slatwall panels. Slatwall may be installed directly over metal or wood studs or over drywall surfaces. Verify installation area has adequate supporting studs or vertical furring. Step 1 – Define a level base line for the entire area. Slatwall brackets are another way of mounting cabinets and shelves onto walls. The popularity of slatwall brackets lies in the fact that they make installing the cabinets a great deal easier. By hanging these strip brackets onto a wall, you can confidently hang any kind of heavyweight utility furniture on it, and it will hold it in place for years. Install the screws into each stud, every other groove – as with raw grooved panels, and always use a bit that is long enough to seat the screws without damaging the groove lips. Block or Concrete Walls. Install vertical or horizontally oriented furring strips onto the walls first using concrete fasteners. Installation Instructions 800.548.7528 InfoRequest@windmillslatwall.com www.windmillslatwall.com Wind Mill Slatwall Products, a division of Amerhart 200 Balsam Road Sheboygan Falls, WI 53085. Define the Installation Area; Review the construction documents and determine the areas that will receive the Slatwall panels. Slatwall may be installed directly over metal or wood studs or over drywall surfaces. Verify installation area has adequate supporting studs or vertical furring. Step 1 – Define a level base line for the entire area.

1. How To Install Slatwall Panels
2. How To Mount Slatwall
3. How To Install Slatwall Step By Step
4. How To Install Gladiator Slatwall
5. How To Install Newage Slatwall
6. Cost To Install Slatwall

What is Slatwall?

What is slatwall? We get this question more than you might think and we are always happy to explain and share our experience with everyone who chooses to ask. Slatwall is a popular substrate used in many retail settings but versatile enough for garages, pantries, tradeshow booths and on fixtures. Slatwall is a versatile, sustainable, and economical choice for anyone wanting to take advantage of vertical space that may otherwise go unused. In retail environments, it offers an opportunity for product to be merchandised higher on the wall with more visibility to customers. They can easily see what you carry, whether they're in the store, or just passing by.

In answering the question of what is slatwall, we want to give equal emphasis to it's versatility. The versatility comes from the diverse selection of accessories available for use with slatwall. Once panels have been installed, the slatwall grooves are used to attach hooks, shelves, baskets, clothes hang rods, and other display accessories.

If the slatwall will be used for heavy or bulky items such as liquids, stacks of jeans or tools, we strongly suggest having your slatwall panel grooved to accept aluminum inserts. Just as the name implies, the aluminum channel is inserted into the slatwall groove and provides additional support. For example, a typical 8' slatwall hook can hold up to 65 lbs. when used in slatwall ordered with aluminum inserts. The same 8' hook used without aluminum inserts, holds 40 lbs.

The cost of slatwall is an affordable solution and KC Store Fixtures does not have a minimum order requirement, so order 1 or 1,000, it's up to you.

How to Install Slatwall

STEP 1: Slatwall panels arrive with a black line drawn along the edge, near a corner to help identify orientation; use this mark to ensure slatwall alignment. Always install the slatwall in the same direction (orientation) I.E. marked end next to an unmarked end or right side of one panel against the left side of another.

STEP 2: Place bottom slatwall panel first, then install each additional panel moving upwards.
NOTE: General application of a panel adhesive in combination with screws will provide a more secure bond with the wall.

STEP 3: A minimum of 25 screws is recommended per slatwall panel, placed every 16' OC aligned with the studs (5 rows) and in the center of alternate grooves (5 locations). Never place screws into the face of the slatwall panel. If your panels were ordered with aluminum inserts, pilot holes should be drilled prior to application.

STEP 4: Install panels stacked on top of one another with the half grooves forming a full slot at the joints. Apply panel adhesive along these joints.

STEP 5: With the exception of masonry walls, slatwall panels may be installed over existing walls: drywall or wall paneling. Panels may also be affixed directly to studs in a new construction project, but make sure to follow local fire or building codes.

Slatwall Dimensions

Slatwall dimensions for standard horizontal panels measure 8 feet wide x 4 feet high with standard slotting of 3” on center. Each panel is 3/4” thick and made of (MDF) medium density fiberboard. Available in a variety of colors including custom.

Vertical slatwall panels measure 4ft. wide x 8ft. high with standard slotting of 3” on center and is available in select colors.

Anchor™ Core Easy-Panels™ Installation

PVC Easy-Panels™ Installation

Delivery

Do not stack panels directly onto a concrete floor. It is good to let the panels equalize in temperature and humidity with the space they will be installed in. Note: it is normal for slatwall panels to take on a slight bend since they are laminated on one side and the process of grooving relieves some internal stress in the board.

Planning

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Make sure you have the right tools for the job. Minimally you will need a 24” level, tape measure, pencil, a circular saw for cutting any panels to size and a good cordless or corded drill to use as a power screwdriver.

Optional tools

Examples might be a professional laser level, drywall square, chalk line, power saber saw for cutting out electrical outlets.

Supplies

1 ½” to 2” drywall or other equivalent screws. Tan deck screws are a good color match to Anchor™ Core. Use round head screws on panels with metal inserts. Make sure the fasteners have heads that will easily fit in the groove.

Safety First – Wear safety glasses and hearing protection when using any power tools. Remember, slatwall panels are heavy. Do not try to install slatwall panels by yourself.

How To Install Slatwall Panels

Working with Metal Studs

Metal studs do not have as much screw holding power as wooden studs. It is best to use wooden blocking in strategic places.

Block or Concrete Walls

How To Mount Slatwall

Install vertical or horizontally oriented furring strips onto the walls first using concrete fasteners (TapCons). It’s not recommended to install slatwall directly onto a concrete or block wall.

Insulation and vapor barrier

How To Install Slatwall Step By Step

Properly insulate any exterior walls for energy efficiency. Use a proper vapor barrier over the insulation prior to installation.

How To Install Gladiator Slatwall

Where to start?

How To Install Newage Slatwall

Take the time to do a little planning. Once you have determined the height above the floor to start, chalk a level line on the wall. It will also help if you put a mark on the floor and ceiling where each stud is. This will help in determining where to put the fasteners.

Cutting slatwall - Always cut from the backside of the panel when using a circular saw. Set up a guide for the edge of the saw to follow. Always wear safety glasses and hearing protection when using any power tools.

Cost To Install Slatwall

Cutting slatwall with aluminum inserts – It is not necessary to take the aluminum inserts out of the grooves before cutting. In fact it is easier to cut the panel with the aluminum inserts the grooves. Cut only with a sharp carbide tipped blade. Run a piece of wide masking tape over the inserts parallel to the groove. This will help keep the aluminum inserts from shifting during cutting.