DIY Nerf Gun Wall
My boys love Nerf guns! They didn’t have a place to store them, though, which is why I decided to build this DIY Nerf gun wall. It was so easy to do, and I love that now everything has a place to go when they’re done playing. The boys love seeing their Nerf guns and accessories displayed, too! Follow these easy steps to make one of your own.
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Supplies Needed:
- IKEA Pegboards (I used three of them.)
- Pegboard Containers (Any of the Skadis containers or hooks will work! It just depends on the kind of storage you need.)
- Pegboard Hooks
- Level
- Drill
- 1X2 Wood for the frame around the pegboards
- Miter Saw
- Nail Gun
- Yellow Spray Paint
- Black Spray Paint
- Wood Sign from Hobby Lobby
- Painter’s Tape
Step #1: Assemble & Attach
The first step is to assemble all the pegboards and attach them to the wall. This really wasn’t that bad and went fast! I used my level to make sure they were hanging straight. I even got it done with a little helper next to me!
Step #2: Cut & Paint Wood
The next step is to cut the wood for the frame and paint it. I measured the space around the pegboards and cut my wood to make a frame for it. Then I painted the wood yellow. I decided I wanted to go for a caution tape kind of look, so after the yellow dried, I taped off sections to prep it for the black paint. I spray-painted it black and then removed the tape. It did bleed a little in some places, but nothing a little touch-up paint can’t fix! I love the way it looks— exactly like caution tape!
Step #3: Attach the Frame to the Pegboard
I didn’t realize the 1×2 was a little thinner than the pegboard, but it turned out just fine when I slid it right under the pegboard. I used my nail gun to secure it in place and attach it to the wall. The video shows this a little better.
Step #4: Make the Sign
Instead of building my own sign, it was cheaper and faster to use a 50% off coupon at Hobby Lobby and buy a wood sign. I painted it and used stencils to say “In Case of Zombies”, then hung it above the pegboards. It’s the perfect finishing touch to this wall!
Step #5: Hang Up Nerf Guns & Accessories
The last step is to set everything up! I found containers for the pegboard that were perfect for storing all those bullets in. I used hooks to hang all the Nerf guns, lightsabers, and masks. It’s so easy for the kids to put these back on (yay for easy cleanup!), and it looks amazing too.
They were so excited when I showed the Nerf pegboard to them! It was originally supposed to be a Christmas present, but I couldn’t wait and showed them early.
This was a really quick and inexpensive DIY project. And I always love projects that involve organization! Follow me on Instagram for more budget-friendly DIY home projects.
