How to Cut Pegboard

Written By
Emma Lee
Emma Lee
Published: Nov 2, 2009
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

You can purchase pegboards in colors as well as a natural wood finish. With the proper blade for cutting pegboard, your edges will be clean and smooth.

Things You Will Need

  • Measure
  • Pencil
  • Power saw
  1. Measure and mark the pegboard for the correct length and width.

  2. Lay the pegboard on a workbench or other suitable area for cutting.

  3. Select the proper size blade for the saw. Blades need many fine teeth to make a clean cut through the pegboard.

  4. Cut the pegboard, following your measurement marks, using a circular saw, jigsaw or table saw.

The Drip Cap

  • Pegboards make a wonderful wall storage area for the garage.
  • With the proper blade for cutting pegboard, your edges will be clean and smooth.
  • Cut the pegboard, following your measurement marks, using a circular saw, jigsaw or table saw.

Resources

Emma Lee

Emma Lee owns a photography website and also works as a freelance writer specializing in home improvement, animals and photography. Her work can be found on various websites. Lee attended Charles County Community College located in…

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