I'm converting a garage area used for storage into a proper workspace. After reading archives here, one of the first things I want to do is set up a French cleat system to accommodate yet-to-be-built workshop cabinets and fixtures (probably 1/2" ply to balance strength/weight).
The sketch attached is what I had in mind. I would recess the cabinet back. Wall cleat is gray, reinforcing cleat on notched cabinet is blue.
Questions:
1. Any improvements on this basic design?
2. Will 3/4" ply be strong enough for cleats or should I use thicker solid stock?
3. Any suggestions for screw type/size to attach all this with?
4. Any other advice on this type of system?
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