This page explains the steps to take for installing a cleat board with hooks. Prior to beginning the installation, ensure you have completed all steps of installing the system skeleton.
Page Contents
Skill Requirements
Tools & Hardware
Installation Steps
Related Training Materials
Final Steps & Delivery
Certification
Terms & Definitions
Types of Installation: Off-the-Floor, Floor-Based
Installer Level Required: Jr. Apprentice Installer
Products Required: TFL Material, Accessories
Tools Required
Stud Finder
1/4” Drill Bit
Countersink Bit
Drill Driver/Impact Drill
Pencil
Level
23-Guage Pin Nailer
(for single accessory cleats)
Hardware Required
2 1/2” Screw
Toggle Bolt
23-Guage Nails, 1”
(for single accessory cleats)
Installation Steps
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times when handling material and operating the power tools mentioned throughout this process. Review the PPE Matrix for further guidance.
Check elevation for the location of the cleat.
If there are any concerns, confirm with the design consultant or your manager.
Cleat location on an elevation
Mark location and check for studs.
Locate any studs in the cleat’s location using a stud finder.
If there is a stud: Use a 2 1/2” screw and attach the cleat through the middle pre-drilled hole(s) on the cleat.
If there is no stud: Mark where the bolt will go and pre-drill a 1/4” countersunk hole through the board. Pre-drill a 1/2” hole through the wall and insert a toggle bolt. Use a 2 1/2” screw and attach the cleat through the middle pre-drilled hole on the cleat.
Level and mark the remaining holes needed for the cleat board.
Use a line for studs.
Use an X for toggle locations.
Markings for cleat board holes
Install the cleat board.
Pre-drill and install toggles according to the markings from Step 2.
On the board, pre-drill a ¼” hole and countersink the hole enough to have the bolt flush with the board.
Tighten the board by ensuring all attachment points are screwed in and make sure the board is level.
Ensure the screws in studs are tight, but do not overtighten the toggle bolts.
Cleat board installed
Install accessories.
Put the accessories in place by lining the holes in the cleat to the nubs on the accessory.
Press them in firmly use included screws through the accessory into the board.
Once all screws are in, use the provided cap to cover the screws.
For single accessory cleats, use a 23-gauge pin nailer and pin nails to secure the four corners to keep it from shifting. Use long screws through the accessory into the board (through the board, into the wall).
Cleat board with accessory installed
Related Training Materials
Skeleton Fundamentals
Complete the Installation
System Touch Ups
Cleaning the System & Jobsite
Delivery to the Customer
PPE Matrix
Final Steps & Delivery
Inspect the installation and complete any touch ups if necessary.
If there are no more components to install, remove all stickers/labels.
If there are no more components to install, complete the clean up process.
If there are no more components to install, complete the Professional Installation Experience by walking through the space with the customer and delivering the final product.
Certification Steps:
Stud and toggle locations have been identified behind hook locations.
All screws and toggle bolts have been countersunk behind hook locations.
Cleat board is level.
Hooks have been installed with fast caps.
Terms & Definitions
Countersink | A beveled hole so the inserted screw sits flush with the material. |
Elevation | The CAD Design Plan created by the Design Consultant with the client. |
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