Gridwall is fast becoming the product of choice for retailers and others who want to display products in a cost-effective and space-efficient way. Because of their versatility and ease of use, gridwall products are great not only for retail stores and mall kiosks, but also for art exhibits, craft fairs, trade show booths and other places where people have a need to "hang their wares."
Gridwall products are popular for a number of reasons:
1. They're lightweight, portable, high-tech and less expensive than traditional shelves and racks
2. They maximize wall space and make use of higher wall areas that traditional shelving units and racks don't reach
3. They can easily be configured and reconfigured in an endless number of ways
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Decide how your gridwall will be used
Determine what you want from your gridwall product. Decide whether you plan to mount your gridwall panels to a wall or whether you need portable floor fixtures. You may want your gridwall fixtures to make a bold statement, or you might prefer they blend into the scenery.
I recommend: If you're going to take the wall-mounted gridwall panel route, measure your space to see what it will accommodate. Gridwall panels are available in a variety of sizes from
Gridwall.com and come in black, white and chrome. Portable and freestanding gridwall displays can be purchased as ready-made units, or you can purchase the pieces to create your own from
S&L Store Fixtures.
Determine what you want to display on your gridwall panels
From hats to hoses, shoes to shovels, what you display on your gridwall panels is entirely up to you. It's important to know what you're going to display so you can purchase the right accessories.
I recommend: At
KC Store Fixtures, you can find gridwall accessories from peg hooks to shelf brackets to baskets. All of these accessories come in black, white and chrome to match your gridwall panels.
Consider your options in gridwall display shelving
Although wire and acrylic are the most popular finishes for gridwall accessories, other options are available, especially with gridwall shelves.
I recommend: Go to
TRIO Display to find fixtures that combine wood with traditional wire gridwall are an attractive option. Acrylic accessories are a nice touch for items such as sign and brochure holders, as well as shoe displays. In addition to wire and acrylic, shelves are available in glass, laminated wood and Duron finishes.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- When it's time to purchase, don't be too concerned with exactly where a certain gridwall panel or set of gridwall fixtures is going to fit in your space. A primary reason for the popularity of gridwall fixtures, in general, is how easy they are to add, remove and change around.
- Because gridwall lasts for years and shows little, if any, wear and tear, used gridwall is a popular option. Many store display and fixture retailers carry used, as well as new, gridwall and accessories.
The official source of Gridwall is the Gridwall page at Business.com
Featured Vendors
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