You really want to screw the 1x2s into a stud because pegboard is pretty heavy.
How to hang gun on wall.
Depending on the weight capacity of the gun magnet you will be able to mount both handguns and rifles on the wall.
Helpful hint you can use a stud finder and most studs these days are 16 inches apart.
To install attach the gun magnet to the wall with 3m tape or screws and position your gun on the magnet.
1 1 2 2 plastic spacers this is because the pegboard needs to be away from the wall a little to allow for the hooks to insert into board.
Find the studs in your wall and screw the 1 2 pieces into the studs.
It can be brand new or an antique or new but antique looking.
Here is one of the cheapest ways to display your guns on your wall.
2x4 foot pegboard 2 inch pegs triton products mounting kit plastidip guns.
Sheet of pegboard size will vary based on your needs spray paint.
If you just screw into the sheetrock the weight of the boards plus the guns may pull it down.
For an extra dose of style try to match the style of your display case with the style of the weapons you re displaying.
Secureit cradlegrid panels 2 x 4s plywood level measuring tape drywall screws screw gun.
Horizontal and vertical wall gun racks.
We also have custom panel sizes that allow for vertical wall mount gun racks or a horizontal gun rack design.
There are hangers and shelves for handguns magazines ammo or anything else you want to hang and display.
Variety of hooks and or baskets to accommodate your selection of toy weapons.