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Tired of wasting time searching for tools in a cluttered workshop?

Download 130+ laser-ready cleat plans and build the wall you’ll be proud to show off—modular, mess-free, maker-ready.

Fits any standard 45° French cleat wall — No mods, no guesswork.

Neat and organized workshop with French cleats

From Chaos to Creativity – The Neat French Cleat System

I’m Alan, a maker just like you. I used to be overwhelmed by clutter—until I discovered how one simple wall could change everything. That’s why I redesigned the classic French cleat system into a modular, customizable storage solution built for serious creators who want more control and freedom in their workspace.

Say goodbye to clutter and frustration. With a French cleat wall…

Keep your workflow smooth — everything you need is instantly accessible
Show off a wall that reflects your craftsmanship and care
Eliminate wasted time searching — grab any tool in under 3 seconds
Reclaim your weekends — save time on setup, spend it building

Now, it’s your turn. Transform your workspace with a French cleat shelf—or go big and build a full run of shelves. Add tool holders like the French cleat screwdriver holder and magnetic chisel holder to keep everything perfectly organized.

Works seamlessly with any 45° French cleat system. Looks professional, installs easily, and helps you work smarter.

Take Your First Step Toward Organized Creativity

Cut, build, and start organizing in a single afternoon, with this starter bundle.

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Join The Makers Who Love Neat French Cleat

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Never Design A French Cleat Again

Stop spending hours trying to design perfect French cleat holders. With our system, it’s as easy as 1-2-3! Simply choose the cleat size you need, download the plans, and you’re ready to go.

Step 1: Pick the cleat size that fits your tool or workspace.
Step 2: Download the ready-to-use design file.
Step 3: Send the file to your laser cutter, assemble the parts, and hang the cleat on your wall.

No design headaches, just simple, fast organization! Transform your workshop with minimal effort and maximum efficiency.

The collection includes wallboards, shelves, and specialized tool holders, all based on a series of fixed dimensions. This system is designed to make your workspace neat and efficient. Whether you’re looking to organize tools or just need a smarter storage solution, our products can help.

Explore Neat French Cleat tool holders today and discover how easy and satisfying it can be to have everything in its place!

You can see and download the various parts of the DIY cleat system here. All you need is a laser cutter, some plywood, and very little else.

Latest Additions

French cleat drill holder with protective cage mounted on wood backplate, holding a cordless Ryobi drill.

French Cleat Battery Holder (1)

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French cleat smartphone holder (6)

French Cleat Goggles and Mask Holder (2)

Ear defenders hanging on a French cleat hook on a workshop wall.

French cleat hex bit holder (2)

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It’s A Modular French Cleat Workshop Storage System

Much like Festool Systainers, which are renowned for their modular design and ability to stack seamlessly due to their standardized dimensions, our Neat French Cleat system follows the same principle of smart organization.

The reason Festool Systainers work so well is their modularity—each container varies only in height but maintains the same base dimensions, making it easy to mix, match, and stack to suit your needs.

Our French Cleat Tool Holders are built with the same philosophy in mind. With standardized heights of 282mm, 390mm, and 462mm, and a variety of widths, our cleats give you the flexibility to customize and expand your workspace without sacrificing organization. Like the Systainer, everything fits together, creating a clean, organized system where everything has its place.

By embracing a modular system, you eliminate clutter and chaos. Whether it’s tools, consumables, or hardware, our French Cleat system ensures efficiency and order, just like Festool’s trusted Systainers. Perfect for the modern workshop or garage, this modular approach guarantees that you can expand or adapt your storage without starting from scratch.

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French Cleat Wallboards

Transform Your Walls into Custom Storage Solutions

Below are just a few ways of using our wallboards to organize your workshop

The Neat French Cleat System is based on a series of workshop wall organizers with built-in French cleats. These come in a few heights and numerous widths.

You just pick which size suits a particular tool and send that drawing to the laser.
Minutes later you have the parts needed to hang your tool on the wall.

You can add dowels, hooks, magnets, or cleats to any wallboard to customize each assembly for any particular tool.

There are 37 sizes to choose from, so you’ll always find the right size wallboard for each tool

As you make more and more French cleats, they form a patchwork that fills your wall, making you super organized and more efficient.

They look amazing too.

Custom French Cleat Tool Holders

Custom Tool Holders for a Seamless Workshop Setup

French Cleat Half-Cup Pencil Caddy

magnetic Chisel set holder (1)

screwdriver holder wall-mounted on a wooden panel with a neat design using French cleats, featuring a row of black and blue handled screwdrivers, against a blueprint-style blue background; bold orange text reads "Screw Driver Holder" with "Neat French Cleats" and the website neatfrenchcleat.com below.

Our custom workshop wall organizers are designed to bring order and efficiency to your workspace.

With over 25 unique holders, there’s a place for every tool—from goggles and masks to screwdrivers, chisels, marking tools, spray cans, and even your iPhone.

Whether you need a corner clamp holder, glove dispenser, or a hex bit holder, we’ve got you covered. Available in heights of 282mm, 390mm, and 462mm, each cleat is crafted to keep your tools within easy reach while maximizing space and minimizing clutter.

Perfect for anyone serious about workshop or garage organization!

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French Cleat Shelves

Efficient, Modular Shelving System for Clutter-Free Workshop and Garage Organization

Tall French cleat shelf with Ryobi work lamp

French cleat double shelf with 6 cordless batteries

Our range of 30 versatile shelves and double shelves is designed to hold everything from cordless power tools and batteries to hand tools, consumables, and all your workshop essentials.

Available in the three standard heights—282mm, 390mm, and 462mm—these shelves come in various widths to suit your storage needs.

Whether you’re organizing power tools or keeping bits and bobs in order, our shelves are built to bring structure and efficiency to your space. Say goodbye to clutter and hello to a streamlined, organized workshop!

Not Sure Where To Start?

Our starter pack of 7 plans is the ideal starting point

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Neat French Cleat Spacing

Ok, time to fess up… When I first converted my 170 year old old pig sty (it literally used to house pigs), into a workshop, I added 175 metres of French Cleats. But they were spaced randomly. I just picked a dimension, cut two spacers, fitted the bottom cleat, and added cleat after cleat.
This is what everyone does.

Multi-view image of a well-organized workshop showcasing various tool stations, including mounted tool holders, Ryobi power tools, and custom shelving for efficient storage. The space features a central workbench, compact saw setups, stacked toolboxes, and wall-mounted slat boards for vertical storage of hand tools and accessories. Ideal for woodworking, DIY projects, and professional repairs, the layout emphasizes functionality and accessibility in a confined workspace.

But, when developing the Neat French Cleat System, I carefully calculated the optimal cleat spacing, and I designed two spacers, fitted the top cleat, and spaced the remaining cleats using my spacers.

Now, when you hang the cleats, they are exactly 6mm (or 1/4″) apart.
There’s no wasted space between the cleats.

Neat French Cleat System FAQs

Everything You Need to Know About Our Wall-Mounted Tool Holders

1. What is a French Cleat System?

A French cleat is a simple, secure way to mount tools, shelves, and other items on a wall. It consists of a pair of strips of wood or plywood with a cut 45 degree angle: one attached to the wall and the other to the item. The angled cleats slide together for a strong, customizable storage solution.

Side view of a French cleat system demonstrating the alignment between the wall cleats and the tool holder cleat. The labeled image shows "Wall Cleats" securely attached to the wall and a "Tool Holder Cleat" fitting seamlessly into the system. The tool holder, designed for modular storage, includes compartments for organizing workshop supplies. A laser-cut design highlights the system's precision and versatility, ideal for woodworkers, DIY enthusiasts, and makers. The background includes a workshop setup with tools and equipment, emphasizing practical use.

2. How does the Neat French Cleat System differ from regular French cleats?

The Neat French Cleat System is designed for maximum versatility and organization. It includes a wide range of customizable tool holders, shelves, and custom cleats, all designed to fit neatly into your workspace, keeping tools within easy reach while saving space.

Unlike any other French cleats they are designed as a modular system, so they form a matching patchwork of cleats on your wall.

3. What types of items can I hang with the Neat French Cleat System?

With the Neat French Cleat System, you can organize everything from small hand tools like chisels and files, to larger items such as clamps, drills, and even consumables. We offer specific solutions for masks, goggles, ear defenders, marking tools, carpenter squares, and more.

Installation

4. How do I install the Neat French Cleat System?

It’s easy! Simply attach the cleat rails to your wall, using our unique French Cleat spacers, ensuring they are level. From there, all our boards, shelves, and holders can be securely mounted by sliding onto the cleat. You can rearrange and add new items as needed without drilling more holes in your walls.

Materials

5. What materials do I need to build Neat French Cleat products?

Our products are designed to be made from 6mm or 1/4″ plywood. Once you download the plans for your specific item, you need a laser cutter to cut out the components and some glue to assemble them.

Customization

6. Can I customize the Workshop Wall Organizers?

Absolutely! Our system is designed with flexibility in mind. You can add dowels, hooks, magnets, bulldog clips, or short cleat lengths to any board to suit your specific needs. Many users have also turned our boards into blackboards, signs, or receipt holders.
It’s easy to make the boards shorter if you need to go around an electrical socket or light switch.

7. How much weight can the Neat French Cleat System hold?

The strength of the system depends on the cleat material and how securely the cleats are mounted. Typically, properly mounted French cleats can hold a significant amount of weight—often more than traditional hooks or shelves. For heavier items, ensure your wall cleats are anchored into wall studs.

Watch: How Much Weight Can French Cleats Hold?

Sizes

8. Are there different sizes available?

Yes, our tool holder system of Wallboards, Shelves and Custom holders come in a variety of heights and widths to suit any workspace. Wallboards come in 34 sizes and shelves in 30 sizes, ensuring there’s always a perfect fit for your tools.

Bundle Deals

9. Can I purchase the Neat French Cleat System as a bundle?

Yes! We offer Neat French Cleat bundle deals, allowing you to save more when you buy multiple boards, shelves, or holders. The more you buy, the more you save—making it easy to organize your entire workspace affordably.

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Getting Started

10. How do I get started with the Neat French Cleat System?

Simply browse our range of products, measure the tools or items you want to organize, and download the plans. From there, it’s as easy as cutting and assembling the boards or shelves. We’re always here to help if you need guidance!

See bundle pricing → from €22.60

My Laser

A Gweike Cloud 50W

I rely on my Gweike Cloud 50W laser, a powerful and versatile tool that’s perfect for precision cutting and engraving. With its user-friendly design, this laser effortlessly handles everything from intricate tool holders to larger cleat systems. Its speed, accuracy, and ability to work with various materials make it an essential part of my workshop, ensuring that every custom French cleat and component is perfectly cut.

A modern Gweike Cloud 50w Laser cutting machine with a sleek white and black design, open to display its workspace. The device features a Wi-Fi icon, indicating wireless connectivity. The machine has a glossy surface, precise controls, and a compact design suitable for workshops or small businesses.