How to Organize with Command Centers & Boards

Ready to organize your command center and board? We're ready to help. If you need some inspiration and tips, you've come to the right place. We want to help you get the most out of your command center or board so that you can be productive and stay informed. Visit our discussion boards, slideshows, DIY video tutorials, and top projects.

DIY Cutting Board Storage Hack

Organize Using Command Centers

Make use of stains and fabrics: Touch up your board with fabric and stains. Mount your board on a picture frame and back with fabric. Stain and add mesh for a unique look.
Chalk up your fridge: Turn your fridge into a command center with vinyl. Measure and cut to size and stick. Once in place, create dividing lines with washi tape.
Season your chalkboard: Whatever type of chalkboard you have, season it. Apply a thin coat of chalk and leave to settle. Wipe lightly and you’re ready to go.
Add a board to any wall: With chalkboard paint, you can turn any wall into a command center. Apply at least two coats and season with chalk before using it.
Use metal instead of chalk: Instead of a chalkboard, try galvanized sheet metal. The industrial look is perfect if you decorate with bright colors and soft accessories.

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Top Projects for Organizing Command Centers & Boards

Here are our top DIY command centers and boards organization projects. Look around.

DIY Cutting Board Storage Hack

DIY Cutting board storageWhat I love most about this project is that it’s easy, budget-friendly, and super functional! It uses up dead space in a beautiful way that makes sense, and adds storage!I’ll go ahead and apologize now for the quality of photos. I wasn’t anticipating turning this into a full post, it was a project I did in Instagram stories while working on my coffee bar and it kind of took off. I had a lot of requests for a material lists, instructions, etc. So here it is!If you’d like to read more about the coffee bar project, check out this post!Materials list for this project:– Whatever kind of wood you want for the shelf (I used scraps) this pine from Home Depot would work too – get creative! You can even use MDF if you want to paint it– 1/2 inch copper 90 degree pipe connectors (I got a pack but you can buy as many as you need)– 5/8 round wooden dowel– Rapid fuse super glue– Spray paint (optional)– Stain (optional)– Rub and buff (optional)

Kara Fidd

Filing Cabinet-Turned-Garage Organization

For the last few years, Rob and I have had this ugly, old filing cabinet down in our basement. He got it from his uncle and we used it to store his old business files, tax documents, and other paperwork that we didn't need on a daily basis but when we decided to overhaul the basement, we decided we were going to put it to the curb. However, I came across a really cool idea that ended up not being as much work as I had thought it would be, and now this ugly, clunky hunk of metal looks a whole lot nicer and is serving a purpose!

Rob & Courtney M, Hometalk Team

DIY Giant Pegboard Shelving Without Drilling Into Your Walls

I love the look of staggered shelving and wanted to add that style to my home office but didn’t love any of the options I found in stores to create the look. I also worried about spending the money and drilling into my walls to hang several shelves only to have to move them if we bought new furniture or wanted to change the set up in the office. We created a giant pegboard style shelf that can easily move from one space to another and are in love with the options it gives us! I can change the height, number, and layout of my shelves any time depending on what I want to display or where I want to display it.

Lindsay

HOW TO: Make a Simple Pin Board Out of Recycled Material

Here I will show you how to make a super cute, creative pin board out of cardboard and empty rolls of toilet paper!

Sofia Encinas

Garden Tool Storage Idea for Garage

If you are frustrated with the lack of efficiency of the store bought yard tool storage ideas like I am- this post if for you. I have tried out 4-5 different storage ideas from small sheds to the ones that allow the tools to hang vertically. What resulted was either a pilled up mess OR most of my wall space wasted with inefficient storage solutions.I finally did some research and created a design to help organize your garden tools in your garage that is 300% + more efficient than the ones sold in big box stores. I've created a video to accompany the steps listed below.Learn how to organize a toolbox. Don't forget to "follow us" on Hometalk if you would like to get updates on new projects posted weekly.

SawHorse Design Build

15 Minute DIY Pot Lid Storage Rack

So ahhh crap, I broke my metal store-bought rack. Now what?! In a bind, I discovered you can DIY your own from scrap wood!

Becky at Flipping the Flip

How to Hide Laundry Hookups With Cork Board

Are those unsightly laundry hookups ruining your "enjoyment" of doing the [never-ending] chore of doing laundry? Are you tired of staring at those often lint-covered plugs and knobs? Cover them with a fabric-covered cork board for pinning everyday notes, reminders and the occasional missing sock.

Arizona Craft Mom

How to Make Candy Magnets With Foamy

Today's tutorial is about some beautiful candy magnets made of foamy sheets and that you can give it many uses. These candy magnets can be used to leave notes in the refrigerator but you can also take advantage of them by using them to decorate birthday parties with sweets, you can create a nice garland, you can even place them inside glass jars just to decorate the candy table, decorate gifts, well you can give many uses to these candies. In this tutorial we will be using them as magnets for the refrigerator.Start by cutting a strip of about 3/4 ". With the help of the skewer, mark on the foamy sheet and then cut.

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DIY Lego Workstation Using Ikea Skadis

I’ve fought the organizational challenge that is LEGO for so long. We’ve tried sorting by color, size, building kit etc…. you name it we’ve tried it. We own a LOT of LEGOS. So the majority of them reside in an Ikea trofast setup in our finished basement.Inevitably, the small pieces still make their way upstairs, so I wanted a small space for the boys to build and create in their room. I came up with this LEGO workstation using simple box store shelving and the Ikea SKADIS pegboard system. It houses just enough pieces to keep them occupied and incorporates some fuss free storage options.

Jessica | The Martin Nest

Rustic Magnetic Board

My daughter absolutely loves to hang up photos and drawings, so I made a magnetic board for her room that she can easily change around by herself.

Amanda

DIY Cutting Board Storage Hack

Kara Fidd

Filing Cabinet-Turned-Garage Organization

Rob & Courtney M, Hometalk Team

DIY Giant Pegboard Shelving Without Drilling Into Your Walls

Lindsay

HOW TO: Make a Simple Pin Board Out of Recycled Material

Here I will show you how to make a super cute, creative pin board out of cardboard and empty rolls of toilet paper!

Sofia Encinas

Garden Tool Storage Idea for Garage

SawHorse Design Build

15 Minute DIY Pot Lid Storage Rack

So ahhh crap, I broke my metal store-bought rack. Now what?! In a bind, I discovered you can DIY your own from scrap wood!

Becky at Flipping the Flip

Rustic Magnetic Board

My daughter absolutely loves to hang up photos and drawings, so I made a magnetic board for her room that she can easily change around by herself.

Amanda

Slideshows to get you started with your command centers or boards organization.

Command Center & Board Organization Videos

Watch video tutorials on how to best organize command centers and boards.

Peg Board Kitchen Storage Wall

Lacking cabinet space in your kitchen? This might be a great option for you! Not only is this a great option for storage, but can be used to make a fun statement on your wall! By simply drilling a peg board to your wall you create a great and fun space to decorate and store things!We want to help you DIY, so some of the materials in this post are linked to sellers. Just so you know, Hometalk may collect a small share of sales from the links on this page.

Amanda C, Hometalk Team

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Get Organized: How to Make a Stunning DIY Acrylic Calender

Do you want to make your own unique calendar but don't know where to start? No problem! This DIY acrylic calendar is perfect for beginners. It's easy to make and only takes an hour to complete.This post was transcribed by a member of the Hometalk editorial team from the original HometalkTV episode.

Kara S.

How to Assemble and Store Wood With a Bora Wood Rack

Two years ago, we had some contractors remodel our master bath. I found a lot of usable scrap wood in their trash pile. I pulled out all the pieces that I wanted to keep and threw it in a pile in our shed. And there it sat for two years... Now add to this, the scrap wood that I have left over from various projects and leftovers from building a chicken run which is, here, there and everywhere in my garage and you see my problem. I needed something that could take all of this and store it off the floor and out of our way. I am sure there are lots of plans to build storage but I’ve feeling a bit lazy so I wanted something ready made. The rack I have has six levels and can hold 100 lbs per level. I am hoping this is the answer to some of my wood problems.

Stacy Davis

Hometalkers' Favorite DIY Command Center & Board Organizing Projects

Here are the best DIY organizational projects of command centers and boards. Enjoy!

Easy Magnetic Storage Bins to Organize Your Kitchen

Kitchens tend to be a catch-all for all sorts of things. If yours is anything like mine, there never seems to be enough space on the counters or in the junk drawer. These magnetic bins can help with that!

Amanda

Kraft Paper Roll Dispenser Two Ways

Hi! I’m Bethany and I’m new here on Hometalk. One thing you should know about me is that I LOVE to thrift! (Take a look at my Instagram @ dottiedesignco to see more of what I do.) So, when I visited my local thrift store and found an old paper towel holder as well as a wooden dowel, I immediately was inspired. Have you seen some of those high end kraft paper roll dispensers? The ones that you can place almost anywhere in your home to help keep track of recipes, grocery lists, or simply just for doodling? I figured that would be the perfect solution for helping me to keep track of my thoughts and ideas during this holiday season.

Bethany Brandon

DIY Chore Chart System for Kids!

Summer is here, and after a busy school year of me working a lot more than I had anticipated, the house was a disaster. I needed a hands on, full proof, chore system that would get us all working together to get the house in order and keep it in order (because I now took on a full time job). Two working parents and 3 kids means we need an organized and efficient way to keep the house from drowning in mess and clutter. Honestly, I am really proud of this, and we have been now using it for over a month and it has worked beautifully! Here is a pic of the final product:

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