Perforated hardboard is tempered
hardboard which is pre-drilled with evenly spaced holes. The holes are used to accept pegs or hooks to support various items, such as tools in a workshop.
Pegboard is a brand name of this product that is often used as a
generic term for perforated storage boards made of hardboard,
wood,
metal, or other material. It is commonly used in retail settings along with steel rods sticking out to hold
peggable products such as bagged
potato chips,
printer ink, and
action figures.