DIY Playroom Magnet Board

After seeing multiple pins showcasing this idea, I had to give this DIY Magnet Board a try in our home!

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Since our playroom is decorated with an industrial transportation theme, I thought this addition would fit perfectly, and it has been great.

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I grabbed a large oil drip pan from the automotive department at Wal-Mart. It was priced right around $10!

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Then I went to Lowe’s Hardware and picked out four sturdy screws and four coordinating washers.

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While this magnetic board could be oriented any way you prefer, hubby and I attached the galvanized pan horizontally to one of our playroom walls.

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Make sure it's at a height that will grow with our children.

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Magnetic Letters - Older kids can practice their spelling and vocabulary words!

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These are the Alex Rub-a-Dub Transportation Bath Stick ‘Ems with magnets attached to the back!

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