DIY Wall-Mounted Camera Gear Charging Station
Say goodbye to tangled power bricks, dead batteries right before a shoot, and cluttered countertops.
As a photographer, having your gear charged, organized, and ready to grab at a moment's notice is crucial. I built a custom wall-mounted charging station using a black IKEA SKÅDIS pegboard, dedicated battery chargers, built-in USB/AC surge protection, and ambient RGB lighting.
Here is the complete breakdown of how it's built, the exact parts used, and what it costs to assemble.
Why a Dedicated Charging Wall?
Always Ready to Shoot: Every camera battery, drone pack, and light tube has its designated charging slot so nothing gets left behind.
Clean Cable Management: Power strips and excess cabling are mounted cleanly using zip ties to keep wires hidden and organized.
Space Efficient: Utilizes vertical wall space directly above storage cases without cluttering desk or floor space.
Mood & Visual Aesthetic: Integrated RGB backlighting gives the studio space a clean, modern look.
Equipment & Parts List
IKEA SKÅDIS Pegboard (30x22", Black): $24.99
https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/skadis-pegboard-black-50534378/#content
IKEA SKÅDIS Hooks (Black 2-pack): $4.00
https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/skadis-hook-black-90569931/
IKEA SKÅDIS Container (White organizer cup): $4.00
https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/skadis-container-white-20320798/
IKEA SKÅDIS Shelf (Black shelf): $7.00
https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/skadis-shelf-black-80569941/#content
TROND Power Bar / Surge Protector (Multi-outlet + USB C): $28.99
http://amazon.ca/dp/B0BBCVJDC6
Self-Locking Cable Zip Ties: $9.99
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0BL6JSMRM
Govee LED Light Strip (Smart RGB backlight strip): $19.99
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09BF87NFJ
Total Price Breakdown
Total Hardware & Accessories Estimated Cost: ~$98.96 CAD (plus applicable taxes)
(Note: Prices are estimates based on retail pricing at the time of publication.)
Key Setup Tips
Mounting the Power Bar: Secure the TROND power strip directly onto the pegboard using heavy-duty zip ties passed through the mounting slots or around the casing for a flush, wiggle-free hold.
Dedicated Charger Sections: Reserve dedicated grid sections for specific ecosystems—e.g., camera battery chargers on one side, drone hub chargers in the center, and routers or audio gear on the top shelf.
RGB Mood Lighting: Apply the Govee light strip along the rear perimeter of the pegboard or wall frame to bounce ambient backlighting off the wall.