a merchandising display has a first set of vertical wires , a second set of horizontal wires and a plurality of elongated panels . the vertical wires are disposed in parallel , spaced relationship to one another . the horizontal wires are disposed in parallel , adjacent pairs , the wires of each pair being spaced from each other by a distance greater than the spacing between adjacent pairs . the horizontal wires are connected to the first set of wires by resistance welds . each panel has long edges which extend in the direction of elongation of the panel , and flanges which extend rearward from the edges . the panels are capable of snap - fit engagement with the pairs of horizontal wires to achieve either a closed slat wall appearance or a dual open / closed appearance . access slots are formed between adjacent panels for receiving brackets of merchandise supports such as rods or shelves .