Just recently I purchased "wood grain" peg with the intention to paint if needed as it was discontinued and cheaper than plain at my local Lowes
I also got a couple of sheets of "metal look" cheaper than regular.
Check Lowes ?
I go back and forth about using a screen that comes down or a nice size of wall board w/o texture . THe screen would be nice as it could go in front of
peg board or something like that.
Bamboo really is a good idea if going into it with care. Have an expert help
with your choice of variety. Or all those stories you've heard will come true.