How To Ibstall Anchors For Hanging Wall

Install a toggle bolt anchor.

How to ibstall anchors for hanging wall.

To install a pilot hole is drilled in the wall the anchor is fitted into the hole and then a hammer is used to lightly tap the anchor head flush with the wall. The other factor that you should keep in mind when selecting the type of anchor is the angle that you need to install the anchor and the weight of the object to be hanged on it. This is where you ll find out of the hole you drilled is either too big or too small. Or the anchor may pull out of the wall.

Finish by screwing the support screw into the anchor but remember to leave enough of the screw exposed to hang your picture frame on. Toggle bolts should only be used to hang heavy objects suitable for this type of anchor. Keep the weight of the object under 30 lbs. You want the anchor to go in fairly smoothly with a bit of resistance but you don t want to be fighting with it to get it to go in.

To install a molly bolt or a hollow bolt fit it inside a pilot hole. After that gently hammer the anchor into the wall. Mark your hanging point with a pencil. It is advisable to avoid hanging cabinets on a drywall anchor because this will put more stress on the anchor loosening it in the process.

To install the anchor drill a hole in the wall that s deeper than the anchor is long then slide the expansion anchor into the hole. The installation process will vary slightly depending on the kind of anchor you re using. Plastic wall anchors are useful for hanging lightweight pictures and small decorative objects. Wall anchors can be used in drywall concrete brick metal or wood and installation takes just a few steps.

Meaning it must have a bracket that works with a toggle and is able to cover the hole it makes in the wall. Hammer the anchor in until it s flush with the wall. Drill a hole using the recommended drill bit size the width of the. To find out how to install a threaded anchor or molly bolt keep reading.