How to Use Drywall Anchors - Mas Construction

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What exactly are drywall anchors? Ideally, you
want to hang heavy items on the wall by using the
studs as an anchor. However, this is not always
possible, especially if there is an exact spot
where you want to hang something and there is no
post behind it. Unfortunately, if you were to
simply drive a screw into the drywall, the
brittleness of the drywall material would not
allow the threads of the screw to fully bite into
the drywall, which would make the holding force
of the screw quite low. Generally. This is how
drywall anchors save the day. A drywall anchor
between the screw and the drywall, biting into
the drywall much more effectively than a screw
would. Then you screw into the anchor so that
everything stays in place. Depending on what
you're hanging or mounting, you might want to use
a specific type of drywall anchor, and you have
several to choose from.
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Why use an anchor for Drywall Installation Mounti
ng heavy objects such as televisions, mirrors,
pictures, or shelves on your walls requires the
support of poles. If a stud is not available in
the area you are working in, a drywall anchor can
provide the strength you need. This handy (and
tiny) powerhouse sits between the screw and
drywall and bites into the drywall, providing
extra strength not found with a drywall screw
alone. Click to read out Drywall Installation
Guide
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Types of drywall anchors There are different
types of drywall anchors to meet your
needs Expansion anchors are small plastic
anchors that expand when you drive the screw into
them. Threaded anchors are more like large
screws because they have large threads for biting
into drywall. Molly bolts are great for much
heavier objects and can be used with drywall or
concrete walls. Toggle bolts are probably the
most powerful anchor you can find.
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How to install drywall anchors 1- Select
anchors Make sure you select the correct
anchors for the job. When purchasing drywall
anchors, read the packaging carefully, making
sure they can support the weight of what you are
going to hang. 2 - Pre-drill Although some
drywall anchors do not mention this step, we
still recommend pre-drilling holes before
installing your anchors. This will ensure that
your anchor will fit snugly into your
drywall. When you pre-drill, be sure to pre-drill
your hole with a bit smaller than your anchor. If
your anchor is self-piercing, you can skip this
step. 3 - Install the anchor Install the
anchor as indicated on the packaging. Apply
enough pressure for the anchor to fully penetrate
the drywall. Drill until the edge of the anchor
is flush with the wall. 4 - Drill with a
screw Drill the screw through the anchor. This
will expand the anchor behind the wall, providing
additional support for the object being
hung. Using a hammer, gently hammer the anchor
into the wall until it is flush. You can now
screw the screw into the anchor and hang the item.
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