How To Install Expanding Drywall Anchor
Installing a wall anchor requires creating a hole large enough to accommodate the device.
How to install expanding drywall anchor. They re called expansion anchors because when you drive in the a screw they expand and push against the drywall in order to bite into it. Attach your rack or shelf to the wall by screwing into the drywall anchor. Step 2 prepare for anchor installation. If you use the awl you will not have the same amount of dust debris as you will get with a drill which is why we recommend using an awl if you have access to one. A machine threaded bolt is used to expand the single expansion anchor and can be removed and replaced without affecting the holding values of the anchor.
Once again make sure you first put the screw through the hole of the thing you re attaching to the wall. They re not the best type to use since they re not able to hold a whole lot of weight maybe 10 to 20 pounds at most but they re great for heavier picture frames and small shelves. Make a hole in the drywall that is slightly smaller than the plastic anchor. After the anchor is inserted in the hole expandable wings grip the backside of the drywall to support the. The single expansion anchor is available in 1 4 5 16 3 8 1 2 5 8 and 3 4 diameters.
Mark the placement of the anchor with the awl or pencil. Expansion anchors are the cheapest most basic type of drywall anchor.