Hanging Heavier Objkects On Wall

Removing wall anchors is a pain and patching the wall after removal never looks perfect.

Hanging heavier objkects on wall. Once you ve done that hanging a heavy object like a large mirror television or work of art becomes a safer and simpler task. This type of fastener comes in different sizes to accommodate differences in wall thickness and in the weight of the things they are to hold. When hanging heavy objects such as shelves and mirrors the best device is the expansion anchor or expansion bolt. Make sure to position your shelf or whatever you re mounting up to where you want it and then drive in the screw.

These may hold up to 20 pounds according to this old house but be sure to check the package to confirm. Use a screwdriver to screw it in until it s flush with the wall. No power tools are required for this self drilling fastener. Then step onto the scale without the item and record the weight.

Fasteners for hanging heavier objects from walls. Subtract the second number from the first and you ll have the weight of the item. Though there are several methods of locating studs or supports behind the wall the most reliable is using a magnetic stud finder. If you re hanging a heavier piece expandable metal anchors also known as molly bolts are an option.

Hammer the anchor in until it s flush with the wall. If you have a bathroom scale simply step onto the scale while holding the item and record the weight. Next take your screw and begin driving it into the anchor. Hold it up to the wall where you want to hang the item then use a hammer to tap the nail into the wall.

Determine the weight of the item you ll be hanging onto the wall.