Natural Handyman: Hang Almost Anything Using Wall Anchors

As I was perusing Google for some information on how to hang pictures, concerned about the weight of a particular work of art, I came across a pretty neat site called “The Natural Handyman.”  And off to the right, Wala! I saw “A Handyman’s Guide to Wall Anchors” ~ clicked on it and what a wealth of information I read there!

He breaks everything down to “What is an anchor” and upward. The next category included how much weight can an anchor hold, excellent!  I read and found out more about anchors than I ever dreamed!  He explained the types of anchors, reference names like expansion anchors or hollow-wall anchors, threaded drywall anchors, winged plastic anchors, molly bolts, toggle bolts, and so on.  He also covered on how to install and de-install – that’s a first! I have installed a number of wall anchors, plastic and metal screws, nails, but never removed a wall anchor.

Other information is provided along with picture examples and charts on allowable load capacities for toggle bolts, and when installing a toggle, what drill size is needed.  This is great!  This site pretty much covered all topics and answered my questions.  Thank you Mr. Natural Handyman!

Miya

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