how do you use drywall anchors when trying to hang things?

Answer 1

I suspect number 3 has it, though I didn't look for a link.

The anchor they may be suggesting is plastic, with a hollow in the center that will eventually accomodate a screw, The exterior of the anchor is threaded with a pointed end.

When I determine the mark/place I want the anchor, I take a philips screw driver inserted into the anchor, then tap gently with a hammer until the thread is at the drywall surface. Then I use the screw driver to turn in the anchor on its threads until it's flush with the wall. Then I insert the proper size screw,,, # 6 or # 8, often, and hang what I intend to.

Using the expandables is damaging to the drywall, on a far greater level than even the tiny plastic things that are largely ineffective too. The expandables create a larger hole in the wall than is necessary.

The above desribed plastic anchors are also stronger, in that anything hanging on them is shear weight and the threads on the anchor offer adequate support.

Besides all that, if you ever choose to remove them, just reverse the process and patch the small hole.

Rev. Steven

Answer 2

A drywall anchor is designed to expand in the back so it will grip the back of the drywall. Several types are out there (metal spring, plastic spring, metal collapsible, and plastic collapsible). You will drill a hole in the drywall, insert the anchor, and tighten. Depending on the type you will either use the mounting screw to tighten or in the case of a spring anchor you will use a set bolt to tighten then screw another screw in the hole in the center. If you are hanging something heavy I would avoid anchors and find a stud. No matter how good the anchor it may still pull through the drywall.

Answer 3

The first thing you have to do is determine how heavy the item is that you are hanging. Then, you have to decide which anchor to use. There is an anchor that has metal "wings" that pop out once you put in the wall which is great for heavy stuff. There are also plastic anchors that are put into the wall and are good for lighter items.

Drill a hole slightly smaller than than the anchor and then, for hte plastic anchors, tap it in with a rubber mallet or hammer. The metal "winged" ones are slightly more complicated, but the container should have the directions for that specific kind.

Answer 4

you just drill a hole where you want it, put in the anchor and as you tighten the screw up the sides of the anchor spread out and grip the hole.

Answer 5

Personally...

First of all, I usually throw them aside, unless the customer wants them.

I keep E-Z Ancor drywall fasteners with me at all times.

1. no holes needed
2. screw into drywall
3. insert screw
4. done

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