How to Use Drywall Anchors - Mas Construction
                     
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.
Why use an anchor for 
Drywall Installation
Mounting 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.
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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.
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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The professional Mas Construction the best Drywall installation expert in Toronto is ready to help you find the 
right drywall anchor for your project, paired with expert advice on the right installation.
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