Toggle bolts are used to secure heavy objects to hollow walls. They consist of a bolt with a bendable end that snaps out to provide support. To install, drill a pilot hole, attach the bolt to the object, and drive the bolt into the wall. Consider wall strength and object weight when selecting a bolt. Molly bolts are similar but have a socket that stays in place when the bolt is removed.
A toggle bolt is a fastener used to secure heavy objects to a hollow or studless wall, such as drywall. It consists of a bolt with a special bendable end that can be flattened during installation. Once in place in the wall, the folding end snaps out to press against the wall and provide support.
To install a toggle bolt, an individual would need to start by drilling a pilot hole in the wall large enough for the bolt to fit through. If he doesn’t have a drill, a nail can be used to start the hole and a thin tool, such as a screwdriver or knife, can be used to carefully enlarge the hole until it is the correct size. The bolt is then attached to the object to be hung on the wall. The spring loaded switch cannot be moved once placed on the wall, so the item must be placed carefully. If the bolt is removed after it has been installed, the toggle will fall off and be lost behind the wall.
Once the object is attached, the toggle is placed on the bolt. The wings should open in the direction of the bolt head. The switch is then closed and the entire switch bolt is driven into the hole in the wall. Once the wings are all the way through the opening, they will unfold to the other side. To tighten the bolt, it should be pulled forward and turned clockwise. The wings should stay pressed against the wall until the bolt is tight.
When selecting a toggle bolt for a job, people should keep in mind the strength and thickness of the wall and the weight of the object being hung. Toggle bolts are measured based on the length and diameter of the bolt. Longer bolts can handle heavier loads or thicker walls. A sizing chart can help determine the right bolt size.
There are other options for strong wall anchors similar to the toggle bolt. A molly bolt, sometimes confused with a toggle bolt, has a bendable end that will attach to the back of the wall similar to how a switch does. These bendable ends are part of a bolt “socket” that is placed through the hole in the wall. They open when the housing is pushed into place, then the bolt is threaded in afterwards. When the bolt is removed, the housing holding the legs stays in place and does not fall behind the wall. However, it is not easy to remove without causing further damage to the wall.
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