For lighter objects up to about 10 pounds garber recommended using a plastic wall plug.
Hanging heavy objects on concrete walls.
To use drill a hole in the.
As you might imagine solid walls like concrete brick and tile need special techniques to hang objects.
You can t just nail or glue something to bare brick.
Toggle anchors with bolts are more heavy duty holding more than 235 lbs.
When you re ready to hang the hook clean the surface of the wall with rubbing alcohol then peel off the backing from the hook and press it against the wall for 30 seconds.
Heavy objects that use brackets such as televisions and fireplace mantels use anchors with the bolt tightened against the bracket s mounting surface.
They can be installed in drywall or hollow concrete blocks and cost just over a buck a piece.
Concrete walls are capable of supporting heavy items provided that the proper anchoring device is installed.
Heavy objects that use a hanging wire such as mirrors and pictures use an anchor with its bolt head exposed.
Light duty anchors are good for wall hangings that weigh up to 50 pounds.
Lighter items up to 10 pounds can be installed using a plastic wall plug.
How to hang an object on a brick wall.
Masonry and concrete anchor types are considered light duty medium duty or heavy duty based on how much weight they can support.
Solid walls made of materials like brick concrete tile etc.
Allow the adhesive to dry for 30 60 minutes.
Specialized drill bits are required to bore through the brick and concrete sleeve anchors are needed to expand inside the brick and act as sturdy durable supports.
Tighten the bolt if needed and install the heavy object.
The heavy object s mounting method depends on the type of object and its mounting style.
Attaching heavy objects to brick is more difficult than mounting on wood or drywall.
Choose a hook that s rated to hold more than the weight of the object you are hanging.
Medium duty anchors are good for wall hangings that weigh up to 200 pounds.
If you re hanging your picture or mirror on a brick wall you ll want to use a wall anchor.
Require a different hanging technique.