{"id":1393,"date":"2023-06-02T14:24:21","date_gmt":"2023-06-02T14:24:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/project-farm-tools.com\/?p=1393"},"modified":"2023-06-02T14:52:56","modified_gmt":"2023-06-02T14:52:56","slug":"which-drywall-anchor-is-best-lets-find-out","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/project-farm-tools.com\/which-drywall-anchor-is-best-lets-find-out\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Drywall Anchor is Best? Let’s find out!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Just about every form of modern construction uses drywall. So when it comes time to place that heavy picture or hang an object on the wall, what type of drywall anchors should you select? If you’re like me, you go to the hardware store, and there are many different options. Each option includes different weight ratings. So, are these weight ratings accurate? Also, how much damage does each of these types of anchors cause? If you’re like me, at some point, you may want to move out of your home, and you don’t want a lot of repair work to do. Also, how much damage will it cause if that drywall anchor fails? Let’s get the testing underway and see which one of these drywall anchors is the best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Go ahead and buy the best one from this test, or enjoy the review……<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n To get accurate test results, I wanted to ensure that we start with brand-new drywall that’s never been exposed to moisture. I also ensured that the drywall we used came from the same stack. I then cut out all the test pieces we’ll use today. We’re about to do a lot of damage to some drywall. Now, each sample of drywall is 16 inches by 16 inches. I chose 16 inches because, inside the wall of your home, there will be a 16-inch span between the studs. Also, there’s an X on each sample. We want to test from the center of each piece of drywall to ensure we get accurate test results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Each test sample is attached with 12 drywall screws in approximately the exact location to make sure this stays secured. On the back side, you can see the test sample. I used two-by-fours, and the drywall is very securely attached. This frame is not going to move. I’m going to secure this frame inside my test jig. We’ll apply force once it’s in place until each drywall anchor fails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I’ll insert the test piece into the holder to test the drywall anchors. Each piece is held in place by four pins. Once the test piece is in place, I’ll insert the drywall anchor into the test sample and the puller into the drywall anchor. We will apply force until the drywall anchor begins to move, which constitutes failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first thing we’ll be testing is the EZ Ancor<\/a> drywall and stud anchor. It’s designed to hold up to 50 pounds. Use a Phillips screwdriver, place it against the wall, and begin twisting. Now, you don’t want to overtighten these. Also, the weight rating of 50 pounds is designed for half-inch sheetrock, which we’ll be using today. Trying to figure out exactly when movement occurred took a lot of effort with the video editing software that I use, and it’s subject to interpretation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Near the end of this video, I’ll provide two charts. In our first test, one chart shows the weight when the movement began, and the second chart shows the weight required to cause catastrophic failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Toggler<\/a> type of high-performance anchors is rated for 675 pounds in concrete or 69 pounds in the half-inch thick drywall. A quarter-inch drill bit is needed for installation. Once the screw is inserted, the anchor expands, locking it into position. Compared to the first drywall anchor we tested, this type leaves less damage when it fails. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n It’s rated for 479 pounds in half-inch drywall. The Toggler high-performance<\/a> snap screw is a self-drilling drywall anchor. Now, this is sort of a combination of the first two that we used. This one expands and is set up like the first metal drywall anchor we tested. You press the tip of the snap screw anchor into the drywall using a number two Phillips screwdriver or screw gun. Drive the anchor clockwise into the drywall until the anchor stops flush with the outer wall surface. Place an item over the anchor and insert any fully threaded screw. Tighten the screw flush with the item. A popping sound indicates correct installation. So, when this type of anchor fails, it leaves a lot of damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Next, we’ll be testing hollow wall anchors<\/a>. These are rated for 85 pounds. When this anchor fails, it causes quite a bit of damage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n These are toggle bolts from Blue Hawk<\/a> designed for drywall and concrete. You’ll need a 5\/8-inch drill bit to drill the hole in the wall. Next, you’ll install the toggle through the hole, and then you’ll tighten it. So, there’s a lot of damage. It takes a large hole to begin with, and then, as it slips, it tends to tear away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n