7 Best Of Hanging Heavy Objects On Plasterboard Walls Best Images PNG. Screws and screws with masonry anchors for heavy items are your best choice for hanging things on plaster walls without picture rail. Traditionally toggle bolts had served as the go-to for hanging heavy items on drywall.
The Proper Way to Hang Objects 10 to 25 Pounds Instead use a threaded drywall anchor to securely hold objects between 10 and 25 pounds such as heavy picture frames bulletin boards mirrors and light-weight shelving. They can generally support pictures of up to 20 pounds. Though there are several methods of locating studs or supports behind the wall the most reliable is using a magnetic stud finder.
For lighter items simply screwing into the plaster with a 1 14 drywall screw is usually enough to get the job done.
For lighter items simply screwing into the plaster with a 1 14 drywall screw is usually enough to get the job done. Probably the best solution of all fixings commonly available since it covers the largest area behind the plasterboard spreading the pressure from cabinet more evenly and not only on single point where its screwed in. No power tools are required for this self-drilling fastener. Use a toggle bolt or anchor to hang the piece on areas with no studs This Old House says.