How to Hang Heavy Items on Drywall

Drywall Anchors Used:

Do you need to hang heavy items on drywall? If you want know how to hang heavy mirror, or how to hang a heavy picture without a wall stud, this video is for you. We'll show you how to properly use a drywall anchor and another great hack to safely hang your items without fear of them falling.

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[monicab]

I have been so afraid to hang anything heavy because I wasn't sure how to do it. You have made it this look so simple! Thanks...now off to hang some things!

[curtkomoroski]

Your video on how to hang heavy items on drywall touched all the bases for me. You showed me exactly how to attached the drywall anchors into a drywall where there's no stud. Ironically I just came back from the hardware store with the exact plastic anchors that you were working with. Thank you very much. 👍👍

[christianheyn]

For those who don't have experience: The secret to strength in drywall is the paper on both sides! Don't hurt it, break it, tear it...just puncture it! If the toggle or screw type anchor goes in, and through, without damage to the paper, it will be amazingly strong. To achieve this, I would put a slender screw right through the drywall sheet, and avoid tear out on the backside as well.
Then set the anchor only just ( 1/32 deep, max 1/16 ) into the drywall paper, stressing it, BUT NOT BREAKING IT! THAT is the position to keep the anchor strong. Better practice it before real work, and use SLOW SPEED on your drill/driver. Good luck!

[ArmandoLacerda]

Thank you. This tip did it for me. I tried heavy Velcro stickers, usually my go to choice, but they didn’t work. This was the winner.

[Zinas_world]

Honestly this video was the easiest to understand out of all the ones I watched. Simple and straight to the point. Thanks so much!

[KathrynBedell]

Thanks for this video! I bought a 30lb wall clock that only has one hole for a nail plus I’m not 100% comfortable with using my stud finder just yet. I will try option 2 or 3.

[jamee_maree]

I have used the back of putting the screw in a little bit before starting. Totally eliminates the shift of the anchor that typically happens. I’m getting ready to do some now, and so glad I’ve found all the hacks that are out there today with SM

[RJ-lixd]

Deceiving bc the anchors may be rated to 50-100lbs but the drywall sure isn’t

[lv]

Every video I watched looks so easy but when we do it… not so easy. Sigh… I’ve had to patched so many holes and I’m tired of patching holes.

[tvrpaul]

I saw a video saying that the toggle should be up and down and not sideways and the angled end should be at the top, also the two arrows that are on the outside should be pointing up and down this way you will know the toggle is positioned right

[doofmaczemy]

Drywall anchors rated for more weight are BIG. So only use them if you want to risk tearing up the surface around the hole you are making.

[wmmoller]

Thank you very much for this video! My father is *very* handy but unfortunately also *very* bad at explaining-- he has many gifts, but teaching is not one of them XD

[michaelc.]

Just tried to hang a heavy rack 25" long on the wall using "moly" anchors rated @205lbs. Because of the size and location I could not mount to a wall stud. Well, the anchors held but the drywall didn't! The most weight that was on this rack was around 75 lbs. It is my conclusion that the drywall failed, a large chunk pulled from the wall. So now I am thinking to try mounting this rack to a longer board so that I am able to mount to wall studs....

[Rich]

Great tips. I'd suggest using a hand held screw driver for the last few turns. The power tool approach works but it's easy to drive it in too far. Same goes with power tools and plastic, good for starting but finishing off by hand can save some grief.

[lunabelle]

You’re a charming passionate dude and it shows. Loved the content. Keep it up! Subbed!

[JB-wxwo]

Comment sections are what makes YouTube platform work... Thanks guys👍

[agingsisterhood]

I love YouTube university! Thanks! Great video, I'm off to hang my shelf 😁

[yolanda]

🧐informative video. I bought the 3M claws to quickly & easily hang a large piece of art. Wondering if they will hold over time with the heavy weight

[Lucky-vcbd]

Hanging some heavy decor for my mom today. Thanks!

[traceyterry]

first time homeowner here YAY!!! ..and i have no stud where i want my 50lb mirror...dry wall anchors!! Thanks!