01 11 2021 nbsp 0183 32 The Different Types of Hollow Wall and Drywall Anchors Cement Board Screw Anchor This type of anchor is best used for attaching cement board to wood and steel It can also be Expansion Anchor Expansion anchors also called wedge anchors are used with concrete masonry and more They re 06 02 2010 nbsp 0183 32 The other type of anchor the hollow wall or hollow door anchor is used in material that is thin or hollow It spreads within the opening or the hollow to provide support Once the anchor spreads open it cannot be pulled back through the opening Anchor Subtypes The Toggle Bolt Two subtypes comprise the hollow door anchor family toggle and molly Hollow Wall Anchors also called Molly Bolts Buy at Ace Hardware Buy at Do It Best These are a more heavy duty type of anchor and are beneficial when you want to hang something that will have to hold a lot of weight like shelving units They are easy to install and can hold up to 50lbs However you will need a drill for installation and they come in a wide variety of sizes The Different Types of Hollow Wall and Drywall Anchors best www thespruce com These types of anchors also expand as the screw is tightened and driven into the cavity This anchor can be installed using a hammer or a drill and can be used with various wall thicknesses These anchors are also sometimes known as Molly bolts and their maximum holding load is about Toggle Wall Anchors These are used in hollow walls including drywall plaster paneling and cinder block These make use of a spring action to expand prongs inside a hollow wall The prongs are then pressed tightly against the inside of the wall by driving the included screw A pre drilled hole large enough to insert the toggle is required

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