Tip for mounting of wall plates
Place wall plate on the wall just where you want it and mark with a pen where the holes will be. Initially drill the top hole and fasten the plate without tightening the screw. Because the top hole of the back plate is horizontal, you can adjust the plate a bit from side to side before you drill the other holes and tighten the plate permanently. This is especially practical when mounting objects on tile to avoid making unnecessary holes. Also, this procedure helps when mounting two plates placed a specific distance apart from each other such as a towel rail.
The mounting instructions provided are meant only as an illustration and guide. All walls and surfaces are slightly different and may require a different type of mounting system than described below. If you have any questions or if you have any doubts as to the proper mounting procedure, we highly recommend you contact a professional for installation assistance.
What type of wall are you mounting the product on? Concrete Drywall Brick Plaster Particle board
Concrete
Use expansion screws or nylon toggles for heavier objects meant to take more weight. In some concrete walls, you may need to drill with a hammer-drill. Choose a drill bit with the same dimensions as the anchor.
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Drywall
Use a plastic screw anchor or a nylon toggle, which expands on the inside when the screw is tightened. A nylon toggle 1" to 1¼" works well for most Smedbo products. The unique design of the nylon toggle allows it to work either as a toggle or an insert. In addition, the nylon construction makes it ideal for uses in applications subject to possible corrosion.
Brick
Brick is almost as hard as concrete, but can easily crack when you drill close to the edge. Use expansion screws or nylon toggles for heavier objects meant to take more weight. In some brick walls, you may need to drill with a hammer-drill. Choose a drill bit the same dimensions as the anchor.
Plaster
Use a plastic screw anchor or a nylon toggle, which expands on the inside when the screw is tightened.
Plaster can be porous. Drill a hole with the same diameter as the anchor, which should be gently pushed or hammered into the hole.
For heavier objects meant to take more weight, you should not use a plastic screw anchor or nylon toggle in a plaster wall. The best method of mounting in this case is to use a wood screw going into a beam or a "stud" behind the plaster.
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