Using Wall Plugs In Concrete

If the wall plugs and screws are sold separately test the screws by inserting them inside the plug.

Using wall plugs in concrete.

In this video i show how to use wall plugs and how to select the right size wall plug screw and drill bit. The 2x4 is 1 1 2 thick. When using a drill select a bit with a diameter that is slightly smaller than the diameter of the wall anchor for a tight fit. I provide a wall plug colour chart for quick iden.

A 2x4 needs to be fastened to concrete. The usual method is to drill a hole of the correct size and then insert a plastic wall plug to screw into. It should fit snugly but drive in easily with a hammer. Buy a set of universal wall plugs if your item weighs less than 15 lbs.

Use an electric drill for concrete or wood walls and a drill or an awl for drywall. Jonniejoejonson 28 jun 2020. If it does the universal version is likely to work well. Wall plugs are very versatile and using them you can add fixings for thermalite blocks brickwork stone walls or concrete providing the masonry material is in good condition.

Can you use wall plugs with concrete screws or are they only meant for being used with woodscrews. However because the breeze block is quite soft it works much better with wall plugs. This would be the minimum length of screw that can be used. Stop once the head of the wall plug is flush against the wall.

Thanks to any responders. Concrete anchors types vary and include concrete screws hammer set anchors lag shields lead screw anchors plastic wall plugs anchor bolts and more. The point of the concrete screws is they just need a pilot hole and don t need a wall plug. An awl has the advantage of creating less drywall dust.

Tap the plastic anchor into the hole. Insert the plug into the pilot hole. If possible purchase wall plug and screw combos to ensure they will fit. Masonry and concrete anchor types are considered light duty medium duty or heavy duty based on how much weight they can support.

Using your fingers push the wall plug into the pilot hole. Drill a hole in the wall for each anchor. After pushing it into the wall as far as possible with your fingers use a hammer to carefully push it in further.