Can you use toggle bolts for grab bars?
Can you use toggle bolts for grab bars?
Our solution, which we recommend, is to use toggle bolts to attach the grab bars. Toggle bolts have wings that open inside a hollow wall. They are commonly used to hang heavy objects on drywall where setting a screw or nail in a stud isn’t possible. Grab bars are attached by three fasteners on each side.
Can you use anchors for grab bars?
Mount Your Grab Bar With Wall Anchors But drilling that many 1/2-in holes in plain drywall can weaken the wall enough for the mounting area to break off. You can use three anchors per flange in tile over drywall and in plaster walls—particularly plaster over lath—because both are stronger than plain drywall.
What is a WingIt feature?
The WingIt™ is the only fastening system that can install directly into the wall board, not needing an attachment to the structural support, and surpass American with Disability Act (ADA) and all building code requirements. For secure grab bar installation in thick drywall and tile.
Do shower grab bars have to be installed in studs?
Grab bars are highly recommended to be installed into wall studs to ensure the security of the bar. Wall anchors can be used in place and will provide a secure grounding for the installation, even with tile walls.
How long does it take to install a Wingit grab bar?
The WingIt™ grab bar fastening system allows for the installation of grab bars in all building wall substrates in ten to fifteen minutes. Drill two holes per standard grab bar and install the WingIts™. There are no special tools or skills required. WingIt’s™ come 1 PER PACKAGE and you will need to order 2 WINGIT’S to mount a grab bar
What kind of fastener to use on wingits grab bars?
Rated for up to 600 lbs. in tile and drywall, the WingIts Studless Install Grab Bar Fastener incorporates ultra-strong fastener technology to allow for quick installation of WingIts and WingIts compatible grab bars.
Do you need studs for a grab bar?
With no blocking or wall studs required, this fastener is fire retardant and installs completely waterproof in both new and existing construction, used extensively in commercial, institutional and residential grab bar installations.
Can you use Wingit anchors on screw flanges?
Not for use with exposed screw flanges. WingIt’s™ are compatible with most “Straight” and “Custom Configuration” Grab Bars. Typical Use: Used for drywall installations.
