Another anchor that we use frequently goes by several different names but can be called a drywall anchor, Zip It or Twist & Lock. Basically, these are either large plastic or metal screws.

The pack includes 25 durable 2.5-inch-long toggle bolts that hold up to 100 pounds. You can also use them to attach items to the ceiling, but you should reduce the load capacity to 50 pounds if ...

Toggle Bolts These are my go-to drywall anchors for hanging televisions, heavy mirrors and large artwork, with weight capacities of 200 to 300 lbs. in 1/2-in. drywall.

A traditional toggle bolt with a 1/8-inch-diameter screw will support approximately 50 pounds in 1/2-inch drywall, and cost about $8 for 50 screws and toggles.

Fold-Out Toggle Strength: Toggler 50525 Drywall Anchor Tried-and-True Toggle Bolt: Blue Hawk ¼-inch toggle bolt 7164 Drywall Anchor Spider-Leg Toggle Mechanism: Hillman 41304 Drywall Anchor ...

Use toggle bolts when hanging things from drywall A toggle bolt is a spring-loaded fastener and a bolt. You can buy them in a variety of diameters, which will determine the size of the hole you ...

Step 2 Drill. Your toggle bolts are going to require a hole noticeably larger than your old drywall anchors – the reason is the toggle end of the bolt flips open inside the wall.

Select the location for the anchor plate (it cannot be over a wall stud) and use a No. 2 Phillips screwdriver to twist the toggle into the wall until the end flange is flush with the wall.