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Step 2: Know which fasteners you will need. You will need to choose a fastener that works with your wall type. Fasteners are what hold the shelves and brackets to the wall. There are many different types of fasteners. For traditional walls of gypsum wallboard screwed to wood studs, an expansion fastener will work. These are often included with the kits. With expansion fasteners, you drill a hole on the wall and insert the plastic sleeve. When you screw the screw into the plastic sleeve, the sleeve expands, securing the fastener to the wallboard. A more robust version of the expansion fastener will work with wallboard for heavier weight. When you insert these fasteners into the wall and tighten the screw, the rear of the fastener is pulled forward, securely clamping the fastener to the wallboard. Some walls are made of other materials beside wallboard. For plaster and lathe walls or plywood walls, often a toggle fastener is best. When you push these through the hole, the wings spring open, holding the fastener in place.
Pictured from left to right: toggle fastener, expansion fastener and heavy-duty expansion fastener.
Read and follow the operating instructions for the use of the accessories used in this guideline. Always wear safety goggles and other appropriate safety items for protection.
