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Old 09-03-2024, 01:43 PM
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I found that my Designer home (built 2004) has a mix of wood and metal studs. For the metal studs, I used "Toggler" SNAPTOGGLE heavy-duty toggle bolts. They are rated as having a tensile strength of 265 lb. in 1/2" drywall. I used ~30 Togglers to install ClosetMaid vertical shelving brackets. Also used 2 Togglers to put up a massive 53 pound, 63" x 43" antique mirror. It took a bit of engineering to devise the appropriate hardware to use for hanging the mirror. Very happy with performance. Installation is not difficult, but more involved than driving in wood screws. I have 8 left over, if anyone wants them.
-- Manufacturer's website: SNAPTOGGLE | Heavy Duty Toggle Bolts | Heavy Duty Wall Anchors
-- Spec sheet: https://toggler.com/pdfs/SNAPTOGGLE-...Bolts-2024.pdf
-- Lowes: TOGGLER 802-lb 3/16-in x Assorted Length Toggle Bolt Drywall Anchors with Screws Included (10-Pack) in the Anchors department at Lowes.com