Smedbo Wall Plate: Mounting Tips
Place the wall plate on the wall where you want it and mark with a pen where the holes will be. Initially drill the top hole and fasten the plate without tightening the screw. Because the top hole of the back plate is horizontal, you can adjust the plate a bit from side to side before you drill the other holes and tighten the plate permanently.
The mounting instructions provided are meant only as an illustration and guide. All walls and surfaces are slightly different and may require a different type of mounting system than described below. If you have any questions or if you have any doubts as to the proper mounting procedure, we highly recommend you contact a professional for installation assistance.
Concrete
Use expansion screws or nylon toggles for heavier objects meant to take more weight. In some concrete walls, you may need to drill with a hammer-drill. Choose a drill bit with the same dimensions as the anchor.
Drywall
Use a plastic screw anchor or a nylon toggle, which expands on the inside when the screw is tightened. A nylon toggle 1" to 1¼" works well for most Smedbo products. The unique design of the nylon toggle allows it to work either as a toggle or an insert. In addition, the nylon construction makes it ideal for uses in applications subject to possible corrosion.
Brick
Brick is almost as hard as concrete, but can easily crack when you drill close to the edge. Use expansion screws or nylon toggles for heavier objects meant to take more weight. In some brick walls, you may need to drill with a hammer-drill. Choose a drill bit the same dimensions as the anchor.
Plaster
Use a plastic screw anchor or a nylon toggle, which expands on the inside when the screw is tightened. Drill a hole with the same diameter as the anchor, which should be gently pushed or hammered into the hole. For heavier objects meant to take more weight, you should not use a plastic screw anchor or nylon toggle in a plaster wall. The best method of mounting in this case is to use a wood screw going into a beam or a "stud" behind the plaster.
Particle Board
Use a plastic screw anchor or a nylon toggle, which expands on the inside when the screw is tightened. A nylon toggle 1" to 1¼" works well for most Smedbo products. The unique design of the nylon toggle allows it to work either as a toggle or an insert. In addition, the nylon construction makes it ideal for uses in applications subject to possible corrosion.
