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How Do You Use A Molly Bolt?

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How Do You Use A Molly Bolt?

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A molly bolt is designed to hold heavy objects onto hollow walls. They usually consist of a pointed end, which is used to help insert the bolt, the bolt or screw itself and the anchor. The anchor is a sleeve that fits around the bolt and is threaded, so it expands as the bolt is tightened. Almost all molly bolts used in residential applications are designed for drywall, but molly bolts have also been designed for other materials, such as sheet metal. Drill a pilot hole at the location you intend to insert the molly bolt. Most molly bolts will have a pointed end that allows you to drive it in without a pilot hole, but you can minimize the chance of accidental damage by drilling one. The hole should be a smaller than the width of the sleeve on the molly bolt. Place the tip of the molly bolt into the hole and drive it in with a hammer. If the hole was drilled to the correct size, this should only require light taps, but if it was too small, you will need to apply more force. Drive it in u

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