What happens if an anchor is too short?

Always purchase the screws and anchors together, because if the screw is too large it will bind in the anchor, and the anchor will twist loose. If the screws are too small, it will not spread the anchor open and secure to the Sheetrock.

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There are many kinds of wall anchors on the market today and it seems everyone wants to reinvent the wheel. However, in many applications, you cannot beat the old, proven way of doing things. Plastic anchors have been around a long time. But, having them work successfully is a common complaint, and in most instances the reason for failure is operator error, not faulty design. Plastic anchors should be used for Sheetrock application only, even though package details claim they can be used in brick or block applications; masonry does not allow the anchors to spread properly. The hole size is critical to the success of the anchor. The drill bit should be no larger than the small end of the anchor, and I find choosing a bit one size smaller than the package recommends gives you better success. It should not be easy to slip the anchor into the hole in the Sheetrock. Instead, place the anchor securely with a hammer. Finally, the screw size should match the anchor size. Always purchase the screws and anchors together, because if the screw is too large it will bind in the anchor, and the anchor will twist loose. If the screws are too small, it will not spread the anchor open and secure to the Sheetrock. For many do-it-yourselfers this may seem like an insignificant tip, but sometimes the smallest jobs can lead to the most aggravations. Tom Tynan has a degree in architecture from the University of Miami, Fla., and is host of the “Homeshow” on KILT-AM (610), 8-11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday.

He is owner of Tynan Construction Inc. and Tom Tynan Homes.

Questions may be submitted to tom@tomtynan.com.

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What is difference between anchor bolts & foundation bolts?

Foundation bolts are coupled with hex nuts and plate washers to secure the joint. Foundation bolts are often used in bent profile such as J and L. Foundation bolts are also known as anchor bolts or bent bolts. Foundation bolt comes in many types, sizes and external coatings, depeding upon its application.

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Foundation Bolts

Category : Bolts;

Alias : Anchor Bolts, Bent Bolts;

Foundation Bolts are long threaded bolts, straight or bent in different styles, used for anchoring steel profiles and plates to concrete. Foundation bolts are coupled with hex nuts and plate washers to secure the joint. Foundation bolts are often used in bent profile such as J and L. Foundation bolts are also known as anchor bolts or bent bolts. Foundation bolt comes in many types, sizes and external coatings, depeding upon its application. Foundation bolt dimensions are defined in both metric and imperials sizes with unified national coarse pitch (UNC), fine pitch (UNF), fixed pitch (UN) and iso metric thread profile. These are produced across all material categories and astm specifications. ASTM A307, A325, A354, F1554 are most commonly supplied specification for foundation bolts. Browse the page for information on foundation bolt manufacturing process, forming method, available sizes, sub-types, thread types, metric and imperial dimension standards, weight charts, torque values, material categories, grades and astm specifications.