What if hole is too big for anchor?

Fill the hole with any liquid glue that can be used on wood (like Elmer's). Jam in several wood toothpicks until they're very snug and entirely fill the hole. Allow to dry completely, then snap off toothpick ends so they're flush with surface. Drive your screw through the repaired hole!

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NV: Thanks for this great question because so many of us will relate to it! A loose shelf, a wobbling curtain rod, a hanging by a thread coat rack – we’ve all been there! I especially love this question because it reminds me of a repair I’ve been meaning to get to for months! I have a little coat rack next to my side door that’s been increasingly loosening from the wall, and I had better fix it before the next pleasantly plump article I hang sends it crashing to the ground… so I’m off to do it, right now! So, dear reader, whether it’s your pilot hole that’s been drilled too large or existing anchor holes (in my case) that have loosened over time from weight/yanking, there are a few ways to correct this issue.

Here are your options!

Use Larger Anchors and Screws

Just use the existing holes, but tap in fatter anchors and accompanying screws. This was the easiest solution for my coat rack. Note: For my coat rack, I used toggle bolts (see below) – in my opinion the most secure anchor in this application. Also, the holes in the wooden plate of the rack needed to be widened slightly in order to accommodate the larger screws, which was as simple as using a drill bit, and matching the new screw size to make bigger holes.

Relocate the Hanging Article

If this approach makes sense within the space, just do a quick hole repair with some spackle, then re-drill your pilot holes either above or below (to the left or right) of the original location. To be sure you’re driving into a solid part of the wall/surface, give yourself about an inch distance away from the old hole… if it’s a gapping hole, more than that – use your judgment.

Through Wood, Fill-in With Toothpicks

This toothpick trick has been around forever and you don’t need any special products to get her done. Fill the hole with any liquid glue that can be used on wood (like Elmer’s). Jam in several wood toothpicks until they’re very snug and entirely fill the hole. Allow to dry completely, then snap off toothpick ends so they’re flush with surface.

Drive your screw through the repaired hole!

Note: if you’re hanging something heavy, it will be a good idea to use a slightly fatter and/or longer wood screw.

Let us know how it goes!

PS – For information on how to install all types of anchors, check out my previous Fix-it Friday column… “Anchors Aweigh!”

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