toggle bolt
Plural
toggle bolts
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a fastener with a spring-loaded wing or toggle mechanism used for secure anchoring of heavy objects to walls or ceilings
A toggle bolt is a type of fastener used to attach objects to hollow walls or ceilings, such as drywall. It consists of a bolt with spring-loaded wings or toggles that fold back when pushed through a hole and then expand once inside the wall cavity, providing a strong anchor. The bolt is then tightened to secure the object in place. Toggle bolts are commonly used for hanging heavy items like shelves, mirrors, or light fixtures, where traditional screws or nails might not provide enough support.
- To hang the heavy mirror on the drywall, I used a toggle bolt for added support.
- The toggle bolt held the shelf firmly in place, even though the wall was hollow.
- When installing the curtain rod, we used toggle bolts to secure it to the ceiling.
- The contractor recommended using toggle bolts to fasten the heavy brackets to the thin walls.
- I had to use a toggle bolt because the wall was too thin for regular screws.