Hanging Heavy Objects From Ceiling

Measure and mark where the toggle bolts will go.

Hanging heavy objects from ceiling. Mark the mounting holes with the pencil. The shank of the hook must bite at. When hanging a heavy object to the ceiling you need to find a sturdy.

Place the mounting bracket for the object over the pencil line and center it on the joist. How to hang heavy objects 1. Measure the distance between the item s hanging hooks or chains.

Locate the joist with a stud finder and mark the center of the joist with a pencil. However different anchors should be used for different objects. Hanging from hollow drywall or plaster 1.

Some of the training equipment previously mentioned like gymnastic rings are not. Finding a secure location for ceiling mounting. Screw a 1 inch or larger hook into a rafter to hang a heavy plant or other object.

Anchor a heavy object to the ceiling with a toggle bolt. Climb a sturdy ladder or step stool so you can comfortably reach. If you plan to hang the object from a single eyebolt or hook skip this step.

Find the ceiling support beams which support the floors above your head and are therefore strong enough to support a heavy object. Install blocking between a. Hanging the item with the chains running at an.