Plasterboard Fixings

Fixing into plasterboard - whether on a timber or metal stud partition, or a dry-lined masonry wall - requires fittings specifically designed to grip in hollow or low-density material. At the DIY Hardware Store, our plasterboard fixings range covers spring toggles, plastic expansion plugs, nylon plugs, and specialist anchors for the full range of load requirements in plasterboard walls and ceilings.

The correct fixing for plasterboard depends entirely on the load being applied and whether there is solid structure (a timber or metal stud) behind the fixing point. Where a stud is present, fixing into it with a standard screw is always preferable. Where no stud is accessible, the type of hollow wall anchor determines the maximum load. Plastic expansion plugs suit very light loads (pictures, small shelves). Nylon plugs offer slightly better performance for medium loads. Spring toggles provide the maximum available load capacity in a plasterboard-only fixing by spreading load across the full back face of the board.

Always check the load rating of the fixing against the weight being supported, with an appropriate safety margin. Browse the full range at the DIY Hardware Store.

  • Spring toggles for maximum load capacity in hollow walls
  • Plastic expansion plugs for light loads and picture hanging
  • Nylon rimmed and rimless plugs for medium-duty fixing
  • All-purpose expansion plugs for brick, block, and board
  • Fix into studs whenever accessible - always preferable
  • Load ratings clearly specified - observe with appropriate safety margin