How to Use Toggle Bolts

[@benjaminmoore3602]

As soon as I saw the handlebar mustache I knew this video would get me through this process. Thank you sir

[@dwcoffey]

LOL! Thanks Benjamin, I appreciate you watching!

[@Junkman2008]

That, in combination with that "good ol' boy" accent. You know he's never paid a handy man to do anything. He even has the name of your neighbor you ask for information because he seems to have done it all. *"Your helicopter won't start? Go ask Dennis. He'll know what to tell ya'."* 😅😅

[@dwcoffey]

@Junkman2008 That totally made my day!!! Thank you for that comment sir!!

[@Junkman2008]

😁😁😁😁😁

[@crybaby0214]

Cannot go wrong when you see the handle bar mustache. I stopped immediately 😂 liked and subscribed.

[@anotherdimension2915]

3 days researching these and you are the first to show this technique step by step!!!!!!!!!!!! Bless you & Thank You Sir!!!!!!!!!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thank very much for watching!

[@tracysoriano3518]

Same, three days asking and researching how to get these things to work and he was the only one who showed it step by step and explained everything

[@macnolds4145]

Ditto.

[@meredithbrasca4596]

Thank you! Your explanation at 8:25 was so what I needed to know! (I couldn't figure out why it wasn't snuggling up 😅.) Great demonstration!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thanks for watching, Meredith!

[@jsbarnum]

When I saw this video was over 9 minutes long, I thought it would be full of useless rambling, but it was great - everything you explained was very helpful. Being able to see both sides of the wall made it easy to understand, and I really liked how you explained common mistakes to avoid. Thank you!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much for watching, Jesse! Yes, I try to keep my vids as short as possible. Especially my later videos. I don't like to waste anybody's time. Thanks again!

[@memella]

I went to 5 other videos and none of them showed anywhere near the amount of detail to get a good understanding of how these bolts actually work "with a thing in the middle" - whereas you covered everything in one - THANK YOU

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching!

[@alexsandra9000]

Me too! I also appreciate that I can actually hear you. Many of the other videos didn't use a personal microphone.

[@roseopl7]

It's ridiculous the number of videos that don't show how to actually hang something with these. Thank you!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this one helped! Thank you for watching!

[@sdickey3947]

Thank you for explaining, in detail, how to use these and what to watch out for. You're a great teacher.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you very much Summer! I appreciate you watching.

[@brettepruitt8960]

Video by a real pro who not only speaks clearly, but knows how to explain things. Thanks.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Brette! I really appreciate your support and your kind comments!!

[@karenflowers9611]

There are good teachers and they are rare. You are one, thank you. I need to toggle into a block wall -wish me luck

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much, Karen! I really appreciate your kind comment and thank you for watching! I'm sure you're going to do a fine job!

[@tommyshafer]

A+ tutorial. Great job demonstrating and explaining.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you Tommy! I appreciate you watching!

[@laurashearer4313]

Really, the best! I'm a teacher used to explaining complicated things to people who don't understand. I came to this video not knowing or understanding anything about using a drill, and certainly not about toggle bolts. But you, sir, walked me through it step by step with visuals and clear language. The public schools could use a guy like you in the classroom! Thank you.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much, Laura! I really appreciate you watching, and thank you so much for the kind words!

[@25bonsai]

Omg that’s exactly what I thought, he should be a teacher because the way he explained just instantaneously stuck with me

[@brolgadeolga954]

It's very generous of you to share all the pitfalls and to demonstrate what happens on the other side of the wall. Thank you!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching! I'm glad this was helpful!

[@salehayub518]

One of the best tutorials ever I watched on KZbin!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you Saleh! I appreciate you watching!

[@paulmendoza9736]

Every video on KZbin needs to be like this one. Clear, informative, with an example. Almost like Jesus Himself was explaining it to me.

[@dwcoffey]

I really appreciate that compliment!! Thank you for watching, Paul!

[@theinfiniteforce]

Brilliant. I especially liked you took the time to explain common mistakes to avoid, as well as extra steps you might need to take like using a washer.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching!

[@livilusu]

I love your clear and detailed explanation. I have watched other videos and nobody does it like you. I have never done toggle bolts before but you just gave me good tips to my adventure. Wish me luck. Thanks!!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching! Thank you also for such kind comments.....I really appreciate it. I'm glad to know this helps and please let me know if I can help with anything. I'm sure you will do a great job!

[@markhowe5539]

Got to admit, the videos from BULLFIX FIXINGS are better and Cheaper kzbin.info/www/bejne/bX-mlnemmcuHqMk

[@amandamaciocia3281]

That was incredibly helpful!! Thank you, I never understood how to tighten the bolt to the toggle after it was in the wall. Now I feel ready to do it right this time!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm really glad this helped, Amanda! I'm sure you'll do a great job. Thanks for watching!

[@1abahta]

I am glad I found this lesson after it has been posted three years ago. I Just bought toggles from home depot to install my tv wall unit on the dry wall. Your step by step on how to use toggles helped me a lot. Thx for sharing your knowkedge. God bless you. Abraham from Ethiopia residing in Alexandria Virginia.

[@dwcoffey]

I'm very happy this helped! Thanks for watching, Abraham!

[@barryschimmel42]

The clearest, most comprehensive video I've seen on toggle bolts. Couldn't figure it out until I saw that video!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Barry! I appreciate it!

[@rebeccawyatt8511]

Thank you!!! My husband really screwed up trying to install some toggle bolts, but you explained exactly where he went wrong and I fixed it. You are an absolute lifesaver!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Rebecca! I'm glad to know this helped you to straighten it out!!

[@TY-up1xp]

This was very helpful! Thank you especially for the visual from behind and showing how to put pressure while putting the screw/bolt in. I was wondering how that should happen. I am not handy at all, but I think I can manage this now.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching!

[@inagorden2202]

Thank you so much for this video! I searched for one and none explained how to from start to finish. Best tutorial I’ve found. Simple and easy to follow.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Ina!

[@kcfield1]

Dennis: I wanted to thank you for saving me from trouble. I was installing a small cabinet onto drywall with toggle bolts, but hadn't thought to use the wood board. Had I not used the board, I never would have gotten the bolts tight. Using the board, I was able to do exactly what you taught--exert pressure allowing the bolt to properly tighten. It came out great thanks to your help.

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thanks for watching, Keith!

[@Eighth_element]

2:15 love the video, thanks for sharing! I had a ruler handy and decided to measure the bolt and then verified with a quick google search, the first number is the bolt diameter, which is why you won’t be able to measure the toggle and get the number!

[@dwcoffey]

thanks! Thank you for watching, Matt!

[@kennyjones2824]

My dad had these laying around the garage when I was a kid. Never knew what they did. Thanks for the clarification!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Kenny!

[@chrismartinelli9153]

Great vid to explain. One thing though. You can get the other toggle in on opposite side of board after tightening the one. You kind of have to do both together. It’s tricky.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Chris!

[@vicentezuno9335]

Thank you, sir. Great explanation, just the right video length, and straight to the point.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching!!

[@katnextgap]

Thank you so much for explaining so clearly. A lot of times I end up looking up terms while I’m trying to understand how to complete a home maintenance project, so I really appreciate how you kept it straightforward and understandable to laymen.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank yo so much! I appreciate you watching, and glad this helped!

[@emilywalker9237]

I’m glad I watched a 2nd video, this one, on the topic. I would’ve screwed up the 3-4 exposed thread part, no pun intended. You’re good at this!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Emily! I'm glad it helped!

[@lisasclafani5185]

wanted to hang peg board up and your precise explanation of toggle bolt use was just the know how I needed. Great job with play wall.

[@dwcoffey]

Fantastic! Thank you for watching, Lisa!

[@duanegriffin3808]

Today was my first experience with a toggle bolt and your video was very helpful. Especially the part about keeping tension in order to tighten the bolt. Thank You!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Duane!

[@edmonds7796]

Perfect! I have an old extremely heavy medicine cabinet I couldn’t put back up because I couldn't figure how to use the toggle bolts. Simple and fast instruction, very clear. Thanks so much!!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching!!

[@mistynrocky3]

excellent....your one of the few that explains important details of anchors and size of screws to use

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching!

[@patrickoliveira554]

Great job explaining. Tried explaining to my wife and you did a way better job.

[@dwcoffey]

LOL! Thanks for watching, Patrick! I'm glad I could help. My wife gets mad at me when I'm explaining things to her....maybe I'll get you to return the favor next time! haha.

[@bec11mort]

I really appreciate how you explain why you do things the way you do!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching!

[@adannaonwukanjo8313]

Amazing video for those who have no clue on how to do home repairs. Thank you so much!!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Adanna!

[@robertlawrence3883]

Helpful video. Included crucial information left out by another video I'd watched. Enabled me to complete the task.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Robert!

[@starlightgirl1695]

This was SOOOOOOO helpful- thank you!!! Best one I watched.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching!!

[@lindalee5805]

This instructional video is just what I needed. You are a great teacher, Mr. Coffey. Thank you!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching!

[@chicaorchard704]

Wonderful video!! Thank you! I am trying to repair a house falling apart (this am was the threaded anchors coming off wall for curtain rods etc.) I have no experience and no choice but to repair it all myself. Videos like this help remove a bulk of the stress, and instills confidence. My sincerest thanks and gratitude for a quality tutorial!!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank yo so much for watching, I really appreciate the support. Also really glad to know this helped and thanks for the kind comment!!

[@DanielBlakeInvesting]

Best video I've seen on drywall anchoring, can tell you really know your stuff. Thanks!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks Daniel! I appreciate you watching!

[@amygolden7230]

Thank you for making these instructions so easy for someone who has zero idea what they are doing. I truly appreciated your video and your help

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Amy!

[@csling2539]

I was at a loss, but this video has helped so much! Thank you for posting!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

[@cassandrajones4927]

I was searching for a video to help me do my closet with industrial clothing wall racks and your video popped up and I just want to say after watching a few videos your video is the only one I commented on because it is a indepht video and it is all I need. I feel confident now and i want to say Thank You so much, I want to become a Do-It-Yourself kind of girl so I will be subscribing to your chanel. You are a excellent teacher. God Bless You As Well, In Jesus Name, Amen

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much, Cassandra!! I really appreciate this kind comment and thank you for watching!

[@heidijo5090]

Awesome video! Thank you for the detailed instruction. I watched a few videos before finding yours and yours is perfect for a girl that isn't sure what she's doing! Your instructions are easy to follow and it helps that you explain everything! Thanks again!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thank you for watching, Heidi Jo!! If you know of other videos I could make that would be helpful, please let me know! thanks

[@deborahkoerber4634]

Great video. I knew how they work, but wanted to make sure I was aware of anything that can go wrong, so I can prevent it. You explained it perfectly.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Deborah!

[@patriciadavis6907]

I teach a gallery management course to undergraduates at a public university, so like one of the previous commenters, I too am VERY accustomed to demonstrating very detailed processes... I've recently tasked a couple of my graduate teaching assistants with installing some overhead shelving in our workroom/storage areas. The walls have no plywood backing and we have metal studs. The shelves will be housing the smaller (yet somewhat heavy) things we use to display artworks like 20+ floating shelves, iMac computers, and projectors and packing and shipping materials. THIS tutorial will save me SO MUCH time and frustration because I don't have to be there to walk them through this process. Plus you've explained some of the nuances of "why," not just the "how." That extra information is critical when people need to understand how to troubleshoot. Thanks for such a detailed video!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much, Patricia! I appreciate you watching and also sharing how this helped. I'm glad to know it has been uselful! Thanks again!

[@juliespark7326]

You really explain it throughly and the tips are wonderful. I'll be back when I want to know. Thanks

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Julie!

[@MPHR125]

Great video...exactly what I needed. Like others, I looked at several before finding yours. No comparison! Thanks.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching!

[@dominotetris]

Very helpful video! I need to use toggle bolts for a garden project of mine and I'd never heard of them before. You explained them exceptionally well, thank you!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you Alex! I appreciate you watching!

[@christinedefreese5410]

Excellent explanation on how to use a toggle bolt. I tried to use a regular wall plug to mount a bicycle bracket on garage wall. All had gone well until? We hung the bike lol good thing we were there to grab it quickly before it hit the ground!! We had been given incorrect knowledge on what type of hardware for the job. You made a 68 year old grandma and 12 year old young man very ☺happy!! Thanks ! He safe and well! Have a Blessed Holiday! xo

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you Christine! I'm so glad that no damage was done to your bike! Thank you very much for watching.

[@TLZoomerBoom]

Awesome, thorough, concise. Well done. Thank you.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching!

[@macnolds4145]

Thank you so much! I'm a nerd who is not handy at all, but somehow got convinced to do a "closet project." Anyway, part of it involved needing a toggle anchor / toggle bolt / molly bolt / hollow butterfly anchor / etc. I needed every single tip outlined in this video and it ended up working perfectly!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped and glad the project turned out well! Thanks for watching!

[@glodilocks33]

Very helpful. Thanks for showing in details like ; you have to put your object first, you need to apply outward pressure. I needed exactly this. Thanks

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you very much for watching!

[@roxanepiedra2428]

Your step by step informative video helped me out so much!, especially with you demonstrating what you were saying and the tips given. Thank you !

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thanks for watching, Roxane!

[@kellioreilly7188]

Thank you for this very clear and helpful video! I feel confident to use them now

[@dwcoffey]

Wonderful! Thanks for watching, Kelli!

[@alexiskurth]

Great demonstration and explanation of WHY! Thank you.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you Alexis! I appreciate you watching!

[@robertjohn4739]

Thank you for a visually complete explanation. Just what I needed!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Robert!

[@feliciacrosby9657]

Thank you so very much; this was the best tutorial for the screw toggle, now I’m about to put up my toilet paper holder shelf. Awesome job!!!!.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 God bless you as well 🙏🏽

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you Felicia! I appreciate you watching!

[@kymbo72]

never used these before, so this video was exactly what I needed. thanks heaps my man!

[@dwcoffey]

Glad it helped! Thank you for watching!

[@piratedragon703]

what a great video and explanation. I am horrrrrible at building or home improvement stuff. Really liked the behind the wall video of how it works as well as before it goes into the wall. Very well done. Thank your explanation and video! Saved for future references and look backs. Thanks a bunch.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching!

[@ashleybennett7699]

Thanks dad! You have no idea how helpful this was

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much, Ashley! I really appreciate you watching and thanks for the comment!

[@marquitalanier2312]

I'm so glad I stumbled on your video...it only took me losing 3 anchors inside the wall... Duhhh, Thank you for really clearly explaining!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Marquita! I must say, I've lost a few in the wall myself. :)

[@ppthomerson4397]

Thank you, this was so helpful. Getting ready to hang new integrated LED light fixtures and each requires 4 toggle bolts

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching!

[@jimmys.2231]

I have limit skills in home improvement. I watched, repeated, and now I thank you for showing me how sir.

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thanks for watching!

[@vjp724]

Great job. You are a great teacher. So nicely explained. I am not a DIY person by any means, but your explanation and demonstration is perfect, and I was able to hand up a light weight wall mount with confidence and ease. Thank you.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much, Vijay! I am glad this helped and I appreciate you watching!

[@fasteddievh2072]

I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciated this video. Thank you so much for taking the time to show us the tricks of the trade. I needed to use toggle bolts to hang a tv. I know I would have messed up and forgot to but the bolt through the mounting bracket first if it wasn’t for your video. I made both my teenage boys watch your video too. Take care. 🙏👍

[@dwcoffey]

That's awesome Eddie and I'm glad this helped! Thanks for watching!

[@katrinabowker7896]

I tried using toggle bolts yesterday thinking i knew what i was doing just came across this oh how badly i messed up. Thank yooou !!!! I need videos like this

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thanks for watching, Katrina!

[@Quartered_Rodent]

Thank you Mr. Coffey for the demonstration. I have a project that I will be working on with my uncle and I think this is going to help move things along just a bit faster.

[@dwcoffey]

I hope it helps! Thanks for watching!

[@donnamorin9629]

Awesome tutorial and fun! I’m hanging me some macrame planters now!

[@dwcoffey]

Fantastic! Thanks for watching, Donna!

[@AFGMustRock]

This is a great explainer, very detailed. Nicely done!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you very much! I appreciate you watching!

[@conniec2461]

Thank you! Need to hang a medicine cabinet and was not sure how ti do it. On dry wall, your step by step instructions are awesome and clear😊. Going to try it with my daughters help.

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thank you for watching, Connie!

[@jtenrec1]

Thank you sir. You are an excellent teacher. You completely changed my project for the better.

[@dwcoffey]

That's great, Alan! Thank you for sharing that and thank you for watching!

[@freedombee9900]

THANK GOD (literally) FOR YOUR VIDEO. Ive watched a few videos by other ppl to try to learn whytall my effort was useless when the screw & toggle just kept spinning & wouldnt tighten up once inside the drilled holes, so I was so stressed, & I assumed if they would screw up & tighten then they mustnt be able to unscrew either so I had no clue what to do next. 3 days later after looking at my shelf half hanging off these loose bolts & seriously stressing about it, I dared try to unscrew them (assuming why would they unscrew if they wouldnt screw in''?) but that actually worked, but I had no clue why. Meanwhile the toggles of course were now lost down the back of the wall. THANKU for explaining to pull th srew with the toggles back toward U so toggle bolts are against the back of the wall. THAT MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE. Something so simple

[@dwcoffey]

I'm so glad this helped! Thanks for watching!

[@zombie266]

Thank you for explaining it simply and being thorough.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching!

[@Emmdubbs]

Soooo helpful, very good explanation. Appreciate your time and detailed explanation

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Molly!

[@XOCHITLW]

Mr. Dennis, THANK YOU for your time to teach me how to install a toggle bolt. VERY VERY Informative. Excellent teacher!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching! I really appreciate your nice comment...thank you!

[@kathrynmallery1443]

Great tutorial on how to use Toggle Bolts to hang a medicine cabinet! Thank you so much!!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching, Kathryn!!

[@xikitagatita]

Muchas gracias, Señor Coffey! Trying to mount some studio lights and didn't really know what to do with these wing snapping bolts! 😁👍

[@dwcoffey]

De nada! Thanks for watching!!

[@mariaizabelvalentelucas3210]

Thanks for showing the other side of the wall. Have me a better understanding of how they work, but I was hoping you showed the back of the wall she it was done too. Thanks!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Maria!

[@player-zq8ql]

Great video on toggle bolts. Straight to the point and explained the why and how.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you ! I appreciate you watching!

[@phyllispayne2389]

Best explanation and demonstration ever!!!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you Phyllis! I appreciate you watching!

[@lucyw.mcmellan7274]

Excellent demonstration/explanation. Thank you.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you very much, Lucy! I appreciate you watching!

[@danmorley2338]

Best how to video I have seen. Great help!

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thanks for watching, Dan!

[@lex6794]

Thank you buddy from New Jersey I have to do this at my job tomorrow.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching! I'm glad this is helpful!

[@johnreinburg859]

Thanks Dennis, very useful and helpful information. Common sense, but we have ALL made mistakes using toggle bolts.

[@dwcoffey]

Yes sir, thanks for watching, John!

[@ohemgeexoxo]

Thanks Dennis! very informational and easy to follow.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching!

[@selena4992]

I was so confused, but you really explained this so well, thank you!!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Lena! I 'm glad this helped!

[@athenalorraine]

Thanks for the tips! Now I understand why I could not get these to tighten.

[@dwcoffey]

I'm glad this helped! Thanks for watching!

[@Who12342]

Thanks this was a great breakdown ! Got my pot hanger up.

[@dwcoffey]

Fantastic! Thanks for watching, Ursa!

[@michaelarnold2322]

Great job! Good to have a good source like yourself! Thanks!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Michael!

[@25bonsai]

Just wanted to thank you for an all inclusive simplistic straight to the point aid in accomplishing this task; and on that note heading to Home Depot tomorrow first thing to get me a 1/16” drill bit🙋🏻‍♀️👏🏻👋🏻🙏🏻 Thx again

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching! I appreciate your support!

[@25bonsai]

No thank you; quick question why is it so hard to find a 1/16” drill bit long enough to poke through and establish whether I need to use toggle bolts or anchor ? They only have the tiny short one’s

[@dwcoffey]

@@25bonsai in drywall construction, the drywall is only 1/2” to 5/8” thick, so you won’t need a very long bit. Also, you can use a larger bit, but it will of course leave a larger hole, so I’d recommend using a stud finder. If you have plaster walls, the plaster may be up to 1” thick, so if you only chuck a small amount into the drill, a 1/16” bit should still be long enough. Hope this helps!

[@plutopowered1116]

You're doing the lord's work!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching!

[@macevez]

Good explanation on the dos and don'ts. Very helpful in understanding how the toggle bolts work!

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Maria!

[@ianford1580]

Couldn't figure out why the screws were loose, of course the toggle bolt needs some tension. Thanks for the demonstration, lots of help.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you for watching, Ian!

[@JoeyPenuela]

You make it very easy to follow and cover every detail. Thanks Dennis!

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks Joey! I appreciate you watching!

[@stufffstufffington]

This is a really great video. Thank you for explaining the mechanics of how it works and showing both sides of the drywall. This is super informative.

[@dwcoffey]

Thank you very much for watching!

[@jasonkowens6820]

Great stuff and sweet handle bars too

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks Jason!! I appreciate you watching!

[@jmhwspmusic]

Great video. Straight to the point and no BS.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching!

[@hungrytroodontid]

Thank you for showing how to prevent the toggle from just loosely spinning.

[@dwcoffey]

Thanks for watching!