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This guide is for DIY enthusiasts and tradespeople needing to securely mount heavy items on plasterboard walls. The GripIt Red 18mm fixings offer a robust, vice-like grip, capable of holding up to 74kg per fixing, making them ideal for shelves and cabinets. A key caveat is the requirement for a specific 18mm drill bit and the optional, but recommended, Undercutting Tool for optimal performance on certain plasterboard types. This system comprises durable fixings and screws designed for reliable plasterboard installations.
| Colour | Red |
|---|---|
| Model Part Number | GP1825 GRPUCT18 |
| Brand | GripIt |
Each GripIt Red fixing is rated to hold up to 74kg when installed correctly in plasterboard.
The Undercutting Tool is especially recommended for dot and dab, double thickness, or insulated plasterboard to ensure the GripIt wings deploy correctly. For standard plasterboard, it is usually not required, but check the fitting to ensure the wings are fully engaged.
You will need an 18mm drill bit for the GripIt Red fixings.
Yes, the GripIt Red fixings are removable and can be reused in a new location.
Each pack contains 25 GripIt Red fixings and 25 corresponding 5.0 x 30mm screws.
Yes, they can be used in insulated plasterboard, but using the Gripit Undercutting Tool is highly recommended for proper installation.
Ensure the correct 18mm drill bit was used. If drilling into dot and dab or thicker plasterboard, confirm the Undercutting Tool was used to create the necessary recess for the wings to deploy fully. Check that the wings have indeed deployed behind the plasterboard.
Ensure you are using a sharp 18mm drill bit. Plasterboard can vary in density; apply steady pressure and consider using a masonry drill bit designed for harder materials if standard bits struggle.
Verify the hole diameter is exactly 18mm. If the hole is too small, the fixing may not insert properly. If the hole is too large, the fixing may not grip effectively. Ensure no plasterboard debris is obstructing the hole.
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