Questions tagged [brackets]
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Special sized towel rack brackets needed - do they exist?
I'm trying to replace my bathroom towel racks, without re-drilling holes in the wall. The previous rack's holes are wider apart than all the standard holes I'm finding in stores, so I'm not finding ...
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Post to beam connections
I was told that I could find some angle brackets to secure the post to the beam. However, I'm finding nothing that doesn't require me to remove the set beam and start over. What is code? Is this going ...
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Need advice on how to make a projector screen fit into an area
We have a projector screen that can easily be lowered or raised electronically, whose top support is 113" wide, and whose physical edges are each 3 and half inches inset from the sides, so the screen ...
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How to support 2 x 10 on concrete?
I'm thinking of building a mailbox like in this picture
Problem is that I need to bolt it down onto concrete. Any suggestions on the best way to support 2 pieces of 2x10 at around 4 feet high?
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Small red brick wall area to hold L brackets
Refer to image below, I would like to know are my wall and the custom build L brackets able to hold around 50kg includes table top.
Ps: the L brackets is flat not those angle L
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Is there a name for right angle braces / brackets that have enlarged holes for adjustments?
I like building furniture, and at times need to use right angle brackets. The problem is that when I'm screwing them in, right at the end they'll shift the tiniest bit which throws off everything. ...
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What is the recommended post cap or strapping for corner post under beam and rim joists?
I'm trying to find the appropriate strapping to secure a beam to a post, while providing a means to attach a double rim-joist. Consider the drawings below:
In both of these drawings if I use a post ...
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Looking for a particular dual-track shelving bracket.
I'm considering a dual-track wall shelf system for our living room:
(Photo from Home Depot/Rubbermaid)
I'd also like to hang a few things from the tracks other than shelves. For example, I'd like to ...
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Ceiling Fan Junction Box Converter/Bracket 1/2 inch width difference
First time poster. I feel like I have researched everywhere and not found the answer I am looking for. I've called a few manufactures of ceiling fans who didn't have any answers either. I began ...
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Mounting a TV on the wall
I am trying to mount a 20 inch TV on a plasterboard wall. There are only two studs in the wall. One where I won't be able to see the TV and the other above an electrical socket. I do not want to put ...
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Strap Mount Bracket, what is it called?
I am looking for a strap mount bracket. I have seen them on products but I need to buy one for a home project and can't find one for sale, probably because I don't know what it is called.
The ...
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3 way 90 deg joint
Hey I'm looking to buy (8x) this bracket/join to make a studio box but, I'm not able to find the correct name to look up the prices online. What the name of this joint/bracket?
PVC or Metal is don't ...
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Wall shelving: 2 or 3 brackets?
I am trying to build wall shelves in this little nook here. The space is 52 inches long.
I'm using these wooden brackets from Ikea:
But I am unsure whether to use 2 brackets, or 3. (2 would be ...
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Does anyone know what kind of rod to use with these brackets?
We have an old home (circa 1920). Our front door has windows on the side and above those windows are these curtain brackets. Unfortunately the remodelers didn't leave the curtain rods, and they are ...
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Are cleats/brackets for attaching timber to brick available in different sizes
(Based in the UK) I am building a fence on top of a low wall by attaching 100mm fence posts to the brick wall and then attaching my fencing to the posts.
My problem is this the fencing is quite heavy ...
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Mechanised TV stand
I would like to create a Media Unit which has a TV that slides up and down within.
I don't necessarily want it to be motorised as they seem quite expensive.
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Knee Brace support Hanger for Treehouse
I am going to be building a Treehouse soon, and am researching the best and most cost effective means to do so. I am good on the platform and beams (using Treehouse Attachment Bolts), and am going to ...
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Can I use braces to fix squeaky floors?
I have quite a few squeaky floors in my 6-month-old house. The main floor plywood (glued and nailed) got rained on as it was being assembled. My basement is unfinished. I would like to do some repairs ...
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What do you call the attach-y things on the business end of adjustable shelf brackets?
See this here? I am trying to find something like it so that I can create wall riser extensions for my cubicle at work. I'd cut some lengths of 3/16"-thick board, attach to them these brackets, and ...
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How to attach mounted flat-screen TV to the wall so that it lines up perfectly?
As you can see the TV in the following pictures has been attached to the wall behind it but it does not line up in a straight manner with the furniture below it (the piece of furniture is perfectly ...
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Where can I find a metal one of these online? [closed]
I need something like the following but made of metal.
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Where can I get unusual dowel/shelf bracket sizes? [closed]
I need to put up shelves inside a custom shelving unit. However, the original toggles that held up the shelves were lost in a move. I was thinking dowels but I've been told that the originals were ...
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Installing a ceiling light with screw holes that don't match the ceiling bracket
I want to install an IKEA Calypso ceiling light. The screw holes in my ceiling measure 7 cm across.
The screw holes on the light differ - they measure 9 cm across. How would I screw in the light if ...
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Hardware (clamp and/or spacers) to mount a horizontal pipe to a roof?
Related question: What is this called (adjustable angle pipe footplate)?
After posting that previous question, I began to think that there's likely both a cheaper, and sturdier way to accomplish what ...
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Is there a standard hole diameter for corner braces?
I'm planning a project that requires corner braces, and I want to figure out what size bolts I can put through them. Unfortunately, at least on the Home Depot website, the corner brace product ...
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How to shape this metal?
The metal below was a banding strap in its former life. It is magnetic but slightly rusted at spots, so probably galvanized steel?
On the left you can see that I have started to shape the metal. ...
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How do I secure a one-armed toilet paper holder, which constantly slips off the mount?
I have a toilet paper holder attached to a tile wall with a single finger bracket (per the manufacturer). The holder constantly slips the finger bracket, goes loose, and leans to the side. The ...
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What is the standard distance a closet rod should be from the back wall?
Is there a standard distance that a closet rod should be from the back wall of the closet? Is there also a minimum? If so, will all standard closet rod brackets conform to this depth?
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In what orientation should this L-bracket be when hanging shelves?
I have a few L-brackets for hanging shelves. The brackets are asymmetric, where one L arm is longer than the other, just like a real "L" (similar to this).
Is there a preferred or recommended way ...
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What would a bracket for holding 1 5/8" square post be called?
For stabilizing a handrail post, using 1 5/8" square posts, I'm seeking a bracket shaped like so:
Where the U shaped bracket would tightly press the post against a surface. First what might this be ...
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How can I hang a ceiling fan with a 3/4 inch difference between the junction box and bracket?
I've taken down an old ceiling fan for replacement and found the octagonal junction box to be approx 3/4in above the ceiling, it isn't flush with the drywall which the new ceiling fan bracket mount ...
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Where can I find very strong wall brackets capable of supporting a punch bag?
I'm looking for an alternative to brackets actually made for punch bags as those available to me are very expensive. I need a bracket capable of holding a ~35kg/77lb punch bag that would be swinging ...
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Can I support a granite countertop overhang with embedded steel bars?
I have read that you can support a granite overhang (such as a bar) using 1/4" steel bars below or embedded in the rough top.
The purpose of this is to support the 16" overhang without using corbels ...
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Is there any harm in using shorter shelf brackets with a deeper shelf?
I'm planning on installing Ikea shelves mounted on wall brackets (using the Antonius system). Until recently there were Antonius shelves 14 3/8 inches deep, but now they've disappeared, leaving only ...
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What kind of bracket am I looking for?
I am trying to Support a little 8x12 pre-existing roof with 4x4's. there are 2x4 plates where I am trying to support, the 4" side down. I would rather not just toenail the 4x4 to the plate, and I know ...
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What is this small L shaped bracket thing called?
I have a drawer that broke because the screw which held this little plastic piece was tightened too far and cracked it. Could someone help me identify it so that I can order another one?
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What fastener should I use to attach an aluminium bracket to a wall?
Is it OK to use a regular zinc plated screw when fastening an aluminum bracket to a wall?
It might seem like a silly question but I have heard that mixing metals in fastening applications can result ...
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How do I fit a joist in this small space?
This is a follow on question from here:
Floor joists connection to eaves
Since this question, I have been told I need 8" joists for my span and I have exposed my eaves area to see what space I've ...
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What bracing is appropriate for this shelving?
I've built a work bench by modifying some plans I found, and one part of the modification involved installing a shelf. The bench is 8' long, stable and solid, and I used 4x4x6 uprights in the back ...
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How do I install a 2 gang low voltage bracket?
Purchased varying 1 gang and 2 gang low voltage screw-in type brackets as seen here.
Upon inspection they appeared to simply sit in the wall with the the screws being screwed into the side of the dry ...
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What size of lumber should I use for the mounting rail for shelves and cabinets?
I recently scrounged some steel shelving that I'd like to hang in my garage. This used to be in an office, its for paperwork but will work great for some things in my garage.
The mounting holes on ...
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