Shelves onto plasterboard / tile

[Bertiee]

Hello,

We're looking at putting some shelves up in the bathroom, however the size and style we (she!) wants doesn't match up with the wall studs. I'm dubious about putting them in onto the tile and plasterboard behind but can someone tell me if it is ok, and if so what's the best way to do it?

Thanks

 

[roy c]

Use "toggle" bolts.....Check them out and see how they work...There should be a film on you tube that shows you how to use them.. I could explain but it would be quicker for you to check them out,,

 

[Bertiee]

Excellent, thanks - good advice on checking Youtube!

 

[Bertiee]

Whilst looking on Youtube I came across 'snaptoggles':

Are these better? They're about twice the cost, however since I only need 8-10 and Screwfix sell packs of 20 toggle bolts I'll only end up wasting half a pack of those anyway.

 

[roy c]

It's your choice either one will do the job. But remember that you are drilling into a stud wall so you might hit a stud, if you do you can put a wood screw in .put masking tape where you are going to drill the holes and start the drill slowly to get it to bite on the tile then speed it up .Dont forget you will need a masonary drill to go thru the tiles.Good luck.

 

[foxhole]

Tiled wall is much stronger than plain plasterboard, standard plugs give a secure fixing .