slightly unusual fixing query re lath & plaster

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I have some very nice stainless steel hooks that I am looking to fix into an old lath and plaster wall.

The hooks are a contemporary, simple style that are simply a curved L-shape. The length of the hook has a thread on it and is designed to simply screw into a rawplug.

I have tried using a plasterboard specific rawplug - the plastic type that expand out behind the plasterboard.

A bit like these:

www.screwfix.com/prods/58219/Fixing...er-Plasterboard-Plugs-HDF-4mm-8ga-Pack-of-100

These don't work as the plaster is too thick and the expandable bit just gets mangled up.

My preference is to the the screw type metal fixings like these:
www.screwfix.com/prods/34215/Fixings/Cavity-Fixings/Metal-RediDrivas-50mm-Pack-of-100

I generally find these the best typw of fixing into old plaster but the only ones I can find are not wide enough - ie the diameter of the screw (approx 6mm)

Anyone able to either advise where I may be able to get wider metal fixings or alternatively offer a better suggestion for fixing?

The hooks are to hang coats on so that gives you an idea of the sort of weight they will be taking.

Thanks

James
 
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Just make sure that you screw straight into the lath and you should be fine.
 
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