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Hooks and Hangers

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In an open storage area, well-designed hangers can contribute

nicely to the decorative scheme, especially if you coordinate their

style and color. Designer hangers come in a wide variety of styles

and materials. In utilitarian storage areas, it's more economical

and efficient to use scre*w hooks, wire coat hooks, and other

traditional hardware. Most have scre*w-in tips that are simple

One especially good longtime favorite is the spring clip. A typical

clip holds handles rangiing from 3/4 to 1-1/4 inches in diameter,

and you put it up with a single scre*w. You can also get spring

clips mounted on a sliding track. There are even ones that hook

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Fastening to Masonary

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To secure most items to a concrete, brick, or cinder-block wall,

you'll need to drill a hole and insert a wall fastener. Use lead

anchors for most loads and expansion shields for exceptionally

heavy ones. Use plastic anchors and fiber plugs for very light

items. To drill a hole in masonry, use a carbide-tipped bit on an

electric drill, preferably a variable-speed model that will let you

drill at a low speed. As you drill, move the bit in and out rather

than pushing hard and continously on it. If the drill begins to stall,

release the trigger, or you'll burn out the motor.

Caution: When drilling into masonry, always wear safety goggles

and work gloves.

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