Plasterboard Repair – How to fix loose drywall anchor
If you have a loose drywall anchor, follow these steps to fix it.
Plasterboard repair – Fix holes in plasterboard
GeeFix fixings not only provide unrivalled strength, but also work effectively to repair installations where other types of fixings have failed.
1. Remove the installation: First, take out the old fixing and fold in the damaged plasterboard. Next, place a guide—made from a scrap piece of wood or plasterboard—over the center of the failed hole. Then, re-drill using a 25mm hole saw.
2. Insert the GeeFix: Pull on the blue nylon cord and tighten the centre screw.
3. Finishing the Fixing: Afterward, pull out the nylon cord and install the two side retaining screws. Then, remove the center screw and pull away the loose plasterboard. Use polyfilla to repair the area.
4. Refix the Item: Finally, use the center screw to reattach the item.
About GeeFix
A plumbing and heating engineer with over 40 years of experience invented GeeFix. We proudly announce that GeeFix is designed, developed, and manufactured in Shropshire, supporting local industry and British business.
The development aimed to create a fixing that securely anchors heavy items to plasterboard and drywall walls. Modern homes utilize studwork and plasterboard, making GeeFix ideal for fixing heavy objects like TVs, radiators, towel rails, shelving, cabinets, cupboards, mirrors, and curtain rails.
Moreover, these hollow wall fixings also allow you to refix objects to plasterboard walls when different types of fixings have failed. For instance, when a radiator comes away from the wall, you can install a GeeFix in the same spot as the failed fixing. This approach can significantly reduce the amount of work needed to repair the plasterboard.
Additionally, you can adapt these fixings for smaller objects, such as bathroom accessories, where fixing holes are close together. In these cases, one fixing can secure the item by utilizing the backplate length in the cavity for extra anchor points.
How to Fix a Curtain Pole onto a Plasterboard Wall
How to Fix a Curtain Pole onto a Plasterboard Wall
When you want to fix a curtain pole onto a plasterboard wall, you might encounter some challenges. Thankfully, customers often find that GeeFix fixings provide a reliable solution!
For example, Dave discovered our website and read glowing independent reviews. He decided to try our fixings for mounting two curtain rails and two heavy mirrors on his plasterboard walls. His verdict? “They are brilliant—exactly as shown on the website; easy to fit and feel solid once installed, unlike all the other plugs and expanding fittings I’ve tried over the years.”
If you, like Dave, struggle to fix curtain rods to plasterboard, give GeeFix a try. You won’t be disappointed!
GeeFix Hollow Wall Anchors
GeeFix anchors offer several advantages that set them apart from other wall fixings on the market:
- A single GeeFix accommodates substrates between 3mm and 75mm thick with suitable cavity wall fixing screws.
- They work with a cavity gap as small as 30mm.
- GeeFix anchors are easier to use than umbrella-style fixings. You don’t need to feed the final fixing through the item before installation.
- They can be used with vapor barriers without damaging the barrier.
- GeeFix employs standard screws for the final fixing instead of bolts.
About GeeFix
A plumbing and heating engineer with over 40 years of experience invented GeeFix. We take pride in the fact that we design, develop, and manufacture it in Shropshire, supporting local industry and British business.
GeeFix aims to create a secure fixing for heavy items on plasterboard and drywall walls. Modern homes often feature studwork and plasterboard, making GeeFix ideal for hanging heavy objects such as TVs, radiators, towel rails, shelving, cabinets, cupboards, mirrors, and curtain rails.
Additionally, these hollow wall fixings allow you to reattach objects to plasterboard walls where other fixings have failed. For instance, if a radiator pulls away from the wall, you can install a GeeFix in the same spot as the failed fixing. This method often reduces the amount of work needed to repair the plasterboard.
Furthermore, you can adapt these fixings for smaller items, like bathroom accessories, where fixing holes are close together. In such cases, one fixing can secure the item by utilizing the backplate’s length in the cavity for extra support.
How to put up a curtain pole on plasterboard using Geefix?
Many people ask the question “Can you put a curtain pole up on plasterboard?” The answer is yes using GeeFix. Take a look below at how easy it is to install our plasterboard fixings.
Step 1
Drill a 1” hole centered on your desired location
Step 2
Assemble your GeeFix wall anchor system as shown above by threading the supplied blue pullcord through the round wall plug, the curved back plate, and back through the wall plug.
Step 3
While holding onto the pullcord, feed the curved back plate into the hole and center on the 1″ hole
Step 4
While keeping light tension on the pullcord slide the wall plug into the 1″ hole to align with the holes on the back plate
Step 5
While keeping firm tension on the pullcord, screw the large screw into the center hole until the GeeFix becomes firm, but do not overtighten. Keeping tension on the pullcord will keep the back plate in place during installation.
Step 6
Pull out the pullcord but do not discard. You can use the same pullcord on additional GeeFix installations.
Step 7
Insert the 2 smaller screws on either side of the large screw and tighten until the GeeFix is firmly secured but do not overtighten.
Step 8
Remove the center screw
Step 9
Now that your GeeFix system is installed, you can either use the center screw to fix your curtain pole. The image above shows a TV bracket, but a curtain pole or other heavy items can be fixed.
How to hang a heavy mirror on a plaster wall
How to hang a heavy mirror on a plaster wall
Here we take a look at How to hang a mirror on a plaster wall with GeeFix. You will need a picture hook such as these below and one GeeFix fixing per bracket.
Method of installation for mirrors or pictures
Drill a 25mm hole in the wall using a spadebit or holesaw.
Thread the blue pull cord through the 2 centre holes of the back plate and the plug.
Insert the back plate into the cavity.
Holding onto the pull cords, position the back plate vertically in the cavity.
Insert the centre screw while pulling on the nylon cords. This stops the back plate rotating when the centre screw is tightened fully.
Insert the two smaller side screws and tighten.
Remove the centre screw. You can now fix your picture hook and hang your mirror.
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Hang a Heavy Mirror on Plasterboard
Hanging a mirror on a plasterboard wall is easy with GeeFix.
Below are some images sent to us from happy customers who have used our plasterboard fixings to fix a heavy mirror to plasterboard:
Plasterboard Fixings for Heavy Objects
Plasterboard Fixings for Heavy Objects
GeeFix offers the ideal plasterboard fixings for heavy objects. Whether you are a building trade professional or a DIY enthusiast, you know that traditional plasterboard fixings often have serious limitations. Many are tricky to install, prone to failure, or simply not reliable enough for heavy items—until now! With GeeFix, you get a versatile plasterboard fixing that outperforms all market leaders. Independent strength tests demonstrate that GeeFix excels in shear, tensile, and cantilever load-bearing capabilities compared to leading brands.
| Load Test | Maximum weight (kgs) |
| Shear | 270 |
| Tensile | 71 |
| Cantilever @ 73 mm | 243 |
| Cantilever @ 150 mm | 192 |
| Cantilever @ 300 mm | 102 |
These tests occurred on ⅝ inch plasterboard. Industry safety standards recommend using only ¼ of the ultimate load. Keep in mind that the maximum load-testing figures are guidelines and cannot be guaranteed, as age, condition, and the capacity of base materials must be considered.
In tests alongside Grip it fixings and spring toggles, GeeFix demonstrates its superior performance, as shown in the video below.
Moreover, GeeFix is compatible with various materials, including all types of plasterboard, hardboard, plywood, sheet metal, chipboard, MDF, and lath and plaster. It accommodates materials as thin as 0.12 inches and up to a maximum thickness of 3 inches. Installation requires no tools and takes just moments to complete.
Plasterboard Fixing for Heavy Furniture
GeeFix serves as the perfect plasterboard fixing for heavy furniture, especially as tip-over restraints for the IKEA Malm range or any other heavy items that could easily tip over.
Each GeeFix wall anchor package includes three screws, making them suitable for all types of drywall. Priced at £6.08 for a pack of four, you can click here to buy. For special trade prices, email your trade details to gary@geefix.com.
About GeeFix
A plumbing and heating engineer with over 40 years of experience invented GeeFix. We take pride in the fact that not only was GeeFix designed and developed in the UK, but it is also manufactured in Shropshire, supporting local industry and British business.
Designed to securely attach heavy items to plasterboard and drywall, GeeFix is the ideal solution for modern homes, which typically feature studwork and plasterboard. You can confidently fix TVs, radiators, towel rails, shelving, cabinets, cupboards, mirrors, and curtain rails using our fixings.
Additionally, if a different type of fixing has failed, reinstall a GeeFix fixing in the same position to often reduce repair work on plasterboard, particularly for items like radiators that have come loose.
Finally, GeeFix can adapt to smaller objects, such as bathroom accessories, where fixing holes are close together. In these cases, a single fixture can secure the item by utilizing the length of the backplate in the cavity for extra support.
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Heavy Duty Plasterboard Fixings
From the beginning, we knew that GeeFix heavy duty plasterboard fixings would outperform competitors because of their large, flat, solid load-bearing backplate. Many popular fixings feature hollow, channel-shaped backplates with sharp edges that cut into plasterboard. These cuts weaken the plasterboard’s integrity over time, causing the fixings to loosen and ultimately fail. In an industry full of exaggerated claims, we sought solid data to back up our product. That’s why we arranged independent strength tests for GeeFix fixings. The graphic below shows their performance in strength tests on 15mm plasterboard.
Discover Heavy Duty Plasterboard Fixings: The Ultimate Solution for Secure Installations
Heavy duty plasterboard fixings must support three types of load forces: cantilever loads (suspended away from the wall), shear loads (pulling downward against the wall), and tensile loads (pulling away from the wall or ceiling). Most manufacturers emphasize their fixing’s shear strength, claiming superiority. However, a fixing with high shear strength may not handle heavy cantilever loads well, like a 32-inch flat screen television on an articulating wall mount.
To choose the right fixing for your installation, understand how it performs in all three categories. We hope our infographic helps you navigate the fixing market. If you have any questions, feel free to email us or use our online submission form at the bottom of the page. We’re here to help!
We’d love to hear how GeeFix has assisted you with your DIY projects. Contact us here or send an email to gary (at) geefix (dot) com.
Shop Heavy Duty Plasterboard Fixings
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Pack of 4 GeeFix Plasterboard Fixings
£6.08GeeFix Plasterboard Fixings are a versatile plasterboard drywall anchor fixing with unrivaled strength and is suitable for all types of material including plasterboard, hardboard, plywood, sheet metal, chipboard, mdf, lath, plaster and other materials. Ideal for mounting heavy items such as flat screen TVs, radiators onto plasterboard cavity walls.
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Pack of 8 GeeFix Plasterboard Fixings
£11.08GeeFix Plasterboard Fixings are a versatile plasterboard drywall anchor fixing with unrivaled strength and is suitable for all types of material including plasterboard, hardboard, plywood, sheet metal, chipboard, mdf, lath, plaster and other materials. Ideal for mounting heavy items such as flat screen TVs, radiators onto plasterboard cavity walls.
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Trade Pack of 25 GeeFix Plasterboard Fixings
£18.87GeeFix plasterboard fixings are a versatile plasterboard drywall anchor fixing with unrivaled strength and is suitable for all types of material including plasterboard, hardboard, plywood, sheet metal, chipboard, mdf, lath, plaster and other materials. Ideal for mounting heavy items such as flat screen TVs, radiators onto plasterboard cavity walls.
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Trade Pack of 50 GeeFix Plasterboard Fixings
£37.21GeeFix Plasterboard Fixings are a versatile plasterboard drywall anchor fixing with unrivaled strength and is suitable for all types of material including plasterboard, hardboard, plywood, sheet metal, chipboard, mdf, lath, plaster and other materials. Ideal for mounting heavy items such as flat screen TVs, radiators onto plasterboard cavity walls.
About GeeFix
GeeFix was invented by a plumbing and heating engineer with over 40 years’ experience in the trade. We are proud that not only was GeeFix designed and developed in the UK, but that it is also manufactured in Shropshire supporting local industry and British business.
It was developed with the aim of creating a fixing that would secure heavy items to plasterboard/drywall walls. The interiors of modern homes are constructed from stud work and plasterboard so GeeFix is the ideal product for fixing those heavy objects to cavity walls. TVs, radiators, towel rails, shelving, cabinets, cupboards, mirrors, and curtain rails. These are just some of the many items that can be securely fixed to plasterboard with our fixings.
These hollow wall fixings can also be used to refix an object to a plasterboard wall where a different type of fixing has failed. For example, where a radiator has come away from a wall, a GeeFix fixing can be installed in the same position as the failed fixing and so often reduce the amount of work necessary to repair plasterboard.
Can be adapted for use with smaller objects, such as bathroom accessories, where fixing holes are close together. In these instances, one fixing can be used to secure the item by using the length of the backplate in the cavity for additional fixing points.
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How to fix TV bracket to plasterboard wall
How to hang a TV bracket on a plasterboard wall
Are you wondering how to fix TV bracket to a plasterboard wall? Hanging a TV on a plasterboard wall is possible even if the TV is very large and heavy like a 50 inch TV.
Mounting a heavy TV to plasterboard wall is easy with GeeFix. GeeFix are the best heavy duty plasterboard fixings for tv. Popular DIY YouTuber Charlie DIYte after reviewing GeeFix said “A stronger plasterboard fixing than anything I’ve ever encountered before”. Click here to see Charlie DIYte full review.
Our plasterboard fixings or drywall anchors are the ideal choice for fixing a large flat screen TV onto plasterboard or drywall. They are engineered to maximize the surface area of the load bearing back plate that’s inserted into the wall cavity.
GeeFix is a versatile plasterboard fixing with unrivalled strength. The fixings are suitable for all types of plasterboard, plywood, hardboard, chipboard, MDF and even sheet metal. GeeFix is the ideal fixing for mounting radiators, towel rails, ceiling fans as well as plasterboard fixings for a TV bracket,
How to fix tv bracket to plasterboard wall
Fixing a TV on drywall is easy with GeeFix.
With GeeFix you can fix it once and fix it right. Each packet contains 4 heavy duty hollow wall anchors. Take a look at our video below to see how easy it is to fix a TV to a plasterboard wall.
If you prefer to see a step-by-step image gallery showing how fixing a heavy tv to plasterboard wall with GeeFix.
Step 1
Drill a 1” hole centered on your desired location
Step 2
Assemble your GeeFix wall anchor system as shown above by threading the supplied blue pullcord through the round wall plug, the curved back plate, and back through the wall plug.
Step 3
While holding onto the pullcord, feed the curved back plate into the hole and center on the 1″ hole
Step 4
While keeping light tension on the pullcord slide the wall plug into the 1″ hole to align with the holes on the back plate
Step 5
While keeping firm tension on the pullcord, screw the large screw into the center hole until the GeeFix becomes firm, but do not overtighten. Keeping tension on the pullcord will keep the back plate in place during installation.
Step 6
Pull out the pullcord but do not discard. You can use the same pullcord on additional GeeFix installations.
Step 7
Insert the 2 smaller screws on either side of the large screw and tighten until the GeeFix is firmly secured but do not overtighten.
Step 8
Remove the center screw
Step 9
Now that your GeeFix system is installed, you can either use the center screw to fix your TV wall mount.
Frequently asked questions
Q: Can you hang a 55 inch tv on a plasterboard wall?
A: Yes you can. GeeFix is the strongest plasterboard fixing on the market.
Q: Can you hang a tv on a stud wall?
A: Yes, it is possible to hang a TV on a stud wall. A stud wall is a type of wall that is made up of vertical wooden supports called studs. These studs provide a solid foundation for attaching items such as shelves, curtains, and televisions using GeeFix, the ultimate plasterboard fixings for tv.
Q: How to fix a tv bracket to a plasterboard wall?
A: With GeeFix just follow the instructions above or watch the video found here.
Q: Can I wall mount my tv above a radiator?
A: It is generally not recommended to mount a TV above a radiator as the heat from the radiator can cause damage to the TV. Additionally, the TV may block the flow of heat from the radiator which can cause the room to become too hot. If you must mount the TV above the radiator, you should use a TV mount that is rated for the specific size and weight of your TV, and be sure to leave at least a few inches of space between the TV and the radiator to allow for proper ventilation.
Q: How much weight can plasterboard hold?
A: The weight that plasterboard can hold depends on several factors, including the thickness of the plasterboard, the type of fastener used, and the spacing of the fasteners.
In general, a standard 1/2 inch thick plasterboard can hold up to 5 lb per square foot if the fasteners are spaced 12 inches apart. This means that a 4×8 ft sheet of plasterboard can hold around 160 lbs.
GeeFix can hold up to 270kg.
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