“The Beast” of plasterboard fixings tackles a rugby behemoth
As 2019 drew to a close, we thought we’d have some fun at GeeFix HQ with one of our local rugby players. A kitted-out Lewis Hodnett of Shrewsbury Rugby Club stopped by to put our fixings to the test, admittedly skeptical that two fixings could support his solid 17.5 stone (111 kilogram / 245 pound) frame.<
We asked Lewis to stand atop a shelf that we secured to a 12.5mm piece of plasterboard with two GeeFix fixings. As seen in the below photograph, the shelf remained securely anchored to the plasterboard, supporting Lewis’ weight.
Disclaimer: For demonstration purposes only. Do not attempt this at home.
For a chap that’s used to flattening his opponents on the field, the GeeFix’s resilience came as quite the surprise. “Fair play” Lewis remarked as he slurped his tea, “these bad boys are a game changer.”
Cheers Lewis for being a great sport, and happy new year from all of us at GeeFix HQ!
Charlie DIYte Video Review
“A stronger plasterboard fixing than anything I’ve ever encountered before” – Charlie DIYte
“A stronger plasterboard fixing than anything I’ve ever encountered before,” says Charlie DIYte. In November, we reached out to DIY YouTuber Charlie DIYte to review the GeeFix fixings. As fans of his YouTube channel, we expected an objective assessment and a thorough demonstration. Thankfully, Charlie didn’t disappoint! The video has garnered 99k views and counting, which speaks to his clear presentation style and easy-to-follow demos.
In the video below, which runs just over 13 minutes, Charlie discusses how GeeFix compares to competitors. He highlights the large, 120mm load-bearing back-plate, which surpasses other fixings on the market. Additionally, Charlie provides an installation demo for plasterboard. Throughout, he offers commentary on the GeeFix’s ease of use and its compatibility with multiple substrates and cavity sizes, ranging from 30mm to 75mm. Importantly, he points out a unique feature: the ability to affix multiple anchor points along the back-plate. This innovation eliminates the need for a second fixing, which Charlie believes will have massive applications in the DIY and construction sectors.