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Gripit how to use and advice

What screwdriver do you need for Gripits?
Our newest Gripits are designed to use both flat head and Phillips screwdrivers. Although Gripits aren't designed for specific screwdriver sizes we recommen...
Thu, 25 Jan, 2024 at 3:40 PM
How do I remove a Gripit?
To remove your Gripit from the wall, remove the screw/bolt and any attached hooks, brackets etc. Turn the centre of the Gripit a quarter rotation anti-clock...
Thu, 25 Jan, 2024 at 3:40 PM
Can I hang objects from the Gripit screw without a hook or bracket?
Gripit Self-Drive can be used with just a screw. We don’t, however, advise using the securing screw of Gripit Yellow, Red, Brown or Blue as a hanging poi...
Tue, 30 Jan, 2024 at 11:54 AM
Where do the stated weight loads for each Gripit come from?
All Gripits have been independently tested on 15mm plasterboard. For more information on this please see our Data Sheet.
Thu, 25 Jan, 2024 at 3:40 PM
How do I fill the holes left by a removed Gripit?
Holes can be filled using any method suitable for patching plasterboard walls. Please see here for one such method.
Thu, 25 Jan, 2024 at 3:40 PM
Is there a minimum distance I should leave between Gripits?
Yes. Each Gripit colour has its own minmum safe spacing distance. Yellow: 25mm (centres) Red: 30mm (centres) Brown: 50mm (centres) Blue: 100mm (centres) P...
Thu, 25 Jan, 2024 at 3:40 PM
Weights and loads
Please find attached the data sheet for the Gripit products. We would always recommend consulting a professional tradesperson to offer qualified confirmatio...
Fri, 4 Apr, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Is Gripit suitable for cantilever TV brackets?
Gripits are not suitable for Cantilever, extendable, "pull out" or full motion TV Brackets. This type of installation causes immense stress on the plasterbo...
Thu, 25 Jan, 2024 at 3:40 PM
What drill bit should I use for a Gripit?
We recommend a flat drill bit or a hole saw. Please ensure that you are using the correct drill bit size for your fixing. The use of a twist drill bit is...
Tue, 30 Jan, 2024 at 12:00 PM
Can Gripit fit into tiled walls?
Yes. You will need a diamond hole cutter sized correctly for your fixing diameter and a suitable saw/file to cut four small slots in the tile (these are to ...
Thu, 25 Jan, 2024 at 3:40 PM