Hooks, drill, ceiling

[Cafecortau]

Hey guys. Im in the process of hanging my hood and having some problems. Made a hole in the ceiling (cement) with a 6 1/4 drill bit. I used a metal insertion so I can screw the hook. The problem is that the hook fell down with all the metal screw and eveything. What better thing can I use for that hole in the ceiling so that the hook fits very strong, preventing the hood to fell down?

Cafecortau Reviewed by Cafecortau on 06-09-2008. Hooks, drill, ceiling Hey guys. Im in the process of hanging my hood and having some problems. Made a hole in the ceiling (cement) with a 6 1/4 drill bit. I used a metal insertion so I can screw the hook. The problem is that the hook fell down with all the metal screw and eveything. What better thing can I use for that hole in the ceiling so that the hook fits very strong, preventing the hood to fell down? Rating: 5

[stinkyattic]

Hopefully that cement is strong enough and not crumbly so you can actually set an anchor in it, but it might not be. Try a plastic anchor, and test the strength before hanging a light.

Your better option might be to build a light hanger out of PVC pipe or 2x4s, or get a 'portable clothes rack' from a department store. Those make acceptable light hangers if you make sure they are assembled securely.

Or maybe someone with masonry experience (bricked weed doesn't count hahaha) will chime in?

[Rusty Trichome]

If it is to be done right, should use the right stuff. Can google: Red Head A7-10 Acrylic Anchor Adhesive, Red Head NEWG5-22 Epoxy. There's others, but it's a start.

[Cafecortau]

Thanks for all the help bros!