Chances are you will be installing into GIB (plasterboard or drywall) as joists are never where you want them! Â
This isn't a showstopper in fact, it's pretty simple. Let me walk you through how I do it.
1. Decide on placement and determine your ceiling type. Most NZ ceilings are 13mm GIB (plasterboard/drywall).Â
2. You can tap, use a stud finder or what I do is drill a thin pilot hole (the same size as my eye screw (ceiling hook) diameter - EXCLUDING the thread. This is important, as the thread needs something to grip into so don't make this too big). If you drill into wood, continue with a wood eye screw install.
3. If your drill drops through the GIB or plasterboard, then proceed with a hollow wall anchor install. This will require a bigger diameter hole. Follow the instructions of the anchor you have chosen. I used the Toggler TB anchor. Â
4. Drill anchor hole, insert and 'pop' anchor so it opens up inside the wall. Â
5. Insert eye screw (make sure the diameter of this screw fits your wall anchor specifications). Clip on your hanger.
6. Add plants and remember to look up and enjoy!
Resources:
Toggler TB hollow wall anchor - Mitre 10 link
