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Author: Olivia Solomon-Afable

I’m a writer who is fond of beautiful, cozy homes. I adore antique decor, unique lamps, and comfortable reading chairs. In my free time, I enjoy playing farming games, baking cookies, and spending time with my cats.

What is a Sleeve Anchor?

By Olivia Solomon-Afable | Published: March 14, 2025
Home Improvement

A sleeve anchor can hold medium- to heavyweight fixtures. Learn more about how they work and how to select the right one for your project.

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What is a Toggle Bolt?

By Olivia Solomon-Afable | Published: March 14, 2025
Home Improvement

Find out how a toggle bolt’s metal wings allow you to mount heavyweight objects to hollow walls and if it’s the right drywall anchor for your DIY project.

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What is a Molly Bolt?

By Olivia Solomon-Afable | Published: March 14, 2025
Home Improvement

A molly bolt has a hollow middle that expands as you insert it into drywall. You can mount light- to medium-weight objects using molly bolts.

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How to Install Sleeve Anchors in Concrete

By Olivia Solomon-Afable | Published: March 14, 2025
Home Improvement

Learn how to install sleeve anchors in concrete using a hammer drill–from identifying the drilling depth to inserting the sleeve anchor into the hole.

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How to Repair a Large Hole in a Brick Wall in 3 Steps

By Olivia Solomon-Afable | Published: March 14, 2025
Home Improvement

Learn how to repair a large hole in a brick wall by chipping off the damaged brick and replacing it in 3 steps.

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How to Hang Things on Brick Without Drilling: 4 Ways to DIY

By Olivia Solomon-Afable | Published: March 14, 2025
Home Improvement

Learn how to hang things on brick without drilling into it using brick clips, adhesive hooks, liquid nails, and velcro.

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How to Patch Plaster Walls

By Olivia Solomon-Afable | Published: March 14, 2025
Home Improvement

Learn how to patch plaster walls using wall repair patches, plaster mixture, and joint compounds to repair holes in your wall.

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How to Fill a Hole in a Brick Wall: DIY in 4 Steps

By Olivia Solomon-Afable | Published: March 14, 2025
Home Improvement

Learn how to easily fill a hole in a brick wall using mortar repair sealant in just 4 simple steps. DIY in 4 Steps.

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How to Hang Something on a Brick Wall: DIY in 8 Steps

By Olivia Solomon-Afable | Published: March 14, 2025
Home Improvement

This guide will help you mount cabinets, TV mounts, and other objects on a brick wall. You’ll need a plastic […]

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How to Drill into a Brick Wall in 4 Steps Using Basic Tools

By Olivia Solomon-Afable | Published: March 14, 2025
Home Improvement

In 4 steps, you can learn how to drill into a brick wall using a masonry drill bit, a power drill, and a few basic tools.

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