Use 100% silicone, not siliconized acrylic. Fill the tub before you bead. Bead width 1/4 in. max. Tool the joint once with a soapy finger and walk away for 24 hours.
Two of the three tables you reach for most. Bookmark this page; the rest of the manual hangs on these numbers.
| SCREW | HARDWOOD | SOFTWOOD | CLEARANCE |
|---|---|---|---|
| #6 | 3/32 in. | 5/64 in. | 5/32 in. |
| #8 | 7/64 in. | 3/32 in. | 11/64 in. |
| #10 | 1/8 in. | 7/64 in. | 3/16 in. |
| #12 | 9/64 in. | 1/8 in. | 7/32 in. |
| #14 | 5/32 in. | 9/64 in. | 1/4 in. |
| ANCHOR | RATING | NOTES |
|---|---|---|
| Plastic anchor #6 | 30 lb | Picture frames; no shear loads |
| Self-drilling drywall anchor | 40 lb | No pre-drill; light shelving |
| Molly bolt (short) | 50 lb | Hollow doors, thin panels |
| Toggle bolt 1/8 in. + wing | 90 lb | Cheap, one-shot installation |
| Strap toggle | 200 lb | Tight cavity; wing won't open |
| Snaptoggle 3/8 in. | 265 lb | Default for shelves > 30 lb |
Numbered out of order on purpose. Some numbers are reserved; some have been withdrawn (see Errata).
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