Use anchoring screws when you need to hang heavy objects from walls. Anchor screws prevent large objects from pulling out of walls, damaging both the objects and the walls in the process. You buy both metal anchor screws and plastic anchor screws. In general, you should use metal industrial anchor screws on plaster walls or in concrete, and plastic anchor screws in drywall. If you're hanging an object directly over a stud in a drywall wall, you can forego the anchor just use a screw.

Construction anchor screws come in a variety of materials and sizes, depending on the size of the object being hung and the wall material. Whether your business needs to stock up on stainless steel anchoring screws or concrete anchor bolts, you can find a variety of options from anchor screw suppliers:

1. Browse online catalogs for anchor screws.
2. Request quotes on anchor screws from multiple suppliers before you buy.
3. Save on wholesale anchor screws.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Look through online listings of multiple anchor screw products

If you need a variety of anchor screws or want to compare products, look for a distributor stocking a wide variety of anchors that you can view in online catalogs. Easily compare the specifications of stainless anchor screws with plastic anchor screws or other anchor types and make purchases online from supplier catalogs.

I recommend: Find dozens of varieties of anchor screws from Kanebridge. Make bulk purchases of stainless steel anchor screws, plastic anchor screws, toggle bolts and more. Nova Fasteners offers plastic and steel anchor screws that are suitable for use in a variety of materials, including brick, concrete, block, tile, sheetrock, and plaster.

Request quotes from anchor screw suppliers

Many anchor screw distributors let you submit free quote requests on screw products before making a purchase. Compare prices and products from multiple vendors before choosing the anchoring screw that's right for your business.

I recommend: American Fastener sells anchor screw products in a variety of styles and sizes. Browse their selection online and submit a quote request for any product while specifying any specific materials, coatings or finishings you require. Misc. Steel stocks a number of metal anchor screws. Request quotes on specific models and compare screw specifications on their website.

Make bulk purchases from wholesale vendors

A single screw is cheap on its own, but when your business relies on thousands of them to get the job done, prices can add up. Save money on construction anchor screws when you buy from suppliers offering hardware products at wholesale prices.

I recommend: ToolBarn.com offers low prices on all kinds of construction tools and equipment, including anchor screws. Find great deals on anchoring screws and other fasteners from Fastener-Express, a wholesale supplier stocking millions of screws.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  The strength of anchor screws often depends on the material they're being used in. Anchoring screws will be able to hold more weight when used in a solid, sturdy material.