Wall Anchor Replacement on Loose Toilet Paper Dispenser

Introduction

Toilet paper dispensers are very useful house item to use when using the bathroom. However, if you see your dispenser becoming loose, wobbly, or broken, it can be frustrating and that means the drywall anchors must be replaced. This is commonly caused by the commonly pushing and pulling of the holders on the sides which interferes with the anchors, therefore, causing it to become loose.

With just the use of screwdrivers, this step-by-step guide briefly follows the process of replacing dry wall anchors on a toilet paper dispenser to make it more strong and secure.

What you need

Step 1 Toilet Paper Dispenser Wall Anchors

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First, remove the spring from the dispenser so we can remove the loose part.
This can be done by pressing the spring back towards the other side. Here, the anchors on the left holder is loose so that's what's going to be replaced.

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Step 2

Use a 3 mm flathead screwdriver to loosen the screw located at the bottom of the left holder.
This will remove the left holder which will give access to the drywall anchors

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Step 3

Use the Phillips #2 screwdriver to unscrew the drywall anchors out of the holes.
As the top screw is being unscrewed, we will do the same to the bottom one as well.

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Step 4

Insert the new drywall anchors in the wall holes by inserting it through the spaces of the mount.
Once the new drywall anchors are inserted, use the Phillips #2 screwdriver again to screw the wall anchors inside the holes. This will hold the anchors in place firm and tight.

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Step 5

Next, place the left holder back in place with the anchors.
After placing the holder back in place, use the 3mm flathead screwdriver to screw back the screw hold into the holder. This will hold the left holder tight and strong with the anchors.

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Step 6

Last, place the toilet paper in the spring and place the spring back between the holders and that is it. This is the full procedure of a drywall anchor replacement. Enjoy!

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