Drywall – Bathroom toilet paper holder

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I have a toilet paper holder that fell out recently. The holder looks like this:

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What's the purpose of the alligator clips on the screws, and how should I go back reinstalling this? I can't seem to find a plate in the wall that the screws attach to.

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Thanks very much for your help.

Best Answer

Those are anchors and they are installed backwards on the screws. Turn them around the other way, slip them into the holes, and they will spread and hold as the screws are tightened. I don't really like this type of anchor, but if it what is already there I would use it.

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