Wall Plug Colour Guide

This is the gauge number of a screw and is measured using the head of the screw rather than the diameter of.

Wall plug colour guide. If in doubt compare the drill bit with the large drill bit hole on the left side of the wall plug strip. So next time before using wall plugs remember to use the correct wall plug for the screw that you have and use the correct drill bit for the specific wall plug that is being used for the screw. Parting note about wall plugs. Put your wall plates to work.

For example a number 8 screw is smaller than a number 10. We have the perfect colors and finishes in our decora switch plates collection by leviton to pair with your style in a modern traditional minimalist or contemporary home. The larger the number of the screw the larger the diameter. Gravity pulls the wall plug down over time without securing it well the wall plug might break free from the ceiling.

Be aware that not everyone follows the colour rules one leading brands plugs are all grey for example and others are well. Wall plugs are the most commonly used type of fixing device they are simple to use and give good results with a simple wood screw. Screws come in all shapes and sizes. There are several different sizes of wall plug all of which are different colours to match the different hole size and screw size.

Screws for wall plugs. They can be any colour under the sun as the above photo of my box shows. Blue wall plugs are another example they can be either 8mm or 10mm go figure.