Hardware and Fasteners - Fastening to Brick

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scotty18
07-13-08, 09:53 AM
I need to attach a garden hose hanger to the brick on the outside of the house. I plan to use plastic anchors. My question is, Do I put the screws in the bricks or can I put them in the mortar?

Gunguy45
07-13-08, 09:59 AM
Put them in the mortar. You could crack the brick while drilling or tightening the screws. Also easier to patch later if its removed.
scotty18
07-13-08, 10:05 AM
Thanks for the reply. One other question, This hose hanger has 6 screw holes and 4 land in the mortar and 2 in the bricks. Could I take a treated 2 by and attach that to the wall with a couple screws and then screw the hanger onto the board?

mango man
07-13-08, 10:10 AM
I would sink a 4x4 post and attach the hose hanger to it
Wirepuller38
07-14-08, 06:51 AM
Scotty, I have a hose hanger mounted as you suggested with 2 2x4's fastened to the mortar joints in the brick. It has worked very well for many years. The 2x4's are treated. Good luck with your project.
Gage Mc.
07-21-08, 10:52 AM
Put a few drops of caulking in the hole that you drilled before you put the anchor and screw in.