Removing Closet Maid system
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Swan Road Designs on Sep 07, 2015You might try drilling them out. Look into screw extractors. Yes, these don't appear to be screws, but if you drill into the "head" of the anchor, you might be able to use a screw extractor to remove it completely.Helpful Reply
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Z on Sep 07, 2015It's super easy. I even found a video to show you.1 marked as helpful Reply
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Sue La Fave-Carley on Sep 08, 2015All you have to do it pull the nails. Then you can gently wiggle it out.Helpful Reply
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Faye Campbell on Sep 08, 2015I was speculating and then watched the video link you posted Becky. Easy fix if you know how aye?Helpful Reply
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All377999 on Sep 08, 2015Unscrew the screws, use a flat head screwdriver to lift edges of plastic wall anchor screw was in.Pull anchor out,with plyers if needed.Patch holes with wall mudHelpful Reply
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Kim C on Sep 08, 2015Those are just nail screws you can pull them out with a pliers. I just did mine. They are a nail with a textured point that secures to drywall. They only leave a small hole when pulled out.Helpful Reply
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Cindy on Sep 08, 2015I just took some of those brackets off my wall in the pantry. I took the shelf out first. Then I took a flat head screwdriver and pride out the nail far enough until I could pull it out with a pair of pliers. I'll have to say, they are a pain to take out and to hammer the nails back in. Good luckHelpful Reply
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LD on Sep 08, 2015I agree with Kim and Cindy on the removal process. If you plan on using a closet system, I highly recommend using the Elfa System that is sold by The Container Store, for it uses a hanging bar upon which you just hang the rest of the components from, and personal they are well worth the cost, because of the ease of installing and the sturdiness of the product.Helpful Reply
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Sarah C on Sep 08, 2015I just took one out and despite my best effort, the walls needed to be repaired when I was done. Nothing major, but holes were filled with plaster and everything was repainted. It looks great now! I also love the elfa system - its not cheap, so be sure to wait for the sale. Its worth every penny!Helpful Reply
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Sarah A. Victory on Sep 08, 2015Same here--some screws in the laundry were difficult. I did plaster, sand and repaint, also. Recently i used some wall repair fabric to strengthen the holes. With me any more it's just applying myself! Good luck!Helpful Reply
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Denise on Sep 09, 2015The only way you MIGHT be able to get them out without damaging anything is to unscrew them, but hold your fingers around edges of screws, to help hold the Molly in place, pushing in if necessary. Just take the screws ou. Fill in with a little white toothpaste or spackle, smooth with a spackle knife/trowel, and paint. No one will notice. Good luck.Helpful Reply
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Jennifer Anderson Cruts on Sep 09, 2015Go ahead and damage the wall. Patch the holes and dents. Prime and paint. Even closets need a fresh coat of paint sometimes. If you have never patched holes before, a closet is the perfect place to learn because it is not out where you will see it all the time.Helpful Reply
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