How To Remove Wall Anchors?

Remove any screw from the anchor

Grip the anchor with needle-nose pliers

Pull the anchor straight out if it loosens easily

Twist the anchor gently while pulling

If it will not come out, push it into the wall cavity

For plastic anchors, pry the edge with a flathead screwdriver

For toggle bolts, remove the bolt and push the toggle through the hole

For molly bolts, collapse the sleeve inward and pull it out

Fill the hole with spackle or wall filler

Sand the patched area smooth after it dries

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