How well does this work for flat walls? I want to lift 4x12 sheets by myself up onto walls.
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I did 4x8 sheets with no problems, except for slippage issues on the crank.
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I think it would work very good on flat walls I only used on ceiling. I only have one good arm, and I could not have done it with out the lift!!
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will work but you have to put a 2x4 on wall to sit rock on then tilt it into wall. it will save you time, effort, and backpain. For the price of the tool it is well worth it.
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It is critically important to center the lift on the sheet so you don't have a problem with the lift tipping to one side or the other while raising it. put a little piece of blue tape at the exact center of the sheet edge as a guide first. I found it best to have a pair of 2 x 4 blocks about 12" long to screw vertically to the studs as positioning rests on the studs about 6 ft. apart and 48 1/2" down from the ceiling. The blocks should also have a "lip" on the outside top end so the sheets won't slip off. I simply screwed a short block to the top flat side of the 2 x 4. The bottom edge of the drywall needs to contact the stud above the block so you will need to tip the sheet until it does so at a height just above the block. Warning! The "brakes" that comes on this unit are not good enough to hold securely so Do Not depend on them much. It is possible to tip the sheet up towards the ceiling joint (If you hold the lift towards the wall as you tip the sheet as far as it will go while on the lift arms) then off the top of the arms. The two front wheels contact the 2 x4 plate at the bottom before the sheet is vertical so it is not perfect. In my opinion it is best to get someone to help you hold the lift against the wall. It is safer and faster. 12 ft. sheets weigh about 60 lbs. The lift is much better for 4 x 8 sheets and for ceiling work. One last tip - To get the top edge of the sheet up close to the ceiling I wedged a couple tapered shims between the blocks and the sheet AFTER the sheet was on the blocks. Sliding the shims will adjust the sheet until you have a good top joint. As with anything, it may be possible to do this alone. I just wouldn't do it.
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I've personally use this lift to hang 5/8"x 4'x 8' ceiling. It really saved me time and fuss. I can't say it would be useful on hanging walls, because it was not used for that purpose, in my case. However I've gotten good use out of mine
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I have used it to close the gap between my king sized bed and the wall. It works fine. I have the flat end facing upward and the 90 degree parts of the foam facing down toward the floor.
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Having used it, I would say only if you pulled your legs up in the front. I installed a pull up bar on the wall just to be able to use these.
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Hi. If you're dealing with drywall, I used WingIts MAWSD35B24 Master Anchor Super Duty for Drywall, and they work like a dream. They can definitely handle the weight - no problem. Good luck!
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Yes, it works really well. I have a small apartment and wall to wall carpeting. It keeps it fresh and picks up well. I was surprised at how well it works. Wouldn't work for heavy duty carpet work, but a small space like mine it is perfect.
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I have mine screwed into wall and it works great, but I think it would be tipped over most of the time if standing on its own. I use mine for paper grocery bags.
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oh goodness, very easy....unless you cannot lift much at all...one other person to steady the other side can be useful, but in my case, I was the other person, my husband put it in ...I was just the safety factor...it took very little time. If you never do anything like that in your home, don't know what to suggest, but hiring someone seems over the top to me.
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I think so. I used just one side to side at the mid-section of the sheet (about at your butt when lying on the bed) rather than the diagonal method the instructions recommend and it worked great. It can be a bit of a challenge to reach them under the mattress and clip them on the first couple times you try, but we found if one person lifts the mattress a bit, the other can reach and grab the suspender without too much issue.
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Yes. I have used it for something similar. It works well if you do not overload it. 3 sheets at a time should be ok.
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I haven't gone up a wall but put it under my floor. Laid it down and it takes a pretty thick coat of leveling compound. I imagine that if you lay it under mortar it should do well.
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In my personal opinion and experience with this product, this would work well only if gravity can sufficiently sustain enough pressure between the two surfaces. If they fall apart easily, since you can't use clamps, I would say no- use something much stickier and stronger. Time and consistent pressure is needed for this product to work the best, in my opinion.
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I too asked that question and since I was doing the work myself I needed something to help. This unit works great for one person and better for two. Wall work a piece of cake. Well worth the money.
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That should work really well. It's only hard to remove from regular walls with flat paint.
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It is very straight forward, but keep in mind that the gain you get in lifting power shrinks the distance you can lift, or requires a long rope. The standard 75 feet of rope that comes with it allows a lift of about 8 feet. Also, there is no brake, so if you let go, your load will drop. I use mine to lift iron plates out of pianos and it works fine. I got a jam cleat out of West Marine to serve as a way of quickly holding a load in place. You can use any way you like to tie things off once lifted, but I find this convenient.
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I used mine in our playroom that has very flat smooth walls. I was able to put up without any issues. Sorry you're having trouble!
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You van a double sheet on each string witj no problem. Just make sure you have the unit properly installed to the wall. Great unit.
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I don't use the hooks too much, if you get the thing and use it, you'll note that the best thing to do is put the unit in a place where you need to raise the sheetrock to the ceiling and lock the wheels. Then lock the unit so its flat area is facing the ceiling and place your cut sheet of sheetrock on the lift...make sure it's in place and start cranking. I use the hooks to maneuver the sheetrock in place (even though the wheels are locked, you can move it slightly if you are off a little bit). This thing is pure genius and at it's great price, it has been great to own it so I don't have to rush. The lowest setting of the unit is 54", so your low ceiling shouldn't be an issue. Good luck! I don't use the hooks too much, if you get the thing and use it, you'll note that the best thing to do is put the unit in a place where you need to raise the sheetrock to the ceiling and lock the wheels. Then lock the unit so its flat area is facing the ceiling and place your cut sheet of sheetrock on the lift...make sure it's in place and start cranking. I use the hooks to maneuver the sheetrock in place (even though the wheels are locked, you can move it slightly if you are off a little bit). This thing is pure genius and at it's great price, it has been great to own it so I don't have to... » Read More I don't use the hooks too much, if you get the thing and use it, you'll note that the best thing to do is put the unit in a place where you need to raise the sheetrock to the ceiling and lock the wheels. Then lock the unit so its flat area is facing the ceiling and place your cut sheet of sheetrock on the lift...make sure it's in place and start cranking. I use the hooks to maneuver the sheetrock in place (even though the wheels are locked, you can move it slightly if you are off a little bit). This thing is pure genius and at it's great price, it has been great to own it so I don't have to rush. The lowest setting of the unit is 54", so your low ceiling shouldn't be an issue. Good luck! « Show Less