This startup manufactures plasterboard fixing products that utilize winged anchors designed to securely attach heavy objects to plasterboard walls. Their solution provides reliable support for items such as TVs, mirrors, and kitchen cabinets, ensuring stability without damaging the wall structure.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Hanging heavy items on plasterboard walls can be unreliable due to the limited weight-bearing capacity of traditional fixings, leading to potential damage and safety concerns. Many existing solutions lack the strength and ease of use required for secure and confident installations.
Solution
Bullfix provides heavy-duty plasterboard fixings designed for secure and reliable mounting of heavy objects on stud walls, dot and dab, and insulated plasterboard. Featuring a patented smart wing design, Bullfix fixings open within the cavity behind the plasterboard, creating a large contact area for enhanced stability. The design ensures that the wings fully deploy before a screw can be inserted, preventing incorrect installation and ensuring a firm hold. Bullfix offers both Universal and Extra fixings to accommodate various wall types and weight requirements, along with specialized brackets and kits for specific applications like radiator and cupboard installations.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes DIY enthusiasts, professional tradespeople, and contractors who need reliable and easy-to-use fixings for securely mounting heavy items on plasterboard walls.
Features
- Patented smart wing design for secure and reliable fixing
- Universal fixings suitable for stud walls, dot and dab, and insulated plasterboard (12.5mm
- 16mm thickness)
- Extra fixings designed for stud walls, providing higher weight-bearing capacity
- Easy installation in 5 simple steps: drill, insert collar, push in fixing, tap it flat, attach to wall
- Universal fixings support up to 116kg, while Extra fixings support up to 133kg
- Bullfix hooks support up to 50kg when installed with Bullfix plasterboard fixings
- Comprehensive range of kits available, including TV mounting, radiator hanging, shelf hanging and mirror fixing kits
- Compatible with various applications, including radiators, kitchen cabinets, TV brackets, shelves, mirrors, and boilers
- Made of high-quality steel and zinc plated for durability