How to hang mirrors on double brick wall & change bathtub tap?

[Jay_11]

Hi all,

My wife and I just bought our first property which is a unit and is double brick built.

We want to hang up the following arch mirror which has two hooks but I'm unsure if a command strip with hook will hold up its weight.   https://www.kmart.com.au/product/hamptons-arch-mirror-43386185/?srsltid=AfmBOoqcjHMytBZ3tpbGu8ul9FHy...

Would we need to buy a drill from Bunnings to hang these up on a double brick wall or will adhesive hooks hold up for a long time?

Our wall looks like this against the ceiling:

Not sure if a hammer drill is required and the best type of screws to keep these mirrors hanging for years. 

Lastly, as we have two small dogs, we would like to give them a bath from time to time in the bathtub. However the bathtub tap that is installed seems to be a kitchen faucet tap. It swivels both directions. We tried getting one of those rubber bath head hoses to spray out water but the end plug to attach on the bathtub's faucet is too small.

My question is, does Bunnings sell any reliable bathtub multi faucets that allow a shower head sprayer to be used or does Bunnings have any kind of adapters that will work by attaching it to the bathtub's faucet to allow a bath spray hose be connected to it?

Our bathtub tap looks like this:

 

Any advice and assistance for the above would very much appreciated. We've been long time customers at Bunnings and would like the buy the correct items to achieve the desired results. Thank you.

[JacobZ]

Hi @Jay_11,

Once again, apologies for the error.

Keep me in the loop, happy to help further if required.

Jacob

[Jay_11]

Hi Jacob,

I was able to get a refund however the Ryobi Hammer drill wasn't in stock at my local store. I'll need to try find through the week to go to another Bunnings.

I was looking into Ozito 1500w rotary hammer drill but would this practical to use as a all rounder drill as well or more so for hammer drilling bigger jobs? I've still got the masonry drill bits and ugs I purchased separately from Bunnings

[JacobZ]

Hi @Jay_11,

I'm glad to hear you had no issues getting a refund. Once again, apologies for my mistake.

If you let me know what your local store is I am happy to contact stores in your area to check availability.

A rotary hammer drill such as the Ozito 1500W 5J Rotary Hammer Drill Kit RHD-1550 is what you would use if you were drilling into masonry regularly. I wouldn't call them all-rounder drills as they take SDS bits, which are usually only made for drilling and chipping masonry.

A hammer drill like the Ryobi 18V ONE+ Hammer Drill is much more of an all-rounder as it can accept, drill bits, driver bits, non-SDS masonry bits and a variety of other specialty bits. They can be used to drill in a variety of materials and drive a variety of fixings.

Typically, a hammer drill like the Ryobi one I've mentioned above is the first power tool I would recommend to someone who is new to the world of power tools. They are extremely versatile and always handy to have around.

Jacob

[Jay_11]

Hi Jacob,

Thanks for clarifying.

I thought as much for the Ozito. I thought to double check because I saw some feedback about the Ryobi Hammer drill saying they had some issues trying to drill into a masonry wall. However if you highly suggest it would work for a double brick wall and the fact it's an all rounder drill, I will go to the next closest store through the week when I get a chance. They have about 14 of the Ryobi 18V ONE+ Hammer Drill left in stock.

[JacobZ]

Hi @Jay_11,

I'm confident the Ryobi Hammer Drill should have no issues with this when used in hammer mode. Keep in mind you only need to drill a depth of 50mm for these plugs. If there are any power issues, check the battery level, this will be the likely cause.

Keep me in the loop. Happy to help further if required.

Jacob

[Jay_11]

Hi Jacob,

I managed to head out in time before the other Bunnings Store closed and bought the R18PD24 Hammer Drill All-Rounder Kit.

I came back home and tried for another 10 minutes to drill into the double brick wall but to be very honest with you, it's hardly drilling any further. I've heard of hammer drills being able to drill deep enough with ease but I find this to be the opposite.

I've used various drills that I've borrowed from my brother in the past which always seem to do the job but he no longer lives nearby.

I've attached photos below of the setting I've got it on 

  

[JacobZ]

Hi @Jay_11,

It's in hammer mode, which is the first thing, but your speed setting is on 1. The grey switch on top of the drill should be flicked to 2 which is the higher speed setting.

Start slow with firm pressure on the back of the drill and build up your speed as the bit starts to rotate. The drill will do most of the work and you shouldn't need to put your whole body weight on the back of the drill, but you will need to apply firm, consistent pressure. 

A rotary hammer drill or higher-end hammer drill will make life easier, but this drill should still be capable with some persistence. 

Let me know how you go, happy to help further if required.

Jacob

[Jay_11]

Hi Jacob,

I used both settings but I found the battery really needed charging up like you mentioned earlier.  After fully charging the battery,  I was finally able to drill the holes in. (I have four more holes to go as I am hanging four arch mirrors) It takes a bit to drill but I think these walls are built super strong. At least it now works. Thank you 

[JacobZ]

Hi @Jay_11,

I'm glad to hear you've had more success after charging up the battery.
 

Sometimes even high-end trade-quality rotary hammer drills can struggle. It really comes down to how hard the bricks are.

I suppose it is good to know your house was made with quality materials.

Jacob