How to fix skylight diffuser to ceiling?

[jyim11]

I have just bought a house where there are two skylights where the screws are coming out of the ceiling (I think the holes are too big for them) and the diffuser frame is no longer attached to the ceiling on that side. How can I affix the screws to the ceiling more securely?

 

  

[MitchellMc]

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @jyim11. It's sensational to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about fixing a diffuser.

It sounds like the screws may have lost their grip in the plasterboard. The best approach would be to remove the existing fixings and diffuser frame, then assess the size of the holes. Since standard screws don’t hold well in plasterboard alone, you’ll likely need plasterboard fixings such as Ramset Nylon WallMate Plasterboard Anchors or similar options to create a more secure hold. Once installed, you can then reattach the diffuser frame using the same screws.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell
 

[jyim11]

Thanks Mitchell, this is very helpful!