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Jolly-Performer OP t1_j2dcfre wrote

Reply to comment by 1955photo in Hanging 15 lbs child from a 1x6 over head. Which supports more downward force - screwing horizontally into the 1” edge, or vertically straight up into the 6” face? by Jolly-Performer

Thank you, I'm not very experienced and I was having a hard time imagining the structure behind the wall. But after googling header board :) I see what you're saying. I might try probing with my 1/16 drill bit first, if it's long enough. If I can find something solid to fasten to, I don't have to use door trim, I can use good 2x2 or maybe something like a french cleat. Thanks for looking out for my kiddo with your advice.

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1955photo t1_j2e37ez wrote

You can put the screw eye directly into the header board. That transfers some of the load to the vertical framing.

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