Mounting a screw eye bolt, or screw hook into joists is a great and reliable way to hang things. I do lots and lots of ceiling mounting this way, because it's very reliable, and the ceiling typically has joists typically spaced every 16”. So, you can often find one fairly close to your desired hanging location.
You can hang items from the ceiling without drilling by using adhesive hooks, tension rods, or clamp-on hooks. Depending on the weight of the object, there are heavy-duty adhesive options available. Make sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions on weight limits and surface preparation.
Screwing into drywall ceilings may seem like a challenging task, but with the right tools and techniques, it can be done safely and reliably.
Use A Stud Finder
Magnetic stud detectors find studs and joists by detecting the nails in them. You simply sweep the detector over the surface until it beeps or flashes to signal that a stud is present.
How much weight ceiling joists hold depends on their size and spacing and what they're made of. Wooden joists can support 50 to 100 pounds per square foot. Steel joists are more common in commercial buildings and can handle higher loads. Joists are spaced at regular intervals of 16 or 24 inches apart.
They work by wiping your ceiling clean (not to be used on popcorn ceilings) . Next you simply remove the red liner and press the adhesive to the back of the hook itself. Next remove the black liner and press the hook to your ceiling for 30 seconds, and done.
Use adhesives like tape or mounting putty to hang lightweight items like streamers. Hang heavier objects with thumbtacks, nails, or hooks. Hang things like photos or bulbs along a rope with clothespins. Get creative by wrapping your decorations around a light fixture rather than the ceiling.
Walls, Metal Studs: For attaching drywall to metal studs, use a phosphate-coated, fine thread #6 gauge 1-1/4-inch drywall screw. Ceilings: For hanging drywall on ceilings, use the longer 1-5/8-inch drywall screw.
Fortunately, I-joists come with instructions from the manufacturer so that you know exactly where you can drill safely. As a general rule, you should avoid cutting through the wooden chords of the joist, drilling holes in the chords, and cutting notches into them as this can compromise the joist's strength.
Purchase a hook screw for your ceiling.
They can be purchased from most hardware stores and will come in different sizes based on the amount of weight they can support. There are various sizes of hook screws. If your item is small, use cup hooks or, even smaller, screw eye hooks.
Adhesive hooks are the go-to solution for anyone looking to hang items without drilling holes and keeping the security deposit intact. The no-trace removal is one of the most celebrated features of adhesive hooks. Plus, they usually come in sets and are relatively cheap at major retailers.
Hooks or Ceiling Anchors – For attaching art securely to walls or ceilings. Adhesive Hooks or Strips – A drill-free option for lightweight artwork. Perfect for renters and lighter art. Wire or Fishing Line – Durable options for suspending artwork.
Depending on the weight and style of your fake vines, you'll need to choose appropriate hooks. You can secure lightweight vines with adhesive hooks, but heavier ones need sturdier hooks mounted into the ceiling.
Hang paper lanterns, pomes and other decorations from your ceiling and transform your room. And like all Command Party Products, they hold strongly and remove cleanly, so you can live it up without worrying about taking them down. Now you can add some bling to your ceiling with Command Party Ceiling Hooks.
The issue is with popcorn ceiling you won't get a good clean surface for adhesive. I would just screw a hanger in the ceiling and patch it with a tiny amount of drywall compound when done. With the popcorn ceiling your landlord will never notice because of the popcorn texture of the ceiling.
Stick some adhesive hooks
Adhesive products like command strips really are a renter's best friend because they provide a hassle-free experience for hanging anything, including plants.
In a ceiling, the "studs" are called "joists" or "rafters". Also, in the US at least, they're commonly made out of "2-by" material which is a nominal measurement (2 inches wide by 4 or more inches tall), but are actually 1.5" wide.
If you don't have exposed beams or would like to spread out the weight of the bag across a larger surface area, you can use a ceiling mount. Ceiling mounts are purchased separately from the punching bag.