Hanging Mirror On Plasterboard Wall

[alidoc]

I want to hang a mirror which weighs about 3pounds above a basin. The wall in the area is just plasterboard. Is it possible to do this securely and if so what hooks/nails should I use?

[dannyk13]

Different types here:-
http://search2.virginmedia.com/index?channel=search&vml=customer&vmt=unknown&f=0&as_qdr=&q=winged+screws+for+plasterboard&submit-frmGoogleWeb=W

[Old_Geezer]

At that weight I think I'd be reluctant to put it anywhere where the wooden frame behind the plasterboard can not be screwed into.

See if you can find a horizontal one to screw into.

[Zacs-Master]

An alternative fixing to the one given by Danny is this:
http://www.screwfix.com/p/easyfix-self-drill-plasterboard-fixings-metal-32mm-100-pack/2422H?kpid=2422H&cm_mmc=Google-_-Product%20Listing%20Ads-_-Sales%20Tracking-_-sales%20tracking%20url&gclid=CNLq-9ffic4CFWQq0woddUQMRQ

[dannyk13]

I have used that type to hang a mirror on plaster board but not sure how heavy it was.

[Zacs-Master]

I've put curtain rails up with them and hung curtains weighing far more than 3lbs.

[dannyk13]

Probably a better choice due to requiring a smaller hole to take the screw.

[malagabob]

Best to go for a metal " toggle " plasterboard fixing rather than the "worm " type aluminium or plastic ones advertised as plasterboard fixing.

[TWR]

Whatever avenue you choose to take Alido, make sure you check that there are no Elec Wires at the point of drilling for the Hanging.