Rawlb

Rawlb is a term that can refer to a few different things, primarily a type of fastener and, by extension, a type of tool used for installation. In construction and DIY contexts, a rawlplug, often shortened to rawl, is a type of wall plug or anchor. It is a plastic or nylon sleeve that is inserted into a pre-drilled hole in a wall. When a screw is then driven into the rawlplug, the sleeve expands, creating a secure anchor for the screw. This allows objects to be hung or attached to walls that might otherwise not be strong enough to support them, such as plasterboard or masonry.

The term "rawl" is also sometimes used to refer to the drill bit or masonry bit used to create the hole for the rawlplug. While technically the drill bit is a separate tool, in common parlance, the entire process of preparing the wall for a rawlplug might be referred to as "rawling" the hole. The original company that popularized these fasteners was the Rawlplug Company, founded in 1911. Their products became so ubiquitous that the brand name became a generic term for the type of wall anchor and the associated installation process. Rawlplugs are essential for many household tasks, from hanging pictures to mounting shelves and cabinets.