Glasslon is a U.S.-based product company founded by inventor Pat McCarthy. Its first product family is a patented, user-friendly hook system designed to make hanging and storage projects faster and easier for a wide range of customers.
Traditional hooks often require drilling a pilot hole and manually turning the hook into place. The Glasslon system uses a supplied nut driver, screw, washer, and hub so the mounting assembly can be driven with a power drill or screw gun. After the hub is secure, the selected hook slides into place.
Pat McCarthy invented the system and is the patent holder for the Glasslon hook design.
Yes. Pat McCarthy reports that the Glasslon hook system has received a U.S. patent.
According to Glasslon, the manufactured Glasslon hook components are made in the United States.
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Products, Sizes, and Packages
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The current product family includes a small swag or plant hook, a standard-size swag or utility hook, and a larger bicycle or utility hook.
The small hook is approximately 2 inches tall by 2 inches wide. The standard hook is approximately 2.75 inches tall by 2.75 inches wide. The bicycle or large utility hook is approximately 6 inches long by 3.5 inches wide.
The current colors described by Glasslon are pink, black, white, green, and blue. Availability may vary by hook style and inventory.
Glasslon describes its swag hooks as four-packs and its bicycle hooks as three-packs. Packages include the compatible screws and a nut driver. Customers supply their own power drill or screw gun.
Yes. The hook slides into the installed hub and can be removed intentionally and replaced with another compatible Glasslon hook size or color. Properly seated hooks are designed to remain secure during normal use.
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Installation
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You need a power drill or screw gun. Glasslon includes the compatible nut driver with the product package.
Locate suitable wood framing. Assemble the washer, hub, and supplied screw as directed, place the assembly on the supplied nut driver, and drive it securely into the wood framing with a drill or screw gun. Remove the nut driver, then slide the selected hook into the hub. Always follow the printed instructions supplied with the product.
Once suitable wood framing has been located and the tools are ready, Glasslon describes the mounting process as taking approximately 30 seconds. Actual time varies with the location, surface, and installer experience.
Yes. The hub is designed to accept the hook for either horizontal wall mounting or vertical ceiling mounting when the fastener is secured into suitable wood framing.
The current supplied fastener is intended for secure installation into wood framing, such as a wood stud, ceiling joist, or other suitable solid-wood structural member.
No. Drywall, sheetrock, or plaster alone is not an approved support surface for the current wood-screw installation. The supplied screw must be secured into suitable wood framing behind the finished surface.
No separate drywall anchor is required when the supplied fastener is properly installed into suitable wood framing. The drywall itself is not the load-bearing material.
For free swivel operation, install the washer in the standard orientation shown in the instructions. For a more stationary setup, remove and invert the washer before installing the mounting assembly. The inverted washer increases resistance so the hook does not rotate as freely.
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Capacity and Safety
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Do not exceed 50 pounds on any current Glasslon hook. The 50-pound limit applies only when the product is properly assembled, installed with the supplied hardware into suitable wood framing, and used as instructed. The total load includes the item and all chains, baskets, straps, or accessories attached to it.
Only use the hook overhead when it is correctly installed into suitable wood framing, the complete hanging load is safely below 50 pounds, and the plant, chain, basket, and accessories are in good condition. If the framing location or installation is uncertain, do not hang the item overhead and consult a qualified professional.
Yes. Confirm that the mounting assembly is secure before adding a load. Periodically inspect the hook, hub, fastener, hanging hardware, and mounting location. Stop using the installation if any part becomes loose, damaged, cracked, or worn.
Glasslon describes the hooks as suitable for indoor or outdoor use and UV protected to help resist fading. Outdoor installations should still be inspected regularly, especially after severe weather or temperature changes.
Glasslon describes the hooks as a reinforced composite made with fiberglass and nylon, with material added to produce the available colors. The design includes structural reinforcement for strength.
Service life depends on installation, load, exposure, and use. Pat McCarthy reports that an early outdoor example has remained in use for approximately six years without becoming brittle or weak. Regular inspection and compliance with the 50-pound limit remain important.
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Uses and Swivel Features
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Common uses include hanging plants, baskets, seasonal decorations, lightweight tools, hoses, and other household items that fit securely within the hook and keep the total load below 50 pounds.
Examples include bicycles, lawn chairs, chainsaws, sports equipment, and larger storage items. The item must fit securely and the complete load must not exceed 50 pounds.
Yes. In its standard swivel configuration, the hook can rotate through 360 degrees. This can allow a hanging plant to turn with a breeze or let a user reposition an item without removing it.
The swivel feature lets an item rotate toward the user or away from surrounding objects. For example, a bicycle can be repositioned while the user remains near a workbench, and a plant can be turned in small increments for more even light exposure.
Glasslon designed the system for broad household use. Homeowners, renters with permission, gardeners, do-it-yourself customers, and contractors may find uses for the system when installation conditions and load limits are followed.
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Orders, Warranty, and Support
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Glasslon describes a one-year product warranty. If a product problem occurs within one year, contact Glasslon for assistance and possible replacement. Coverage is subject to the written warranty and product instructions supplied with the order.
Return requests must be submitted within 15 calendar days after delivery. The current policy applies when Glasslon shipped the wrong product or the product has a verified manufacturing defect. All returns require prior authorization. Review the full Return and Refund Policy at glasslon.com/refunds-returns/.
Glasslon's goal is to process available inventory within one to three business days, with next-business-day shipment when possible. Processing and delivery times can vary with inventory, order volume, destination, and carrier conditions.
Glasslon welcomes inquiries from contractors, retailers, resellers, and businesses interested in larger quantities or commercial opportunities. Contact Glasslon to discuss current availability and terms.
