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Mounting a TV into Metal Studs VS Wood Studs. A TV mount that is designed for metal studs is almost identical to the one designed for a wooden stud installation. The difference lies between the hardware that is used to attach the bracket to the wall for proper support.
- Get The Right Fasteners. Here are three different fasteners that will work: #1 – Toggle Bolt. #2 – Self Drilling Toggle Anchor. #3 – Snap Toggle (Recommended)
- Locate the Metal Studs. It’s important that you find the EXACT CENTER of the stud. Metal studs aren’t very wide (typically about 1.25″). Since you will be drilling a 1/2″ hole in the stud, that only leaves about 3/8″ of metal on either side of the whole.
- Determine the Mounting Location for the TV. You probably want your TV at a certain height and at a certain location side-to-side on the wall. So before drilling your holes, figure out exactly where you want to mount the TV so you know where to attach the tv wall mount bracket.
- Drill Some Holes! For most of the fasteners I recommend, you’ll need a 1/2″ hole in the wall. So, you’ll need a 1/2″ metal drill bit to drill those holes.
Mar 19, 2014 · Wall Mounting a TV to metal studs is slightly more difficult than mounting to wood studs. However, in this video I show you a simple and secure way to wall ...
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In this episode of Kanto Explains, we show you how to mount a TV on a steel stud wall.We teach you all the tools you need, how to drill into the steel studs...
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- Purchase the Correct Hardware. Image via Amazon. Typical lag bolts or screws are perfect fasteners when your wall studs are made from wood. Unfortunately, metal stud construction complicates the process and requires different hardware for proper support.
- Find the Studs. Just like their wooden counterparts, you’ll be able to locate your metal studs behind the drywall with a stud finder. Most metal studs are only about 1.25" wide and drilling in the exact center will be critical.
- Pre-drill the Pilot Holes to Ensure Proper Placement. You'll ultimately need to drill a 1/2" hole to fit the snap toggle, but to ensure the hole is precisely in the center of the stud, you should use a smaller drill bit first.
- Insert the Hardware and Attach the Bracket. You’ll need to install the snap toggles vertically so that they line up with the metal studs. This will ensure that the wall bracket sits flat on the wall and doesn't rock.
Mar 2, 2023 · Securing the TV Mount onto the Metal Studs. Securing the TV mount onto the metal studs is an essential part of the installation process. Step 1: Put the lag bolts through the holes in the mount and gently push them through the holes in the metal studs until the mount is flush against the wall. Step 2: Tighten the lag bolts with a screwdriver or ...
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Attaching tv mount to metal studs is quite easier even if you do it by yourself. The following easy-to-follow guide will help you in mounting to metal studs while effectively securing your TV to prevent it from falling. With metal studs in hand, hanging a tv may become a bit challenging, since they are hallowed and have thin walls.
