How to Mount an LCD TV on a Plasterboard Wall
Without question, the major appeal of flat panel televisions is its form factor. Being able to wall-mount a set maximizes the visual appeal, but mounting to plasterboard (with presumably metal studs) is not as straightforward.
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Things You'll Need
- Stud finder
- Wall mount bracket
- Socket wrench and inserts
- Drill
- 1/2-inch masonry bit
- 1/4-inch masonry drill bit
- Phillips bit
- 1/4-inch drill bit
- 2-foot length of 2x4 plank
- 4-inch tapcon screws
- 4-inch lag bolts and washers
- Circular saw
- Pencil
- Level
- Assistant (if needed)
Instructions
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Assess the Situation
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Examine the plasterboard using the stud finder. Determine the separation between studs. Drill a small test hole to determine the stud material using the 1/4-inch bit.
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Cut the 2x4 plank to the same width as the part of the wall bracket that will sit against the wall. Place this against the wall flat, and use a pencil to trace around it.
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Cut out the plasterboard using the drywall knife, so the 2x4 fits into this new opening. Since most metal studs are 2 inches thick, this should place the 2x4 piece virtually flush with the plasterboard.
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Drill through the 2x4 plank and into the concrete/brick behind it, creating four holes. Ensure these holes will not eventually interfere with the bracket's bolts.
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Drill the tapcons through the 2x4 and into the substrate behind it. Give a few firm tugs to ensure stability.
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Place the wall mount over the installed 2x4, and mark at least two lag bolt locations with a pencil. Pre-drill these spots with the 1/2-inch masonry bit into the substrate.
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Mount the wall bracket to the 2x4, using the 4-inch lag bolts, washers and socket wrench. Check alignment with a level.
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Mount the TV side of the wall bracket to the set, using the appropriate screwdriver and screws.
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Mount the TV to the wall bracket.
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