Without doubts, hanging your TV on the wall helps to beautify your living room. You get to free up more space in your sitting room.
It is possible to mount a TV on the wall without studs and we are going to open your eyes to how you can do that in this write-up.
Before we proceed, we are going to open your eyes to some of the very important things to bear in mind before you do that.
In case you don’t already know, a stud is that vertical frame that forms part of the wall. Often made of timber, studs can be likened to a frame.
How to Mount A TV on the Wall without Studs
- Begin by attaching brackets to the back of your TV. Don’t forget that some TVs don’t have all the things you need to connect them. So, you need to drive several screws into each mount to maintain a certain level of consistency with popular TV brands such as Sony, LG, TCL, Vizio, and others that have mounting holes.
- Nail the Wall Plate. Make sure you nail the wall plate on the wall. This is to ensure that you come up with a perfectly aligned, straight-mounted TV.
- Go ahead and attach the TV. This is quite easy. You just simply hang the TV on the wall and yes, you get rewarded with a beautiful display of your efforts on the wall.
When your TV wall mounts do not have studs, it’s always good to have an alternative backup behind the drywall. You can make use of snap toggle bolts. Just bear in mind that there are a couple of sizes you can choose from. A good rule of thumb is to select one which perfectly suits the weight of what you want to mount.
Alternatively, you can first install plywood. After that, you can add the weight of the plywood to your TV.
What is the weight of the TV?
Before you go about mounting your TV on the wall without studs, you should first find out about the weight of your TV.
Check the anchor screws chosen to know if they are rated for the weight of your TV. The model of the TV can go a long way to determine its weight. If the TV is 32 inches, for example, its weight can be between 25 and 30 pounds.
If the TV has a larger screen, it means its weight will be more than that. Different anchors have different load capacities too and this will help you to make the right choice among the many types of anchors available out there today.
What is your wall condition?
The condition of the all can also determine how to mount the TV on the wall. Even if the anchor is very strong, it will still not work for the mounting if the wall is not strong. If the wall is weak, it can bend and bow under the weight of the TV and this can cause the wall to cave in under pressure.
Which mount is to be used?
The amount you use for the TV must be chosen carefully. The mount with the VESA pattern is considered to be one of the best choices because it can create a standard pattern for wall mounts. This ensures that they can fit any type of TV. There are different types of TV mounts and they can fit specific sizes and weights of TV.
If the TV mount is specifically made for a 32 inches TV, it will not work for a 40 inches TV. Your TV can crash if you use the wrong amount for it. Aside from the crashing of the TV, the wall too can get damaged. If you do not know how to choose the right mounts for your TV, you can find help from professionals for TV installation.
There are different types of mounts
Mounts are not the same. There are even varieties among the mounts for a particular size and weight of the TV.
You should bear this in mind so that you can pick the right size and design of the mount for your TV. The two most common types of mounts are the tilting mount and fixed mount.
These two types of mounts work perfectly for mounting the TV on the wall without studs.
The titling mount can enable the end-user to change the TV from one vertical angle to another after installation, while the fixed mount is fixed to one position and the TV cannot be changed from the singular position after installation.
If you are using a full-motion mount, you should never use toggle bolts and other walk anchors for it.
The mounts come with swivels and arms that permit a complete adjustment of the angle and they tend to add more weight to the installation. If you move the TV or adjust its position after installation, this can subject the anchor points to stress and put the wall at risk.
Items required for the mount
We have mentioned some items in the section above. In case you are confused about each of these items, we will elaborate on each of them in this section of the write-up to enable you better understand what each of them means
Anchors
They make it easy to hang anything on the wall if studs are not involved. They can help to prevent the slipping of the screws from their holes and prevent damage to the walls
Toggle anchors
They can also be called toggle bolts. They have the same appearance as the normal type of screws, but their end comes with a butterfly toggle. When you place it against the wall, it works by anchoring the TV to the back of the wall.
When you pull at the screw or place an outward force or weight will have no effect since the toggle can force the sheet of the wall to resist the force and not crumble the core.
Molly bolts
Wall anchors are easier to use than molly bolts. However, the latter is well-suited for heavy and medium loads it is also extremely sturdy. It is available in two variations, which are:
- Pointed and
- Non-pointed
The pointed type comes with a sharp tip and you can install it by applying forceful but gentle taps using a hammer.
The non-pointed type, on the other hand, can be used only after you have created an installation hole on the wall.
If the bolts are un-tightened, they will stay thin. The sleeves will expand after tightening to the wall and this will create an anchor to the back of the wall.
The mechanism used by the molly bolts is similar to that of the toggle anchors. The screws can be removed after anchoring the molly bolts securely and they will be replaced with the screws for mounting the TV to the wall.
Mounting plates
The mounting plate can also be called the cleat and it can be made using plywood or metal. You can place the mounting plates behind the TV and then screw them into the wall with anchor screws. You can then screw the base of the TV mount to the mounting plate.
Mounting plates can add several anchor points and also create a large surface area that can adequately bear the weight of the TV and the mount.
You can cut the mounting plate into a smaller size than that of the TV and the TV monitor will be able to hide the metal or plywood material of the mounting plate; this will help to improve aesthetics and make the setup look more sophisticated.
Ceiling mounts
The ceiling mount is not a standard wall mount, but it is a good option for those that have walls without studs. The process is, however, more intensive than that of wall mounts and its feasibility is not so impressive. The joists and beams on ceilings can act as studs.
