[EdFNJ]

We are in the process of moving into our newly purchased (resale) home. Just got a new 65" TV and want to wall mount it.

Used my "stud finder" and after it stopped pointing at me it found my alleged studs.

First thing I noticed is they were 24" centers not the 16" most building use. No problem, I get a piece of 3/4 inch plywood to mount across the beams and try punching a pilot hole with a nail before I lag bolt it to the wall and to make sure it is centered on the (expected) 2x4. All I get is a "clank" so I try the other beam, same "clank." WTF, so I go into our closet and find 2 more beams .... same thing.

Can someone confirm the use of metal studs on 24" centers or is there something else going on? If that's the case there is no way I can SAFELY wall mount this BIG TV that I am aware of. Lag bolts into metal studs make me nervous.

The "style" of the home is called "About Time." It's like a Villa but with a bit larger property. It's in Amelia Village.

Thanks.

[laryb]

I have a 58" plasma in the bedroom that weighs app. 130 lb., and had it professionally hung (could have done it myself but back won't let me lift anymore). He used 4 sheet metal screws on a 400mm X 400mm vesa mount without any plywood. I also have a 65" 4k set in the living room hung in the same way, and am confident that they both are going no where. Now, if you're going to use a mount that swings out, then I would consider have it done professionally.

[EdFNJ]

Originally Posted by laryb

I have a 58" plasma in the bedroom that weighs app. 130 lb., and had it professionally hung (could have done it myself but back won't let me lift anymore). He used 4 sheet metal screws on a 400mm X 400mm vesa mount without any plywood. I also have a 65" 4k set in the living room hung in the same way, and am confident that they both are going no where. Now, if you're going to use a mount that swings out, then I would consider have it done professionally.

Who did it for you?

Hmmmm, everything I have been reading says not to use sheet metal screws but to use toggles. Interesting. I might return the articulating mount for just a plain mount. Don't really need the articulating mount.

Thanks

[laryb]

I used AVA. Call Jay (352) 516-7900

[EdFNJ]

Originally Posted by laryb

I used AVA. Call Jay (352) 516-7900

Thanks. I Just called and left him a VM. I'd do it myself (have done a few before) but the metal studs threw me for a loop.

[Kahuna32162]

Tom at the Villages AV is the go to guy for mounting the TV and comcelling all the wire. He is a sponsor here on TOTV so you should be able to find him easily.

[bob47]

I've hung a heavy clock on a metal interior stud. Drilled through the stud and used an expanding wall anchor that has a 1/4 inch screw. I believe it required a 1/2 inch diameter hole.

I imagine this technique would work using 4 wall anchors and a piece of plywood.

[petsetc]

I found several youtube videos which helped. I used Hillman Strap-Toggle's from HomeDepot. Plywood is helpful to distribute the weight.

[HiHoSteveO]

Originally Posted by EdFNJ

We are in the process of moving into our newly purchased (resale) home. Just got a new 65" TV and want to wall mount it.

Used my "stud finder" and after it stopped pointing at me it found my alleged studs.

First thing I noticed is they were 24" centers not the 16" most building use. No problem, I get a piece of 3/4 inch plywood to mount across the beams and try punching a pilot hole with a nail before I lag bolt it to the wall and to make sure it is centered on the (expected) 2x4. All I get is a "clank" so I try the other beam, same "clank." WTF, so I go into our closet and find 2 more beams .... same thing.

Can someone confirm the use of metal studs on 24" centers or is there something else going on? If that's the case there is no way I can SAFELY wall mount this BIG TV that I am aware of. Lag bolts into metal studs make me nervous.

The "style" of the home is called "About Time." It's like a Villa but with a bit larger property. It's in Amelia Village.

Thanks.

As a couple of posters have already mentioned, heavy duty toggle bolts are in order. Sounds like you're the DIY type of person. Hillman might be very similar, not familiar with that brand, but the strongest toggle bolts I've ever seen and used are the Toggler "Snap Toggle" bolts. Both Home Depot and Lowe's carry them. I would drill a hole through the center of the metal stud where you can and use these. Come in two sizes. I used them when hanging new heavy duty metal shelves in the bedroom closets.

Toggler Snaptoggle | Anchor Bolts,Toggle Bolt, Toggle Bolts

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Originally Posted by Kahuna32162

Tom at the Villages AV is the go to guy for mounting the TV and comcelling all the wire. He is a sponsor here on TOTV so you should be able to find him easily.

I agree. He did mine and he didn't have to find studs. He has some kind of super lags that will hold anything.

[Jima64]

I would much rather have metal studs instead of wood termite studs.

[cmfjr]

Another Vote for Tom at The Villages AV(352.388.1677). I've used him several times to mount 2 larger TV's, install a universal remote system so I could access all of my units with one remote. When mounting a TV, he can add a outlet behind the unit to hide all wires! He uses a very strong "strap-toggle" that you could hang from so the TV is up for good! His prices are great. Give him a call today!

[wisbad1]

Originally Posted by Kahuna32162

Tom at the Villages AV is the go to guy for mounting the TV and comcelling all the wire. He is a sponsor here on TOTV so you should be able to find him easily.

tom is the best!!!!

[Waverunner]

Another vote for Tom at Villages AV. Tom wall mounted our 55" bedroom tv, and our lanai 55" tv. He managed to hide the boxes and wires for both. He is a wealth of information on the audio/visual stuff, and installations in The Villages. He also knows the good and bad wall mount systems. He has very reasonable pricing.

[dietpepsi]

use Tom Village Av he's fair good and honest and will give you the facts,when you call you have to leave a message he does not take calls during the day but he will return your call promptly that evening just an overall good guy