Mounting Plates—made from metal or plywood. Placed behind the TV and attached to the wall with drywall anchors. The base of the wall mount is screwed to the mounting plate that creates a larger surface to support the TV. No wall studs? No problem. There are a few other methods for installing your flat-panel TV on the wall. The edge of the studs are attached with screws directly through the drywall. For the best hold, screws for your wall mount should go in a minimum of 3/4”. Tips: Locations where glare and reflection through windows on sunny days or lamps at night should be avoided. While many homeowners are positioning TVs above a fireplace, it is not recommended unless there is a mantle or protective heat shield separating the TV from the heat of the fireplace. Step 2: Prepare the Mounting Kit You Need Interior wall studs are generally spaced 16” apart while exterior walls are spaced 24” apart. You’ll want to find the center of the stud to attach the screws. Run the stud finder left to right to mark the left edge of the stud and right to left to mark the right edge. This will help you better identify the center.

Certain brands have mounting kits that have custom dimensions for their televisions, but you can also buy kits that have weight ranges that will fit a variety of television brands. If you don't want to buy a kit, you'll typically need to have the following tools on hand: Yes, you can use drywall anchor bolts such as toggle anchors or molly bolts. They can hold up to 100 pounds and secure your TV to the wall without needing wall studs. Can the TV fall off the drywall?It’s best to put 2 holes in each of the studs (2 top and 2 bottom) to keep the mount tight to the wall. After the holes are drilled, attach the mount to the wall with the screws provided. You should feel some resistance as you screw into each stud. If not, you may have missed the stud.

A full-motion TV mount pivots in multiple points to tilt, swivel, extend, and rotate your TV. It's useful to view from various seatings areas, reduce glare, and allow access to the rear TV ports and cables. It is the most expensive option and may require a more secure anchoring method than other styles due to the continuous movement. If you’re unsure about installing a full-motion mount, consider hiring a professional. How to Mount a TV On Drywall: Step-by-Step Step 1: Choose the Right Spot The type of mount you decide to use will be based on your particular application and what you’d like to do. Fixed mounts (static) are attached to the wall in one position and cannot be adjusted. This is the most affordable design and easiest to install. The fixed type will work best if you plan to mount it at eye level (approximately 42” off the ground), don’t need access to the rear ports, and don’t plan on moving it. Now that your TV is mounted to the wall, you’ll want to make sure you can get the optimum audio and video capabilities from it. Whether you’ve got a Smart TV or standard model, you’ll need to access all the ports to connect your game consoles, DVRs, computers, sound systems, media players, and streaming devices. Access to the HDMI, component, optical digital, and other ports will ensure your TV delivers the highest-quality picture and sound. Step 8: Secure the Cables Behind the TVThe tilting version will work better if you intend to mount it above eye level as it gives the ability to tilt your TV screen 45 degrees down. This will give you an optimal viewing angle plus help you reduce glare and reflections from windows and lamps. It can also be pushed flat against the wall when not in use. The wall surrounding the final spot should be obstruction-free (no windows, tall cabinets, or doorways.)