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Can a TV Be Mounted on Metal Studs?

Top Answer: Yes, always (42% of 35 votes).
Can a TV Be Mounted on Metal Studs?
Yes, always
42%
In most cases
34%
In some cases
8%
No, never
14%

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Updated on May 09, 2016

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Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Yah a lot of studs in LA are metal and it is indeed possible
KK TV Mounting
Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: yes usually commercial buildings or Highrise buildings they have metal studs and its doable
Bk Pro TV Mounting Plus
Answer: No, never
Explanation: no
Esquire TV mounting
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Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: Yes using special toggle bolts mounted into the metal studs and bolt your mount into the toggles you can mount a TV in metal studs.
Acuity Installation, LLC
Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: hit the stud when available
ESDG,LLC
Answer: No, never
Explanation: In this case, the TV will have to be Mounted to the Drywall using Drywall Anchors.
Temp Techs
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Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: Yes, but usually different fasteners need to be used that do not come in a mount kit.
Construct Boss
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: As long as you use the correct anchors such as toggle bolts ot is safe
Mn Tv & Entertainment Installation
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Working with metal studs can be a challenge, however with the proper mounting brackets metal studs are not a problem. Be sure to let the professional know the studs are metal before the come to do the install.
TVmtn.com
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Answer: No, never
Explanation: metal studs are I-shape there for, there isnt enough surface to hold the weight of the television
D&R Home Audio Services
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: its possible to mount a light wight tv with fix mount bracket
sky tv mounting
Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: Using toggle straps
Telsat communications
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Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: With the correct anchors.
Modern AV LLC
Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Depends on the type of mount and TV size
Theaters and Technologies
Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: I don't see why not
HD TV Antennas installer
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