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Is It Possible to Mount a TV to Plaster Walls?

Top Answer: In most cases (41% of 143 votes).
Is It Possible to Mount a TV to Plaster Walls?
Always
25%
In most cases
41%
In some cases
20%
Never
6%
Not sure
6%

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Answer: Not sure
Explanation: Never did it before
Wayne's way llc
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: In most cases there exists suitable framing behind the plaster.
T&D Services
Answer: Always
Explanation: Yes, there are still wall studs behind the plaster that can be located for fastening.
Lopez Installations
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Answer: Always
Explanation: Just make sure u hit the studs.
Powerhouse Contractors
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Yes, in most cases can be proven difficult, Drywall are best for mounting Tv's
Djinn's Handy And Cleaning Services LLC
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Yes you can mount a television to player walls. However since most TV mounts are made for drywall and wood-stud framing, you will need a special mount to keep it from coming down
JC Handyman Services
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Answer: In most cases
Explanation: In standard cases we should be able to mount to any wall surface provided the walls have studs to secure the TV too.
Trusty Handy Helpers LLC
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Depends on location
APHS INC
Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Depends on the size of the tv, its weight and positions. I generally don’t suggest doing that but if you really really want it then I can bring my tools made for plaster walla
KK TV Mounting
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Answer: In most cases
Explanation: It would be a matter of ascertaining the location of wall studs, and/or the weight of the desired TV.
Stone County Services
Answer: Always
Explanation: We can mount a TV to any surface
TV Pros
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: It is important to be sure there is adequate support inside the wall before installation.
Endicott Handyman Service
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Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Should be able to mount it to any wall that has backing to support it
Troy Vanfleet Handyman Service
Answer: Always
Explanation: Behind plaster walls are 2X4 wood studs!
New Modern Dimensions LLC
Answer: Always
Explanation: As long as you're mounting into studs,there should be no problem.
Able-1 Handyman Services
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Answer: Never
Explanation: I'll never do that under any circumstance.
Elite Home Repairs
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: It depends on the type of studs that are behind the wall.
Connect Tech Svcs TV Mounting
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Size, mount style and anchoring factors may vary.
franks handyman service
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Answer: In most cases
Explanation: As long as you find the stud don't go banging around on a drill it all out
Thunder Struck Handyman LLC
Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Depending on the fasteners you use
joes Pro Services
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Depends on the surface.
La Quinta Co
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Answer: In most cases
Explanation: If u use dry wall screws
Above the rest landscaping and delivery
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Yes with proper anchors tvs can be mounted on plaster walls.
S&S Handyman Services LLC
Answer: Always
Explanation: Yes as long as the proper anchors are used
RR Services
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Answer: Always
Explanation: Depends on the size and weight of the TV, and the durability of the wall
Skilled Service, Repair & Installation
Answer: Always
Explanation: You can mount a TV to almost any wall.
Shenandoah Valley General Services
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: That depends on the wall. The best way to mount a TV is to connect the mount to a stud. If there is no stud then there are always other ways.
Moran Property Inspections
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Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Best practice is always find a stud to mount to. If one is not found, it depends on the weight of the tv and how strong the wall is. If you push on a plaster wall and it moves or crumbles, its probably not a good idea to mount on it.
Acuity Installation, LLC
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: There are special wall anchors that can be used in plaster walls that have no studs. Inspection by a professional is always recommended as we can determine if the wall is safe for the TV being mounted.
Central TX TV Mounted
Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Although you should not mount a television on plaster we will do it if we find a stud or you have a flat mount and your television is light enough to be mounted with anchors or toggle bolts.
The Assemblers
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Answer: Never
Explanation: The plaster will never support the weight.
derol construction
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: if it is totally plaster then reinforcing material will most likely have to be added to the wall and that could get expensive. In this case a self supporting mount that sits on the floor and holds the tv and components with a set of shelves and metal brace for the TV would be more practical
White Hat Computer Support Ltd
Answer: In some cases
Explanation: I don't personally, but they do sell the molliesin certain stores. I don't trust them.
Resurrection Rebuilding & Remodeling
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Answer: Always
Explanation: Harder to do but yes it can be done. Professionals are a must for these type of installs.
AV Integration Group
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: As long as it is anchored into the studs it is safe.
Mn Tv & Entertainment Installation
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: There is always a situation that something mounted on plaster won't work, however I can not think of one. The only trouble I can thing of is that finding the studs for proper mounting may be difficult with some stud finders. Proper installation into studs of a mount on plaster is not a problem.
TVmtn.com
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Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Plaster walls in one of the hardest materials to work with but by use the proper tools and not cracking the surfaces it can be done by using the correct type of anchors.
D&R Home Audio Services
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: as long us we have some type of stud.
sky tv mounting
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Knowledge of residential framing based on the year of the home is critical when stud searching as stud finders may be thrown off from the lath behind the plaster. These projects should be left for a professional installer
Telsat communications
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Answer: In some cases
Explanation: With the proper anchors.
J&S Handyman Services
Answer: Always
Explanation: find studes
all-phaze handyman & TV install
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Plaster can be tricky. This depends on the location of the studs.
Modern AV LLC
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Answer: Always
Explanation: TVs can be mounted on any surface.
Theaters and Technologies
Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Why wouldn't it be ? You locate studs and mount the TV bracket to the studs .weather it drywall or plaster makes no difference
Honey Do Handyman & Painting
Answer: Always
Explanation: Just find the stud
HD TV Antennas installer
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Answer: Always
Explanation: As long as you hit studs
Carolina Custom Mounts