- TVs larger than 55" can be difficult to place, especially when studs are too far apart
- When studs are too far apart, options include mounting the TV in a corner, using a plywood fix, or a wooden/metal bar mount
- Methods involve measuring stud distance, finding studs, and securely mounting the TV to ensure stability.
Smart and big TVs are everywhere now. It would be a rare scene where you would notice a tiny CRT TV placed. However, with TVs growing in size, it is becoming difficult for users to place them. When TVs are larger than 55”, it becomes quite a hassle to build a large TV desk or find a place to store it comfortably. In that case, TV Mounts come in handy because they allow mounting the TV on the wall, which gives no restrictions to space constraints. However, what happens if studs are too far apart?
If that’s the case with your house as well, don’t worry because our guide has got you covered. Here we will go through some of the best methods to go around and mount your TV when studs are too far apart. Let’s get started right away.
What Happens If Studs Are Too Far Apart?
If studs are too far apart, it can be pretty difficult to mount your TV. Moreover, it can be frustrating, and you will be urged to call a professional for help. When studs are too far apart, you will have some options to still mount your TV.
However, the easiest one of them is to mount your TV in the corner. This will save you from the hassle of putting up a wooden plank or metal bar. Another method incorporates using a plyboard as this is where the bracket will go, and you can then mount your TV. If all this sounds difficult, don’t worry; we will go through this in detail.
How to Mount TV when Studs are Too Far Apart?
If Studs are too far apart, you should start by measuring how far they actually are. That means, the first step to mounting a TV when studs are too far is to figure out the actual distance and then proceed ahead. However, we will guide you in detail in the following sections.
Before Starting: Figuring Out the Studs
The first thing you need to do is figure out where the stud is. Because Studs are already hidden, so there’s no way you can until you know the exact location of the studs. An easy way to do this is to move along the wall, tapping it lightly with a hammer or your knuckles as you listen for the more dense and less dense areas, to use the old knocking technique. Sounds of hollowness suggest the presence of studs.
When you find the first stud, mark it with a pencil or anything that is visible to you during the installation of mounts. To properly secure a TV mount, you’ll need to locate a second stud relatively close to the first one. Standard stud spacing is 16 inches in the center, so measuring to the nearest of those could help you locate the first one.
Method 1: Use Plyboard Fix Studs That Are Too Far
There are two ways to get around when the studs are too far. You can either get a plyboard or cut a wooden or metal bar mount. We will go through both of these. The first option is to construct a mounting spot out of plywood. Using this mounting plate, attach a length of 3/4″ plywood to the wall at stud spacing. Now, follow these steps:
- The distance between the studs needs to be bridged with a 3/4-inch plywood board.
- Make sure to reduce the size of the ply so it won’t be visible once the TV is installed. Don’t fret if the studs are too far apart just trim the plate to fit across them.
- After that, prime the plywood, and then paint it a color that matches the wall if you want to improve its appearance.
- Finally, place the ply across the space between the studs and fasten it to both of them. It needs to be at least two studs wide. If the ply can cover more studs, that is even better.
Wood screws of sufficient stability can be used to attach the plywood to the studs. Although screwing into the plywood’s face is the most common thing to do, it’s not without its drawbacks.
Since it is the natural property of the ply to expand and contract, this can loosen screws and nails over time, face screwing is recommended. You can also use fasteners for this process. This will make the screws stable and last longer.
Method 2: Use Wooden Mount or Metal Bar
If the above method is not suitable for you or perhaps you think that a plyboard won’t be that strong, it is in your best interest to use a wooden mount or a metal bar to mount your TV. This method comes in extremely handy when studs are too far apart. Follow these steps:
- First of all, paint the wooden plant or spray paint the metal bars.
- Find the wall studs with a stud finder or using the above-described knocking technique.
- Mark the 2×4 mount using a pencil and set the level on top.
- Now drill the attachment holes for the planks or the metal bar.
- Next up, drill holes for the second plank.
- When everything is set up, put your TV on the bracket and mount it.
Now, without any worries, your TV is strongly mounted.
Method 3: Mount in the Corner
If the above methods don’t feel viable for you or you don’t have enough space on the walls and the studs are too far apart, it is a great method to mount your TV in the corner because this will save a lot of space and effort. Moreover, this will be a safer alternative than the above methods. Follow these steps:
- Pick a suitable corner where you will be able to watch TV every day.
- Make sure that the Window is not opposite to your TV otherwise, you will see the light entering from Window and won’t be able to enjoy it.
- Now, mark the studs on the wall using the Knock technique.
- Drill holes and install the mount.
- Put your TV on the bracket.
- Now mount your TV.
That’s it. Now you will be able to watch TV without worrying about the studs being too far apart.
The Bottom Line
Well, that’s all we have here about how you can mount a TV on the wall if the studs are too far apart. We hope this guide has helped you. If you still need any help or have any questions in mind, make sure to comment down below.
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