pknoll
03-09-2005, 07:24 AM
I'm about to embark on mounting a plasma onto an exterior wall in a townhouse that was recently (professionally) constructed in NYC. The studs are 24" on center. The wall is an exterior wall with heavier gauge studs than those flimsy things you normally see on interior non-loadbearing walls. I'm quite certain I can do the appropriate math for the weight of the plasma vs. the metal studs. Issue #1: Behind the drywall is the metal studs, the distance between the studs and the cinder block is 10".
Question #1: Should I use tapcons to attach wood to the cinder block and build it out the required distance to make the wall/studs more sturdy?
Issue #2: Is that the plasma will also be mounted onto an articulating arm. This twist will have an impact on the weight of the unit as it is pulled from the wall. It is anticipated that the unit will be moved at least twice daily.
Question#2: Anyone have any tips on resupporting the wall or on a preferred brand of articulating mount for performance?
Question #1: Should I use tapcons to attach wood to the cinder block and build it out the required distance to make the wall/studs more sturdy?
Issue #2: Is that the plasma will also be mounted onto an articulating arm. This twist will have an impact on the weight of the unit as it is pulled from the wall. It is anticipated that the unit will be moved at least twice daily.
Question#2: Anyone have any tips on resupporting the wall or on a preferred brand of articulating mount for performance?