TV Mount

2012Coleman wrote:
Easily determined using a stud finder.

Agreed, I literally just did this project in my trailer. I originally intended on doing a custom backboard on the wall, with many screws, then attach the tv mount to the board. I went through the process of fabricating the backboard, sanding and staining, then when I came out to the garage the next day, I determined I was not sold on installing it, and thought it wouldn't look good. So, grabbed my studfinder and sure enough found some(albeit narrow), studs. 2 screws on top one in center bottom of my mount worked perfectly. Note I did only install a 22" LCDTV, so, it's quite light. I plan on upgrading to a 32"+ next season and putting the 22" in the bedroom. So I'll definitely be reconsidering the strength of these 3 - 1" screws on a narrow stud when I install something larger. I was thinking, maybe one of those ;Quake Straps; attached to the back of the tv, then attached under the overhead cabinet? Hmmm, might not look too tacky and might provide enough support for a heavier tv, using the existing bracket.

pconroy328 wrote:
Those are some beefy screws. I just mounted two 19" LED TVs and they are light. I doubt you *need* that kind of holding power. In any event, what I did was to not even risk it. I mounted the, um, mount to a 3/4" thick and about 5" wide board stained to match the cabinet. Then I mounted that board to the wall using several and smaller screws. I even considered a little liquid nails but in the end, it's secured solidly with just the screws.

And I have smaller holes in the motorhome wall.

This is a good idea ^^
I came to this thread seeing how you guys resolved this. I have a blank wall above a base cabinet, below a wall cabinet, that only has my thermostat on the far end of it. Perfect space to hang a tv up to 32" i think. It's an interior wall, the other side of the wall is the bathtub/shower. My question is, how thick are interior walls, typically? I will most likely use the above idea to have a nice wall board stained to match(or just black), with multiple screws going into the wall, just need to figure how long I need my screws to be.

Easily determined using a stud finder.

I asked the dealer that question when we picked up our Hideout. He indicated that there is a board behind the wall board. In our case, it is about two feet square. I'd try using a stud finder to see if it is able to detect the board. Of course, the dealer's favorite words apply here as well, "No Problem!", when asked about mounting a 32" TV there.

What dia. screws came with the mount? I would expect something like #8 or #10 screws for a 20" TV and may depend on the number of screws and the pattern. 1/4" lag screws is just way overkill. Unless you drill the appropriate dia. pilot hole first, larger screws can split a wall stud so be careful.

This is an exterior wall? If so, you'll only have 1" depth to work with. You sure don't want anything going through the exterior siding. If you remove a cover plate from one of the outlets, you can check the exact wall depth. If the mount is not an articulating type that extends out from the wall, you don't have to worry as much about leverage pulling the mount out either. Not sure what mount you have, but not all have the screws aligned vertically in one row in the center. It may help to attach a small square piece of wood to the wall first, then the mount (as mentioned above).

The horizontal centerline indiacted on the sticker on the wall suggests something possibly wider than a 3/4" wide stud in the wall. Maybe there is either a few studs side-by-side, or a wood square behind the wall panel. A stud finder may show an outline of it.

Just looked at our friends 20" TV and articulating mount today in their TT, and the mount is attached to an end cabinet wall (3/4" thick) with 4 #8 screws.

Those are some beefy screws. I just mounted two 19" LED TVs and they are light. I doubt you *need* that kind of holding power. In any event, what I did was to not even risk it. I mounted the, um, mount to a 3/4" thick and about 5" wide board stained to match the cabinet. Then I mounted that board to the wall using several and smaller screws. I even considered a little liquid nails but in the end, it's secured solidly with just the screws.

And I have smaller holes in the motorhome wall.