To hang a tv on a brick or cement wall we recommend using sleeve or wedge anchors and a metal tv mount.
Hanging tv mount on brick.
Mortar tends to deteriorate but if you try to drill into the brick itself it s easy to crumble.
If you re dead set on mounting a tv on a brick fireplace it s a good idea to call an expert.
Remember to get the right mount for your tv and the right screws for the brick wall.
Mark the area with chalk and then check to see that the marks are level.
Position the mount in the exact position.
I usually use 4 inch long 3 8 sleeve anchors if you are hanging on a plaster wall with brick behind it and 3 inch long sleeves if its a bare brick or cement wall.
You re handy we know.
But tv mounting on a brick fireplace isn t simple.
Mount tv wall mount kit according to directions.
After drilling the holes make sure the nuts are on the ends of the sleeves and tap the sleeves into the holes.
Clear the hole of debris.
Mount brackets on back of tv to attach the wall mount according to instructions.
You will also need a hammer drill and a masonry bit to drill pilot holes for the anchors.
Drive the screw into the hole with a standard drill and continue until all brackets are firmly in place.
Most tv mounting systems can be installed within an hour or two though it may take longer to attach hardware to certain wall surfaces such as brick stone tile or concrete.
How to install a flat screen tv on a brick wall step 1.
Leave it to puls.
Carefully hang the flat screen television to the mount checking to ensure that safety tabs are in place for extra holding.
Create the pilot hole with a carbide tipped masonry bit sized to the diameter of the concrete sleeve.
So what s the best solution.
Put on your safety goggles and dust mask before you begin working as masonry dust is not.
The steps are as follows.
Mount tv to wall mount.
Having the right tools will make it faster especially for the drilling process.
How to mount the tv drill holes in brick according to mounting slots on tv mount.
Do this by checking the weight of your tv before you go out to purchase the screws.
If your pro needs to add blocking to the installation site for extra support the job could take four hours or more.
Before drilling or mounting anything.
Lastly keep an eye on the tv and the mount during the first few days after installation.