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Default Can a metal stud wall support a 52" flatscreen

On Sat, 23 Feb 2008 16:22:39 -0500, "Edee em"
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I think I know the answer to this (NO!) but buddy who did the wall for me
says that he can insert wood into the metal stud and then lag-bolt the TV
mount to that. I want to believe him but that is why I am he will a 2
foot length of wood in a metal stud support a 100 pound TV? Where does the
support come from if the wood isn't running ceiling to floor? Etc...

Any thoughts from the group (especially the framers out there!)



A 50" plasma and mount can be held with molly bolts in a metal stud.
Check the company site. RTM.

Four 4" lag bolts is good or even six is better in wood!!
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Oren