The Ballad of the Big Screen (And How It Didn’t Fall Off the Wall)
He drilled into the studs using the provided lag bolts. Not too tight—just until the washer kissed the metal. If he hit drywall only, he’d use the included heavy-duty anchors, but for 100 inches? Studs or bust. equatech universal tv wall mount 32 to 100 instructions
Leo stood there, holding his brand new 85-inch TV. It was magnificent. It was also terrifying. His old stand groaned under the weight. “Time to channel my inner contractor,” he muttered, opening the box. The Ballad of the Big Screen (And How
He marked two studs, 16 inches apart. He held the up, level in hand (critical!), and marked the pilot holes. “If this isn’t level,” he whispered, “my TV will look like a drunk pirate’s painting.” Studs or bust
Pro tip from the story: If the back of your TV is curved or has a bump, use the longer spacers. If it’s flat, no spacers.