Ceiling tv mount

[Diagro]

Hi all,

Allcam Electric Motorized TV Ceiling Mount Bracket Levelness & Height Adjustable for 23"-65" TVs max 30kg

Electric motorized flip-down TV bracket easily lowers the TV into the viewing position and lifts it back again for storage by remote control. VESA Compliance 400x400, suitable for most 23"-55" TVs Max load capacity 30kg/66 lbs RF (radio) remote does not need line of sight Tilt up & down...

www.allcam.uk

I have one of these.

Im just wondering how to mount it.

I've located the beams above the plasterboard in my bedroom, used magnets to find the nails.
They are spaced too far apart to get the mount to span two.

Would it be suitable to use the beam to secure the mount at the two main bolts and then use heavy duty plasterboard fixings on the remaining 5 screws?

Or, should I get into the loft, and install some battons between the beams and then screw up into that from below? Id rather avoid this method, as it may not be possible due to the massive water tank up there.

The TV weighs 30KG.

Ta

 

[radderfire]

Could you use battens on the surface of the ceiling? i.e. run battens between beams on the ceiling and screw or bolt the battens to the beams, then attach the TV mount to them? I guess it might not look that good though.

 

[Diagro]

Could you use battens on the surface of the ceiling? i.e. run battens between beams on the ceiling and screw or bolt the battens to the beams, then attach the TV mount to them? I guess it might not look that good though.

I could use some 18mm structural board painted white on the surface.
That's easy and simple to do. And can span two beams.

 

[Participant]

If access is impaired from the loft, I'd cut out plasterboard between the joists, add noggin / support, then make good by replacing the bit you cut out, filler, and paint.

I would not use plasterboard fittings for a ceiling mounted TV, even if two of the screws are into wood.

Can you post a picture of the screw holes in the mount? I can't see it in the link.

 

[m4rmite]

30kg tv? Is it a crt?
I looked at one of these mounts a few years ago, decided for the aesthetics it was better(easier) to get a tv bed.

I was getting a bed anyway at the time.

 

[ANDARIAL]

get into the loft, and install some 4x2 or bigger if possible
securely fix these as well
battens would not be strong enough imho
and plasterboard fixings
just NO

 

[Diagro]

Thanks all.

Ill get into the loft, see what I can can access to.

 

[200sols]

30kg TV though. Is it the size of the entire ceiling?

 

[aaronyuri]

This thing is going to be above your bed and could collapse on you whilst you're asleep. Don't take any chances and ensure it is fitted properly.

 

[ANDARIAL]

This thing is going to be above your bed and could collapse on you whilst you're asleep. Don't take any chances and ensure it is fitted properly.

Tv will most likely be at foot of bed distance so PROBALLY would not squash him

 

[radderfire]

Buy a projector instead

 

[aaronyuri]

Tv will most likely be at foot of bed distance so PROBALLY would not squash him

I agree. Whilst it is unlikely, it is indeed probable.

 

[Participant]

I agree. Whilst it is unlikely, it is indeed probable.

Unlikely but probable? Someone skipped statistics!

 

[m4rmite]

If you don't value your ankles, watch the film misery.

Bolt that tv mount in firmly

 

[Janesy B]

Weight of the TV often includes the stand, which you won't need

 

[aaronyuri]

Unlikely but probable? Someone skipped statistics!

I was denied far more educational opportunities than you'd think.

Anyway, I'm on holiday and was about 10 cocktails deep. I'm surprised it was even mildly comprehendible! My replies later today may be... Fun? Silly? Who knows!!