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Heat rising from a fireplace can damage TV electronics over time. Learn the safe mounting distances, heat measurement techniques and protection options for TVs…
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The wall above a gas fireplace often contains venting, framing, gas lines and heat shields. Mounting a TV blindly into this cavity is dangerous.…
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Decorative brick or stone veneer over a fireplace may not be structural. Learn how to identify veneer, assess the backup wall, and select the…
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Marble and granite fireplaces are beautiful but extremely high-risk for drilling. Cracks can ruin thousands of dollars in stone work. Learn the risks, techniques…
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Tile walls in bathrooms, kitchens and over fireplaces can crack during drilling. Learn the correct bits, technique and anchor selection for safe TV mounting…
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Natural stone walls are beautiful but fragile. Drilling into stone for TV mounting carries a high risk of cracking and chipping. Learn the correct…
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Cinder block walls are hollow and cannot hold standard masonry anchors. Learn the correct toggle-style and expansion anchors for safe TV mounting on hollow…
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Concrete walls require a rotary hammer, heavy-duty masonry anchors, and serious dust control. Learn what to expect when mounting a TV on concrete in…
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Brick walls are common in Chicago apartments and older homes. Mounting a TV on brick requires a hammer drill, masonry anchors, and the right…
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Plaster and lath walls are common in Chicago homes built before the 1950s. They are harder, thicker, and more fragile than drywall. Learn the…
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Metal plates, pipes, wiring, dense plaster, and old lath can all confuse stud finders. Learn why your stud finder may be giving false readings…
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Old Chicago homes can have cracked, rotted, or previously drilled-out wood studs that cannot safely support a wall-mounted TV. Learn how to identify and…
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