Having the right tools will make it faster especially for the drilling process.
Hanging tv mount on brick.
Mount tv to wall mount.
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Clear the hole of debris.
Leave it to puls.
After drilling the holes make sure the nuts are on the ends of the sleeves and tap the sleeves into the holes.
Position the mount in the exact position.
Mount brackets on back of tv to attach the wall mount according to instructions.
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.
Mark the area with chalk and then check to see that the marks are level.
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 will also need a hammer drill and a masonry bit to drill pilot holes for the anchors.
If your pro needs to add blocking to the installation site for extra support the job could take four hours or more.
How to install a flat screen tv on a brick wall step 1.
Mount the tv wall.
Carefully hang the flat screen television to the mount checking to ensure that safety tabs are in place for extra holding.
Drive the screw into the hole with a standard drill and continue until all brackets are firmly in place.
Remember to get the right mount for your tv and the right screws for the brick wall.
Lastly keep an eye on the tv and the mount during the first few days after installation.
So what s the best solution.
Before drilling or mounting anything.
Create the pilot hole with a carbide tipped masonry bit sized to the diameter of the concrete sleeve.
After marking your drill spot with chalk begin drilling over the chalk dots with your hammer drill and carbide.
But tv mounting on a brick fireplace isn t simple.
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.
To hang a tv on a brick or cement wall we recommend using sleeve or wedge anchors and a metal tv mount.
How to mount the tv drill holes in brick according to mounting slots on tv mount.
Use level when drilling to make sure holes are level.
Mount tv wall mount kit according to directions.