This video explains how mount a media player floating shelve on a metal stud wall. You can mount into the metal stud or just on drywall as these anchors can hold upto 90lbs of weight.
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FAQ
1. Can you mount shelves on metal stud walls? Yes you can. Mounting shelves to metal stud walls require elephant anchors. Drilling a 1/2” hole and inserting an elephant anchor flange through the metal stud is able to hold heavy items on metal studs.
2. How do you anchor into metal studs?
Attach the mounting bracket to the wall using the elephant anchor toggle bolts. Slide the toggle bolt through the hole and pull securely to the metal stud. Screw each bolt so that it's snug, but not tight to the bracket. Once all the bolts are secure, check to make sure the bracket is level before tightening the bolts fully.
3. How much weight can you hang on metal studs.
The axial load, or load weight limit, for metal studs varies widely. An 8foot, 31/2inch metal stud, for instance, may support over 2,000 pounds, while a 16foot stud of the same width will support as little as 400 pounds. Please check with your builder.
We suggest not mounting more then 150 lbs on metal stud walls unless you have a professional opinion on the strength of the wall.
4. Can you mount on metal studs?
Metal studs are hollow and narrow, so you'll need hardware that will be strong enough to support the weight of the television and long enough to reach the studs. Elephant anchor toggles are stronger than a toggle bolt or drill toggle and can be used as an anchor for installing a flat screen TV through metal, drywall, and plaster.
5. Do stud finders work on metal studs?
The best stud finders for metal studs are magnetic stud finders. Commercial buildings and condos use metal studs, magnetic stud finders do a good job finding metal studs as well as metal nails used to mount the drywall on wood studs. A newer type of stud finder works by detecting density change and it can used as well.
6. Can you hang cabinets on metal studs?
You can hang cabinets on metal studs. However please consult your builder to determine maximum weight capacity of the wall. We suggest that Anything more then 150lbs of weight needs some more thought and expert opinion before attempting it.
7. Are metal studs as strong as wood?
For instance, wood studs are stronger than metal studs, and are able to support more weight without being compromised. They are also longerlasting and easier to cut as well. On the negative side, wood studs are more expensive than steel and can be harder to install, requiring many different tools. Wood studs are also seen as a fire hazard in a high rise building.