how can you find the beam on a wall to put up a flatscreen t v?

Answer 1

Here is my "hi tech" method. I use a drop light and put it right next to the wall board. You can usually see where the studs are. Then use a finishing nail to find exact center.
The other trick is to just tap with your knuckle every inch (not too hard) and listen. You will know when the tone changes from hollow to solid, then use a finishing nail and hammer to find exact center. Have fun!!

Answer 2

The easiest way is to use a stud finder. There are allot of different kinds now a days, electronic ones, ones that have beams, on and on. The most inexpensive one is the little magnetic kind. You run it across the wall, and when it hits a nail that has been nailed into the wall stud, the little arrow pointing thingy will stand straight up. Or spend allot and get a new fancy one. You could tap on the wall and listen,but unless you really know what to listen for, you are not likely to find it. I ,on the other hand know that studs are located every 16". So I start at a door or window edge, allow for a double stud, then measure from there while tapping on the wall. I find them every single time. You could use Toggle Bolts, they go up to a couple hundred pounds ,but you have to make a pretty big hole in the wall to fit them through. Good Luck, Byee

Answer 3

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Answer 4

given that you use the term beam ,one would assume that where your wanting to put up the TV is built with post and beam construction. if your not sure what I'm talking about . it might be better to let a professional do the installation,also if they do the installation it would be guaranteed. any way normal building practices dictate that there are what is called studs running floor to ceiling in your walls ,these could be either wood or possibly metal, any way this is what you would be mounting the mounting brackets for your TV to. they should be 16" center to center on the studs although not always the case. the easiest way to find the studs ,is if you go to the local hardware store and purchase what is called a stud finder. these electronic gadgets generally work by measuring wall density.where the walls are the densest should be where the stud is at.

Answer 5

How To Find a Wood Stud in a Wall
From Bob Formisano,
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Finding a wood stud in a wall is important for many home repair tasks such as hanging a heavy item on a wall. This tutorial guides you through the steps and tips to locate that elusive stud.
Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: 5 Minutes
Here's How:
Start your search for a wood stud away from doors, windows or corners. These areas often have studs located in non-regular spacings. What you want to find is the closest stud to where you need it located. Here's a few ways to do it:

Electronic Stud Finder: Without question the easiest way to find a stud is with an electronic stud finder. These tools measure the relative density of a wall by monitoring its dielectric constant as the sensor is moved slowly and horizontally along the wall. When it senses that the wall density changes (as when there is a stud behind the drywall), the sensor notifies the user.

Electronic Stud Sensor

Visually Locate an Electrical Outlet: How does this help? Well, outlets are usually fastened to the side of a stud. The simplest way to find a stud is to check on one side or the other of an outlet. The stud will typically be directly adjacent to the outlet or up to 1" away.

Magnetic Stud Finder: Ahh. The way of our forefathers in home repair is by using a magnetic stud finder. First you have to find a stud and then you have to find a nail or screw in that stud. If you do, and happen to pass this finder over the nail or screw, the little magnet moves just like a divining rod! My opinion? Not worth the 2 bucks...

Once you've found a stud you'll find they are typically spaced 16 inches on center (16" OC). So simply measure in increments of 16" from where you found the stud to approximately where you need to find one. (See Tip #1 on how to physically confirm the stud location if you do not have an electronic sensor).

Tips:
To physically confirm the presence of a stud without an electronic stud finder, find an electrical outlet and measuring in 16" on center increments from one side or the other of the outlet, move toward the stud you are hoping to hit. Use a power drill with the smallest drill bit you can find and drill into the wall right above the baseboard where you think the stud is located. If you hit wood, you've found it!
Infrequently you will find studs spaced at 24" OC instead of the building standard 16" OC.
Invest $15 to $20 in an electronic stud finder and simplify your life!
What You Need:
Electronic Stud Sensor
Drill with small bit

Answer 6

Stud finder is best.

But tapping on the wall ,for a solid sound, can work if you are care full. You can then push a small pick like object into the wall to confirm the stud and determine the center.

Answer 7

fred is correct,also cheaper than buying stud finders and such that the handy man might use twice in his life time.Knock on the wall till u hear a solid sound ,the stud can then be located by using a small nail,hammer it through the dry wall ,if it goes through u missed,move it left or right alternativly,till it hits the stud,the stud is about 2" wide.so when you have found the stud,nail again 1" either side,thats how u find the center of the stud,IMPORTANTLY,when punching nail holes,make sure u do it where it wont be seen,ie..covered by the flat sreen.

Answer 8

You can a magnetic "stud finder" at wal mart for under 2.00..or as suggested here..newer houses are built on 16 inch centers..measure from one corner to the area you want the tv..and just drive a small finish nail on an intreval of 16 inches..if you do not hit one..measure from the opposite side of the wall..the 16 inch center mark depends on which side of the wall they framed it in..here is a picture of the cheap stud finder..

Answer 9

Studs are placed 16" apart. Start in a corner or by a door or window. You could also purchase a device that will locate a stud.

Answer 10

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