How can I mount the Cable Tower to the wall?Updated 2 months ago

Here are the instructions to mount the Cable Tower to the wall:

Step 1: Install the Stringer Board (the board the brackets will mount to)

• Decide where the cable tower will go and mark the height for the stringer board.
• Choose the correct fasteners based on your wall type:
• Concrete wall: Use Tapcon screws.
• Concrete block wall: Use Tapcon screws.
• Drywall with studs: Use wood screws long enough to go through the drywall and deep into the studs.

Step 2: Mount the Stringer Board

If you have a concrete or concrete block wall:

• Use a masonry bit and hammer drill to drill holes into the wall that match your Tapcon screw size.
• Drill into the center of the blocks (strongest area, avoids hollow spots).
• Clean out the holes.
• Drive the Tapcon screws through the stringer board and into the wall using an impact driver.
• Be careful not to over-tighten.

If you have studs behind drywall:

• Line up the stringer board with the wall studs.
• Drive wood screws through the stringer board, drywall, and deep into the studs.

Step 3: Mount the Cable Tower Brackets

Once the stringer board is solidly mounted, position the cable tower brackets.

• Use ½-inch lag bolts to secure the brackets directly to the stringer board.
• Tips:
  • The stringer board spreads out the load and makes the installation stronger.
  • Double-check that everything is level before fully tightening.
  • If you're unsure about wall type or screw size, ask at a hardware store.