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Upgrade Classrooms Without Construction: Meet the AVMountsUSA™ Over-the-Board Mount

  • Writer: Katie Wagner
    Katie Wagner
  • 3 days ago
  • 2 min read

Over-the-Board Mount in K-12 Classroom

The Challenge: Modern Tech, Outdated Walls

Schools across the country are investing in interactive flat panels (IFPs) to enhance learning—but there’s one problem we see all the time:


👉 The classroom wasn’t built for it.

Many spaces still have:

  • Chalkboards or whiteboards permanently mounted to the wall

  • Unknown materials behind the wall (sometimes hazardous)

  • Limited time windows for installation

  • Tight budgets that don’t allow for demolition and reconstruction


So how do you modernize classrooms without tearing them apart?



Over-the-Board Mount TV Sizes and Weight Rating

The Solution: AVMountsUSA™ Over-the-Board Mount


At Pierson, we use solutions from AVMountsUSA™ to solve this exact challenge.

Their Over-the-Board Mount (OTBM) is designed to:

✔ Install directly over existing boards

✔ Support large interactive displays (42"–105")

✔ Eliminate the need for demolition or wall reconstruction


Instead of removing what’s already there, the mount works with the space—not against it.



How It Works



The AVMountsUSA™ Over-the-Board Mount system uses a structural mounting frame that:

  • Anchors securely to the wall structure

  • Extends outward to clear the existing board

  • Provides a stable mounting surface for the display

This allows the interactive panel to sit in front of the board, while still leaving space behind it.


Over-the-Board Mount Hardware


Key Benefits for Schools & Facilities


Classroom Demolition

1. No Demolition Required

Avoid removing existing boards—and everything that comes with it:

  • Wall repair

  • Dust and debris

  • Potential asbestos exposure

👉 This is one of the biggest cost and risk reducers.


2. Faster Installation = Less Disruption

Because there’s no tear-out:

  • Installs are significantly quicker

  • Classrooms stay usable

  • Projects can be completed on tighter timelines

Perfect for summer refreshes or phased rollouts.


3. Lower Project Costs

You’re not just saving on labor—you’re eliminating:

  • Construction crews

  • Disposal costs

  • Wall refinishing

👉 That means more budget can go toward technology, not construction.


4. Safer, Cleaner Installations

No demolition =

  • Less risk to installers

  • No exposure to unknown wall materials

  • Cleaner job sites


Over-the-Board Mount COmpatible Wall Sizes

5. Flexible Across Environments

The system works across:

  • Metal stud walls

  • Wood stud walls

  • Concrete

And it supports a wide range of display sizes and brands—making it ideal for standardizing across districts.


6. Built by Installers, for Installers

One of the reasons we trust this system at Pierson:

It was designed with real-world install challenges in mind.

That means:

  • Faster mounting process

  • Reliable structural support

  • Consistent results across projects


Where This Solution Makes the Biggest Impact


The Over-the-Board Mount is especially valuable for:

  • K-12 classroom upgrades

  • District-wide tech refresh projects

  • Older buildings with legacy construction

  • Projects with tight install windows

  • Facilities trying to avoid costly renovations


Why Pierson Recommends This Approach


At Pierson, we’re always looking for ways to:

  • Reduce project complexity

  • Minimize disruption

  • Deliver better value to our clients

The AV Mounts USA system checks all three boxes.

It allows us to deploy modern classroom technology faster, safer, and more efficiently—without compromising quality.



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The Bottom Line


There’s a smarter way to upgrade classrooms—and it doesn’t involve tearing your walls apart.


If you’re working with tight timelines, legacy construction, or limited budgets, the AV Mounts USA system delivers a faster, cleaner, and more cost-effective solution.


👉 Purchase directly on our website: AV Mounts USA™

👉 Or order on Amazon for quick delivery and convenience


For larger projects, district rollouts, or bulk pricing, our team is here to help every step of the way.


717-281-1281


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