If you’ve ever tried to set up a real surround sound system, you know the hardest part usually isn’t the soundbar — it’s figuring out where to put those rear speakers. They need to be mounted just right, but who wants to start drilling into studs, measuring anchors, and making a mess of their walls? Especially if you’re renting, that’s almost guaranteed to cost you part of your deposit.
The truth is, you don’t need to drill big holes to get your speakers off the floor. There are better ways to mount speakers that are strong, simple, and don’t leave you stressing about patchwork later.
Why Drilling Isn’t Always the Best Option
For decades, the “standard” way of mounting speakers was with heavy steel brackets and big screws. They’ll hold, sure — but they also leave behind crater-sized holes. Not only does that limit where you can place your speakers (studs don’t always line up where you need them), but it also locks you into one setup forever.
Think about it: if you rearrange your furniture, or move to a new place, you’re left with patching, sanding, painting, and hoping your walls look halfway decent again. That’s not exactly renter-friendly… and honestly, it’s not even homeowner-friendly if you care about your walls.
The Smarter Alternative: Stud-Free Mounting
Here’s the good news: surround sound doesn’t require studs or giant bolts anymore. With a stud-free solution like the HangSmart Smart Device Shelf, you can mount your rear speakers in minutes. Instead of bulky brackets, it uses angled nails that go in at 45 degrees. That creates an anchor that’s surprisingly strong — each shelf holds up to 15 lbs, which is more than enough for most surround sound speakers, routers, or even smart hubs.
And the best part? The holes left behind are tiny. We’re talking the size of a pen tip. A little dab of spackle or filler and you’d never know anything was there.
How to Set It Up
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Choose the right spot. Rear speakers should be slightly behind your couch and just above ear level. Use painter’s tape to mark the placement before you commit.
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Install without studs. Place the included color guide on the wall, line it up, and tap in the nails at an angle. That’s it. No drill, no stud finder, no measuring marathon.
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Run your cables cleanly. The shelf has a built-in cable hole so wires can pass right through. Pair it with a concealer strip if your outlet is lower on the wall, and the whole thing blends in seamlessly.
Customer Setups That Work
One of our customers in Chicago used two shelves to mount his rear speakers in a loft. He didn’t want to touch the old plaster walls with a drill, so the angled-nail system was a lifesaver. He said the whole setup took 15 minutes and looked “like a pro install without the headache.”
Another customer paired two Smart Device Shelves with our Soundbar Mount under a 77-inch TV. His exact words: “No tools, no handyman, no holes to patch later. I’ll never go back to traditional mounts.”
FAQs About Mounting Speakers Without Drilling
Why This Matters for Renters and Homeowners
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Renters → Avoid stud drilling and oversized holes. Our nails leave pen-tip-sized marks that patch in seconds.
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Homeowners → Place your devices wherever you want — not wherever your studs dictate.
This freedom means better aesthetics and a floating modern look without the bulk of old-school steel brackets.
Final Thoughts
Getting true surround sound doesn’t mean wrecking your walls. With the right setup, you can mount your rear speakers at the perfect height, hide the wires, and enjoy that immersive theater feel — all without drilling.
The HangSmart Smart Device Shelf was designed for exactly this: clean installs, renter-friendly setups, and the flexibility to move your speakers whenever you want. It’s the simplest way to get professional results without the professional bill — or the wall damage.
Who wouldn't want the easiest way to install their soundbar while saving money from having to hire a handyman?!?
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I needed a simple solution to hanging my TVs, away from little hands. i was suspicious of Hang Smart; it looked too good to be true. But it is true! I had both of our tvs hung (one 40", one 65") in minutes! And I know they are secure, unlike the "straps" we have bought and used in the past. I cannot recommend tihs product high enough; get yours!
I have to say I was a little sceptical about a mount that works on just drywall without a stud. Well, my TV is still hanging three days later - although it is very light, barely 20 lbs! I would be curious how well it works on a larger/heavier TV.
Works exactly as they claim.
Great tool for first-timers! I did it by myself although I need an extra pair of hands to hang the TV since I have a 65”
Overall, worth the money!
Comes with a lot of extra pieces you may might need but always great to have more than less.
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