TV Wall Mounting Brackets: The Secret to Being Constantly Connected

By Rob Burns

One thing is for certain, technology is an ever moving target. I was reading an article this morning regarding the new technology in the Television industry coming soon. New OLED flat screens will soon be hitting the markets that are only 3/16” thick! These TVs will be so versatile that they can be mounted almost anywhere. Also there is a big push in the industry to connect these TVs to the internet with browser capabilities and wireless connections with your smart phones and tablets to sync all of your data. These screens are becoming essential to our day to day activities, from watching the morning news in the bathroom while you’re getting ready for work, or catching the cooking show in the kitchen and being able to hop online to view the recipe they are talking about.  It’s also a great way to multi-task in the home office with several monitors going at once.  Not to mention having the crew over for Sunday football on the big screen in the living room.

In the near future televisions will be our gateway to the world around us.  They will be in every corner of every room, on every street and in every business keeping you constantly connected and informed. (Scary, isn’t it.) With all of these monitors in our lives, we certainly need solutions to integrate them into our décor. We only have space for so many entertainment centers in our home.

That’s where TV wall mounting brackets come in, as diverse as TVs are, the selection of options to mount them is even greater.  There are simple solutions to mount on a flat wall or swivel mounts to tuck a TV in the corner. Even if there is no wall nearby there are solutions to mount TVs from the ceiling.  Under cabinet mounts for the kitchen or multiple monitor mounts for the office desk. The possibilities are almost endless. I myself am looking forward to the new connected lifestyle; I enjoy having the world at my fingertips and can’t wait to see what’s next.

Rob Burns is an expert when it comes to selecting and installing tv wall mounting brackets for home and office.  His http://tv-wall-mounting-brackets.com site offers superior selection, low prices and even helpfule how-to videos that show you how to select, site and mount any flat TV.

Wall Mount TV Bracket Horror Stories

By Rob Burns

Have you ever known someone who had a TV wall mount horror story? The most common issue when buying a TV mount is getting the wrong mount for your application. The second issue is improper installation.  Either one of these can result in your $1,000 plasma TV falling off the wall only to be damaged.   While everyone is looking to save a little money, buying the wrong mount can cost homeowners big.

Before you even start your project, the first thing you need to do is to figure out exactly where you will mount your TV. Measure the distance to the seating area, measure the wall width and height to insure you have the right TV for the location you choose. Then figure out what types of studs you have, along with their spacing in your wall. (See the installation video below to see exactly how to do this.) If you find you have metal studs or studs further apart than 16” on center you will find that not all mounts will work for your application.

If you have metal studs you must know they are hollow and a traditional lag bolt designed for wood will not hold. They also tend to flex under pressure, which will limit the weight you want to put on them to avoid popping the joint compound off the wall at the drywall screen locations. Our recommendation is to either consult a local contractor or to refrain from employing an articulating mount which could put excess pressure on the stud. You may choose to employ a tilting mount or flat mount, but you will want to use toggle bolts purchased at your local hardware store and drill them into the studs.

Studs that are spaced further than 16” on center will limit some of the mounts you can use to mount your TV.  Avoid the use of articulating mounts whose back plate is narrower than 24”.  Also be sure to read the specifications first before ordering.

Lastly a common mistake when mounting your TV is missing the studs all together. Unless you have a very small TV and approved anchors, drywall and plaster simply will not support the weight of a typical TV.  They may bear it temporarily but rest assured they eventually will give way.  There are several mounts that are designed to mount into only one stud if your wall cannot accommodate a two stud mount.   But never think you can hang a TV on drywall or plaster alone. Not only are you risking your TV, but also the safety of whoever may be standing under the TV if the mount decides to let loose.

Lastly, purchasing an inferior TV mount can be the biggest mistake possible.  In the last couple of years it seems there has been a race to sell the “cheapest” mounts available online.  Many of your marketplace sites such as EBay and Amazon feature TV mounts for $25 or less.  We have purchased some of these mounts to test their quality and have found they are assembled with screws instead of solid pieces of metal and have very thin gauge parts.  Even the hardware is substandard, consisting of zinc or composite fasteners.   Zinc screws are known to sheer under pressure.  We have found the light gauge metal in these mounts will flex under a load.  This is fine with lighter TVs and proper installation, but with larger sets this is almost certain to cause problems over time.   As with all things in life, if it’s worth doing its worth doing right.  Save the horror stories for Halloween.  To find out more about the proper installation of TV wall mounts simply visit our website

Rob Burns is Owner of Wall Mounts Plus, http://wall-mount-tv-bracket.com/ where you will not only find the best quality TV wall mounts but you will also find how-to videos on their proper installation.  We want to make sure you get the right mount the first time.  We cater to the DIYer and are here to show you how to install any wall mount tv bracket safely and securely.

TV Wall Mounting Brackets - Choosing the right location for my TV

By Rob Burns

So you just purchased a new flat panel TV and are thinking about mounting it on the wall but don’t know where to start. There are several things you need to consider before mounting your new TV to insure a successful and safe installation.

Size Matters 

The first thing you should evaluate is the size of the TV that is being mounted and the proper location. Contrary to popular belief in the TV industry bigger isn’t always better. You should evuluate the distance of the viewer from where the TV will be located. If the distance from the wall to the seating area is too close a large TV will result in eye strain and an unpleasant viewing experience. A good way to test for the proper TV size before purchasing one is to take a piece of cardboard or paper of the screen size you are considering and tape it to the wall where you plan on mounting your TV to test for fit.

Measure Twice, Drill Once    

The second consideration is to determine what type of wall material and stud spacing you have in the room you are looking to mount the set. If your studs are spaced further apart than 16” you may be limited to type of mount you can use. Also mounting to studs versus concrete will having different mounting techniques you will have to consider. You should consult a professional should you have any concerns on how to attach your mount to the wall. Never attach your mount to drywall or plaster only.  They may not support the weight of the TV.      

The third consideration is where the TV will be viewed in relation to the mounting area. If the TV will be located directly in front of the viewer at eye level, a flat mount will be a good option.  If the TV will be mounted higher than the viewer over a fireplace or above furniture you will need to consider a tilting mount.  If you want to angle your TV in a corner or have multiple viewing angles you will want to consider an articulating mount which can be swiveled to view at multiple angles.  Lastly, there are ceiling mounts, where a TV or monitor is located in an area that does not have walls nearby.

Mounting your TV shouldn’t be an intimidating process but should be approached with a bit of planning and considerations of all of your options, and as always consult a professional should you have any concerns regarding safely mounting your valuable investment.  

When it choosing TV Wall Mounting Brackets, Rob Burns the man with a plan.  His http://tv-wall-mounting-brackets.com/ website offers quality wall mounts, low prices and how-to installation videos that makes it easy to get the job done right.