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.
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.
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It's harder than you think trying to find the perfect place and mount to use on a flat screen TV. The last thing you want is to wind up looking like you are sitting in the front row at the local metroplex.
ReplyDeleteGreat article, I have often wondered how I would go about mounting one of my flat panel displays and you blog really spells it out. The video is also a nice touch. I personally like videos over text so also look at the video first. Thanks for doing such a great job.
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Hector Cisneros
Thanks for providing valuable information to anyone looking to mount a flatscreen television. I'll remember your video next time someone asks me to help them out.
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