Simple Wall Mount Install Guide
Using TV Wall Mounts is the best method to attach a HDTV onto the wall. Right now I will
teach you exactly what you have to do to be able to achieve this. There are many very good advantages for you to install your LCD or Flat Panel TV on the wall. Looks great, uses up less space, as well as the pleasure of realizing you installed your Flat Screen TV by yourself. You can also save a lot of money by installing the mount yourself instead of hiring someone else to do it. If you get some help from a friend, it is not a difficult task if you follow the steps correctly. It's not a very good idea to take on the project all by yourself just because it can be hard to lift the display and you might need some help with the drilling while you are putting on the wall mount. You will be surprised how quickly the job can be done if you don't run into any problems and you will be happy you chose do it on your own.
The Different Types of Flat Screen Wall Mounts
There are many different kinds of wall mounts you can choose for the job. Ranging from the kinds of mounts that sit extremely close to the wall, but don't have any flexibility, to very versatile mounts that sit just a little further from your wall. You should purchase a mount that is of top quality, but not too expensive. Many shops hike the prices on their wall mounts. Right at the end of this article, I will let you know where I buy all my mounts for my company.
VESA explained
In most cases, wall mounts are manufactured to be VESA compliant. This means that they will be compatible with your Television as long as both are VESA compliant and you have the right size wall mount for your tv. The description of the mount should have what size television it is made for and the maximum wieght load it can handle.
What Tools do I Need?
You should already possess the tools you need to install the mount. A tape measurer, power drill, screw driver are all you'll really need to use. Nevertheless, a stud finder certainly will help make your life easier. Also, work with a level when you don't believe in your judgement on how straight it is before you bolt the bracket on the wall.
How to Install
There is a lot of debate on the preferred height to install the Flat Screen TV to the wall. Personally, I usually just create a cardboard cutout about the same height and width of the Flat Panel TV and get someone move it around until eventually we find a good place. As soon as you're done deliberating on the best spot to mount your flat panel TV, you have to locate the studs. The standard for studs in many homes is 16 inches apart. You need to no less than use 2 studs to correctly attach a Television, in some cases 3 will be better if the TV is heavier. Absolutely use a stud finder if you have one. They can also be bought at any hardware store in your area. Stud finders will leave you with no question that you are going to drill into the stud. I have drilled many missed holes through the wall without one! All you do with a stud finder is guide it over the wall while pressing a button. It will make a beeping sound automatically once it finds a stud. Then you can mark the spot using a pen or pencil. Without having a stud finder, you have to measure 16 inches from your electric plug or doorway frame to find studs.
For the next step, I often screw in the top center hole on the bracket to the wall. As a result, it is simple to alter the level to make sure it is looking straight. Once you're done screwing in the bracket to the wall, it's time to find the correct size bolts to fit the rear of your Television. Most mounts provides you with an assortment to find a sizing that suits your TV. Once you find the proper bolt for your TV, you attach the mount to the display.
Now you should have the bracket installed on the wall, and the TV attached to the mount. If you'd like to make sure your install is as clean as possible, you need to cut out a hole in the wall nearby the bracket for your cables to hide within the wall. You're almost finished! Just place the mounted TV to the bolted bracket on the wall to finish the project.