Wall mounting a TV is a luxury that gives a touch of class to any room! Mounting your TV on the wall will improve your viewing experience and free up room in your home. Getting a TV installed successfully is all about careful consideration, planning and execution. We’ve installed thousands of TVs and know the ins and outs of the profession. In this article we’ll offer some of our tips, tactics and crucial information we’ve acquired for a seamless install.
Keep TV safe during installation
Your TV is costly and can also be damaged or break very easily. We recommend placing the TV in a safe location while you are proceeding with the installation. You will need to place the TV face down, so always place the TV face down on a safe surface when installing the TV mount arms.
Place It On A Bed
If there is a bed near the installation site, we suggest laying the TV face down on the bed. The TV’s a big safe comfortable place for a bed.
Use a blanket
If there is no bed at the installation point, you can use a large blanket to protect the TV. Lay the blanket on the floor and ensure there are no risks under or on the blanket that will damage the TV, like screws or rocks. Once the blanket is hazard-free, it is okay to put the TV face down.
Attach Mounting Arms To TV
First, you’ll need to prepare your TV by attaching the TV mount arms to the back of the TV before you can mount the TV on the wall.
What Are TV Mount Arms?
The TV mount arms are the section that connects directly to the back of your TV. These brackets or arms will attach the TV to the part that is mounted on the wall.
safely Attach Arms
When you attach the arms for the TV mount, you want to make sure the arms feel snug and secure. Most mounts will have several different screw kinds and lengths. You want a screw length that will hold the arms tight and secure. If the screw goes all the way in but the arms are still loose, you will need to obtain shorter screws to ensure a safe install.
Install TV Mount Into Studs
You always want to mount your TV into studs for maximum holding power and to limit the chances of something going wrong.
What wood studs look like with the drywall off:
Installing Into Wood Stud
- Locate the studs behind the wall with a stud finder. Mark where they are.
- Hold the mount up to the wall, matching up with the stud markings.
- Use a suitable drill bit to make pilot holes in the studs.
- Securely attach the mount to the wall using the screws included with the TV mount. Drive screws in almost all the way tight, then verify the mount is level and then tighten all screws.
What If There Are No Studs?
If you do not have any wood studs in your wall, then you may have the following type of wall:
- Concrete wall
- Brick wall
- metal buttons
- Tiled wall
If the wall type does not contain standard wood studs, we would recommend checking out our guide to TV installation in apartment buildings. If it doesn’t help, we recommend calling a local TV installation professional in your region. These types of walls can be challenging to work with, and if not installed properly, you may end up damaging your wall and TV.
Conclusion
Properly mounting a TV may enhance the look and function of your living area and provide a better viewing experience. From properly carrying your TV during installation to securely placing mounting arms and fixing the wall mount into studs, every step is vital for safety and durability. Depending on the type of wall, the way of mounting may be varied; thus, a good design and the correct tools are a must. Whether you’re installing a TV in your house, condo, or apartment, taking the time to do it well will help prevent damage and give you a clean, modern setup that will last for years.
