The great thing about flat screen televisions is that many of them can be mounted to your wall and free up a significant amount of floor space. You have probably seen plenty of pictures of flat screen televisions mounted on walls and have wondered how you can do that for your home. It is not difficult to mount your television to your wall, but it does require planning and some careful execution to avoid damaging your home or your flat screen.

Some Preliminary Considerations When Mounting Your T.V.

Before you start buying television mounting equipment, you need to make sure that your television can be mounted to the wall. Your user manual will let you know if you can mount your flat screen to the wall or not. In some cases, you can get adapters that will allow you to mount a television that is not designed for that purpose. But you will want to do a lot of research before you try and install your flat screen into a wall mount adapter.

Types Of Television Mounts

There are essentially two types of wall mounts for flat screen televisions. One type of mount allows the television to be safely pulled away from the wall to allow access to the ports in the back or to adjust the television for your viewing needs. The other type of mount keeps the television in place and does not allow it to move unless it is taken from the mount.

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The mounts that allow you to move your television safely away from the wall whenever you want to are more expensive than the static mounts that do not move. You will have to decide if you will need to move your television once it is mounted and if you want to pay the price difference.

You will need to measure your television to determine what size mount you need. Each mount is rated to accommodate a unit based on its screen size. You can choose a universal mount that is adjustable, or you can buy a mount that is sized of your television.

Choosing The Spot On Your Wall

There are several considerations for deciding where on your wall to mount your television. Some of the most immediate considerations include:

 

It could very well be that you do not have a wall suitable for mounting your television. Never put a flat screen near a furnace vent or a window because that could damage the unit. It is also a good idea to plug your television directly into the wall and avoid extension cords and power strips. If you have no outlet in the wall you want to use, then consider installing one.

Mounting Your Flat Screen

Always use the directions that come with the mounting kit when completing this project. You will need a flat and clean space to work with because you will need to place your television down on its screen to install the mount. Protect your screen by placing a soft blanket down on your flat surface.

Mounting a flat screen to your wall is a two person project, at the very least. Always have help on hand and always take your time to make sure that the project is being done properly. If you get stuck, contact the customer service number for the mounting kit manufacturer and ask questions. If you improperly mount your flat screen to your wall, you could damage the television and the wall. Do not take shortcuts or any chances when doing this project.

There are practical reasons for mounting your flat screen to a wall (frees up floor space) and there are aesthetic reasons for doing it (a wall-mounted flat screen looks nice and is easier to watch). Whatever reason you use to justify mounting your flat screen to one of your walls, just be sure to take your time and do the project right.