How to Choose the Right TV Wall Mount for Your Space
TVs have come a long way since the old-fashioned cathode ray tube televisions that were extremely heavy and bulky, and were designed to sit on sturdy furniture that could hold their weight. Wall-mounted TVs only became popular when models were upgraded and became the sleek, flat-screens that we know and love today.
Fashion changes, and that includes our interior decoration tastes as well as our clothes and hairstyles, and today it’s all about a cleaner look. No fussy frills or clutter- wall-mounted TVs not only give us a clean, modern look, but also free up floor space as they eliminate the need for a TV stand or cabinet. TVs can be angled in the right position to help reduce neck and eye strain or glare from windows or lights, and make for a more comfortable viewing. They are also safer as these lighter TVs are at risk of toppling off the furniture, especially where children or pets are around. But you can’t just plonk a TV on a wall, you need to get the right mount for your TV, and for your room, and that’s where we can help…
Picking the Right Type of Wall Mount for Your TV and Your Room
Most modern televisions have 4 standard mounting holes at the back known as the VESA size (Video Electronics Standards Association), so any TV mount you buy should fit as long as it’s the right size and weight for your TV set. Any wall mount with the same VESA number as your TV will work, and you can find the maximum weight and screen size specifications for your chosen mount on the TV mount’s box. Now you need to consider the style…
– Fixed wall mounts, or low-profile mounts, hold the TV flat against the wall like a picture, and work well in small rooms where you only watch the TV from one position, and you don’t need to worry about glare because you can’t adjust the angle. They are slim, simple and an inexpensive option.
– Tilting wall mounts allow you to tilt the TV up or down, improving your viewing position and making it possible to reduce glare. They work best when TVs are to be mounted high on walls, for example, in a bedroom or above a fireplace, but there is no side-to-side movement with these mounts.
– Full motion, articulating or swivel mounts let you tilt, swivel side to side and pull out the TV, so they are great in large rooms as they are so flexible and allow you to watch the TV from different positions. They are more expensive and do require strong walls to support them.
– Ceiling mounts are best for commercial spaces or rooms with no suitable wall space, but they do require strong ceiling anchors and may not be suitable for all homes.
Final Thoughts…
Budget and style will influence your choice, but also consider the wall material, layout of the room, and where you prefer to watch your telly from, and if you still can’t decide, call in the pros for professional TV wall mounting! For those dealing with challenging wall materials or needing specialised drilling, our tile drilling services can ensure your mount is securely installed on any surface.