Most people just put their Flat Panel TV on a TV Stand or other furniture. But what fun is that? One of the cool things about having a Flat Panel TV that’s only 4 inches deep and possible slimmer is the ability to mount it right on your wall!
Choosing the right Wall Mount Bracket is a nightmare with the numerous options available in the market. Let BlingStallation provide you with a Wall Mount Bracket best suited for your application and let us install and wall mount your TV for you. You invested allot of money in your flat panel TV, don’t take any risks and let the professional’s wall mount it for you!
TIPS
- Don't mount it too high. It's tempting to mount it at picture height, but most people find it more relaxing to watch if the center of the TV is around 102-114 cm off the floor (about eye level while sitting). However, some people have found that having the TV slightly higher can result in a more authentic cinematic experience and can make console gameplay more immersive.
- If you're running cables in the wall, buy quality cables to prevent interference from power wires and other wiring in the walls. Once you get this mounted, you don't want to find out that you have a problem.
- "Future Proof" your installation by including a HDMI/CAT5 cable (or at least component cables) through the wall, even if you are not using them today. If you just run S-Video or Composite cables, there is a good chance you'll want to upgrade later.
- Cut a piece of cardboard to the dimensions of your new TV and use it on the wall to get an idea of a good position.
- If you're mounting to an uneven surface (like brick or stone), cut a piece of MDF or plywood a little bigger than the mounting bracket. Securely and properly mount it to the surface first, then mount the bracket to that.
- Save money and time by using a surface mount conduit to hide or camouflage the cables between between AV equipment and the TV. This means you won't have to spend lots of time and money fishing cables or re-plastering at a later date when you need to add new cables.
- New power outlets and/or data cable outlets are best positioned above or below the TV bracket (but still behind the TV). Power outlet boxes must have a closed back; low voltage video/data cables can use outlet boxes that have an open back (this makes running additional video/data cables easier after the initial installation).
- Use a laser level to determine where your wall screws need to go. You have less of a chance of making a mistake than using a spirit level and pencil.
WARNINGS
- Before you buy any wall mount bracket (bracket), check and measure your wall.
- Make sure the bracket you purchase can handle well and above the TV weight. If your TV weighs 10kg. look for a bracket that is capable of handling 4x the TV weight or 100kg. It might sound like an overkill until a child pulls on the TV and it falls on them or someone trips near the TV and grabs it on their way down. Beware of the cheap "knock off" mounts.
- After hanging the bracket (before you place the TV on it), find a way to add some weight to the bracket to make sure it is absolutely firmly in place.
- The biggest concern mounting on the wall is wiring in the wall. It's hard to be sure, but be careful not to drill or screw into any wiring.
- You should wire a proper wall outlet for your power source. Other wiring methods such as running an extension cord through the wall do not comply with cabling regulations in most areas, and also pose a fire danger.
- Any data cables going into the wall must be to special code to pass any future inspection on your house (such as selling the house), for fire risk etc. When you are shopping for cables ensure you ask at the store. You will pay more but will not run the risk of having to pull them out after inspection.
- If you are mounting above a fireplace, make sure it is adequately vented and not trapping heat or the majority of the heat is not flowing directly to the TV.
- The best advise we can offer you is to call BlingStallation for a professional installation!
