Learning how to mount a TV on the wall gives you the opportunity and power to upgrade your TV without the help of any technician.
Being able to mount your TV on the wall can be beneficial such as getting a better aesthetic design, and clearer ergonomics for enjoyable watching.
Also, the procedure is affordable because the mounting items you will likely purchase are less than $100. Even if you have a simple tilting wall mount or a dual-arm mount that offers a full range of positions and movements, the procedure will be the same.
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Needed Requirements
To successfully have your TV on your wall, there are items you need to purchase;
- Paper template (optional)
- Masking tape or Pencil
- Tape measure
- Level
- Stud finder
- Flathead screwdriver or Philip’s head
- Power drill that has a drill bit
- TV mount
- Mounting hardware such as spacers, screws, etc.)
- A friend to help lift and properly position the TV, and possibly another person that will help in getting the accurate position.
Steps to mount a TV to the wall
After purchasing all the needed items and deciding the location where you want it to be, then you are ready to officially commence the process. It is not complicated; you must do it right to avoid pulling out and damaging your TV.
1. Find the stud
After deciding on the spot, find the studs to enable you properly mount the bracket. By mounting the wall bracket to the stud, it will provide the needed structural strength to support a TV with a weight of 30 and 100 pounds. Just the drywall won’t be enough to support weight like this, hence, a stud is required to anchor the TV mount.
Locating the stud position is not complicated rather it’s as simple as making use of a stud finder or adopting other means of locating the stud.
The next thing is to properly measure the mounting points on your TV as the bracket determines the number of studs needed.
Most times, it will just be two studs which will be positioned on the left and right. Sometimes, you might require three studs but that will depend on your wall specifics and the TV mount. With a pencil, lightly mark the position of the stud on the wall.
2. Indicate the position of the hole
Mark the location you want to screw on the wall. It’s advisable to make use of a level to make sure the marks are even and not slanting. With your pencil, you might decide to mark a specific location for the holes. Alternatively, you can as well use a tape paper for the intended holes. You can save your time by using a printed template or marking your own.
3. Confirm the position of the bracket
Having gotten your marks in place, try and properly position the bracket on the wall. The bracket must be placed flat on the wall, and line up with one screw located at the first hole. Ensure the point is tight, navigate to the other to line up the next hole. With a level, double-check to make sure the mount is level and is properly aligned with the holes.
4. Drilling the holes
With your drill, start drilling the holes on the drywall and directly into the studs which should be well-positioned.
5. Mounting the wall bracket
After drilling the holes, use the mounting screws to fix the wall bracket. With a power drill, ratchet or screwdriver, insert the wall screws to firmly hold the bracket fixed to the wall.
Ensure that the screws pass through the studs and are firm to hold the bracket on the drywall. Do not drive the screws to sink into the drywall or make the bracket warp in a different place. Once the bracket is properly placed, you are almost done with the mounting process.
6. Attach the mounting plate of the TV
This is the other part of the TV mount that should be attached to the back of the TV. This should be connected to the wall bracket to firmly hold the TV on the wall. The halves need to be attached via a simple clip or extendable arm but that will depend on the design of your mount.
Using the VESA mounting holes, line up the TV mounting plate directly behind the TV chassis. Get the screws that came with your television, and fix the mounting plate to the TV with the screwdriver.
Avoid tightening the screws so much or else it will likely damage the TV chassis or result in another issue that will affect the mounting of the TV. Once the screws hold the bracket snug against the chassis, stop.
7. Fix the mounting plate of the TV to the wall bracket
At this point, the wall bracket and mounting plate should be secured in place. The next step is to add the two. Lift your TV to a good height or a lit bit above the intended position. This will ensure when the TV is being lowered, it will properly attach to the plate and the bracket.
You can as well make use of a drop-in connector that has a safety screw to help in tightening after attaching it. In all you do, confirm from the TV mount instruction that came with the hardware.
As you lift the TV, be careful and hold the TV by the bezels and not the glass. Most importantly, avoid pressing the screen because it can affect the display. After attaching the mount, then allow the bracket to support the TV weight.
8. Reconnect the TV
Now it’s time to connect the TV including other devices. After connecting everything, sit back and enjoy your TV.
In Conclusion
Now that the job is done, you can start enjoying your newly mounted TV.
Frequently asked questions
How easy is it to mount a TV on the wall?
The procedure is not complicated if you do things right. When you have decided the perfect location where the TV will be, find the ideal stud where the brackets will be mounted.
Is it advisable to mount the TV on drywall?
In as much as drywall can support your TV, it is still not advisable to do so because the device might be brittle. The best tool is to get a wall stud which you will use to make a frame where the TV will stay. The importance of the stud is that it forms a good anchor point which will ensure the television will be fixed at the position.
Can I comfortably mount any TV on the wall?
Some TV brands are specifically designed for a wall mount. All information needed can be found inside your TV manual before you start mounting.
How can I ascertain if a wall can support my television?
With a stud finder, you can easily locate the ideal stud on the wall where the TV will be located or positioned. Avoid making use of drywall anchors.
