Every TV these days are mounted right on the wall of the home, either directly against it or on a device for mounting the TV. If you just bought a new TV or are replacing it, TV wall installation is what would likely what would be next on the list after buying it.
For first time TV owners, we recommend calling a professional to mount your TV especially if you have a special mounting style in mind or are thinking about specialised TV mountng options.
But if you're simply looking for the basic TV installation, here are a few tips about how to avoid the pitfalls of incorrectly installing the TV.
1) Wall weight support
Not all types of walls can support the weight of your TV. If your wall isn't a brick or stud wall, you'll need a special type of mount installation to accommodate the weight of your TV.
2. Not picking the correct type of bracket
With regards to weight, it is also important that the bracket type you use to mount yur tv is suitable for the size and weight of the TV you wish to mount. The risk of not checking for the correct type of bracket can be disastrous. A bracket that cannot support the tv will not be able to support the load and will result in a broken TV due to the structure collapsing from the weight.
3. Not using the correct tools
In order to successfully mount your tv to a wall, you will need the right equipment to do so. Unfortunately, having only a screw driver is insufficient. A power drill is required for TV mounting so as not to damage the wall while creating a deep and clean drill.
4.Using old parts
When mounting your new TV, don't be tempted to use old parts in your tool box or substitute bolts and expansion plugs not explicitly meant for the mount set up. Trying to make do with what's available will lead to a failed mount and you can end up with a shattered tv that's fallen from the incorrectly setup mount.
5. Forgetting to sort out the cables
Cabling of the TV might seem like a purely aesthetic consideration, but correct and safe mounting of the TV to the wall also involves making sure that the cables are hidden well behind the walls (where proper insulation is done) or are organised neatly in a tv cord hiding kit that ensures cabling and wiring doesnt touch other building materials.
Now, these 5 considerations aren’t all of them,and installing a wall mounted TV needs at least two people to get the job done properly so it is highly recommended to get a licenced electrician to do the job.
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