How to choose a TV bracket for the wall?

More recently, the main indicator of prosperity and well-being was television. He was put in the most prominent place. However, the TV took up too much space, and it could only be installed on some massive stand. Today, plasma panels that can be placed even on the ceiling have confidently settled in our homes. The main thing is to know how to choose a TV bracket for a wall or ceiling. In the article, we will tell you what types of wall mounts exist, and how to choose a TV mount on the wall to save space and protect the device from playful children and pets.

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Why do I need a bracket?

The bracket is a special device designed to support and install household appliances. Usually, such fasteners are fixed to the wall surface, and then the necessary device is installed on it. Most often, the holder is used as support for devices such as LCD TV, plasma panel, microwave oven and other equipment.

Advantages of wall mounting:

• It makes it possible to install the device at the required height.
• Saves room space.
• The ability to adjust the position of the device using inclined and angular devices.
• A special holder box makes it possible to hide the wires.
• The ability to support the significant weight of the device.
• The presence of special shelves makes it possible to place various accessories of the device.
• A variety of shapes, colors and wall mount designs can decorate any room interior.

Important! If you still doubt whether it is worth hanging the TV panel on the wall or you can not choose the option of its beautiful location, use our wall mounted tv design ideas.

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Types of brackets

The market of wall mounts is very diverse, such holders are distinguished:

• Wall mounted.
• Ceiling.

Wall mounted

Wall-mounted are suitable for almost any equipment requiring wall mounting:

• Plasma TV.
• LCD screen.
• DVD player.
• Microwave.
• Music Center.
• Home cinema.
• Electron beam TV.

In addition, the wall bracket has several types of fasteners, and the ceiling bracket has a movable, non-static structure, and is a rigid frame device that is attached to the ceiling.

Ceiling

The ceiling mount tilts and rotates the TV in the right direction without any problems.

Important! The advantage of the ceiling mount is that it does not interfere with the movement of people around the room. However, this is relevant only for rooms with high ceilings. The combination of a low ceiling and a bracket is totally unacceptable in terms of convenience.

Special purpose

There are specialized fasteners that have high strength and heat and moisture resistance. Specialized holders are used in enterprises or in conference rooms where huge monitors are needed.

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Types of fasteners by device and functionality

To choose the right bracket for the TV on the wall or ceiling, you need to understand what level of ease of use of household appliances it can provide.According to the type of fastening, the brackets are divided into several varieties:

1. Static (fixed). These are the simplest, cheapest and most reliable mounts that allow you to firmly fix the TV on the wall.
2. Movable, which are divided into two types:
   • Inclined.
   • Swivel and tilt.

Consider the advantages and disadvantages of each type of mount.

Fixed Wall Mounts

The most accessible form of holders, in which the television panel is mounted almost close to the wall. The device consists of a minimum set of elements:

• Massive plank that attaches to the wall.
• Reiki that join the TV.

Important! Thanks to the simplified fastener system, the static bracket has a relatively low cost.

Advantages of fixed mounting:

• Simplicity of design.
• Reliability of fastening.
• Compactness.
• Easy to install.
• Reduces the space used by the TV to a minimum.
• Mounting the mounting does not require special strength of the walls - it may well be suitable for drywall.
• Low price.

Lack of fixed hardware:

• Inability to change the screen angle.

Important! When placing the fasteners and the panel itself, be sure to consider such tips so that the image is high-quality, and watching TV does not cause inconvenience:

1. TV viewing angle.
2. The distance from the TV, depending on the diagonal.

Inclined Bracket Mount Type

Unlike the fixed, the inclined type of fastening is equipped with a mechanism for changing the viewing angle in the vertical plane. This is very convenient if the TV panel is placed above eye level. As a rule, the angle of inclination does not exceed 20 degrees. This is enough for large rooms where the display is installed for the convenience of higher viewers.

Should I choose a bracket for this type of TV? - This can be solved based on the following advantages of the device:

1. The inclined holder allows you to get rid of glare, it is very convenient.
2. Unlike the swivel-tilt holder, it can withstand the large mass of the TV. Due to the small number of movable elements, this type of mount is quite durable.

Important! Manufacturers recommend installing both 30-inch and 60-inch plasma on an inclined type of mount.

Swivel-type wall brackets

This is the most convenient and most flexible type of mount. The holder of the pan-tilt type allows the TV to take the position that will completely satisfy the viewer.

Benefits:

1. The bracket is able to change position - both in the vertical and in the horizontal plane, making turns and inclinations.
2. The holder mechanism has the ability to rotate the television device up to 180 degrees.
3. Angle brackets use just such a mechanism.
4. The holder of the pan-tilt type consists of two platforms that are connected by a special “foot”. The holder can have several movable elbows, which provide the necessary flexibility. The viewer gets complete freedom in choosing the position of the screen.

Important! The swivel holder is more dimensional than its counterparts. In addition, due to the large weight, the bracket needs a more reliable own wall mount. So this option is not recommended for drywall walls.

Mounting Disadvantages:

• Relatively large depth - the TV is significantly removed from the wall.
• Does not withstand large loads of wide plasmas.

Movable mounts

This category of holders is the most versatile. The use of brackets of this type is justified in rooms with complex geometry. It is also advisable to choose a bracket for a TV of this type, when the seats of the audience are not always known in advance and are widely spaced in space, for example, a sofa near one wall and a table near another.

Important! Movable holders have a complex structure and are the most expensive among the "brothers", but thanks to them, the TV can be rotated around any axis, and even, if necessary, move away from the wall to rotate a large angle.    

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How to choose a TV bracket?

Before you go to the store for a purchase, decide what type of fasteners you need and note that you cannot change the position of the standard holder if it turns out that in the daytime the sunlight interferes with comfortable viewing of TV shows.

All brackets differ in simple technical characteristics:

• Type of fasteners.
• Dimensions.
• The mass of the cargo held.
• Type of adjustment.

Important! Each bracket model has its own highlight, but the most important requirement when buying a device is that the holder must be suitable for your TV model. The larger the diagonal of the TV, the more practical it is to choose a bracket with a wide platform for mounting on a TV or wall.

Here are just a few recommendations and tips for choosing the right TV bracket:

1. The dimensions of the holder should be predetermined by the technical parameters of the TV: the width of the rear platform, the location of the holes for the bolts.
2. For wide screens 40 and more inches It is recommended that you use a TV bracket with a double hook lock for reliability.
3. Pay attention to the maximum possible mounting load. A specific technical indicator can be found on the box of the device or platform under the TV, but always choose with a margin of at least 3-5 kg.
4. Pay attention to such a feature as universality, which allows you to use the holder for TVs with different screen sizes. Such features should be indicated in the technical parameters. For example, if the holder is designed for televisions with a diagonal of 20 to 65 inches, then on such a device you can mount a TV of any size within the specified range.
5. When choosing a bracket, carefully inspect it. Prefer aluminum or steel fixtures and ignore models equipped with plastic mounts.
6. Pay attention to the models of holders with additional fasteners for accessories and equipment. This is an excellent solution for placing additional video equipment or acoustic elements.
7. When choosing a device, pay attention to the bracket, which has a decorative box for wires. With the help of a decorative box you can quietly place all the wires, and they will not spoil the interior of the room. If the fastener suits you, but there is no additional element in it, take it. But then use our ideas, how to hide the wires from the TV on the wall.
8. Buy devices only from well-known manufacturers so as not to run into a fake. It will not be superfluous to check whether the seller has the necessary documents for certification of the device - the European safety certificate TUV. Be sure to check the availability of the warranty card and its validity.
9. Always check the equipment of the device so as not to look for missing parts and fasteners.
10. When purchasing a fixture, check for an Autolock guard that protects the adapters from unauthorized disconnection.

Important! If you wish, you can purchase a holder in a set, which includes: the TV bracket itself, decorative panels for wires, a holder for a VCR or DVD. This option will help to solve all problems with the placement of the TV.

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We hope that the information in this article helped you choose the bracket for your TV, and you spend time in the evenings watching your favorite shows in any position convenient for you.