A wall‑mounted TV looks clean, saves space, and keeps things safer around kids and pets. Here’s how to get a professional result — and when to call in help.
Before You Start: Pick the Right Spot
Decide where the TV should live based on seating layout, viewing height (eye‑level from main seats), and glare from windows/lighting. If flexibility matters, consider a mount that tilts, extends, or swivels so you can aim the screen perfectly.
Step 1: Check Your Walls
Not all walls are the same. Your wall type determines the anchors and method you’ll use:
- Brick walls: Can support virtually any TV size. Use heavy‑duty masonry anchors and drill into brick, not mortar.
- Stud walls (plasterboard over wood studs): The studs carry the load; drywall alone does not. Use fixings designed for plasterboard and match the fixing to the TV’s weight.
Step 2: Gather Your Tools
Mounting isn’t complex, but the TV is heavy — have a second person help.
- Suitable wall bracket
- Tape measure
- Screwdrivers (slotted & Phillips)
- Pencil
- Spirit level
- Drill & appropriate wall plugs/anchors
Step 3: Choose the Right Mounting Bracket
There are two main categories:
- VESA standard brackets: Match your TV’s VESA hole pattern (distance between the four mounting holes in mm). Check the manual or measure to confirm.
- Universal (non‑VESA) brackets: Adjustable arms adapt to non‑standard layouts. Ensure the weight rating covers your TV.
Pick between fixed, tilting, or full‑motion (swivel/extend) based on how much adjustability you need.
Step 4: Follow the Mounting Process
- Position your TV: Use a paper template or careful marks before drilling to nail the height and placement.
- Mount the wall bracket: Measure, level, and mark the holes before you drill.
- Drill and secure: Drill the holes, insert wall plugs/anchors, and tighten the bracket firmly.
- Attach the bracket to the TV: Fix the TV side of the bracket with the correct screws — avoid cross‑threading.
- Connect cables first: Plug in power/HDMI etc. before lifting the TV onto the wall. Then hang and lock the TV in place.
Step 5: Hide the Wires
Plan cable management for a sleek finish:
- Run cables inside wall conduits where permitted.
- Use paintable surface trunking that matches your walls.
- Route wires behind cabinetry or furniture when in‑wall runs aren’t feasible.
DIY vs. Professional Install
DIY can work, but a pro ensures correct height, safe anchoring, and invisible wiring in one visit. We handle unboxing, mounting, cable hiding, and device setup — so the room looks as good as it sounds.