Modern TVs have finally ceased to be installed on cabinet furniture, now this piece of furniture has gone over into the realm of decoration and decor. The reasons are the design features of these devices. They look aesthetically pleasing and, rather, resemble a picture in an elegant frame.
Is it worth it to do the work yourself
If you will mount the TV to the wall, you can use the help of qualified professionals. However, you should be prepared for the fact that the price of such work is very impressive. If you decide to independently carry out such manipulations, then you must remember that two hooks will not be able to hold the TV, for this you should use a special device.
Features of mounting the device to the bracket
If you are going to mount the TV to the wall, then do it in such a way that the device is stationary, it will be possible only in certain cases. The zone of full visibility of a flat modern TV is most often 100 degrees horizontally, while vertically - 60 degrees. If you follow the medical and sanitary requirements that govern the rules of long-term viewing of the TV, then it is worth considering that there are certain restrictions that assume +/- 30 degrees from the perpendicular axis with respect to the center of the screen. The vertical inclination of the device plane is allowed up to +5 degrees up and -15 degrees down.
If it is possible to watch TV for a long time lying or sitting, as is the case with a small living room or studio apartment, then the vertical slope should be equal to the set limit of +/- 15 degrees. This indicates that mounting the TV to the wall should allow for tilt and rotation within certain limits, only then the user's eyes will be in these areas. It’s best that you have the opportunity to look directly at the center of the screen.
Buy a mount or make it yourself
If you decide to purchase a mount in the store, then you can count on a very reasonable cost. For the diagonal of the device up to 30 inches, you can buy a mount, which will cost in the range from 2000 to 3000 rubles. If we are talking about the capital wall, then you can get by with a fixture, the cost of which is 1000 rubles. When buying a TV on credit, the cost of fastening can be of great importance. However, you can make such a design yourself, there is nothing complicated in it. Thus, as a hinge, you can use small garage hinges, the size of which is 10x120. Some craftsmen use split door hinges with ball bearings.
Expert Advice
If you decide to mount the TV to the wall, then you will need to be guided by technology, which involves making several holes in the surface and further installing dowels. The metal structure is installed on self-tapping screws, while the master does not need to have any special skills. If you decide to use the purchased bracket, you may encounter some problems. Most often they are expressed in the fact that when folded, the structure is 40 millimeters larger than the product itself.
Remember that you should not rush into moving the outlet up so that the TV can cover it. This is due to the fact that the protrusion from the outlet of the plug with the cord inlet, which is equipped with all TVs, is 60 millimeters. It will not be possible to install a plug with side entry, since after purchase the TV is under warranty.
Methodology
Do-it-yourself mounting the TV to the wall most often. Home masters do not feel the need to seek professional help. In order to make the design look ergonomic, and also fit into the interior design, you need to find a place on the wall that will be suitable for installing the device. If the TV weighs 10 kilograms, then 20 kgf will be necessary for each attachment point. In this case, the lever rule will apply .
Mounting the TV to the wall, the photo of which is presented in the article, provides for the selection of a suitable design for installation work. If possible, you can use the welding machine, as well as metal cutting tools. If there are suitable metal blanks available, then you can independently make the described construction. You will need a profile metal pipe, the cross section of which is 25x1x1, as well as a sheet whose thickness is equivalent to 1.5 millimeters.
The nuances of the work
Mounting the TV to a drywall wall most often involves the use of a VESA system. It is based on the installation module, and the step between the centers of the holes can be from 75 to 400 millimeters. The intermediate values are 100, 200 and 300 millimeters. If you purchased a TV whose diagonal exceeds 25 inches, this will be an exception, the distance between the centers of the holes will be 63.5 centimeters.
This option is suitable for residential premises, which are combined functionality, we are talking about bedrooms and guest areas in one room. Attachment points for the modules are located on the rear panel, most often there are 4 of them, in rare cases less. When considering the types of mounting the TV to the wall, you should consider that both a home-made design and a one purchased in a store can be used.
If we are talking about an expensive plasma TV, then standard fasteners, as a rule, will be poorly visible in it. The bolt heads in this case are designed to use a special tool, for example, a five-sided key. The holes can be filled with soft plastic. This indicates that a certified specialist should install the TV on the bracket. After completion of work, he will put a personal stamp on the warranty card and make a mark on the work performed. If these circumstances are not taken into account, then the warranty will be voided.
Instructions for the work
Fixing the TV to the wall with your own hands (photos are available in our review) is carried out in several stages, initially the master must make the markings on the wall, which is necessary for the correct location of the device. Together with the installation diagram, a paper template with holes should be attached, which bends and is applied to the wall. With this pattern you can fix the bracket perfectly evenly. The main part of the bracket is mounted on the wall in the next step.
If the wall is made of drywall or foam block, then you need to screw a screw into each hole. If you have to work with a concrete wall or made of cement plaster, then first you need to outline the places for making holes. Next, an impact drill comes into play, with which it will be possible to drill holes of the required depth. The last parameter should be slightly larger compared to the length of the dowels used.
Conclusion
Experts advise using a homemade TV mount to the wall only if you have certain skills in carrying out these works. If you purchased a factory product, then the next step will be to install the dowel, and after that you will need to attach the base with a screwdriver and screw in the prepared screws. Only following such a technology and having all the necessary set of tools can you do the necessary work.