An important task is not just to mount the TV on the wall, but to make it as comfortable and convenient as possible. Looking at the screen, hung close to the ceiling, is convenient only from a prone position. In other poses, tension may occur in the eyes and neck.
TV panel manufacturers recommend the following:
- check the wall for its strength, it is impossible to place plasma on the surface of gypsum cardboard, it simply can not withstand the weight;
- contact a professional master if you are not confident in your own abilities;
- you can mount a TV on a wall alone only with a total weight of not more than 25 kilograms;
- network connection is prohibited until the installation is completed;
- when placing the TV, remember that air must flow into the back of the TV, otherwise the panel will overheat.
Correct placement of the TV is not only its installation, but also the maintenance of the interior solution. The device can be framed with a special decorative frame or installed in a niche of a certain color. It all depends on the individuality of the interior.
Features of mounting the TV to the wall
Installation can only be done on a flat and clean surface, without protrusions or depressions.
The distance from the floor is not less than a meter, and the distance to the nearest place to watch TV should exceed the size of its diagonal at least three times. It is possible to look at the screen without losing image brightness if it is attached to the wall at an acute or right angle.
Avoid installation locations where sunlight can directly affect the equipment. The picture is lost from this, and the surface may suffer. It is not recommended to mount the TV mounts on the wall near window or doorways.
When assembling the bracket with your own hands, it should be well fixed to the wall surface. For reliability, you can use a thick thread or belt.
Types of brackets
Plasma attachment devices to the surface can be stationary and rotary.
In the first case, the bracket is simply mounted to the wall, and the TV is fixed in a certain position on an ongoing basis.
Rotators have more functions, but such devices also cost more. Rotary, in turn, can be divided into:
- folding;
- rotary;
- tilt and swivel.
Brackets produce various sizes for different TVs. Fixture for the TV on the wall 32 inches is more often swivel, and for large diagonals - inclined and stationary. Everything is connected with a large mass of devices with a wide screen. The swivel option simply cannot withstand the load.
Any kind of bracket can be purchased at the store. The larger the diagonal of the TV, the higher the cost of the bracket. Therefore, it is not surprising that many people have a desire to make fasteners for a TV on a wall with their own hands.
Do-it-yourself bracket making
Before starting work, you need to decide what the fasteners for the TV to the wall will be in the finished version. It is easier to manufacture a stationary bracket. You can save several times by not buying one for a large TV.
Having prepared the drawing, you can understand what materials and tools will be needed in the work. Calculations can be carried out manually or using a program on a computer. Also, the circuit may show the reliability of the connection of parts. It must be at the highest level, otherwise the design will not support the weight, and the long-awaited purchase will simply be smashed to smithereens.
Bar bracket
Elementary wall mount for LG TV and not only consists of three bars, they are selected according to the length of the structure. In one of them, holes are made at the same distance from each other. This bar will be attached to the TV. This should be done carefully without damaging the equipment.
Fastening is done with bolts. The second bar is mounted on the surface, its fastening must be thorough, also with bolts. A third block will connect the device to the wall, with its help you can adjust the angle of inclination. Then the whole structure is firmly fixed.
Pipe wall mounting
The wall mount for the Samsung TV can be assembled from a rectangular pipe. Pipe dimensions should be selected individually for your model, taking into account functionality.
If the distance is small, for example, only 20 mm, then the panel will fit snugly against the wall, and the ability to connect equipment will be difficult. With a large distance from the surface, for example 60 mm, the ability to connect additional wires will be, but such a design looks ugly. The best option is a distance of 40 mm. And the height of the pipe can be 60 mm.
Its length depends on the length of the TV itself and the distance between the mounting holes. The 42-inch TV mount on the wall must support its weight.
Making wall mounts
Having decided on the dimensions, you can prepare the desired pipe. Next is the marking for the holes. On the pipe itself, you need to make holes with a diameter of 10 mm for mounting the TV, and for mounting on the wall - three more with a diameter of 8 mm.
Their marking occurs at the same distance from each other and from the edges of the pipe.
The grooves for mounting the TV should be twisty, this will exclude accidental lifting or its displacement.
The pipe can be attached to the wall with various devices. If it is brick, then it is better to use a dowel-nails, if wooden, then self-tapping. The main thing is to complete the main task - a strong mount. Then the workpiece can be brought into a noble appearance, painting it. This piece of rectangular pipe will be attached to the wall.
Fixing parts on a TV
Next, you need to make a part for mounting the TV panel itself. This will require the following:
- bolts - 2 pieces with a diameter corresponding to a thread for mounting on a TV (in this case, 20 mm of the M5 brand);
- washers - 4 pieces with an internal diameter of 5 mm, an external 20 mm;
- rubber bushings with an inner diameter of 5 mm, with an outer diameter of 10 mm, they must match the diameter of the grooves in the pipe.
If necessary, the fasteners for the TV on the wall can be adjusted by tilting, for this one of the bolts can be used longer, install a lock nut on it, which will adjust the rotation.
Manufacture of stops
Next, you need to make the emphasis on the wall, these will be the two lower bolts of the TV.
In order for the bolts to gently rest against the wall, rubber pads can be put on them, which can be made from improvised materials, for example, from an old hose from a car. Two screws with stops and bolts with washers and bushings are installed on the TV. Special fixing tapes come with the TV, they also need to be fixed.
We assemble the entire bracket at the installation site.
First, we attach a prepared pipe to the wall with nails or self-tapping screws. It is more correct to carry out installation with a building level. Further, opposite the loops fixed on the TV, hooks are made.
Now you can make wall mounts for your Samsung TV. It is better to do this with an assistant, even if the weight of the panel is small. Hang the TV, adjust the angle and firmly fix it.
How to hide cables?
When stationary installing the panel in a certain place, it will correctly hide the cables in the hole in the wall.
To do this, you will have to ditch the channel. If the feasibility of such a channel is in question, you can simply close the wires with a special plastic box. It can be purchased at any hardware store. Initially, it is white, but it can be painted to match the interior or contrasted. You can close the box with wallpaper in color.
So, we figured out how to make do-it-yourself TV mounts on the wall, so as not to resort to the expensive help of professionals.