The new, large LCD TVs you see provide great, high resolution images that can be seen from almost any angle. Because of this.you can mount LCD TVs on walls or even ceilings. Wall mounting LCD TVs is a great idea where more floor area is required, which can not only be in homes but also restaurants, night clubs, sports bars, airports and bus terminals.
LCD TV wall mounts are special kinds of brackets which are made of metal. The first thing to think about when buying TV wall mounts should be the sturdiness. LCD TVs, being flat and compact are usually not too heavy but they’re, of course, pretty fragile. So you need to make sure the bracket and your wall or ceiling can handle the weight of the mount and LCD TV. You can find the weight limits of wall mounts on the packaging or specificaions that you find online. Many times, the manufcturer of your LCD TV will recommend manufactures of wall mounts that are suitable for their TVs.
The area where the TV will be mounted should be thoroughly inspected. A loose clamp would become looser with time and may cause an accident. Make sure the wall studs can handle the weight of the wall mount and TV.
If you are looking for a good LCD TV wall mount, choose one that’s not too big and low profile. It’s also a good idea to choose a wall mount that’s the same color as the wall in order to help hide it.
You will also want to plan on how your TV will be connected to the rest of your home theater components. Some people will simply install molding on the wall to help hide the wires, while most people will install a wall plate near the mounting point of the LCD TV that will allow the connectors to be run through the wal. This ensures a clean, clutter free look. Make sure this wiring is done to the proper electrical code in your area and consult an electrician if necessary. Power cords should not be run through the walls and most times a electrical outlet will be installed behind the TV in order to provide power to the TV. Using HDMI cables simplifies things by allowing both audio and HD video signals to be contained in just one cable.
Installing a LCD wall mount is not a small task but is definitely a task most home owners can tackle. Others may choose to have this work professionally done. Eiher way, mounting your LCD TV on the wall gives your room a nice, clean look while saving floor space and improving the viewing angle.
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