Flat Screen Wall Mounts

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The new generation of flat screen televisions has changed the home viewing experience for the better. For many, the challenge has been to integrate these new screens into the living environment without compromising the other functions of the room. Since the ideal height of the screen is at eye level when seated, the screen must be elevated.

Basically there are two choices to accomplish this; either a flat screen TV stand, or if space is at a premium, there are a number of flat screen wall mounts may be the better choice. There are actually other reasons that a wall mount or bracket may be preferred. Sometimes the room layout may dictate that the screen be mounted above furniture or a feature such as a fireplace. In other cases there may be a need to position the screen in one orientation when viewing, but flat against the wall when not in use. All of these instances make a flat screen mount the ideal solution.

Flat screen wall mounts come in a wide variety of designs, capacities, and price ranges. Obviously, one of the primary factors to consider is the structural weight carrying capacity of the bracket. Once you have selected your screen, the weight is known, and it is a simple matter to select a flat screen TV wall mount with sufficient capacity. Other considerations to consider are if the screen is intended to be left in a fixed position. If your room and situation allow this, then you may look for a fixed or flat mount bracket, which happen to be the simplest design and of course the most economical. If more flexibility is needed, then you may want to explore more complex bracket designs. There are flat screen mounts that swivel (rotate left and right), tilt (rotate up and down), arm brackets that swing and fully articulating bracket that allow for the most adjustability.

Flat Screen Wall Mount Prices:

Logically, the price of flat screen mounts varies with both the complexity of the mounting mechanism and the weight and size of the screen that is being supported. Listed below are some general guidelines for prices of various sizes and types of flat screen TV mounts:

Fixed mount: These are the simplest and most affordable of all the mounts. Prices for a small LCD TV wall mount (less than 40 inches) actually start at about $25. Some fixed mounts are actually referred to as low profile mounts where the distance between the back of the screen and the wall is minimized. Should you opt for the low profile variety, make sure you verify that all of you A/V connections will work in the mounted position. Some screens require a minimum distance from the wall to accommodate the cable connections. Fixed mounts for larger screens are still in the affordable range, usually less than $100.

Tilt Mount: The tilt flat panel wall mount brackets are actually not much more than the fixed mount variety. The only drawback is that they do configure the screen further away from the wall in order to allow for the tilting action. Tilt mounts are typically priced from about $25 to $100.

Swivel or Articulating Wall Mount:
There is a wide disparity in articulating wall mount brackets. Because the engineering required the complexity of these designs is much greater that a simple fixed or tilt TV wall mount bracket. Prices for articulating wall mounts start at around $50 for smaller screens and can be as much as $2-300.

Because the forces on the mounting connections are far greater than for a fixed mount installation, it is vitally important to follow the mounting instructions carefully. Mounting any bracket to the wall requires accurately locating the center of the underlying studs. If you are not confident in performing the installation yourself, hiring a licensed professional is a good investment to protect your expensive flat screen television and more importantly the safety of your family.

No matter what you specific requirements, there has been a flat screen mount engineered meet your needs. Selecting the most appropriate flat screen wall mount is the first step in maximizing the enjoyment of your expensive new flat screen television. Please select from among our other articles listed in the menu at the top of the page for additional detailed information on flat screen TV mounts.