For a sleek and modern look for your entertainment corner, mounting your flat screen TV to a stand is the way to go. But, how can you do that?
In this post, let our team of appliance technicians walk you through the simple and easy way how to mount your TV to a stand. Get ready to transform your entertainment corner into a super cool look!
Steps to Mounting a Flat Screen TV to a Stand
Tools and Materials
Drill Bits
Make sure you have the right drill bits for mounting. Use carbide-tipped masonry bits to make pilot holes and Phillips head drill bits to drive mounting screws.
Stud Finder
For maximum support, ensure you’re mounting to a stud using a stud finder unless you want an expensive mess on your hands.
Level
Use a level to ensure your newly mounted flat screen TV is level. This can help prevent a crooked TV and unnecessary wall holes.
Painter's Tape
Use painter’s tape to mark the studs instead of using a pencil. You can easily see the mark.
Wire Cover
We suggest putting a wire cover for cable management. Opt for a color that matches well with your TV and TV stand.
Step #1: Decide on the Location
Angles matter to get a better viewing. Think about when you should position your TV. You don’t want to move your TV here and there. We suggest putting it in an ideal place like the center of the room.
Step #2: Determine the Wall Studs
When you find a stud, move it over to the stand and use painter’s tape to mark it. This will enable you to easily pinpoint where it is.
You’ll need to make pilot holes for your mounting hardware. These tiny holes will allow your screws to go through the stand.
Step #3: Secure the Mount to the Wall
Make sure that the mount is straight using a level. Using a pencil, draw light lines around the holes that secure it to the wall. You should also drill holes where you indicated the mount using a masonry bit.
Note that the mounting bracket should be affixed to the wall. After you have created the pilot holes, you should now drill the screws into the holes.
Step #4: Attach the Mounting Plate to the TV
Search for the mounting plate attachment holes at the back of your TV. Often, it is covered with plastic, or there are screws already installed. Remove them if necessary.
Step #5: Mount the Plate on the Back of the TV
Finally, mouth the plate on your TV’s back. Make sure to lift your TV carefully when mounting. Align your TV’s wall bracket and attach them accordingly. Also, ensure that your TV is stable and you’re done!
How to Choose a Flat Screen TV Stand With Mounts
When choosing a flat screen TV stand with mounts, make sure the stand can support your TV’s weight. You’ll want to verify if your TV has the correct fittings on its back.
Most flat panel televisions have a VESA fitting – referring to the distance between the mounting holes on the back of the TV.
For instance, for a VESA200 TV, the mounting holes will have a diameter of 200mm between them. This is why the bracket must support this size fitting.
What You Need to Know About TV Stand Mounts
Organized Cables
Most TV stand mounts feature cable organizers at the back. Mounting your TV to a stand can help hide cables, giving a clean look.
Maximized Space
Using TV stand mounts help maximize your entertainment space. Most TV stands come with additional shelves where you can put other things like your WiFi router, speakers, and more.
TV Mount With Furniture Space
As most TV mounts come with underneath shelves, it gives space for others things or furniture.
For example, the top surface of the TV stand leaves space for your sound speaker system, DVD [1] player, and other small appliances or furniture.
TV Stand or Wall Mounting
Flexibility
The main advantage of having a TV stand is that it allows you to reposition and position your TV much better than a wall mount. It also has better cable handling.
Placing a TV on the wall can definitively affect the device’s position. If you believe that the TV is too high or too low on one side, it will take a lot of work to adjust the position of the TV.
Tabletop Universal Type
Various portable TV stands can be used for different types of devices. These include small tabletops that can be mounted on the existing stand.
This comfortable mounting design allows you to change the height of your TV to match the viewing distance. It’s also a good alternative if you don’t want to wall mount it.
Pros and Cons of TV Stands with Mounts
Pros
- No extra shelf space required for AV modules
- Wide range of styles and shapes
- More stable than TV tabletops
Cons
- A little bit complex as you need a fitting TV and bracket
- Some versions have poor cable organizers
Conclusion
Mounting your TV to the wall can sometimes be really complicated, considering your wall’s structure and lack of tools or materials. For this reason, the best alternative is to mount your TV to a stand.
If you’re considering using a TV stand, you won’t have any problems mounting your TV as we’ve provided the simplest way to get this done. Hopefully, you’d find this guide useful, and we hope you have a better viewing experience!
