Mounting a flat screen TV can be a difficult task to accomplish. With the popularity of these televisions, numerous options for mounting have become available on the market today. Mounting styles include wall, ceiling, and cabinet style. Choosing where the television will be mounted is often the most difficult decision to be made, but assists in what style of mount to choose. Once the location and mount is chosen, the process is relatively simple.

Wall mounts basically consist of a metal frame mounted to the wall and the associated hardware to attach to the television. Most wall mount kits are universal and feature a series of drilled holes to allow for adjustment to the television of choice. In addition, many wall mount kits come packaged from the manufacture with various sizes of washers, bolts, and other hardware to fit various mounting situations. The first step in mounting to a wall is to fasten the frame. Locate the studs in the wall and position the frame in the location the television is to be mounted. Most frames, depending on the size of the television, require two fastening points on each side. Mark the wall through the holes in the frame that are going to be used ensuring that the frame is level. Using the supplied hardware, fasten the frame to the wall. Next, the television mount will be prepared. Most televisions come with a base that is meant to allow the TV to be free standing on a cabinet. This will need to be removed by following the television manufacturer instructions. Using the supplied hardware fasten the TV hanger to the back of the television. At this point the television can be hung on the frame.

Ceiling and cabinet style mounts feature the same concept as the wall mounts. For the ceiling mount, the frame often consists of a steel tube that is mounted to the ceiling in place of the frame mounted to a wall. The tube is then mounted to a plate that is fastened to the back of the television in the same manner as a wall mount.

Cabinet style television mounts are a steel frame that comes mounted to the back of an entertainment center style cabinet. The frame then also mounts to the television using a plate similar to the wall mounts. These are popular because of their storage capacity in the cabinet and require creating no holes in the wall.

Mounting a flat screen television can offer an appealing and aesthetic feel to a home. Choosing the style, location, and features can take some time, but the result will be enjoyed for years to come. Even if after reading this guide you are still a little uncertain as to whether you have the confidence or tools to mount a flat screen TV then do not worry. A simple internet search will help to bring up a long list of local audio visual companies who will be able to take care of the task for you.

Author Bio: Edward Kendricks writes on behalf of Edisav, a leading audio visual equipment company.

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