What to consider when buying an LCD wall bracket

There’s no denying that LCD TVs are expensive appliances. The last thing that you want to do is spend a small fortune on the latest model, only to see it knocked from its stand by a careless relative. An LCD wall bracket could provide an excellent solution to this problem. With a strong bracket supporting your technology to the wall, you won’t have to worry about a thing. But before you jump in head first, read this quick and handy guide as to what you should consider before buying a wall mount.

How big is your TV?

Different wall mounts are best suited to different size LCD TVs. In the description of every bracket reviewed on this site you will see clearly the size of TVs that it supports to allow you to choose the best model for your situation.

How heavy is your TV?

While many wall brackets will support a substantial amount of weight, some will have a limit. If your television set is particularly heavy it is worth checking to see if there is a restriction. This will save any potential damage to your expensive TV through an inadequate support.

How much will it cost?

Depending on the size of your television and the functionality that you would like your LCD wall bracket to have (e.g. the ability to tilt and swivel) the cost will vary. However, with many different retail outlets offering heavy duty wall mounts that could be perfect for your needs you are likely to find an affordable solution in no time. Take a look around this site for reviews of some bestselling models for potential bargains.

What type of wall bracket is best?

It can be a bit daunting understanding how the different types of LCD wall bracket function. There are four main types of mount:

• Flat wall mount; ideal for fastening your LCD TV flush against the wall for unobtrusive viewing.
• Tilting wall mount; allows you to adjust the viewing angle up or down to help reduce sunlight glare, or simply to allow for the best view of the screen.
• Tilt & swivel wall mount; provides additional flexibility with the ability to move the screen up, down, left and right.
• Cantilever wall mount; facilitates movement in all directions, as well as an ability to move away from the wall with the cantilever arm.

Additional information about each of the different types of wall bracket can be found here. The most important thing to remember is your own personal situation; do you struggle with a glare from the sun through your window? Then a flat wall mount might frustrate you, however without this problem you may find it to be a cheaper alternative.

Don’t pay more for features that you won’t use. Know exactly what you need from a TV wall bracket and you’ll find it easy to make your choice.

Can I attach my LCD wall bracket myself?

If you are comfortable hanging picture frames and mounting shelves then you shouldn’t have any problem fixing an LCD wall bracket to your wall by yourself. Tools such as a power drill, a spirit level and a tape measure will come in handy, and detailed instructions included within the packet will help to keep both you and your television safe during and after the fitting.

No matter what type of LCD wall bracket you choose in the end, you can be confident that it will heighten your viewing experience. To ensure you find the best model why not read some of the reviews of bestselling models on the LCD Wall Bracket HQ website.