Flat Screen TV Wall Mounts

Flat screen televisions have slowly set the pace to the replacement of traditional CRT TVs. The flat screen sets do not follow the conventional convex screen, giving the design a sleek appeal. Similarly, the liquid crystals enhance the picture quality and create an enthralling viewing experience. The two major types of flat screen television sets are the LCD and the Plasma.

The millions of pixels in the LCD get illuminated when the light in the back of the set is turned on. The rotary movement permits the penetration of the rays of light to pass through the polarizing filter, producing the picture. But in plasma, we find two sheets of glass wherein the space between them is filled with phosphor-coated pixels in gases neon and xenon. When the power is switched on, the flow of current lights the phosphor, painting the screen with the colors.

The slim fit and the lesser weight has made wall mounting of the television sets feasible. Developments made in this sphere have opened new varieties of wall mounts that can cater to the varying needs of the customers. For a low-budget to large budget consumer, from smaller to larger viewing areas, the options that lay before the potential consumer are in numerous.

Some of the popular models available in the market are the fixed wall mounts that do not provide flexibility to the position once installed, tilt wall mounts that give freedom to tilt a few angles up and down giving room for adjusting to smaller obstacles like glaring lights, full motion wall mount that gives the opportunity to rotate to the place of convenience provided no obstacles prevent free movement, motorized wall mounts that grant the liberty to swivel the position through the click of a button on the remote without the actual physical movement, and roof mounts that can be hung from the roof for greater coverage of area.

The selection of the right wall mount is crucial to enjoy the maximum benefit offered by the flat screen televisions. The dimensions of the television and the weight are the major element that defines the suitability of the wall mount for a flat screen TV. One should ensure that it should fall within the limits prescribed in the manual to protect it from crashing to the floor. The height must be in line with the viewing angles of the eye to minimize the strain. A larger television and a higher placement of the wall mounts are best suited for larger rooms. Care should be taken to avoid the falling of glaring lights to the screen before installing the mount.

After taking into account the factors impacting the wall mount, an individual with basic DIY skills can perform the installation himself or seek professional assistance.

Fastening the television sets to the wall through the use of wall mounts can enhance the viewing experience. At present, an array of choices are put before the consumers in the form of wall mounts that can satisfy his changing demands. The altitude of placing the flat screen television sets have to be decided after a thorough analysis of the lighting, seating arrangement and other details that can otherwise kill the enjoyment in viewing.

On deciding the placement of the flat screen television set, LCD or plasma, the next step is the definition of the wall mount suitability. The different wall mounts obtainable have differing features and price ranges.

The popular categories of wall mounts that can be attained in the market today are mentioned below:

Flat mount/ fixed wall mount

The basic model of wall mount suited for budget oriented consumers is the fixed wall mount, which is appropriate for smaller rooms where the chances for movement of the seating placement are minimal. Once fixed, it cannot be repositioned unless the whole wall mount is dismantled. One can attain a fixed wall mount for prices as low as $30.

Tilt wall mount

The tilt wall mount enjoys the advantage of small upward and downward movement making it effective to protect the images from the bright lights that can distort them. A five degree upward tilt and a fifteen degree downward tilt also provide minor changes to the seating arrangements.

Swivel wall mount

The slight change to the right and left of the current position permitted by an arm longer than in the fixed wall mount permits swivel of the set.

Full motion wall mount

The most amenable of the lot, the long arms of the full motion wall mounts can be stretched to almost 20 inches from the wall besides permitting a full rotary adjustment. The flexibility offered by the mount makes it possible to view the television from any place of convenience.

Motorized wall mount

One of the latest additions to the wall mounts, the incorporation of the mechanized devices permit the adjustment of the position of the brackets through the click of a remote.

Ceiling wall mount

The suspension from the roof supported by slight tilting features make these ceiling wall mounts ideal for the business houses where the number of audiences is high. It is perfectly suited for larger coverage areas like the supermarkets, hospitals, etc.

The price a potential buyer is willing to spend on a wall mount, in short, has a great voice in the selection process.