Having your flat screen television mounted on your wall is a great way to upgrade your entertainment experience. Before you make your purchase, take our quiz to see if you have all the information you need to make the right decision.
Question 1: If my television has the right VESA mount pattern, I will be able to use the TV wall mount bracket. True or False?
Answer: False. In additional to having the right VESA mount pattern, you need to make sure that the mounting system you’ve chosen will support the size and weight of television you have. Another nice thing to consider as you make your flat screen wall mount decision is whether the kit has all the hardware you need to mount it, and whether you will have room to get a bigger TV in the future without having to replace the TV wall bracket.
Question 2: I’ve found perfect wall mount kit. It comes with a universal TV wall mount bracket set and all hardware needed to install my size TV. I should be all set – true or false?
Answer: True. Mounting kits with universal brackets are designed to fit any VESA pattern for the size and weight class that they support.
Question 3: In order to be able to view from any angle in the room where I mount my TV, I should:
a. Purchase a Tilt wall mount.
b. Get a flush mount kit.
c. Look for a tilt and swivel mounting kit.
d. None of the above.
Answer: C – Get a tilt and swivel mounting kit. You’ll also want to consider if there is a viewing angle that will require you to be able to move out a certain distance from the wall, such as displaying around another piece of furniture, like a bookcase. Make sure that your wall mount is capable of extending out the required distance.
Question 4: I have an older house with an unusual stud distance in the walls. In order to mount my TV, I should:
a. Get a kit with arms that adjust left and right on the mounting bracket for optimum alignment in the viewing space.
b. Not use a wall mount kit.
c. Custom make a mounting kit.
d. None of the above.
Answer: A – get a kit that allows you to adjust your TV left or right so that after the wall support is mounted you can center the TV where you want it.