Wall-mounted TV unit installation gives your living room a modern, open look. However, like any furniture you hang on a wall, it needs secure fixing. In this post, we share the steps our team follows for a safe setup.
Know Your Wall Before Wall-Mounted TV Unit Installation
First, find out what type of wall you have. Concrete, brick and drywall each need different fixings. For example, on drywall we use butterfly anchors or fix the unit to the metal studs. Also, scan the wall for electrical cables with a detector. That way, you remove the risk of drilling into a wire.
- Wall plugs and screws that suit your wall
- A long spirit level or a laser level
- Cable detector to find hidden wires
- Mounting hardware strong enough for the unit
Set the Right Height
When you sit down, the middle of the screen should be close to eye level. So we set the height of the unit based on your sofa. Then we draw a level line on the wall with a pencil. In addition, take the power outlet and antenna socket into account. In short, a few minutes of measuring saves you from drilling new holes later.
Wall-Mounted TV Unit Installation Steps
To begin with, we fix the hanging rail or the brackets along the line. Then two people lift the body of the unit and hang it on the rail. After that, we do a final check with the level and tighten the safety screws. Especially on long units, an extra support in the middle stops sagging. Also, leave door and drawer adjustments until the very end.
Cable Management and Wall Panels
Messy cables make even the nicest unit look ordinary. That is why we run the cables through the channels at the back of the unit. On models with a wall panel, however, install the panel before the unit. As a result, the cables stay hidden behind the panel and the look stays clean.
Wall-Mounted TV Unit Installation: Safety Tips
Do not put more weight on the unit than it can carry. Also, never let children climb on it. Besides that, check the mounting screws once more after a few weeks. If you have small children, our guide to safe nursery furniture has more useful advice. In the end, regular checks keep the unit safe for years.
Professional Support
Heavy units and drywall need experience. Our team provides TV unit assembly in every district of Istanbul with a 6-month aftercare guarantee. If you like, you can get a price right away from our contact page. For background on the technology itself, see the Wikipedia article on television. In short, wall-mounted TV unit installation becomes an easy and safe job with the right materials and careful measuring.
