There are three basic types of TV mounts Fixed, Tilting, and Full Motion.
What holds a TV on the wall?
There are different types of TV wall mounts. Fixed TV wall mounts keep the television in a stationary position, flush against the wall. Swivel TV wall mounts allow the screen to pivot to the left and to the right to accommodate viewing from within a room.
What is TV bracket?
The most popular category by far is the TV wall mount bracket. These durable frames are usually constructed from reinforced steel, and make use of he mounting hole patterns on the back of your TV to grip and hold the TV in place, anchoring it into the wall.
What kind of Mount does my TV need?
A TV that needs to be mounted in a corner and high on the wall requires a mount that can swivel from side-to-side or tilt up and down. A large, heavy TV might require a full-motion mount with two arms instead of one, for a sturdier hold to account for the weight capacity.
What type of TV wall bracket is best?
- Our pick. Sanus VMPL50A-B1. The best tilt-only TV wall mount.
- Upgrade pick. Sanus VLF728-B2. The best full-motion mount.
- Budget pick. Monoprice 5916 EZ Series Tilt TV Wall Mount Bracket. A good, basic tilt mount.
- Also great. EchoGear EGLF2. A good, well-priced full-motion mount.
How do I choose a TV wall bracket?
- Check your television's specifications. Get a wall mount that is compatible with the exact specifications of your television.
- Choose the amount of swivel. Decide whether you want your wall mount to swivel or remain stationary.
- Decide whether you want a mount with an arm.
- Consider the price.
Does it matter what TV bracket you get?
The TV brackets are designed to fit a specific type of TV, and the weight and the size matter. If the wall mount can only support a 33-inch TV, you shouldn't try to fit a 44-inch one. Eventually, it'll fall down.