What it is
A bracket screwed into the wall's structure holds the TV by the standardised holes on its back. The screen appears to "float" with no stand beneath it.
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TV mounting,
TV mounting,
explained.
A plain-English guide to fixing a television to the wall — what it actually is, the ways people use it, why they bother, where the parts and help are available, and how the options stack up against each other. No brands, no sales, no pressure.
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So, what is "TV mounting"?
In short: attaching a flat-screen television to a wall (or occasionally a ceiling) with a metal bracket, instead of standing it on a table or cabinet. This guide unpacks the whole topic, one plain question at a time.
How it's used
Living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, offices, gyms, above fireplaces, in corners — mounting adapts a screen to almost any room and viewing position.
The benefits
Freed-up space, a cleaner look, better viewing angles, hidden cables, and — done correctly — a screen that's more secure than one on a stand.
Availability
Mounts and the help to fit them are widely available — from electronics and hardware stores to online retailers, handypeople, and professional installers.
The main types
Four kinds of mount cover almost every situation.
Mounts differ mainly in how much the screen can move once it's up. Here's the plain difference between the common categories — the full side-by-side comparison lives on the Compare page.
Fixed (flush)
Holds the TV flat and still against the wall, very close to it. The simplest and lowest-profile option, with no adjustment after fitting.
Tilting
Angles the screen up or down. Useful when the TV sits higher than eye level, such as above a fireplace, to reduce glare and neck strain.
Full-motion
Swings out, tilts, and pivots on an arm. Lets one screen serve several seating positions or rooms — kitchens and corners especially.
Ceiling
Drops the screen from above on a pole. Common where walls aren't an option — open-plan spaces, shops, gyms, and commercial settings.
This is an information site — that's all. HomeTVMount doesn't sell mounts, fit televisions, or promote any brand, retailer, or installer. Everything here is written to help you understand the topic and decide for yourself. Product and provider names, where they appear, are described generically.