plasma tv wall mount tilt
The Different Types Of Lcd Wall Mounts Available Today
Super-slim LCD TVs have changed the way that we think about television today. With attractive designs that fit in with any room, and the ability to watch our favourite shows in glorious high definition, we would struggle to go back to the days of enormous TVs dominating the space in our rooms. To help to make the most of your TV you might be thinking about mounting it to the wall, but with so many different types of LCD wall mounts available where do you start? Keep reading for a brief guide as to the different types of LCD wall bracket on the market to help you work out which would be the best for your needs.
The Flat Bracket
If you would like to make your LCD or Plasma televisions protrude into your room no more than a picture frame, then the flat wall bracket is probably the best solution for you. These LCD brackets are usually suited to larger television sets, though some smaller options are available if you would like to mount a smaller monitor, for example.
What to watch out for: if your cables plug into the back of your LCD TV set then you need to check how closely the bracket will fit to the wall. If there's no room for your scart leads you'll need a different bracket.
The Tilting Bracket
Tilting wall brackets are similar to flat wall brackets in most ways. Your TV will still sit quite closely to the wall, disguising the bracket itself from the rest of the world. The key difference is that you will be able to adjust the angle of your LCD or Plasma television set up and down; ideal for removing that glare from sunlight.
What to watch out for: in terms of the different types of LCD wall mounts, tilting wall brackets don't stick out too far from your wall, but be aware that they won't be quite as snug as the flat wall bracket option. For particularly large televisions you might also find that you can't tilt as much as the description says without hitting the wall.
The Tilt & Swivel Bracket
Tilt and swivel wall brackets are more common for slightly smaller television sets due to the increased flexibility. Models are available for larger TVs but be aware that they will cost more than the mounts we've already covered. As with the tilting bracket, you will be able to adjust the angle of viewing with a tilt and swivel wall bracket. However, now you will also be able to adjust your set by manoeuvring it to the left and the right.
What to watch out for: the gap between the wall and the television set can look unsightly from the side, but the increased flexibility achieved from these brackets usually makes the compromise worth it.
The Cantilever Bracket
For the utmost in flexibility you might consider a cantilever wall bracket. These wall mounts include arms with a concertina effect, allowing you to push your TV back against the wall, or to pull it out and rotate up, down, left or right. This is absolutely ideal if you often need to adjust the angle of your television set.
What to watch out for: cantilever wall brackets tend to be more expensive than the other types of LCD wall mounts available so factor that into your buying equation. They are also unlikely to fold as close to the wall as a flat or tilting bracket.
Conclusion
Only you know the location and position of your LCD TV, and what it needs to be used for. Hopefully this information will have armed you with the basics about the different types of LCD wall mounts on the market today, allowing you to make the best choice for your individual situation.
About the Author
Hopefully this article will have helped you to understand the different types of LCD wall mounts, but if you are looking for more information about LCD wall brackets, check out LCD Wall Bracket HQ for information, reviews of the best-selling models and more.
 |
Cheetah Mounts APTMM2B Flat Screen TV Wall Mount Bracket for 32-65-Inch Plasma LED LCD TV List Price: $89.99 Sale Price: $26.95 Used From: $59.95  |
|
The APTMM2 flat tilt mount features a slim 1.4-Inch profile from the wall to the back of your display. Additionally it has 0-15 degrees of tilt. The APTMM2 mount is constructed with 8LBS of 100% High Grade Steel providing a sturdy and reliable mount... |
 |
VideoSecu Mounts Flat Panel Screen Tilt TV Wall Mount for LCD LED Plasma TV with VESA up to 400x400 1FE List Price: $79.99 Sale Price: $16.99 Used From: $16.92 |
|
The slim 2 inch profile tilt mount MP409B designed for majority of 26"-37" LCD Plasma TV and some LED TV up to 46". Support mounting hole pattern within 16" horizontal and 16" vertical included 200x100, 200x200, 300x100, 300x200, 300x300, 400x100, 400x200, 400x300, 400x400mm... |
 |
Universal Slim Tilt Adjustable Wall Mount Bracket for TV HDTV Plasma LCD LED (23 - 42 inch screen / VESA up to 400x200 / 0 - 10 degree down tilt / Up to 165lbs) List Price: $79.99 Sale Price: $19.99 |
|
- Fits most displays between 23" and 42" - Max VESA: 400x200 - Tilt: 0 ~ 10 degree down. - Only a 46mm (1.81") gap between the tv and the wall when folded flat. - Max Weight: 75kgs (165 lbs) Getting an adjustable wall mount that would allow you to have the optimum viewing angle usually meant settling for a bulky mount that protruded several inches from the wall... |
 |
VideoSecu Tilt TV Wall Mount for Most 32"-65" LCD LED Plasma TV Flat Screen, Sturdy Steel Wall Plate Free HDMI Cable and 6" Bubble Level M43 List Price: $159.99 Sale Price: $29.99 |
|
The VideoSecu MP501B is compatible with LED, LCD, and Plasma TVs and other flat panel display between 32 and 60 inches weigh less than 165lbs. Supports all VESA mounting standards up to 710x450mm and many odd size mounting patterns (mounting holes on the rear of the TV or panel should be no more than 28" apart horizontally and up to 17... |
 |
VideoSecu Tilt TV Wall Mount Bracket for Most 32"- 65" LED LCD Plasma TV Flat Panel Screen Free HDMI Cable and Magnetic Bubble Level MF607B 1QH List Price: $99.99 Sale Price: $24.95 Used From: $23.50 |
|
This low-profile tilt mount MF607B is designed for most midsize to large size flat-panel TVs weighing up to 165 lbs. VESA compliant for simple installation, supports TV with mounting hole patterns up to 26" horizontally, and 16" vertically (VESA 660X400mm)... |
 |
Cheetah Mounts APTMLB Plasma LCD TV Tilt Wall Mount for Large Displays 40 to 63-Inch and Vesa 800 Displays (Black) List Price: $109.96 Sale Price: $26.09 |
|
The APTML tilt mount features a universal design that allows you to mount virtually any LCD/Plasma display. The APTML supports hole patterns up to 33-Inch horizontally by 19-Inch vertically as well as VESA hole patterns up to 600x400mm... |
 |
Cheetah Mounts Plasma LCD Flat Screen TV Articulating Full Motion Dual Arm Wall Mount Bracket For 32-65" Displays Up To 165LBS Black With 10' High Speed HDMI Cable With Ethernet Fits Up To 24" Studs List Price: $189.96 Sale Price: $24.90 Used From: $58.86 |
|
This is a very substantial mount with Dual arms and heavy gauge steel. The arms extend over 20" from the wall yet fold to less than 4.25". Even at full extension, this mount has very little sag or twist... |
 |
Cheetah Mounts APTMSB Flat Screen TV Wall Mount Bracket for 20-55" Plasma LED LCD TV Includes Free 10' Braided High Speed HDMI Cable With Ethernet List Price: $69.96 Sale Price: $19.13 Used From: $21.49 |
|
The APTMSB tilt mount features a universal design that allows you to mount the vast majority of LED/LCD/Plasma TVs in the 32-55" size range. Specifically, the APTMS supports hole patterns up to 15.75" horizontally by 15... |
 |
Adjustable Extended Arm Tilt and Swivel LCD LED HDTV Plasma TV Wall Mount (up to VESA 400x200) for 23 26 32 37 42 47 Inch LG / Panasonic / Philips / Samsung / Sharp / Sony / AKAI / AOC Envision / Insignia / RCA / Toshiba / ViewSonic / Vizio models List Price: $99.99 Sale Price: $39.99 |
|
Adjustable Extended Arm Swivel & Tilt Wall Mount for LCD, LED & Plasma TV Features: - Scratch resistant & durable steel construction in black finish - 3 way adjustable swivel, tilt & extended arm mount - Adjust angle to view from any seating position in the room - Compatible with LCD, LED & Plasma HDTV with VESA mounting holes up to 400x200mm - Great for saving surface space by mounting to the wall - Built-in bubble level to ensure precise level mount - Two main parts allows for easy and fast set-up - Mounting hardware for concrete and solid block included Specifications: - VESA Hole Pattern: up to 400mm x 200mm (15... |
 |
Full Motion Articulating LCD LED HDTV Plasma Tilt / Swivel TV Wall Mount Bracket (up to VESA 400x400) for 32 37 40 42 47 inch DYNEX DX-L321-10A / PANASONIC TC-L32C22 / SONY KDL-40EX400 / VIZIO M470NV Razor / LG / Magnavox / SAMSUNG / Sharp TV List Price: $109.99 Sale Price: $34.97 |
|
Adjustable Extended Arm Swivel & Tilt Wall Mount for LCD, LED & Plasma TV Features: - Scratch resistant & durable steel construction in black finish - 3 way adjustable swivel, tilt & extended arm mount - Adjust angle to view from any seating position in the room - Compatible with LCD, LED & Plasma HDTV with VESA mounting holes up to 400x400mm - Great for saving surface space by mounting to the wall - Built-in bubble level to ensure precise level mount - Two main parts allows for easy and fast set-up - Mounting hardware for concrete and solid block included Specifications: - VESA Hole Pattern: up to 420mm x 410mm (16... |