TV Wall Mount Buying Guide: How to Choose the Right Mount

So, your new television is taking pride of place in your living room. But a crucial question arises?: should you place it on a stand or hang it on the wall?? A well-chosen TV wall mount does more than just free up floor space?; it enhances your interior design and optimises your viewing experience.

Fixed, tilting, swivelling… The market is flooded with options, and it's easy to get lost. Don't panic, this guide is here to break down the key criteria and help you find the perfect mount for your TV, your wall, and your viewing habits.

The 3 Key Points for Choosing the Right TV Mount

Before you decide, three essential points must be checked to ensure flawless compatibility and safety.

1. VESA Compatibility and Weight?: The Non-Negotiable Prerequisites

The VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) standard is THE benchmark that guarantees a mount and a TV are made for each other. It simply corresponds to the distance in millimetres between the four mounting holes on the back of your television (for example, 200?x?200?mm or 400?x?400?mm).

Before you even look at models, check this information in your TV's manual or measure the gap yourself. The mount you choose must explicitly mention this compatibility. By the same token, check the weight of your television and opt for a mount whose maximum load capacity is comfortably higher. It's a matter of basic safety.

2. The Type of Mount?: Fixed, Swivelling, or Mobile??

Your choice will depend on the layout of your room and the level of flexibility you're looking for.

• The fixed wall mount?: The most streamlined solution. The television is placed flat against the wall, like a piece of art, for a guaranteed minimalist effect. Ideal if your sofa is directly in front of the screen and you don't need to adjust the viewing angle.
• The swivelling wall mount (or articulated arm)?: The champion of versatility. This type of TV wall arm allows you to tilt, pivot, and even extend the screen from the wall. It's the perfect solution for a corner installation, to avoid sun glare, or simply to angle the TV towards the dining area.
• The TV stand on wheels?: The "zero-drilling" solution. If you're a tenant or simply don't want to make holes, this mobile stand is the perfect alternative. Highly popular in offices, it's also perfect for easily moving a large screen from one room to another.

3. The Type of Wall?: The Critical Safety Point

The entire safety of your installation depends on the strength of your wall. A TV mount for a concrete or solid brick wall guarantees rock-solid anchoring, which is essential for large televisions and articulated arms that exert significant leverage.

Warning?: NEVER install a wall mount on a simple plasterboard wall (drywall), especially for a large screen like a 75-inch TV wall mount. These walls are not load-bearing and are not designed to support such a load. The risk of the mount being torn out, the TV falling, and causing material (or even physical) damage is very real. If in doubt, take no risks and call a professional.

Our Top TV Mount Recommendations

To move from theory to practice, here are a few models that have caught our attention for their sturdiness, ingenuity, and value for money.

Universal Swivel TV Wall Mount for 32-55 Inch TVs

• Why it stands out?: Its versatility is its key strength. Thanks to its dual articulated arm, it allows you to adjust the viewing angle with pinpoint accuracy. Perfect for living rooms where the armchairs aren't all neatly lined up in front of the screen. Its 5.5?mm thick steel construction and wide wall plate exude sturdiness.

• Advantages?:

  • Total flexibility with an extension of up to 67?cm from the wall.
  • Impressive load capacity of 75?kg.
  • Tilt (+5°/-15°) and level (±3°) adjustments for perfect alignment.
  • Compatible with VESA standards up to 400?x?400?mm.

• Who is it for???: For those who want complete freedom of movement, are considering a corner installation, or are tired of twisting and turning to plug in an HDMI cable.

Fixed TV Wall Mount for 32-55 Inch TVs

• Why it stands out?: It plays the card of absolute discretion. With a distance from the wall of only 29?mm, it gives the impression that the TV is levitating, for a clean, designer look. Its single-piece steel structure and safety locking system make it a safe and long-lasting choice.

• Advantages?:

  • Ultra-slim profile for a minimalist look.
  • Supports a significant load of 65?kg.
  • Installation made easy by an integrated bubble level.
  • Safety screws to prevent any accidental unhooking.

• Who is it for???: For design purists who want an "art gallery" effect and whose viewing area is well-defined (sofa facing the wall in the living room, bed facing the wall in the bedroom).

CNTSLNB+ TV Stand on Wheels for 32-75 Inch TVs

• Why it stands out?: More than just a stand, it's a true design piece. Its sculptural stainless steel structure gives it the look of a modern artist's easel. Its main asset remains its mobility?: move your large screen from one room to another, without ever taking out the drill.

• Advantages?:

  • No wall installation required, the ideal solution for tenants.
  • Great mobility thanks to its discreet, lockable wheels.
  • A design that is out of the ordinary and enhances contemporary interiors.
  • Compatible with a very wide range of TVs, from 32 to 75 inches.

• Who is it for???: For professionals (meeting rooms, exhibition stands), those who are allergic to drilling, and anyone who likes to rearrange their interior or move the TV from the living room to the patio for big game nights.

What About for an OLED TV??

With their extreme thinness and sometimes off-set connectivity, OLED TVs deserve special attention. Some mounts are specifically designed to hug their lines and respect their very specific weight distribution.

? Discover our selection of mounts for OLED televisions to find the perfect model.

Frequently Asked Questions About TV Wall Mounts

How do I find my TV's VESA standard??

It's simple! The information can be found in your television's manual. If you no longer have it, grab a tape measure?: measure the horizontal, then the vertical distance (in millimetres) between the centres of the four screw holes on the back of the screen. The result (e.g., 400?x?400) is your TV's VESA standard. The mount must be compatible with this measurement.

Can you really install a TV mount on a plasterboard wall??

The answer is no. A 55-inch TV wall mount (or larger) exerts an immense pulling force that plasterboard alone cannot support. The risk of it being torn from the wall is too high. A secure installation must be done in a load-bearing wall (concrete, solid brick, cinder block). For plasterboard, you must use special anchors (like Molly bolts) for light objects, but never for a television.

How much weight can a wall mount support??

This crucial information is always indicated by the manufacturer on the packaging and in the instructions. Weigh your television (or find its weight on its spec sheet) and choose a mount whose maximum authorised load is significantly higher. It's your best insurance against accidents.