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A major benefit of a flat screen TV is that it can be mounted on a wall.
There are flat to wall, tilting and articulated mounting brackets. Popular manufactuers include Raw International, Sanus, Btech, Peerless and Vogels
The wall needs to be solid enough to get a decent fixing especially when using an articulated mount. If it is a stud wall then it may require fabricating with extra studs or a ply panel. Chemical fixings can be used if the wall is in particularly poor condition at the discretion of the installer.
If space allows the screen can be installed in a constructed recess that also allows the cabling to be hidden. Many installers will work in conjunction with builders to create an area for your screen and associated equipment.
Cabling can be surface mounted, run in trunking or chased into the wall. Some installers use a wall chasing tool that makes a tidy channel that can be filled sanded and painted after the cabling has been inserted. If you are redeveloping then we suggest installing a conduit big enough to run cabling retrospectively. Often equipment is located away from the TV so its important to consider cable lengths and equipment control. We recommend you use a fused spur to power the screen rather than putting a power point behind the screen where possible. Actual cables required will vary depending on the equipment installed, your installer will advise.
You also can ceiling mount screens assuming you can obtain a good secure fixing and a route for cabling.
Motorised TV mounts allow screens to be mounted inside cabinets or in kitchen units so th
e screen appears at the press of a button. There are also motorised screen covers and mirrored covers to help make the screen hidden or more discrete.
There are various options for installing screens outdoors in waterproof, vandal proof housings that are generally used in pub and clubs outdoor areas.