INTRODUCTION:
Remember the days when you’d have to wait a few years for a new TV hit the shelves? In today’s world, it seems like there’s a new TV model every other day, but I digress. The one great thing that came from having these new TV’s (besides the amazing picture quality) is that they can be mounted on the wall! This creates more space in our living rooms and keeps that mess of wires hidden behind the wall, giving our rooms a smooth clutter-free look.
Below are the step by step instructions on how to mount a TV on the wall in Wellesley.
Step 1: Getting Started
Make sure you have wall mount for your TV! If you don’t have one, you can find one at your electronic store (Best Buy, Target or Home Depot). They are generally less than $100 so it won’t be a huge expense. Next, make sure to know where on the wall you want to place the TV. Finally, make sure you have a drill, screwdriver and level handy!
Step 2: Remove the base of your TV
Depending on the TV, you might have a base that comes attached to your TV. Place your TV glass-side down on a soft cloth and then remove the screws and remove the base.
Step 3: Attach the mount to the TV
This will require you to find the holes on the TV and screw the mount into those holes. Make sure to remember righty tighty, lefty loosey!
Step 4: Drill the mount into the studs
Unlike hanging picture frames, a TV will require you to drill into the studs of your wall (If you hang the TV into the drywall that could lead to an unwanted doorway in your wall, scary).
Step 5: Make holes for the wires to run through
Once you’ve drilled everything into its proper place, run all necessary wires into the wall. Make sure to hold on to it so that it doesn’t fall into the wall (a common mistake).
Step 6: Attach the wires and mount your TV!
You’ve now done all the necessary steps! Now that you know how to mount a TV on the wall in Wellesley, the last step is simply to place your TV properly on the wall mount and plug it in. Once you’ve done this proceed to enjoying your new TV set up.
Overall, TV’s have gotten thinner which is great because it’s meant to be space-efficient. Mounting it to the wall gives your house a more modern and cleaner look, which is always great.
Moreover, mounting a TV to the wall is a great way of DECLUTTERING your home and opening up some great space. Want to find out how a great way to declutter your home? Download our Checklist below on how to do just that!
As a word of caution, TV’s tend to be expensive and fragile (not the best combo). If you don’t feel comfortable doing this mini project yourself, find out how much it cost to mount a TV in Wellesley. It might make sense to have a pro do this for you but until then, best of luck to you!