Among the various types of TV wall mounts, the articulating TV mount is the most flexible. The swivel arm of the articulating mount joins the TV bracket with a wall plate.

Once the mounting process is complete, the articulating mount allows you to do just what the name implies. You can move your TV to an appropriate viewing angle depending on your present use. The articulating TV mount moves out and away from the wall thanks to a number of swivel points on the mounting arm and you can swivel the TV from left to right once pulled away from the wall.

One should take a few points into consideration before attempting the installation of their articulating TV wall mount. Like many, if you have decided to save those extra dollars and become do-it-yourself installer, here is a simple 5 step process you can use in order to assure success of setting up your fine plasma or LCD TV with an articulating wall mount.

1. Decide What Type of Mount is Right for You.

Only you can determine whether an articulating TV wall mount fits your needs or not. Think about how you use the room that the TV will be in. If you watch TV in there now, do you find yourself sitting to one side of the room to get a good view of the TV? Would you use different parts of the room if you could swivel the TV to the left or right? Could you make better use of other rooms by swiveling the TV? All these considerations are important in determining whether a articulating TV wall mount is right for you.

2. Make Sure Your Mount Size is Right For Your Flat Panel.

TV wall mounts come in many different shapes and sizes, as to flat panel TVs. You need to make sure that once you have decided on the type of TV wall mount that you also choose a wall mount that fits your specific TV model. Obviously, buying the TV should come first, so do not make the mistake of putting the chicken before the egg - or the mount before the TV in our case.

3. Give Thought to the Type of Wall You Have.

A big thing to consider here is whether your wall has wooden studs or not. Additionally, the spacing between studs can play a big part in how and where you mount your TV. A good thing to pick up when considering where to place your TV is a stud finder. You can get one at your local hardware store for less than twenty dollars. If you are dealing with steel studs, you are going to have to do some further research to make sure you get the job done right.

4. If You Lease, Find Out if You Are Allowed to Place a Mount on Your Wall.

If you live in an apartment, then you could be facing an uphill battle for mounting something like flat panel TV on the wall. Additionally, articulating wall mounts have a bulkier look to them and may be further frowned upon by your apartment manager. First off, take a look at your lease agreement. What does it say about drilling holes in the wall or affixing things to the apartment? If you cannot tell whether it is ok to do so, you may want to talk to your landlord and explain to them what you are wanting to do.

5. Assembly of Tools.

When you have your TV and your wall mount ready to go, you should take time ” possibly the night before ” to set everything you will need out. This type of preparation will most certainly make the actual mounting process easier on you. The process of installing an articulating TV wall mount is not overly difficult. However, if you cannot find a required part or tool during the installation process, it can lead to frustration and, ultimately, a longer day.

By following the five tips, you can be well on your way to enjoying a properly mounted TV using an articulating TV wall mount, along with the satisfaction of doing it all on your own.

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