TV Wall Mounting in Hertfordshire: What Homeowners and Tenants Need to Know
Wall mounting a television can give your room a cleaner appearance, free up valuable furniture space and create a more comfortable viewing setup. However, a good installation involves much more than choosing a position and drilling a few holes.
For homeowners and tenants in Hertfordshire, the type of property, wall construction, TV size, bracket, existing sockets and cable management should all be considered before installation begins.
TV Mounter provides professional TV Wall Mounting Service in Hertfordshire with 10+ years of hands-on experience. We cover Watford, St Albans, Hemel Hempstead, Stevenage, Hertford, Welwyn Garden City, Hatfield, Borehamwood, Hitchin, Harpenden, Cheshunt, Bishop’s Stortford and surrounding areas.
Here are the important things to consider before mounting your television.
Hertfordshire Homes Can Have Very Different Wall Types
Hertfordshire has a wide variety of properties, from older houses and period homes to modern apartments and newer housing developments.
Because of this, there is no single fixing method suitable for every TV installation.
TV Mounter regularly works with brick, plasterboard, stud, dot-and-dab, concrete and other solid walls.
Before mounting the television, the wall construction needs to be considered alongside the TV size, weight and bracket type. The correct fixing method for a 43-inch television may be very different from what is required for an 85-inch screen on a full-motion bracket.
Can You Mount a TV on a Plasterboard Wall?
Yes. A TV can be mounted onto a suitable plasterboard wall when the correct installation method is used.
Plasterboard and stud walls are common in newer Hertfordshire homes, extensions, flats and apartments.
The wall construction, fixing locations and weight of the television need to be considered carefully. This becomes especially important with larger TVs and full-motion brackets because the bracket can extend away from the wall.
You should not assume that ordinary screws and wall plugs are suitable simply because the television does not appear particularly heavy.
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Mounting a TV on Brick or Solid Walls
Brick and solid walls are common throughout Hertfordshire, particularly in traditional houses and older properties.
When the wall is suitable, these can provide a strong mounting surface using the appropriate drilling and fixing method.
Concrete walls may require different equipment and fixings from standard brickwork.
The installer should therefore determine the appropriate mounting method rather than treating every solid wall in exactly the same way.
Advice for Hertfordshire Tenants
If you rent a house, flat or apartment, check whether you are allowed to drill into the walls before booking your TV installation.
Your tenancy agreement may contain conditions regarding alterations to the property. In some cases, permission from your landlord or managing agent may be required.
This is particularly important in managed apartment buildings where additional building rules may apply.
It is better to confirm permission beforehand rather than discover a problem when your tenancy ends.
TV Mounter can also dismount TVs when you move home or need to return the room to its previous arrangement.
Choosing the Right TV Bracket
The correct bracket depends on the television, wall and way you want to use the screen.
Flat or Fixed Brackets
A fixed bracket is a good choice when you want the television to remain close to the wall.
It provides a simple, low-profile appearance and works particularly well when the main seating position is directly in front of the television.
Tilt Brackets
A tilt bracket allows some vertical adjustment to the screen angle.
This can be useful when the television needs to be mounted higher than the normal viewing position.
Full-Motion Brackets
A full-motion bracket provides considerably more flexibility. Depending on the model, the television can extend away from the wall, swivel left or right and tilt vertically.
This can work well in open-plan rooms, larger living areas and spaces where the television needs to be viewed from different positions.
Full-motion brackets also place different forces on the wall when extended, making correct bracket selection and installation particularly important.
Check Your TV’s Weight and VESA Pattern
Screen size alone does not determine whether a bracket is suitable.
The TV’s weight and VESA mounting pattern should also be compatible with the bracket.
This is especially important for large televisions.
If you already own a bracket, TV Mounter can check whether it is appropriate for your television and installation. We can also supply suitable fixed, tilt and full-motion brackets where required.
Decide on the TV Height Before Installation
One of the most common questions is how high a television should be mounted.
There isn’t one measurement suitable for every Hertfordshire home.
The correct height depends on the TV size, seating position, sofa height, viewing distance, room layout, furniture, sockets and whether a soundbar will be installed.
For most living rooms, comfortable viewing from the main seating position should be an important consideration.
The final TV position should be measured before drilling starts. Remember that the bracket position and the final screen position are not necessarily the same.
Check Sockets and Connections Behind the TV
Look carefully at your existing electrical sockets, aerial points and other connections before deciding where the TV will be mounted.
Their position can affect how close the television sits to the wall and where connected equipment can be located.
This is particularly important when installing slim televisions.
Sky boxes, Virgin TV equipment, streaming devices, games consoles and soundbars should ideally be considered before the TV goes onto the wall.
Planning everything together usually creates a much cleaner finished installation.
Hiding TV Cables in a Hertfordshire Home
Visible cables hanging underneath a wall-mounted television can spoil an otherwise clean installation.
TV Mounter can conceal suitable cables inside plasterboard walls where the wall has sufficient cavity, internal clearance and a clear route.
An opening is normally created behind the television with another opening lower down the wall. Compatible cables can then be routed through the available cavity and the openings finished with faceplates.
Cable concealment depends on the construction of the wall and is not possible in every plasterboard installation.
What About Cable Concealment on Brick Walls?
TV Mounter does not chase brick, concrete or other solid walls to conceal TV cables.
For these walls, surface trunking provides a practical alternative.
Trunking can be positioned between the television and lower connection point to keep compatible cables contained and organised.
This is often a straightforward way to achieve a much tidier appearance without cutting channels into a solid wall.
Samsung Frame TV Installation in Hertfordshire
Samsung Frame televisions require additional planning because compatible models are designed to sit particularly close to the wall.
The mounting system needs accurate positioning to achieve the intended picture-frame appearance.
Existing sockets are especially important. A protruding socket, plug or connection directly behind the television can prevent the screen from sitting as close to the wall as intended.
The One Connect Box also needs a suitable location.
Before installing a Samsung Frame TV, consider the wall, sockets, One Connect Box, cable route and any soundbar together rather than treating them as separate decisions.
LG OLED TV Wall Mounting
LG OLED televisions are another popular choice for wall mounting.
Models such as the LG G Series have an extremely slim design, so careful handling and accurate positioning are important.
The wall construction and mounting arrangement should be considered before installation, particularly with larger OLED screens.
TV Mounter regularly installs LG OLED televisions as well as TVs from Samsung, Sony, Hisense, TCL and other major brands throughout Hertfordshire.
Installing 75″, 85″, 98″ and Larger TVs
Larger televisions require more preparation than smaller screens.
Before mounting a 75″, 77″, 83″, 85″, 86″, 98″ or 100″ TV, the exact model, dimensions and weight should be considered alongside the wall and bracket.
A large television may require a heavy-duty mounting solution and additional handling during installation.
The size of the wall and viewing distance should also be considered. A TV that fits physically on the wall is not necessarily positioned correctly for the room.
Providing your exact model number when requesting a quote can help determine the mounting requirements beforehand.
Consider Your Soundbar Before Choosing the TV Position
If you intend to wall mount a soundbar, plan its position at the same time as the television.
The space between the TV and soundbar affects the overall appearance of the installation.
TV Mounter can install soundbars from manufacturers including Sonos, Samsung, LG, Sony and Bose.
Planning the TV and soundbar together allows their height, spacing and alignment to be considered before any permanent fixing takes place.
Where Will Your Sky or Virgin TV Box Go?
Connected equipment should be planned before the television is mounted.
This could include a Sky box, Virgin TV box, Apple TV, Fire TV, games console or other streaming equipment.
Certain compact devices may be positioned behind the TV where suitable space, ventilation and access are available.
Larger devices may need to remain in a TV unit, cabinet or on a shelf.
The aim should be to keep equipment organised without restricting ventilation, connections or future access.
Advice for Hertfordshire Homeowners
Homeowners may want to think beyond the television currently being installed.
If you expect to upgrade to a larger screen in the future, consider whether the current position will still work with your furniture, sockets, soundbar and available wall space.
However, an existing bracket should always be checked before being reused with another television.
A bracket suitable for a 55″ TV may not necessarily be suitable for a significantly larger or heavier replacement screen.
Advice for Hertfordshire Tenants Moving Home
If you are renting, keep the original television stand and any screws or accessories that came with your TV.
You may need them when moving to another property.
When the television needs to be removed, it is better to dismount it carefully rather than attempting to lift it away from an unfamiliar bracket without understanding the locking mechanism.
TV Mounter provides TV dismounting and remounting services for customers moving home or changing their television position.
Common TV Wall Mounting Mistakes to Avoid
A professional-looking installation starts with good planning. Common problems include mounting the television too high, choosing an unsuitable bracket, using inappropriate wall fixings, failing to identify the wall construction and forgetting to consider sockets before drilling.
Cable management and connected equipment are also frequently left until after the TV has been installed.
With Samsung Frame TVs and other very slim televisions, anything protruding behind the screen can also affect the finished result.
Taking measurements and planning the entire setup before installation can prevent many of these problems.
Professional TV Wall Mounting Service in Hertfordshire
TV Mounter provides professional TV Wall Mounting Service in Hertfordshire for homeowners, tenants, landlords and businesses.
With 10+ years of hands-on experience, our installers work with different property types and wall constructions throughout the county. We install TVs on suitable brick, plasterboard, stud, dot-and-dab and concrete walls.
Our services include fixed brackets, tilt brackets, full-motion brackets, Samsung Frame installation, LG OLED mounting, large-screen TV installation, soundbar mounting, surface trunking and cable concealment inside suitable plasterboard walls.
Our Hertfordshire coverage includes Watford, St Albans, Hemel Hempstead, Stevenage, Hertford, Welwyn Garden City, Hatfield, Borehamwood, Hitchin, Harpenden, Cheshunt, Bishop’s Stortford, Letchworth Garden City, Bushey, Rickmansworth, Potters Bar, Berkhamsted, Ware, Tring and Hoddesdon.
TV Mounter is fully insured, and installations include a 1-year workmanship guarantee. Same-day appointments may be available depending on location, installation requirements and availability.
- Watford
- St Albans
- Hemel Hempstead
- Stevenage
- Hertford
- Welwyn Garden City
- Hatfield
- Borehamwood
- Hitchin
- Harpenden
- Cheshunt
- Bishop’s Stortford
- Letchworth Garden City
- Bushey
- Rickmansworth
- Potters Bar
- Berkhamsted
- Ware
- Hoddesdon
- Tring
TV Wall Mounting in Hertfordshire – FAQs
Can you mount a TV on plasterboard?
Yes. TVs can be mounted onto suitable plasterboard and stud walls using a fixing and installation method appropriate for the wall construction and television.
Can you mount TVs onto brick walls?
Yes. TV Mounter installs televisions on suitable brick and solid walls using appropriate installation methods and fixings.
Can tenants have a TV wall mounted?
Tenants should check their tenancy agreement and obtain permission from their landlord or managing agent where required before drilling into the property.
Can TV cables be hidden inside the wall?
We offer cable concealment inside suitable plasterboard walls where sufficient cavity, clearance and a clear route are available.
Do you conceal cables inside brick walls?
No. TV Mounter does not chase brick, concrete or other solid walls for cable concealment. Surface trunking can be used instead.
Can you install a Samsung Frame TV?
Yes. Samsung Frame TVs can be professionally installed, with particular attention given to wall condition, sockets, mounting position and the One Connect setup.
Can you mount an LG OLED TV?
Yes. TV Mounter installs LG OLED televisions, including slim G Series models, subject to the appropriate wall and mounting requirements.
Do you install large TVs?
Yes. We install large televisions including 75″, 77″, 83″, 85″, 86″, 98″ and 100″ screens. Providing the exact model before installation is recommended.
Do you supply TV brackets?
Yes. Suitable fixed, tilt and full-motion brackets can be supplied as part of the installation.
Do you provide same-day appointments in Hertfordshire?
Same-day TV wall mounting may be available depending on your Hertfordshire location, job requirements and installer availability.
Book TV Wall Mounting in Hertfordshire
Whether you are a homeowner upgrading your living room or a tenant looking for a cleaner TV setup, the wall, bracket, screen position and cable arrangement should all be considered before installation.
TV Mounter provides professional TV wall mounting throughout Hertfordshire with 10+ years of experience, fully insured installation and a 1-year workmanship guarantee.
For an accurate quote, send your TV size or model number, Hertfordshire postcode, photographs of the installation wall and details of any additional requirements such as a TV bracket, cable management or soundbar.
Call TV Mounter on 07488 302095.
