Putting Your Plasma Tv In Its Place
By bivan
Purchasing a new television involves numerous decisions.
Once consumers have waded through the various features
and made their selection, there is yet another decision that
will be necessary. Finding the right location and method of
placing a new television is an important step in
assuring optimal viewing as well as the safety of the new
screen.

There are a number of viable options for the placement of
a television. These space saving flat screens can
be mounted on the ceiling, on the wall, or placed on a stand.
Some methods of mounting the screens are less costly,
others allow for greater ability to save space, and some provide
more flexibility to assure that the television can be viewed at
different angles and heights. Looking at each of these options
in advance will help consumers make the choice that will best
suit their needs.

If a wall or ceiling mount is preferred it is important to realize
that a television can be heavy for its size and therefore
wall studs or a ceiling joist must be present to support it. Any
additional hardware needed for installation should be available
with the mounting device purchased but will be dependent upon
whether the television will be mounted on wood or metal studs
/joists or concrete block. Therefore, consumers should go into
the buying situation knowing where they wish to place their new
plasma television and what type of structure is present.

A ceiling mounted television can save floor space. A
ceiling mount often has an extension pipe in addition to the
mount itself to allow for comfortable viewing. Some owners use
a "plasma lift" with a ceiling mount option that keeps the screen
hidden until they are ready to use it.

Wall mounts can be flat, tilt, swivel or an articulated arm. A flat
wall



mount is generally the least expensive and is the greatest
space saver as it adds only 2 inches to the depth of the display
but because it is often fixed, does not offer a flexible viewing
angle. Getting a tilt mount for a television adds about 4-6
inches to the depth but is often used when needing to mount the
display above eye level; such as over a fire place.

An articulating arm mount allows users to keep the display
pulled back flat against the wall but also provides the flexibility
of pulling out the display and turning/tilting it as needed.

Table stands are generally customized to the specific plasma
television that is purchased but do tend to take up a bit more
space. Some stands offer options that allow tilt and other
movement of the display including "plasma lifts".

Obviously any mount purchased will need to fit the specific
plasma television selected. The television will have a pattern
of holes on the back that will need to correspond to the screws
on the mount. Some mounts also have adapter plates available
that will match up to popular television models.

Selecting the proper mount for a television can help to
assure that the television is stable and positioned so as to
reduce the risk of being struck or knocked over. A proper
mount can also help to assure optimal viewing and comfort
and should be carefully considered to assure years of viewing
pleasure.

Article written by Christine Peppler.

Author Bio::
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Christine Peppler
california home theater
home theater
email: bivan_dense@yahoo.com