Living room: fixing a TV to the wall | How to hang the TV on wall

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BEFORE YOU START
  • Make sure to select very well the location which should include a nearby power socket. Thoroughly check the height at which the unit should be mounted. Make trials, sit on the sofa and look at the wall, imagine where you would like the picture to be.  
  • If you're using a moving bracket, fix it away from obstructing objects or furniture.
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How to fix a TV to the wall 

1- The TV will be mounted to this wall. A retractable mount is chosen not to obstruct the nearby balcony door.
2- TV brackets are widely available. You need to select one that fits your TV size which is always indicated on the box.
3- The TV mounting kit includes the wall plugs and screws. Use them as these are strong enough to support the TV.​
4- Level the TV fixing bracket and mark the holes.
5- Drill them and plug them.
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6- Start to fit the screws with a screwdriver until you can no more turn it by hand.
7- Continue with a battery drill or by holding your screwdriver with grip pliers.
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8- Now see which nuts on the back of your TV do fit the holes of the mounting plate you purchased.
9- Use the screws that are provided with the kit to fix the mounting plate to the TV.
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10- Insert the mounting plate into the TV fixing bracket.
11- Tilt the unit to the desired angle and tighten the screws.
12- That's all, it was easier than thought!
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