For optimal TV viewing, you might want to mount your TV to the wall. Doing so can make the room feel more spacious by eliminating the need for a TV stand or entertainment center to support the television. It can also help you place your TV at the optimal height.

While some viewers may appreciate a swivel TV mount or tilting TV mount, using a fixed-position TV mount reduces the need for moving parts and can make installation simpler and more secure. If you have a particularly heavy or large TV and you have concerns about a weak TV mount, using a fixed mount may also offer more peace of mind.

You have a few types of fixed TV mounts to accommodate the needs of your space. A fixed TV wall mount is the go-to in the majority of cases. More unusual arrangements, such as in-store TV displays, can be managed with a fixed ceiling TV mount.

Every TV mount needs to be secured to support structures within your wall or ceiling. To ensure this is done correctly, the easiest option is to make a TV mounting and installation appointment with the professionals from Best Buy’s Home Entertainment Services team. If you also have a new television, you can add a TV setup appointment to ensure your TV is properly programmed and connected to home entertainment equipment, like a streaming device or Blu-ray player.

If you are installing your own TV mount, begin by locating the studs in the wall. Studs will create the strongest support if available. Whatever material you drill into, however, do the research to ensure it can support the weight of the TV and make sure you use the proper hardware for that material.

Before you finalize your new TV mount position, ensure you like how your TV will look there from all the possible seating spots in the room. You only want to set this up once.