How to Mount a TV On The Wall (Step-by-Step)

Here I cover TV wall mount installation in depth. I've mounted thousands of TVs on walls of all kinds as a pro handyman and I want to show you how to do it the right way.

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00:00 - Intro
00:49 - A list of tools you'll need for the project
01:23 - Attaching the TV wall mount bracket to the TV
03:40 - Determining where on the wall to mount the bracket
06:13 - How to find the studs in the wall for the TV mount
08:34 - Attaching wall mount bracket to the wall using lag screws
11:40 - Hanging the TV and how to remove the TV once hung
12:54 - Additional tips and mistakes to avoid
13:54 - How to mount a TV to brick or stone

In this video, you'll learn everything you need to know to mount your TV with confidence. Whether you are using a flat mount, a tilt mount, or even an articulating mount, this same exact process applies.

First, you'll want to unbox the TV and the mount. Then, mount part of the wall mount bracket to the TV using the right screws for your TV. Your mount will come with lots of screws, most of which you won't use. Find the ones that work and throw the rest away.

Then, connect the other part of the mount to the TV as well and measure from the bottom of the TV to the top screw hole on the part of the bracket that attaches to the wall. Write this dimension down so you can use it later.

Next, use a tape measure and a level to figure out the center of the TV side to side and where you want the bottom of the TV to sit on the wall. Use the measurement from earlier to figure out how high to screw in the lag screws. Honestly, you should watch the video for this part.

Now, locate the studs and mark them with a pencil. Then translate the marks you made for the height of the screws across the studs and pre-drill into the studs using a 3/16" or 7/32" drill bit. Make sure to drill into the center of the studs and make sure your mount will work with your screw locations.

Now, using the lag screws that came with your TV wall mount bracket, attach the wall portion to the wall and tighten it until secure. Now make sure it's level and if it is, you are ready to hang your TV on the wall.

Once your TV is mounted on the wall, you are ready to hide the wires which I'll cover in the next video.

To remove the TV, pull out on the bottom and then lift it up to unhook the TV. In some cases, you will need two people to lift the TV on or off the wall.

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[dennislawson]

I love your videos! quick tip: if you put one lag bolt in to the bracket and sinch it down tight enough that the bracket stays against the wall but loose enough to adjust the bracket. You can then find level by moving the bracket with your level on top and then put your other lag bolt in after you found level. It makes for an exact location with less measuring and saves time.

[DaveHuffman-iygp]

I knew there had to be an easier way than what I've been doing. This video was perfect for me. Thank you so much for making this video!!

[monikorn]

This video is so helpful! Using all of these techniques to mount a 75" TV!

[anthonyperez_audiophile]

Followed this step by step and didn't need to do a single level adjustment. Thanks!

[karenhampton]

You know what you’re doing! I really appreciate people who have your skills. How does a person go about finding a handyman such as you?

[AlComedyy]

So simple I thought it would’ve been too much work thanks g

[bobbongo]

I found this more useful than others I have watched. You were very informative about techniques for good placement, particularly how to get the best height. Too many others are just about the mechanic i.e. the bolts and screws.

[edwinpino]

Great video! I’ve mounted several but usually spend time doing a lot of measuring especially when I have an entertainment below and allowing room for space between top of entertainment and bottom of tv. Also found different tvs and mounts makes tv higher or lower so that measurement of top bracket is so important. Glad you pointed that out.

I pencil in lines, drawing where tv will be placed to be precise. I sometimes add plywood to hit more studs. Habit from hanging and mounting IT Racks in IDF rooms that are concrete walls

[ZanZ-qiwz]

that's the best tv mount video I seen so far

[marcoa.pacheco]

Dan, ..muchas gracias..! These simple steps can be difficult for NOT EVERYDAY handymen like me.

[PENclips]

Very helpful, well done and I especilly love the end sequence of things to make the installation fool-proof. You are saving many people a good amount of money by showing them just how easy it is (in most cases) to install solo. Thank you!!!

[geos]

Thank you so much for this …… made me the hero of the family lol great instructions and demonstration and awesome job with showing the marks on the video👍🏾

[katr]

I love the drawings on the videos; very helpful to follow your instructions! And I'm quite glad you encountered a challenge to see how you'll solve it. THANK YOU!

[critterwhisperer]

When determining where the tv should go, I like to use the box. Usually the picture on the box is pretty close to actual size. I cut the side of the box off and hold it on the wall so the customer can see it on the wall. Even if the picture isn’t true to size the box is pretty close.

[docprego]

Fantastic video. Took me from concerned to confident!

[BeardedVet]

Awesome video, I’ve got like 4 TVs to mount so this will come in handy. 🤘

[TheAsh]

Best video I have seen on mounting a tv!

[zarimashadi]

Well done very helpful thank you so much 🙏🌹❤️

[lucyw.mcmellan]

Very clear and informative video. I am now confident enough to attempt doing this by myself. The only other info I would need is how to hide the wires. Thank you so very much Dan.

[ricnog]

great video...the imaginary lines on the wall helped to clarify the spacing needed for a proper wall mount. THank you