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What is a universal TV mount?

What is actually meant when talking about a universal TV bracket ? The word universal has several meanings. Some examples are: multifunctional, versatile and general. These are of course very broad terms and it is not obvious to everyone what is meant with regard to TV mounts. We understand this and that is why we would like to explain it to you.

How do I know if a universal TV mount fits my television?

When we talk about a universal TV mount, we mean the TV mount suitable for all brands . It can therefore be used in general, but this does not mean that every universal TV bracket is suitable for every television ever made. How do you know for which televisions a universal TV bracket is suitable? In any case, there are three criteria what needs to be looked at and all three are important. If your television matches the information stated with the TV bracket on all three points, then the TV bracket is suitable! Below we explain the three things you should pay attention to.

VESA size

Every television that can be hung with a TV bracket has one VESA size . This is the 4-hole pattern on the back of the television and is usually in the shape of a square, but a rectangle is also possible. In some cases a VESA size consists of 6 screw holes. A universal TV mount suitable for multiple VESA sizes and if the VESA size of your television matches the VESA sizes stated on the relevant TV bracket, it will fit! It does not matter which brand your television is, after all, it is a universal TV mount.

Inch size and weight

We have now established that the VESA size determines whether the TV mount fits, but the inch size and weight of your television are also important. The inch size of your television indicates how large it is. Each TV bracket indicates which inch size it is suitable for. It is important to follow this carefully, because TV mounts with functions such as swiveling and tilting result in a screen that is too large implications may have on the operation of the functions. The weight distribution is also different with large screens.

Speaking of weight, that is too a key point to include in choosing a new TV bracket. A TV mount is designed to securely and properly mount your television, but they have been tested and approved for maximum weight. To ensure the safety of your screen and prevent it from falling off the wall, it is important to compare the weight of your television with the maximum load capacity of a TV bracket.

Choosing a universal TV mount

Now that you know which three things you should pay attention to when choosing a new (universal) TV mount, your search can begin. There are literally countless TV mounts available and these have different possibilities. You can choose a fixed TV mount, one that has an extendable arm and can rotate, one that can be tilted or one that offers a combination of these functions. In short, a suitable TV mount is available for everyone and every situation TVBarracks.nl . Take a quick look at us Product Range !