KW – TV mounting and wall damage
It is true that there’s no TV mounting process that doesn’t involve denting the wall, thereby causing one form of damage to it. As soon as drilling into the wall begins, the damage to the wall is done. But, aside from this initial damage, there can be further damage if the TV is not mounted properly, which most people try to avoid by hiring professionals for their home projects.
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When you think about your walls, you probably don’t think about how they behave. But walls are a complex system that is built to last—and they do! In fact, a wall’s strength isn’t just determined by the materials used in construction: it’s also dependent on how the structure is built.
Wall damage is a very common problem for people who want to mount a TV on their walls. Wall damage describes the physical harm or damage done to a building’s structure, due to external factors. Wall damage can include cracks in the walls, but it can also include structural failure of the building itself. It’s important to note that wall damage doesn’t necessarily mean a building has been damaged by an earthquake; or a flood, it just means that there has been some sort of structural problem with the building’s structure or wall as the case may be.
Types of Wall damage from mounting TV
Tv mount Damage
Precautions necessary to avoid damaging a wall when mounting a TV
1) Understand the wall structure and setup: Before mounting your TV against any kind of wall, it is important to understand the condition of your wall in its entirety. You need to understand what materials the wall is made of and the weight it can take and for how long. If you’re residing in a rented apartment, it is essential that you ask your landlord how long the wall has existed. Old walls are at risk of tearing apart under much pressure unless given constant reinforcement; otherwise, they could crack under the stress of mounting your own television set on them.
2) Compatibility: When buying a TV, it’s important to consider the weight of the device and its compatibility with your wall before leaving the store. If you must go ahead with your choice and it doesn’t align with your wall, you might consider a reinforcement for your wall or subscribe to mount the TV set on a stand rather than against the wall.
3) TV Mounts: TV mounts are designed with walls in mind. They fit into different kinds of wall structures, including studs and concrete blocks. If you use the wrong mount against your wall, you could damage it or even destroy it. The TV mount you choose should be the best match for your wall type. Ensure that the mount also fits into the wall stud.
4) Right tools: It is important to use the right tools when mounting your TV against the wall. Some people damage their walls even before the installation is complete because they have used the wrong tool. If you are confused about what tool to use, seek advice from a professional.
In conclusion, you might want to consider mounting your TV on a floor stand to avoid drilling holes into your wall. Using adhesives on your wall can be tricky as adhesives wear off over time and when this happens your TV set will come down crashing, so to avoid this dilemma, consider a floor stand or a cabinet /table stand.