Every house seems to have one of those debates that never really gets settled. Ours, at the moment, is whether we should put a TV on the dining room wall.
I’m firmly in the “absolutely not” camp as I love how relaxing that room is right now.
We already have a wall-mounted TV in the living room and that’s enough for me. I quite like having one room in the house where we actually sit and chat over tea without the temptation to have something on in the background. Austin, however, sees a perfectly good blank wall and immediately starts picturing another screen. 😂
It did get me thinking though because, despite my refusal to have one in the dining room, I do quite fancy having a TV in our bedroom.
The only problem is that our bedroom layout isn’t exactly TV-friendly.
There isn’t really a suitable wall directly opposite the bed, so if we do eventually get one, it would probably need some sort of ceiling-mounted or extending bracket rather than a standard wall mount. It’s one of those jobs that’s definitely on the “one day” list rather than something we’ll be tackling anytime soon.
It also made me realise just how many different types of TV brackets there actually are. Until recently, I’d assumed you either bolted it to the wall or put it on a stand. It turns out there’s a lot more to think about.
It’s Not Just About Hanging A TV On The Wall
Choosing the right bracket depends on your room just as much as your television.
If you’re mounting onto a solid brick wall then a standard fixed bracket might be all you need. If your seating position isn’t directly in front of the TV, a swivel or full-motion bracket can make a huge difference. And for awkward room layouts like ours, there are ceiling-mounted options that can work surprisingly well.
Companies such as Vogel’s have a huge range of TV wall brackets, from simple fixed designs to more flexible options that let you tilt, swivel or even mount a television from the ceiling, depending on your space.
Think About How You Actually Watch TV
It’s easy to get caught up in how something will look, but it’s worth thinking about how you’ll actually use it.
For us, the living room TV is where we watch films together, so having it mounted neatly on the wall makes perfect sense and frees up floor space.
The bedroom would be different. I’d mainly use it when Austin’s working nights and I’m having a cosy evening with a box set, so flexibility would probably be more important than making it sit completely flush against the wall.
The dining room? Well… you’ll have to ask me again in a year’s time. I still think one TV in the house is enough! 😂
Whether you’re planning your first wall-mounted television or replacing an existing setup, it’s worth spending a little time choosing the right bracket for both your TV and your room. The right one can make your space feel tidier, give you a better viewing angle and even open up possibilities if your layout is a bit unconventional.
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