How to Wall Mount a TV (the Hard Way)

Step-by-step instructions for mounting your TV… and why you might want to skip all this and use an Elevationize cabinet instead Let’s be honest: wall-mounting a TV sounds simple. A few screws, a level, maybe a buddy to hold the screen. Easy, right? Sure — if you’re a contractor, a magician, or someone who enjoys anxiety-inducing projects with high odds of drywall damage. But if you’re still game, here’s how to do it the traditional way. Step 1: Choose the Right Mount Full motion? Tilt? Fixed? The options sound helpful but can be overwhelming. Most people choose based on guesswork or what’s on sale. Just make sure it matches your TV size and weight. If you choose wrong, your TV becomes a $1,000 floor decoration. Step 2: Find the Studs You’ll need a stud finder (and no, holding it up to your chest and saying “found one” doesn’t count). Real studs are essential — because drywall alone won’t hold the weight of your TV. Miss a stud, and you’re in disaster territory. Step 3: Mark the Bracket Holes This is where things get tense. Get out the level and measure everything three times. The bracket must be straight, centered, and ideally not over electrical wiring. Use a pencil to mark the holes. Then re-measure again because you’re paranoid. (You should be.) Step 4: Drill Into the Wall Drill pilot holes into the studs — and hope you actually found them. Then bolt the wall plate in securely. If you’re sweating by now, you’re doing it right. Step 5: Attach Brackets to Your TV Lay your TV flat on a soft surface and attach the mounting arms. Follow the instructions exactly — these brackets are the only thing standing between your TV and the floor. Step 6: Lift and Hang the TV This is a two-person job. One of you lifts the TV while the other guides it onto the wall plate. You’ll probably argue about angles and alignment. That’s normal. Step 7: Hide the Wires (or Try To) The dream: sleek, wire-free walls. The reality: a dangling mess unless you invest in in-wall cable kits, conduit covers, or a full-on drywall patch job. Not to mention running power legally requires care — or a licensed electrician. Step 8: Admire Your Work — and Hope It Holds You’ve done it. Maybe. Is it straight? Safe? Centered? Only time (and gravity) will tell. Or You Could Just Use an Elevationize TV Lift Cabinet Let’s recap what you just did:

• Searched for the right mount
• Bought tools or borrowed from that one friend who always reminds you
• Drilled into your wall with moderate fear
• Spent half a day trying to hide wires
• Argued with someone you love
• Still ended up with a sore neck and visible cords

Now, picture this instead: You place an Elevationize cabinet in your room. Plug it in. Press a button. Your TV rises to the perfect height. No drilling. No stress. No mess. When you’re done watching? Press the button again and the screen disappears into the beautifully designed cabinet. No wall damage. No wire chaos. No chiropractor visits. Just sleek, functional style that fits any living space. Mounting your TV manually is an adventure. But Elevationize is the smarter, faster, stress-free choice. We design our cabinets for people who want high-end furniture that hides technology — not headaches. Ready to skip the drill? Explore the Elevationize TV lift cabinet collection today.