Compare the
options.
Two plain, side-by-side tables — the kinds of mount, and the ways to get one fitted. No brands, no rankings, no "best buy": just the differences, so you can match them to your own situation.
Mount types, side by side.
Mounts differ mostly in how much the screen can move. More movement usually means more cost, more depth from the wall, and a slightly bigger fitting job.
| Mount type | Screen movement | Sits from wall | Typical cost | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed / flush | None — stays flat and still | Very close | Lowest | Screens at eye level, minimal look, tight budgets |
| Tilting | Angles up and down | Close | Low–moderate | Screens mounted higher than eye level; glare control |
| Full-motion (arm) | Swings, tilts & pivots | Extends furthest | Highest | Corners, kitchens, rooms with off-centre seating |
| Ceiling | Drops down; some rotate | Hangs from above | Specialist | Open-plan and commercial spaces with no usable wall |
"Typical cost" refers to the bracket only and is relative between types, not a price quote. Actual prices vary widely by size, weight rating, and materials.
Ways to get one fitted.
Once you have a mount, there are a few general routes to getting it on the wall. They trade cost against convenience, skill, and how much can go wrong.
| Route | Typical cost | Skill needed | Time & effort | Best suited to | Main risk if it goes wrong |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Do it yourself | Lowest — just the mount & tools | Moderate — stud finding, levelling, drilling | An hour or two, plus learning | Simple mounts on solid, known walls | Screen falls or wall is damaged if fixings are wrong |
| Handyperson | Low–moderate | Theirs, not yours | Short visit | Everyday jobs where no cable-hiding is needed | Varies with the individual's experience |
| Professional installer | Higher | Specialist | They handle it end to end | Fireplaces, in-wall cables, heavy or costly screens | Lowest — it's their core trade |
| Retailer install service | Moderate — often an add-on | Theirs | Booked with, or after, purchase | Buying TV and fitting together in one step | Scope and quality can vary by provider |
Cost and quality differ from provider to provider. This table compares the categories of route in general terms; it does not rank or recommend any specific company.
A simple way to narrow it down.
There's no single right answer — the "best" option is the one that matches your wall, your screen, and how much of the work you want to take on. Three questions usually settle it.
How high & where?
Eye-level on a flat wall points to a fixed mount. Up high or off to one side points to tilting or full-motion. No wall at all points to ceiling.
What's the wall?
A solid, well-understood wall keeps every option open, including DIY. An uncertain, masonry, or fireplace wall pushes toward professional help.
Cables hidden?
Happy with a visible or covered cable? Most routes work. Want cables fully inside the wall? That usually means an installer and attention to electrical rules.
Want the background first?
The guide covers what mounting is, how it's used across different rooms, its benefits, and where the parts and help are available.