When to Get a Lift Mechanism vs. a Wall Mount for Your Flat Screen

Now that you have your new flat screen television, the question remains: should you use a flat TV wall mount to display it, or make use of lift mechanisms? There are pros and cons to both TV lifts and wall mounts which we’ll look at here.

TV Lifts

TV lifts utilize lift mechanisms, usually remote controlled, to bring your television out for viewing when you want it.

Pros:

• Keeps your TV safer than a flat TV wall mount.  When using lift mechanisms, your television is completely concealed when it’s not in use. This keeps it away from small children, anyone clumsy and even someone breaking into your home.
• Saves wall space. You have more room to hang art and family photographs when you free up space through the use of TV lifts.
• Great for the bedroom. Experts say hiding your TV away with lift mechanisms provides better quality sleep.

Cons:

• Quite a bit more expensive than a flat TV wall mount. A flat TV wall mount is sure to save you money in comparison with TV lifts.
• Not ideal for every room. Some rooms simply don’t have the space to install lift mechanisms.

Wall Mounts

A flat TV wall mount can be stationary, tilting or may even swivel. It is one of the most popular choices for displaying a flat screen television.

Pros:

• Much more affordable than TV lifts. Many televisions nowadays are even sold with wall mounts when you purchase them.
• All you need is wall space. Some lift mechanisms are placed in pieces of furniture, which is just another thing taking up space in a room. A flat TV wall mount is great for smaller areas.
• Not as invasive to install as some TV lifts. Often, people want to place lift mechanisms inside walls, ceilings, or floors, meaning extra construction is needed.

Cons:

• Doesn’t conceal the television. Many people utilize TV lifts because they want the television out of sight when it’s not in use.
• Isn’t as aesthetically pleasing. Plenty of people just love the look of TV lifts. They look almost futuristic in a way and give your home a streamlined appearance.

As you can see, there are positives and negatives to both flat TV wall mounts and lift mechanisms. Have a look at the options at Inca TV Lifts to help you decide which is right for you.