If you are mounting your TV above the average eye level (42 inches), you’ll want to invest in a TV wall mount that tilts down to improve picture quality. Fortunately, most mounts can tilt and pivot.

Speaking of installation, while the mount comes with all the mounting hardware (we're talking lag bolts, spacers, and various sized screws for different TV brands), you'll definitely want a second ...

Fit the TV onto the mount. Attach the mounting hardware on the back of the TV to the mounting hardware secured to the wall. Do not yet tighten everything firmly as you will now make final adjustments.

Mounting a power strip or some other electronic doodad? Use a piece of masking tape to align the mounting holes with your wall screws, and everything will line up perfectly.