ML531BE TV Wall Mount for most 22"-55" LED LCD Plasma Flat Screen - up to 88 lb VESA 400x400 mm with Full Motion Swivel Articulating Arm, 20 in Extension, for Monitor (Black) WP5

*UPDATE 11-10-11* Apparently the design and sale of this mount has changed since my original review. It's now easier to install, and comes with an HDMI cable and level. Otherwise, most of my review still stands. I was planning to make my own TV mount because all the affordable ones were so cheaply made. That was until I stumbled on this one for $25. Wow, was I surprised when it arrived! Very nicely double-boxed and packaged extremely well. Then the construction is quality all the way, right down to the chrome-plated nuts, screws and bushings. This mount was manufactured and boxed as if it were a high-dollar item. It only took about 15 minutes to have my 37" LG firmly hanging on the wall. Oh, and I did it all by myself. I can't comment on the mount-to-TV screws because my LG already provided them. And I did use my own 5/16" flat washers on 2 of the lag screws since none were included, but that's just my preference. I highly recommend this mount, I would have been happy to pay double for such quality. Now, as usual, many of the reviews here are misleading: *Dismiss all reviews that talk about adjacent studs, or difficulties getting screws to grab at an angle. This thing BOLTS TO A SINGLE WALL STUD VERY EASILY! Just like what's shown on the instruction sheet, you simply screw 3 of the lag screws down the center of the mount. That's all that's needed, the other holes are just a bonus for more complicated setups. DO NOT PUT 6 OR 7 LAGS INTO A STUD! You will probably shred or weaken it. Crash goes your TV while ripping a chunk of 2x4 through your drywall. *Dismiss the reviews that mention short lag screws. They are 2", that's a depth of almost 1 1/2" into the stud after going through 1/2" drywall and the mount. If you drilled roughly 3/16" to 1/4" diameter pilot holes and didn't over-tighten your lags, it should be fine. I've mounted mine twice now, using the same (provided) lags. *I have no idea where this review came from that complains about an adjustment knob getting in the way. My mount doesn't have any kind of knob on it whatsoever, perhaps they are commenting on a different model. There's a tilt adjustment, but it uses a wrench and doesn't protrude anywhere. The ONLY BAD PART I'VE FOUND is that cheap stamped sheet-metal wrench to tighten the tilt mechanism. No problem, I just used my own 13mm wrench instead. *Yes, the mount can be somewhat stiff. Like another reviewer stated, just lubricate it. I used a few drops of 3-In-1 Oil in the joints. *And bad reviews from people who didn't research or check to see if their TV or monitor is VESA compliant. That also includes the ones who didn't check to see if the mounting plate will block off their inputs. The plate is about 8 1/2" square, it shouldn't be that hard to see if you'll have a conflict. Besides, in the description it says, "Please make sure what mount your TV needs before you place order. If you are not sure, please send us a message. We will check for you." So they are giving a nice product bad reviews because they simply didn't read the description. *Then all the complaints of trying to hold the TV to the mount while installing the screws. If you look at the pictures on Amazon you'll see the center screw hole is a "keyhole". 1. Hold the mount to the wall and mark the 3 hole locations on the wall. On the center keyhole you want to only mark the narrow slot at the top. 2. Drill (3) 3/16" holes. 3. Install center screw into the stud, but leave a small gap between the head and the drywall, you can even use the mount to test whether the slot in the "keyhole" passes behind the head. 4. Lay your TV face-down on a safe place like a mattress or a table with a comforter over it. Place the mount over the back of the TV and install screws. 5. Position the mount so the wall mounting plate is reasonably close to the TV and as close to center as possible, and simply hang it on the wall to the center lag screw through the keyhole. That should help with the weight while you screw the top lag in, then the bottom. Don't tighten anything completely until all 3 screws are in, then make sure it's level or plumb. That's it. This is an inexpensive, very well built product that solves a simple problem. I'll be ordering more for my PC monitors and future customers ASAP.

Good piece of Kit

Good product, good price, good delivery.

I purchased this product on my phone while standing in front of a similar item in WalMart, which was priced at $80. I decided to take a shot, and boy, was it a good move! Item arrived a day earlier than scheduled, which is always a nice surprise. Directions were straight-forward, and tools required were what I consider to be common...my husband and I build/remodel houses, so we have a lot of tools, but I would imagine pretty much everyone has a drill and a ratchet set. I didn't have the recommended 5/32 drill bit, but I used the smallest I had, which was 1/4" (barely smaller than the large screws), and it worked just fine - I just didn't drill as deeply into the stud. There are A LOT of screws/washer/bolts provided. Don't be intimidated by the number of pieces - you won't use the majority of them. The manufacturer included enough to cover a broad spectrum of TV brands, which I think is great, and they are pretty clearly labeled in the instructions and on the bags. I needed three screws and washers for the wall mount, 8 nuts and bolts for the bracket extensions, and four bolts and washers to secure it to the TV. Not once did I use the wrong size by accident. It's very simple, and just tossed the rest of the pieces I didn't use. A lot of reviews mention the quality of the screws provided. I found them to be of similar quality to those I've used on store-bought mounts in the past, and had no problems installing the mount on the wall. They tightened up nicely and I had no concerns about them breaking, or their ability to hold up my 42" TV. The little level provided isn't quite as accurate as some I already own (the bubble is smaller), so I used my own, but if it was the only option it would definitely suffice. The most time consuming part of the install was determining how to orient the bracket on the back of the TV with the extensions...the measurements in the instructions are in mm, so I did a quick conversion (thanks Google), to get me in the ballpark, and then tried a few different ways of lining up the holes, but once I got it, it was a piece of cake. It probably took over 5 minutes, but most of that was because I had the unsolicited help of my two-year old, and she insisted that she was a great helper :-) As soon as the bracket was secured to the back of the TV (hand-tightened with a Phillips-head screwdriver), I was able to mount the TV on to the bracket with no help. It latched right on and I installed the last two screws to keep it in place, but I didn't have to hold the weight while I did it. Just used my other hand to steady it, but again, no concerns about it falling. On completion of the install, I immediately began testing out the different ways to adjust the TV on the mount, and I was thrilled. Of all the mounts we have purchased for MUCH more money than this, this one had the best range of motion. Side to side, tilting up and down, tilting left to right so the TV isn't crooked when you swing it from one side to the other. It was awesome. I started with it pointing toward the couch, but when I needed to do some dishes, I swung it the other way and gave it a little tilt to level it out again - it was a piece of cake. Screws are tight and the whole thing is stable. You really can't beat it regardless, but the price makes this a no-brainer. Definitely worth a few extra days of propping the TV up on our chaise lounge while we waited for this to get here, to save over $50 and have it work as well as it does. You also can't top the simplicity of the install. I'm pretty good with tools, but I didn't need to be for this...my husband said he would help me when he got home, but the TV was already hanging on the wall when he got there. If I ever need to wall-mount another TV, I will absolutely be clicking "Buy Again".

No Issues, works great with my 32" TV