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Home projectors are great fun, especially if you’re trying to take your movie nights to thenext level. However, they’re pretty useless without a way to mount them to your wall or ceiling, unless you happen to own one of those rolling projector stands from grade school. If you’re looking to mount your projector but are not sure which to use or which product will work best with your specific projector, we have some suggestions.
What Are the Best Projector Mounts?
No matter the size or style of your projector, your mount should be easy to install, adjustable, attractive, strong enough to hold your equipment, and compatible with your ceiling materials. Here is what to look for.
Installation: Mounts that are more or less universal have drill holes and other attachment mechanisms in a variety of placements to suit a variety of projectors. They also come with all the hardware necessary for whatever attachment style you need. One installation and design feature we really love are those with easy attach and detach mechanisms so you can remove and reinstall your projector easily as needed. But before you do anything, make sure the mount you want is physically capable of attaching to your ceiling. In many cases, normal drywall is not strong enough to secure the mount.
Weight: Most mounts can hold up to around 30 pounds, but be sure to double check the weight of the projector.
Adjustable: We look for mounts that can be widely adjusted for angle and distance from the ceiling. Some include additional arms or mounts for a wider range of placement options.
Appearance: Assuming this is going inside your home, you don’t want a big clunky piece of machinery that distracts from your otherwise primo home theater. We like clean white or black colors, mounts that lie flush to the ceiling, and minimalist design elements.
