Pulling your monitor off the desk and onto the wall reclaims six to twelve inches of depth, fixes neck-craning ergonomics, and lets you push your keyboard back where your forearms actually want to rest. The job’s not hard if you’ve got a stud finder and basic patience. Pick the wrong mount or skip the stud check though, and you’re looking at drywall repair plus a dead screen. Here’s the full sequence.
What you’ll need
A VESA-compatible monitor wall mount rated for your screen’s size and weight (more on sizing below). A stud finder. A level. A drill with masonry bits if your wall is brick or concrete, or wood bits for studs. Pencil. Painter’s tape. Phillips and hex screwdrivers (the mount usually ships with the hex set you need). And a second pair of hands for the lift, especially on anything bigger than 27 inches.
Block out 60 to 90 minutes for a first install. Folks who’ve done it before can knock it out in 30. The slow part is measurement and double-checking heights, not the drilling itself.
Step 1: Confirm your monitor’s VESA pattern
Flip the monitor face-down on a soft towel. On the back you’ll see four threaded holes in a square pattern. The spacing between those holes (in millimeters) is your VESA size. Common patterns are 75×75 and 100×100 for monitors up to 27 inches, then 200×200 or larger for 32-inch and bigger displays. Measure center-to-center between adjacent holes. Most monitor specs sheets list this number too.
Some monitors hide the VESA pattern behind a clip-on cover or the stand mount plate. Pop the stand off (usually a single button release) and look again. If you genuinely don’t have VESA holes (some Samsung and LG models skip them), you’ll need a VESA adapter bracket specific to that monitor before you can use any wall mount.
Step 2: Pick the right mount class
Fixed mounts sit the monitor flat against the wall. Cheapest option, but you can’t angle the screen later. Tilt mounts let you angle 10 to 15 degrees down (useful if you mount higher than seated eye level). Full-motion arms swing out and pivot, which is what you want for a daily-driver work setup since you’ll occasionally want to push the screen forward or rotate to portrait.
Weight rating matters more than people think. Check the mount’s spec sheet and confirm it handles at least 1.5x your monitor’s weight (including any speakers, cameras, or light bars clipped on). A 27-inch monitor typically weighs 12 to 18 pounds; a 34-inch ultrawide can hit 25 to 30. Heavy ultrawides need heavy-duty arms with gas springs, not the cheap $30 fixed brackets.
Pros
- Wide 13 to 32 inch compatibility with both common small-panel VESA paterns
- Full motion joints allow portrait rotation for coding or document work
- 21.6 inch extension provides real reach for wall-to-eye positioning
Cons
- Limited owner feedback at time of writing, so long-term sag and drift are unverified
- Not compatible with 1000R, 1500R, or 1800R curved panels common on gaming monitors
- 19.8lbs ceiling rules out heavier 32 inch VA and mini-LED displays near25lbs
The MOUNT PRO Single Monitor Wall Mount is a budget full-motion wall arm targeting 13 to 32 inch flat panels with VESA 75x75 or 100x100 backs. It suits renters and home-office users who want to reclaim desk depth without a clamp-on arm diging into a thin tabletop or a hollow-core door.
The defining feature is reach: a 21.6 inch extension paired with +90° to -45° tilt, 180° swivel, and 360° rotation. That range lets you pull a 24 or 27 inch IPS panel off the wall for cals, then push it flush for typing. Wall arms in this tier typically hold position through friction plus a tensioned spring, and owner reports on similar arms flag periodic retensioning as normal.
Trade-offs are typical at this price. The 19.8lbs ceiling rules out heavier 32 inch VA and mini-LED panels that push22to 27lbs with stands removed, and curved 1000R to 1800R monitors are explicitly excluded. Mounting into drywall alone is not supported; you need a wood stud or the suplied concrete anchor, which limits placement flexibility on interior partition walls.
Buy this if you run a 24 or 27 inch flat IPS panel under 20lbs and need portrait rotation plus real reach on a stud wall. Skip this if your monitor is curved, exceeds 19.8lbs, or your only mount surface is unbacked drywall.
VESA and size window: Supports VESA 75x75m and 100x100mm paterns across 13 to 32 inch flat monitors. Larger 200x100or 200x200 paterns on some 32 inch andultrawide panels are not supported, so verify your rear plate before purchase.
Weight envelope: Load range is 4.4 to 19.8lbs. That covers most 24 and 27 inch IPS gaming monitors, which typically weigh 8 to 15lbs without a stand, but excludes heavier 32 inch VA and mini-LED units that commonly land at 20 to 27lbs stand-off.
Motion range and reach: +90° to -45° tilt, 180° swivel, and 360° rotation with a stated 21.6 inch maximum extension. The 360° rotation covers portrait mode for coding and vertical document review, which not all budget wall arms allow.
Install surface: Rated for wood stud and solid concrete only. Anchors are for concrete; drywall-only installs are explicitly not supported. Assembly is quoted at around 10 minutes with labeled hardware, and the arm includes a detachable cable channel.
Step 3: Locate studs and mark drill points
Drywall alone won’t hold a monitor reliably. The mount has to anchor into wall studs (vertical 2x4s spaced 16 inches apart in most US homes). Run the stud finder horizontally across the wall at the height you plan to mount. Mark the centers of two adjacent studs with pencil. Verify with a small finishing nail or a fresh pinhole, since cheap stud finders sometimes lie.
Hold the mount’s wall plate against the wall. Use a level across the top edge. With the plate horizontal, mark the bolt-hole centers through to the wall. Painter’s tape under each mark catches drywall dust. The top of your monitor should sit roughly at eye level when seated, which means the mount plate’s center typically lands 42 to 48 inches off the floor for a standard desk chair.
Step 4: Drill and anchor the wall plate
For wood studs, pre-drill with a bit one size smaller than your lag bolts. Don’t skip the pilot hole. A 5/16-inch lag bolt driven into solid 2×4 without a pilot will split the stud. Drive the lag bolts through the wall plate into the studs until the plate sits flush. Snug, not crushing-the-drywall snug.
For brick or concrete, swap to a masonry bit matching your wall anchor size. Drill to the depth the anchor specifies, vacuum the dust out of the hole, tap the anchor in flush, then drive the bolts. For drywall-only installs where you can’t hit a stud (avoid if possible), use toggle bolts rated for at least double the monitor’s weight, and limit yourself to fixed mounts. Full-motion arms put leverage on the wall that drywall anchors can’t reliably handle.
Step 5: Attach the VESA bracket to the monitor
Most mounts ship with a separate bracket that bolts to the monitor’s VESA holes. Place the monitor face-down on a soft towel again. Thread the four bolts through the bracket into the monitor, hand-tight first to align everything, then snug each one in a star pattern (top-left, bottom-right, top-right, bottom-left) so the bracket sits evenly. Don’t overtighten. Stripped VESA holes are a nightmare to fix.
Pros
- Extends up to 19.3 inches to reclaim desk depth on shallow surfaces.
- Full articulation with tilt, swivel, and 360 degree rotation for portrait use.
- Detachable VESA plate at 75x75 and 100x100 simplifies mounting and alignment.
- Wall plate rated for both brick and wood stud installation per manufacturer.
Cons
- Limited owner fedback at time of writing, so long-term sag behavior is unclear.
- 22 lbceiling excludes many32 inch VA andultrawide panels above that weight.
- Wall mount only, requires drilling and stud location, not desk-clamp friendly.
The WALI GSWM001 is a budget single-monitor wall mount targeting 17 to 32 inch displays with 75x75m or 100x100mm VESA paterns and a 22 lb weight ceiling. It suits home office users, dorm setups, or secondary display installs where desk space is tight and a wall stud or brick surface is available for anchoring.
The defining feature is the articulating arm, which extends up to 19.3 inches and retracts flush, with +70/-45 degree tilt, +/-90 degree swivel, and full 360 degree rotation for portrait orientation. In practice, this range handles a typical 24 to 27 inch IPS panel and lets a single user reposition for seated, standing, or reading angles without unmounting.
Trade-offs are typical at this tier. The 22 lb capacity rules out heavier 32 inch VA and curved ultrawide panels, and wall mounting requires stud finding, masonry anchors, or lag bolts depending on surface. Public owner feedback is thin, so gas-spring style hold consistency and long-term arm sag cannot be confirmed from reports.
Buy this if you need a low-cost articulating wall mount for a sub-30 inch IPS display on a shallow desk or bedroom setup. Skip this if your monitor exceeds 22 lbs, you lack a solid stud or masonry wall, or you require a heavy-duty gas-spring arm for a 32 inch ultrawide.
VESA and Scren Range: The GSWM001 supports 75x75mm and 100x100mm VESA patterns with a detachable plate, covering the majority of 17 to 32 inch monitors from Dell, LG, ASUS, and AOC. Larger 200x200mm panels and heavier professional displays fall outside this spec.
Weight Capacity: Rated for up to 22 lbs (roughly 10 kg), which fits most 24 to 27 inch IPS and typical 32 inch flat FHD panels. Heavier 32 inch 1440p VA and curved 34 inch ultrawides commonly exceed this, so verify panel weight before purchase.
Articulation Range: Arm extends to 19.3 inches and retracts, with +70/-45 degree tilt, +/-90 degree swivel, and 360 degree rotation for portrait mode. This range covers standing-desk transitions and split coding or document workflows on a single display.
Mounting Surface: Wall plate is specified for brick and wood installation with the included hardware kit. Drywall-only installs without a stud are not suported by the manufacturer, and masonry anchors are required for brick or concrete.
Step 6: Hang the monitor and route cables
This is the two-person part on anything over 24 inches. One person lifts the monitor (with bracket attached), the other guides the bracket onto the wall plate’s hooks or pin. Most mounts use a top-hook design where the bracket slots down over a horizontal bar. Some use bolts you tighten from the side. Follow the mount’s specific instructions here.
Once the monitor’s hung, plug in your DisplayPort or HDMI cable and power lead. Most mounts have a cable channel along the arm. Run cables through it before you lock the arm in place, since fishing them through after the screen is up gets fiddly fast. Leave a service loop (a few inches of slack) at the monitor end so the arm can swing freely without yanking the connections.
Verify it worked
Step back and check level. A monitor that looks 1 degree off on the wall reads way crookeder than the same offset on a desk stand. Adjust with the mount’s tilt and rotate knobs until it sits dead level. Tighten the lock screws.
Sit in your normal chair. Top of the screen should align with your seated eye level, or sit one to two inches below. Distance from your eyes should be roughly arm’s length (20 to 28 inches). Push and pull on the mount to confirm it doesn’t wobble or shift. A solid install moves with the monitor but never feels loose at the wall plate. If you feel any give at the studs, pull the screen and recheck your anchor points before trusting it long-term.
Common questions
Can I wall mount without hitting studs?
Only for light monitors (under 15 pounds) using heavy-duty toggle bolts, and only with fixed mounts. Full-motion arms exert too much leverage for drywall anchors to handle safely. Hit studs whenever possible.
How high should I mount my monitor?
Top of the screen at or slightly below seated eye level. For most folks in a standard office chair, that’s 42 to 48 inches from the floor to the bracket’s center. Sit in your chair before you drill and have someone hold the bracket where you’d like it.
Will mounting damage my monitor?
Not if you use the correct VESA pattern and don’t overtighten the bracket bolts. Stripping the threaded holes is the most common mistake. Stop tightening the moment the bracket sits flush.
Can one mount hold two monitors?
Yes, dual monitor wall mounts exist, but the combined weight needs to fit the mount’s rating and you’ll want anchors in at least two studs. For ultrawides plus a secondary panel, separate single mounts side-by-side often work better than a single dual arm.
