Blog · 6 October 2026
Wall-mounting a BESTÅ TV unit: what to check
A floating TV unit looks sleek, but it only hangs well if the wall, the fixings and the height are right.
A BESTÅ unit hangs from a mounting rail that you screw to the wall. Whether that is safe depends on the wall: concrete and brick carry the most, while a plasterboard wall needs special anchors or extra reinforcement. Hang the unit level, allow for sockets and cables, and do not load it beyond what IKEA specifies. Several units side by side must hang in one line, otherwise every millimetre of difference shows.
The wall first
Knock on the wall and listen for what is behind it. A solid concrete or brick wall is the simplest. With a plasterboard or hollow wall, the fixing must go into the frame or use cavity wall anchors. If you are unsure, placing the unit on legs or a base frame is the safe choice.
Also check where pipes and wires run. Directly above and below a socket there is often a cable in the wall.
The right height
When you sit on the sofa, viewing is most comfortable when the centre of the screen is roughly at eye level. The unit usually ends up 25 to 40 cm below that. Mark the height with masking tape first and sit on the sofa before you drill.
Cables and equipment
- Decide in advance where the power strip goes: in the unit or behind it.
- Use the cut-outs in the back panel for the cables.
- Leave space for ventilation around an amplifier or games console.
- If the TV is also wall-mounted, hide the cables in a cable trunking.
Having it hung for you
Hanging a row of BESTÅ units neatly and level is precise work, especially on a wall that is not perfectly flat. On the page about BESTÅ assembly you can read how we do it.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Can a BESTÅ unit be hung on a plasterboard wall?
Sometimes, with the right cavity wall anchors or by fixing into the frame. If in doubt, placing it on the floor is safer. We assess the wall on site.
How high should I hang a floating TV unit?
Usually so that the top sits 25 to 40 cm below the centre of the screen. Try out the height first with masking tape.
How much does it cost to hang a BESTÅ unit?
The price starts from € 79 and depends on the number of units, the doors and drawers and the type of wall. You get a fixed price in advance.
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