Tomasz Wadowski
Welcome to the first part of our new guide series! Soon, more similar content will appear here, and from time to time we will also publish buying guides to help you choose the right equipment. In today's article, we focus on one of the most common questions: at what height to hang the TV? And how to approach it!
Why is the height of mounting a television so important?
Are you wondering at what height your TV should be? Properly chosen mounting height affects viewing comfort, eye and neck health. An inappropriate screen position can lead to discomfort and neck pain. Below you will find the most important guidelines that will help you make the right decision.
Viewer Position
In the living room, we usually watch television in a sitting position. The eye height of an adult person in a chair or on a sofa is approximately 100–110 cm from the floor.
In the bedroom, however, television is watched in a lying or semi-lying position, which requires slightly higher mounting.
Screen Size
The larger the television, the higher it can be mounted without losing viewing comfort.
In the case of 75-inch televisions, the center of the screen will be positioned slightly higher than, for example, in 55-inch models.
Your Preferences
The most important thing is always to adjust the height to individual needs and body structure. If you prefer to watch TV from different points (sofa, chair, floor), you can choose a mount with an adjustable tilt angle.
General rules and guidelines
Center of the screen at eye level
This is a classic rule. Measure at what height your eyes are when watching television and place the center of the screen there. In case of significant differences in preferences among household members, a compromise can also be made by hanging the TV a bit higher or lower.
Distance from the floor
Many of you are asking: “How high should the TV be from the floor?” or “At what height to hang the television?” For cinema effect, this is about 60 cm from the bottom edge of the TV, so it is a range of 90-120 cm from the floor to the centre of the screen depending on which size you buy.
Below is a table with the approximate distance from the floor to the center of the screen based on the size of the television
TV Size | Recommended mounting height (from floor to center of screen) | Distance between the floor and the bottom edge of the TV set |
|---|---|---|
43 inches | 88 - 93 cm | 60 cm |
50 inches | 92–96 cm | 60 cm |
55 inches | 95–100 cm | 60 cm |
65 inches | 100–105 cm | 60 cm |
75 inches | 105–110 cm | 60 cm |
85 inches | 110–115 cm | 60 cm |
98 inches and more | 120–125 cm | 60 cm |
These values are approximate and depend on the height of the sofa, chairs, or bed. In the case of a bedroom, the television can be mounted a bit higher to improve viewing comfort when lying down.
At what height should you mount a TV in the bedroom?
If you plan to watch TV in the bedroom, remember that the TV is usually mounted higher than in the living room. When lying down, the eyes are at a different height than when sitting, so the optimal solution is around 110–130 cm from the floor to the center of the screen. This setup will provide you with a comfortable viewing experience in bed, without excessive bending of the head.
How to properly mount a television on the wall?
Check the wall's load-bearing capacity
Before you determine at what height to mount the television, make sure that your wall (e.g., drywall) is strong enough or use appropriate anchors.
Precise measure the mounting location
Measure the distance from the floor to the planned center of the screen, taking into account the furniture you will be using while watching (sofa, bed, armchairs).
Ensure it's level
Use a level and measuring tape to make sure the television is hung evenly. This will ensure the picture looks aesthetically pleasing and the TV is not tilted.
Conceal the cables
You can use cable covers or run the cables inside the wall. This is not only an aesthetic solution but also improves user safety.
Choose the right mount
So what kind of mount should you choose for the television?
Which mount to buy for the TV? Types of mounts and their applications
Choosing a mount for the TV is an important decision that affects viewing comfort and the aesthetics of the room. Depending on the needs, you can choose a fixed, tilting, rotating, or ceiling mount, and a key parameter to check before purchasing is the VESA standard.
Types of TV mounts:
What is the VESA standard and how to check it?
The VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) standard specifies the mounting hole spacing on the back of the television. It can be checked in the television's specifications or by measuring the distance between the mounting holes – given in millimeters (e.g., 200x200 mm, 400x400 mm). To choose the appropriate bracket, simply ensure that its specifications include the given VESA standard and that its maximum load corresponds to the weight of the television.
We hope that these tips will make it easier for you to decide how high to mount your TV. Remember that not only the comfort of viewing is important, but also the suitability of the installation to your interior. More guides like this will be available soon, and from time to time we will also post shopping guides that will help you choose the most suitable equipment.
In the next post, we will take a look at the optimal distances between the TV and the sofa, and we will advise you on how to choose the screen size for your room. Check back with us regularly so you don't miss out on the next tips!
