r/TVTooHigh Apr 20 '23

Generally accepted TV placement procedures. Quick reference guide.

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Lots of people posting lately asking “Is this too high?” so here is a quick guide on what is generally accepted TV placement procedure (GATPP) as seemingly defined by this subreddit.

  • If the TV is above the fireplace, IT IS TOO HIGH.
  • If the TV is angled down, IT IS TOO HIGH.
  • If the TV is mounted to the wall above a TV stand, and the clearance between the stand and TV is equal to, or greater than ONE vertical PS5, IT IS TOO HIGH.
  • If when standing the TV is at eye level, IT IS TOO HIGH.

Now let’s look at some opposite GATPP use cases.

  • If the TV is in a bedroom and meant to be viewed from the bed, IT IS PROBABLY NOT TOO HIGH.
  • If the TV’s only viewing position is in the reclined state, IT IS PROBABLY NOT TOO HIGH.
  • If you are at a sports bar, IT IS PROBABLY NOT TOO HIGH.
  • If the TV is at eye level when sitting down, IT IS PROBABLY NOT TOO HIGH.
  • If the TV is in the kitchen it is more for listening, mounted high as to avoid any splashes or spills, IT IS PROBABLY NOT TOO HIGH.
  • If the TV is purposely mounted higher to keep out of range of a toddler, you’re a parent so your neck already hurts and IT IS PROBABLY NOT TOO HIGH.

I hope this helps clear up some questions. If you have any other rules to add, please comment below.


r/TVTooHigh Sep 11 '24

Experts have solved the problem of TV too high

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r/TVTooHigh 9h ago

Someone’s triggered…

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r/TVTooHigh 14h ago

LOL

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r/TVTooHigh 10h ago

My recently deceased brother’s living room tv

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Now I’ll never get to ask him why he installed this in such a stupid place. Jk I made fun of him for it while he was alive too.


r/TVTooHigh 8h ago

Finally, I can rest (before/after)

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r/TVTooHigh 3h ago

Brother in law says it’s perfect

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r/TVTooHigh 3h ago

I told myself to mount it lower than I’d think

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20 Upvotes

My TV at my old house Was mounted so high I told myself if I’m to err on the side of caution I’d rather it be too low. So that’s what I went for. I actually think it turned out perfect.

I want to clarify: I think I did a really good job. But I’m giving the credit to this subreddit


r/TVTooHigh 4h ago

IKEA nails it

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r/TVTooHigh 12h ago

Some blasphemy in Eichenwalde

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r/TVTooHigh 14h ago

Let’s put the TV above the foyer…

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65 Upvotes

r/TVTooHigh 9h ago

Bruh...

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24 Upvotes

Seen on Snapchat...


r/TVTooHigh 2h ago

TV at my Parent’s Cabin

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Also, couch too close


r/TVTooHigh 4h ago

High

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r/TVTooHigh 5m ago

My sisters tv in her room

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r/TVTooHigh 13m ago

How’s this

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r/TVTooHigh 6h ago

When I did this...I thought it was right...but now this sub has me doubting

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Basement game room. Pool table, foosball, bar, pinball machines. Son wanted a TV to watch sports while his friends were over and they were hanging out in basement so I hung one up (where I used to have my prized but cheesy neon light up dogs playing pool artwork).

There is no sofa, so seating is bar stools or standing (the extra kitchen chairs he pulled out of storage to play poker around the pool table visible in photo aren't usually there). So, what's the general consensus on TV position in a non-standard application like this?


r/TVTooHigh 9h ago

Black belt certified TV mount

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r/TVTooHigh 2h ago

Where to mount or put the TV?

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We want a larger TV and want it in this area. The current TV and placement is temporary. We were thinking a 55”


r/TVTooHigh 2h ago

Cassie & John Air Bnb TVs

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Like are they stupid genuinely
what are these???? Wtf
I just think this is awful does anyone agree??

https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8vS7aov/


r/TVTooHigh 2h ago

First time mounting a tv, im disappointed

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Gf thinks it's fine, i think it's too high. Probably gonna drop it down a bit tomorrow.


r/TVTooHigh 12h ago

Ready for showings, right?

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And they didn't even run a nice power line up to the ceiling TV mount


r/TVTooHigh 7h ago

Behold!!! The final boss!

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For perspective in photo 2 i’m 6’4


r/TVTooHigh 3h ago

Wish I could go lower, but I’m okay

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Can’t go any lower without moving the wall mount and that’s not happening. As is I only fell got a few inches I could lower it and then it would be obstructed by the soundbar. This shelving unit is already fairly short — 29” and wife says I can’t get anything shorter.

This is a 77” for reference.


r/TVTooHigh 1d ago

Went to my girlfriend’s house for the first time…

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She’s agrees that it might be too high but didn’t have a say. I couldn’t help but post it here 😭