Mounting TV

bigblue7292 · 09-19-2009, 08:48 PM

I just bought a 50inches lcd tv. I am sitting 16 feet away from the tv, how high should i mount my tv on the wall

Stew4HD · 09-21-2009, 04:25 AM

The recommended mounting height is about 48" to the center. I recommend using a cardboard cutout (from thebox the TV came in) and using that as your guide. I have mounted many TVs varying in height, depending on what's most comfortable for the viewer, from 48" to 7' up from the floor.

It's really a personal preference but you want the TV mounted so that it keeps your head and neck in a comfortable position while watching from your favorite viewing spot.

ErinDavis · 09-25-2009, 08:34 PM

I agree. It is a lot of work mounting a big tv. The last thing you want to do is put it up and realize your neck hurts from watching it. I often get come duct tape and make a border where the TV will be and then have my customers sit on thier couch or chairs and make sure they are sure right where they want it!

mytime · 09-25-2009, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ErinDavis

I agree. It is a lot of work mounting a big tv. The last thing you want to do is put it up and realize your neck hurts from watching it. I often get come duct tape and make a border where the TV will be and then have my customers sit on thier couch or chairs and make sure they are sure right where they want it!

Duct tape? Doesn't that take the paint off with it?

Stew4HD · 09-29-2009, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by mytime

Duct tape? Doesn't that take the paint off with it?

I use that cheap blue paint masking tape for that purpose at times.

09-19-2009, 08:48 PM	#1
bigblue7292 What is HD? Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 1	Mounting TV I just bought a 50inches lcd tv. I am sitting 16 feet away from the tv, how high should i mount my tv on the wall

09-21-2009, 04:25 AM	#2
Stew4HD High Definition is the definition of life. Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 9,068	The recommended mounting height is about 48" to the center. I recommend using a cardboard cutout (from thebox the TV came in) and using that as your guide. I have mounted many TVs varying in height, depending on what's most comfortable for the viewer, from 48" to 7' up from the floor. It's really a personal preference but you want the TV mounted so that it keeps your head and neck in a comfortable position while watching from your favorite viewing spot. __________________ ___________________________________

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09-25-2009, 08:34 PM	#3
ErinDavis My plasma is High Def. Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 7	I agree. It is a lot of work mounting a big tv. The last thing you want to do is put it up and realize your neck hurts from watching it. I often get come duct tape and make a border where the TV will be and then have my customers sit on thier couch or chairs and make sure they are sure right where they want it!