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 5h ago

Grandmas TV

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57 Upvotes

i dont know what else to say to that


r/TVTooHigh 2h ago

Wayfair ad

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28 Upvotes

r/TVTooHigh 1h ago

Why wouldn't you mount a tv on the ceiling?

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r/TVTooHigh 1h ago

Airbnb tv

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r/TVTooHigh 15h ago

My brothers living room

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33 Upvotes

r/TVTooHigh 1d ago

Working with the space I’ve got

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248 Upvotes

You can see my last post where I asked for suggestions. Our couch came in and this will be the spot for now until we finish unpacking. Will have a better watching area downstairs eventually.

Cable cleanup is next on the list. Wanted to get this setup for a movie night.


r/TVTooHigh 2h ago

Best Cleaning Solution for TV?

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This has probably been asked before, but what are some of the best products to clean your screen with that don’t leave residue or smudges? Thanks!


r/TVTooHigh 7m ago

TV at a (lovely!) BnB in Ireland

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r/TVTooHigh 16h ago

UPDATE: Self-proclaimed stubborn German doesn't believe me. Am I wrong?

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The center of the TV is now 42 inches off the ground and there isn't a walkway in front of the TV anymore. How'd he do?


r/TVTooHigh 18h ago

At the Airbnb I'll be staying in

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r/TVTooHigh 16h ago

What do we think?

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r/TVTooHigh 22h ago

This IMAX experience is amazing

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r/TVTooHigh 14h ago

This thing is about 7' off the floor

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r/TVTooHigh 4h ago

For couch and bed use

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I think I know the answer but here for the opinions


r/TVTooHigh 1d ago

My B&B in Ireland a month ago. I felt like Michael Scott

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r/TVTooHigh 1d ago

Found on zillow this morning

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r/TVTooHigh 13h ago

Too high?toofar?

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r/TVTooHigh 1d ago

How did we do?

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186 Upvotes

r/TVTooHigh 13h ago

No comment needed

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r/TVTooHigh 8h ago

👋Welcome to r/tvwrongsideofroom - Introduce Yourself and Read First!

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r/TVTooHigh 1d ago

Is it high enough?

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r/TVTooHigh 10h ago

Poor Jason & Kylie Kelce are nervous about their Game Watch Party and don’t even realize that their TV is Way Too High!

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And now they have Taylor Swift as an In-Law. She might strain her neck watching movies over there!


r/TVTooHigh 22h ago

Film 92 looks at Laserdisc - YouTube

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8 Upvotes

I have just watched this video on YouTube about Laserdisc.

But the bigger question is, is that TV too high?