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When it comes to designing your home, it's not just about picking out good furniture to go with lovely artwork and pillows. As it turns out, everyone will have to make some hard choices. The height at which the television should be installed is one of the most essential aspects. So, now that you've opted to install your TV, you'll need to figure out how high a floating tv units should be.

 

Size	Width	Height	Area
32″	27.9″ in 70.9 cm	15.7″ in 39.9 cm	437 in2 0.283 m2
37″	32.2″ in 81.8 cm	18.1″ in 46 cm	585 in2 0.376 m2
42″	36.6″ in 93 cm	20.6″ in 52.3 cm	754 in2 0.487 m2
46″	40.1″ in 101.9 cm	22.5″ in 57.2 cm	904 in2 0.582 m2
50″	43.6″ in 110.7 cm	24.5″ in 62.2 cm	1068 in2 0.689 m2
55″	47.9″ in 121.7 cm	27″ in 68.6 cm	1293 in2 0.835 m2
60″	52.3″ in 132.8 cm	29.4″ in 74.7 cm	1538 in2 0.992 m2
65″	56.7″ in 136.4 cm	31.9″ in 81 cm	1805 in2 1.105 m2
70″	61.1″ in 155.2 cm	34.4″ in 87.4 cm	2102 in2 1.356 m2
75″	65.4″ in 166.1 cm	36.8″ in 93.5 cm	2407 in2 1.553 m2

 

 

 

 

What is the ideal height of floating tv units?

The recommended height for floating television units is 42 inches, although the best viewing angle is dictated by the height of the seats and sofas. When you're sitting, check your eye level to make sure the TV's main section isn't blocking your view. Experts recommend keeping the center of your television at eye level when you're sitting. However, this is dependent on your height. As a result, this may vary from person to person.

 

Then, what should the height of a floating tv units be?

According to the basic requirements, floating televisions must be a certain height. The average height of a floating TV stand is 36 to 42 inches above the ground. This gives room for floating TV cabinets as well as a reasonable distance from the surface to prevent unintentional banging.

A 42-inch television should be placed around 55 inches from the ground to the TV center, and a 55-inch television should be placed about sixty inches, and so on.

 

Getting the chair ready to recline

You may need to lift your TV if you wish to recline. The viewing angle should not be more than fifteen degrees below or above the screen's center. According to a well-known cinema certification program, if your television is mounted too high, the important elements and quality will be altered.

 

Are you trying to figure out where the television's center is? We have the answer. Another method for determining where the television's center should be is to sit on the couch, close your eyes, and point to the center of your view. Now repeat the process until you've established a suitable average, and you'll know where the TV's center should be.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mounting the TV on a Fireplace

Furniture and the fireplace impact the height at which a television must be mounted. Most manufacturers, on the other hand, advise against placing your television near a fireplace. Electrical wires in televisions are delicate and can be damaged if they become too hot.

 

Floating TV Units in the Living Room

When it comes to installing a TV in your entertainment area, the laws are a little different. Because most of the time will be spent standing, the TV's center should be roughly 60 inches above the ground. That's about the same height as the artwork shown in museums and galleries for best viewing.

 

What are the benefits of floating tv units?

 

From health to comfort, there are various advantages to mounting a television.You can sit back and relax while watching.The first thing we look for is comfort. The viewing angle influences your enjoyment, but it can also cause neck and back problems as a result of poor posture. In that situation, a floating tv unit with an amount allows you to adjust the height and angle to meet the layout of your room.A feature that can be adjusted is included in some versions. After the display has been placed, you can adjust the height to change the size. For families with members of varied heights, this is a useful tool.

 

Enhanced security

Although it may be difficult to believe, flat-screen televisions are particularly prone to collapsing and can crash with hundreds of pounds of force. It is, however, a problem that can be solved. A floating tv unitsattached to the entertainment unit's study basis solves the problem.

 

Enhance your health

The more we rely on electronic devices to simplify our daily tasks and job activities, the more we have health concerns about our posture and vision.You'll have an acceptable viewing distance and a nice height to watch the television if you place it on the wall. It may be adjusted to any position you wish, giving the apartment the pleasure we all desire.

 

 

 

TVs, like all other technical devices, are evolving and changing at a rapid pace. They're now more vibrant, energetic, attractive, and, for the first time, actually significant than they were only a few years ago. Because of the accessories and sizes, they appear to be more prominent, necessitating more space in our rooms.Floating TV units allow you to position your tv at a better angle for better viewing. Some furniture-mounted tv are lower or higher than your eye level, while wall-mounted televisions are at eye level, preventing eye strain and neck sprain.

 

Elegant

Because the television is frequently the focal point of the room, you'll need a storage and organization solution that blends in with the rest of your furniture while also creating a strong style statement.

 

The simplicity of the floating tv units are combined with the extra storage of the entertainment center in a floating tv units.

 

Minimalist or Maximalist

A practical technique to establish a balance between the shelves and your floating tv units is to place two shelves above and one below your TV.If you prefer a more minimalist approach, a single shelf beneath your TV is the ideal way to give a slight burst of visual interest.

 

Adding Accents to Your Floating TV Units

Decorating:

Books are fantastic for adding height, and when topped off with a small accent item like a miniature plant or a glittering agate or geode, they provide a nice "completed" impression.Not only is it more convenient to take care of these objects all at once, but the floating tv units mimics the appearance of floating shelves, elevating the aesthetics of your shelf configuration to new heights.We understand that floating tv units may appear to be a daunting task, but if you can install floating shelves, mounting a TV shouldn't be too difficult for you – and it only takes 30 minutes!

 

Height, Distance, Cord Hiding, and More for Floating TV Units

As a designer and self-proclaimed decorating fanatic, it hurts me to acknowledge that adorning your house entails more than just choosing wonderful furniture to complement lovely paintings and pillows.

 

 

 

It turns out that everyone must make some practical decisions. One of the most important considerations is the height at which a television should be mounted. Allow me to clarify if you're debating whether or not to install it at all: mounted TVs always look a thousand times better and make your home look polished. As a result, mount, mount, mount.So, now that you've made the wise decision to mount your tally, you'll be faced with a slew of questions: how high should it go? And where are you going? Oh, and what about the cords; how can you get rid of them?

That's why I'm here today to explain it. So buckle up as we delve into how high to install a TV, the unit beneath it, how to hide cords, and much more.Oh, and if you want to decorate around the screen once it's up, see this guide on how to decorate around floating television sets.

 

1. Take care of the cords first.

Before we talk about how high a floating tv unitsshould be mounted in your living room, consider everything that plugs into it and what you'll do with the cords. Nobody wants to see a power board with cables all over it, so let's avoid it like a drunk uncle at Christmas.If you have the funds, hire an electrician to run all of your HDMI cables and other cables from your TV's location through the wall to your set-top box, gaming consoles, and other devices below.They can also install a power outlet and an antenna outlet just beneath the new floating television units. This hides everything, and all you have to worry about now is keeping things tidy where they hook into your gadgets and behind the TV. If you choose the appropriate mount, the tally should hide that (more on that below).

Cable concealers are a good solution if you can't run your cords through the wall. They hide your wires and stick to the wall, at the very least keeping things tidy. Look for one that complements the hue of your wall paint.Don't have any plug-in devices? You can add an electrical outlet below the floating television units, as shown in the image above from Sanus. Are there any wires visible? That is the concept. This design is perfect for a room where you need to maximize space or if you're a minimalist.

 

1. Now it's time to calculate height

The size and resolution of your floating tv units, how far away you generally sit from it, and personal preference all go into how high you should mount it.

 

The Size of Your Television Is Important

In the world of televisions, size matters. Isn't it true that you want to be able to see what you're watching? Bigger isn't always better, contrary to common assumption (and what the salesperson may tell you).There's a lot of math involved in establishing the ideal distance, and it gets even more convoluted when we consider whether your TV is Standard Definition, HD, or Ultra HD. When it comes to your TV, definition or resolution refers to the number of dots (pixels) that make up the screen. A greater resolution equates to more pixels, which should result in a crisper image.

 

Are we on the same page?

That's great, because now you'll have to think about how far you'll be from the floating tv units while choosing a size and resolution. The lower the resolution, the further you must sit away from the screen to avoid noticing all those pixels. You want to focus on the most recent renovation show, not on all the individual dots that make up the image, right?

Consider it like a painting: if you stand too far back, you won't be able to fully appreciate it; if you stand too close, you'll be admiring the brush strokes but won't be able to see the entire picture.The size and resolution of your screen go hand in hand with your distance from the TV when watching it. To keep things simple, the closer you sit to the screen, the better. However, unless your TV is mounted on a bracket that allows you to slant it downwards, you will need to sit further back to see it properly.

 

Individual Preferences

TLC Interiors mounts televisions for clients at a lower cost than other designers. We're not attempting to deceive ourselves into believing we're in a movie theater. And most of the living rooms we design lack reclining seats (but if you're looking for one, check out our list of the top recliners on the market).When sat on the couch, the midpoint of your floating tv sets should be somewhat higher than eye level.

 

How High Should a Floating TVUnits?

That's a lot to take in, I understand. Thankfully, I like to utilize a calculator to assist me determine the proper size TV for the room and viewing distance. However, as I previously stated, part of how high to mount a television will depend on personal desire as well as the technology of the television.

You could buy the exact correct size TV for the room if money were no object. But you live in the real world, where rooms might be odd shapes and you don't have to buy a new TV every time you move. So, when you're intending to put a floating tv unitsin your room, use the calculator as a suggestion for how high to mount it and just keep the size in mind.

 

3. Choosing Floating TV Units

That's it for the solution to the question of how high to mount a television. But we aren't finished yet. In general, they work with a variety of brands and models. Fortunately, there are just two factors to consider when deciding which is best for your TV: viewing angle and size.

 

 

 

 

 

View

Either a fixed or a tilting mount will suffice. If you prefer your floating tv unitsto be raised, the tilt option is ideal. A flat mount that doesn't move works great for me because I want my TV low in the room – approximately eye level from where I sit on the couch.You'll need a full motion wall mount if your TV is in a corner or if you want to be able to move it about the room to suit your needs. These look like robot arms and allow you to modify the angle of your TV. Check the product specs or ask someone at your local electronics store about the range they allow your TV to travel.

 

Size

Most mounts can only accommodate a TV that is within a certain size range. One would claim 22′′ – 55′′, while another might suggest 42′′ – 80′′. You should be fine as long as your TV is within the range (but double-check with the TV maker if you're concerned).

 

4. What's Underneath

After you've determined how high floating tv units should be, think about the entertainment unit beneath it and how it interacts with the TV above.The entertainment unit provides a number of functions, including concealing power outlets and the antenna outlet, as well as housing Foxtel boxes and PlayStation. It can also be utilized for some light style and decoration (now we're talking!) Keep that in mind as well. If the ceiling is too high, it will be difficult to find objects that will sufficiently occupy the area.

As a general, I wouldn't leave a gap between the floating tv unitsand the entertainment unit any wider than the one shown above.

 

5. It's Crucial to Plan for the Future

Plan for the future as much as possible. Technology advances at a breakneck pace, so if you're going to spend money on getting your floating tv units, you might as well plan for the future as much as possible.

 

Here are a few things to think about:

• Choose a mount that isn't the cheapest. Your television most likely cost hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars. If you spend a bit more, it will last longer.
• Purchase the largest mount you can afford so that if your television grows in size, it will still fit in the present mount.
• When running HDMI cables through the wall, make sure there are at least four of them. For new televisions, four is the standard. You may not require or be able to use all of them right now, but your future tele may allow for more. Alternatively, you may buy a new game system but have no place to plug it in.
• Don't worry if you run out of HDMI cables. With an HDMI switch, you may connect many devices with a single cable.
• Even if the floating tv units are theoretically an acceptable size for the room, you don't want it to dominate the space as a designer. So, buy the largest you can afford that fits in the room, but not the absolute largest.

 

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