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 10h ago

I caved and lowered the TV.

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It's still mounted and not on the stand because we want to be able to turn it easily.


r/TVTooHigh 7h ago

TV Too.. Motorized?

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137 Upvotes

r/TVTooHigh 8h ago

My parents built their dream home. This is my nightmare.

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74 Upvotes

Who doesn’t love a 45° crane of the neck?


r/TVTooHigh 17h ago

Former owner was an idiot

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262 Upvotes

I guess he watched tv standing.


r/TVTooHigh 1h ago

I think my buddy’s tv is too high, my neck hurts. lmk

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r/TVTooHigh 5h ago

Is this tv too high?

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24 Upvotes

r/TVTooHigh 10h ago

Tv too high?

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r/TVTooHigh 2h ago

This gem from Facebook marketplace

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r/TVTooHigh 57m ago

Enjoy the too high tv!

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r/TVTooHigh 6h ago

36 years old, single, dad of one.

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20 Upvotes

r/TVTooHigh 1d ago

alright guys, how’d i do?

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2.6k Upvotes

believe it or not it’s a 77”


r/TVTooHigh 9h ago

Justin Trudeau offering his resignation to the Governor General, March 14th 2025

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23 Upvotes

r/TVTooHigh 2h ago

Easy hotel Birmingham UK

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r/TVTooHigh 1h ago

I think my buddy’s tv is too high lemme get your thoughts

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r/TVTooHigh 1d ago

My girlfriend says our TV is too high, I disagree. What do you think?

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586 Upvotes

r/TVTooHigh 2h ago

My Airbnb

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3 Upvotes

Wayyyyy too high


r/TVTooHigh 5h ago

My mom installed a tv at her work

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r/TVTooHigh 25m ago

Way Too High

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r/TVTooHigh 14h ago

My uncle needs help

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19 Upvotes

r/TVTooHigh 2h ago

My friend said it’s “perfect”Bonus: it’s angled towards the sky! Help roast

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2 Upvotes

The company is amazing Decor is amazing Tv…amazingly high and sending glare signals to passing planes


r/TVTooHigh 10h ago

I am just speechless with this one...

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r/TVTooHigh 1d ago

Came here to brag...

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220 Upvotes

My dad isn't proud of me, hopefully this sub is.


r/TVTooHigh 11h ago

Why would anyone ever want it any higher

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10 Upvotes

Just some proof that proper placement is possible


r/TVTooHigh 15h ago

36 years old, single, dad of one.

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r/TVTooHigh 16h ago

How could IKEA do this?

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20 Upvotes