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Mounting your TV at the proper height is crucial for getting the best viewing experience.

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But what exactly is too high for a TV? This definitive guide will walk you through the ideal placement and factors to consider when deciding where to mount your flat screen.

The Basic Rule – Eye Level is Best

The most fundamental guideline that experts agree on is that you want the center of your TV screen to be at eye level when seated in your normal viewing position.

As Chris Heinonen, TV reviewer at Wirecutter, explains:

"The center of the TV should be at or just below eye level when you‘re seated. This typically ends up being around 42 inches from the floor to the center of the screen."

This eye level height reduces strain on your eyes and neck compared to looking up or down for extended viewing.

Aiming for the Bottom Third

A good way to double check your placement is the "bottom third rule." As described by Kyle Schurman of Business Insider:

"You want your eyes to hit around the bottom third of the TV screen when seated.

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