If you’re considering buying a television, two critical factors to keep in mind include the screen size and where to hang it. Buying a TV that’s too small or too big will significantly impact the user experience, such as straining your eyes when watching your favorite shows. Nobody wants that!
The right approach is choosing the most comfortable size for you and the people around you, whether your spouse, kids, or loved ones, as what they want matters! So, taking into consideration several factors will help you know the appropriate size TV to purchase.
The three factors to consider are:
The first step in choosing a TV size is to consider the size of the room where you want to install it. For example, if you are buying a TV for your kitchen, you should consider the size of your kitchen and the space available to hang a TV. You may prefer a bigger screen size but lack the space for it in the kitchen specifically.
So, one should measure the space available for installing the TV and use it as one of the factors for choosing the right size. Generally, a large room requires a giant TV. On the flip side, if you don’t have enough space, a smaller TV may be suitable.
You can calculate the TV screen size you need using viewing distance, the distance from the TV when watching. Manufacturers, retailers, and associations have standards to help you calculate the appropriate screen size based on viewing distance. SMPTE (Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers) and THX are examples.
For instance, for a full HD TV, SMPTE recommends dividing the viewing distance by 1.6 to get the best TV size. If your viewing distance is 100 inches, the ideal TV size for you is 50 inches (measured diagonally). Choose something close to the suggested size if it doesn’t exist.
However, these guidelines are difficult to follow because there are various standards by different manufacturers, associations, and retailers. Consequently, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to calculating viewing distance.
Viewing distance calculations aren’t hard and fast rules. People end up picking TV sizes based on what suits them. When using mathematics isn’t suitable, choose TV size based on your personal preference and the retailer’s recommendation.
Choosing the correct position to hang your TV is as important as buying the appropriate size. Before deciding where to place your TV, consider the following factors:
When deciding part of the room to hang your TV, put convenience into consideration. Viewing angle and distance are two crucial factors here. You may sustain neck pain by hanging the TV too low or too high after looking down or up to watch your TV. On the same note, you shouldn’t be too close or too far from the TV. Either way, you may have to strain your eyes to enjoy the TV.
Do you want to struggle with sun exposure watching your favorite show? To avoid this ugly experience, you should mount your TV in an area free from sun rays throughout the day. If this is not possible, you may have to close the window to prevent sun interference. Instead of denying yourself access to fresh air because of sun exposure, choose an area free from the sun’s glare both in the morning and afternoon.
Not every type of wall is suitable for mounting your television because of its weight. Before doing the TV wall mount installation, make sure the wall can support your TV. Specifically, this is to avoid having your TV set crash down onto the ground unexpectedly. You can avoid this mishap by simply calling a professional to get the job done for you.
Install your TV close to a power source. Hanging cables on the wall can ruin the aesthetic appeal of your room. However, you can make things look better by using cable cover kits to conceal the wires. But that would mean an avoidable extra cost.
Hiring a professional to do the TV wall mount installation is the best. Don’t give in to the temptation of trying to complete the installation by yourself. Trying to save on the cost of installation is not enough reason to risk destroying the television you bought with your hard-earned money.
Choose an experienced TV mount installation company to do the job for you. By so doing, you eliminate the risk of incorrect installation, crashing the TV, or destroying the wall. Hiring an installation company is also recommended when it comes to security camera installation and other home equipment.
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