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How do I avoid neck strain when mounting my TV on the wall?

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To prevent neck strain, position your TV so the screen’s center matches your seated eye level, typically around forty two to forty eight inches from the floor. Avoid mounting the TV too high, like above fireplaces without tilt. If you must mount higher, use a tilting wall mount angled downwards around ten degrees to keep the viewing angle comfortable. Also, maintain a proper viewing distance—generally one and a half times the diagonal screen size. For example, a fifty inch TV works well at about six feet away. Testing your setup while seated and adjusting height and tilt will eliminate awkward neck angles and reduce fatigue during viewing sessions.

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