Positioning the Outlet for Maximum Concealment Translating the ideal screen center height into a precise location for the electrical outlet requires careful consideration of the television and wall mount dimensions. 1 Wall mounted televisions are supposed to be at a comfortable viewing height when sitting down, according to most television and wall mount manufacturers (standard -- 42"). Now I'm working on new construction and the electrical contractors installed wiring boxes 5' off the floor.
It's ugly as hell, and mounted visibly ABOVE the 55" flat screen. Learn where to place an electrical outlet for your wall-mounted TV to keep cords hidden and maintain a sleek, clean look. Our guide provides practical tips for planning and installing outlets in the perfect spot.
Setting electrical outlets and wall switches for standard, uniform heights is important both for ease of installation and for user convenience. Height variances make it more difficult to fish cable through the walls. Uniformity is critical when placing the insulation in the walls and attaching drywall to the studs.
The best height to install an electrical outlet is about 1 to 2 inches below from the top edge of the TV from where you want your TV to be mounted. That way, outlet doesn't get in the way of the TV wall mount. Laterally, you can put it anywhere as long as it's hidden behind the TV.
Part of the appeal of flat panel TVs mounted to a wall is the ability to conceal wiring. Electrical and television signal wires pass through the walls to junction boxes, concealed behind the mounting bracket. Mounting a TV on the wall is a great way to save space and create a sleek and modern look in your living room or bedroom.
However, knowing how high to mount the TV outlet on the wall is crucial for both optimal viewing and safety. In this article, we will examine the factors to consider when deciding the TV outlet height, the ideal viewing angle for your TV, the importance of proper TV outlet. After we wall-mounted our new TV, the first thing we had to deal with was all of the ugly wires hanging down.
In a related article, I show how to hide your TV wires for just $10. Recently, I got a question about the rules for how high to mount receptacles, outlets, and switches. Several rules exist with regard to placing outlets; however, the height of a receptacle or wall switch isn't part of the NEC code.
At least, the code avoids rules with respect to the standard heights of both switches and outlets.