TV viewing angle

It just so happened that the housewives spend a lot of time in the kitchen. Watching TV shows is one of the few entertainment a woman can afford while cooking. Therefore, the choice of a television set for a kitchen is a very serious issue. The viewing angle of the TV, the type of TV screen and other criteria - all this will be discussed in detail in the article.

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Dimensions

Unfortunately (and maybe vice versa) there can be no universal recipe. It all depends on the shape and size of the kitchen itself, on the chosen installation location, on the taste preferences of the potential buyer. However, there are a number of criteria on which it is desirable to pay attention.

The first thing you need to pay attention to is the screen size. If until relatively recently only small-sized products were bought in the kitchen, today you will not surprise anyone with a full-size “plasma”. The general guidelines for selecting a screen are as follows:

• For standard rooms with a square of 6 to 9 squares, TVs with a screen diagonal not exceeding 20 inches are suitable.

Important! The device is quite compact, but at the same time the picture is viewed quite clearly. Straining your eyesight is not necessary.

• For more spacious rooms, you can purchase a TV receiver with a screen diagonal of up to 36 inches.
• Full-fledged plasma panel or good and functional LED TV with a 40-inch diagonal Suitable for studio type apartments and kitchen-living room. Here we are talking about choosing a television receiver for the entire apartment as a whole, and not just for the kitchen.

Important! When choosing the most suitable diagonal, multiply the length of the room by six. The obtained value corresponds to the smallest diagonal of the screen at which a comfortable viewing of the programs is possible.

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Viewing angle

The ideal option is that when the device is stationary, the picture on the screen is equally well visible from different points of the room. Under the viewing angle of the TV understand the maximum angle at which the picture on the screen is viewed without distortion.

It is important to remember what kind of viewing angle the TV should have:

• With an increase in the viewing angle, the cost of the TV increases, due to the appreciation of the matrix.
• Most of the “kitchen” LCD models have a viewing angle of 170 degrees. In modern models, this figure reaches 178 degrees.
• For a small room, a budget model with a viewing angle of about 160 degrees is quite enough. This is especially true of rectangular, elongated premises. Therefore, also take into account the features of the layout, interior, plus definitely see our tv wall design ideas.

Important! This refers to the horizontal viewing angle. The matrix design is such that the vertical angle of the TV is much smaller.

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What type of screen is best for a TV?

The best option for the kitchen is a screen made of moisture- and heat-resistant material. Models built into kitchen furniture are also popular. In this case, you need to carefully consider the situation so that the cabinet doors do not damage the screen.

Important! An interesting solution is a refrigerator with a built-in screen. Of course, the cost of such a device is quite high. It is made of moisture resistant materials, without wires, but with a built-in tuner with wi-fi. In all other cases, you can simply pick up a reliable swivel TV bracket.

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Additional functions

The set of desirable additional functions depends entirely on the individual preferences and needs of the owner. However, there are functions that do not bother anyone:

• Play recordings from a USB drive.
• View photos as a slide show.
• Built-in radio (can play if the screen is off).

Important! As for such additional functions as an Internet connection, a PC, the ability to record programs on a mounted hard drive, their absence is not critical for a TV receiver in the kitchen.

Do not forget about the remote control. It needs to be convenient for tuning and switching channels.

Important! Naturally, many people want to choose the equipment with the best ratio of quality and cost. However, it is advisable to pay attention to products from global brands. At the very least, there is no risk of buying an explicit marriage, while the products of little-known firms are largely a lottery. There are no problems here - we have already done a long job for you to analyze the market for current offers. Check out the results in the articles:

1. Top brands of TVs.
2. Where do LG, Samsung, Sony and others assemble TVs?
3. The best LED TVs.

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Mounting Methods

So, you have chosen a TV that suits you perfectly. The thing is small - it remains to install the device in the selected place. The installation method depends on the size of the device, as well as on where the programs will mainly be viewed.

Important! When choosing a place to install the TV, try to remove it as far as possible from the hob or stove.

There are such options for installation:

• On the swivel bracket. This solution provides the most comfortable viewing angle from different points. The bracket is fixed with metal anchors to the base of concrete or brick. The TV itself is put on special profiles.

Important! The design is quite simple, mount the bracket on your own according to the strength of the home craftsman.

• The small TV can be integrated into the kitchen furniture. This is also advisable if the modern design of the product is not combined with the design of furniture "antique".

Important! Do not put the TV on the bedside table or countertop. It is unlikely that you will enjoy peering at a screen full of numerous kitchen accessories.

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Care Issues

To extend the working life of the TV in the kitchen, you need to follow some not very difficult rules:

• Do not allow liquids, especially hot liquids, to get on the body and screen of the device. If something like this happened, turn off the appliance and wipe it dry.
• Do not be lazy to clean the case and ventilation grilles from grease and dust.
• Usespecial cleaning products for television screens. Do not use kitchen detergents.

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We hope that the information presented in the article will help you with choosing a TV device in the kitchen, and you will have additional useful entertainment, and cooking and washing dishes will not be so boring.