TV Placement Tips for Open Floor Plans in Dallas Homes
Open floor plans dominate new construction across Dallas suburbs. Here is how to choose the right wall, height, and mount type so your TV works from every seat in the room.
The Open Floor Plan Challenge
Walk into almost any home built in the last decade across Plano, Allen, Richardson, or Grand Prairie and you will find the same general layout: a kitchen, dining area, and living room that all flow into one large open space. These open-concept designs are great for families and entertaining, but they create a unique challenge for TV placement. The TV needs to be visible from the couch, but also from the kitchen island and possibly the dining table. It should not create glare from the large windows that most Dallas-area builders include along the back wall. And it has to look intentional, not like an afterthought hung on whatever wall had space. The key is choosing the right wall and mount type before drilling a single hole. In most DFW open floor plans, the best wall for the TV is the one perpendicular to the window wall, which minimizes direct glare while keeping the screen visible from multiple seating areas. A full-motion mount adds flexibility by letting you swivel the TV toward different zones depending on who is watching and where they are sitting.
Managing Glare from Dallas Sunlight
Texas sunlight is intense, and Dallas-area homes are built with large windows to let it in. South-facing and west-facing windows are the biggest culprits for TV glare, especially in the afternoon when the sun is low and direct. If your open floor plan has a wall of windows on one side, mounting the TV on the opposite wall seems logical but can actually create the worst glare because the light hits the screen head-on. Instead, mount on a side wall so the light crosses the room rather than reflecting directly off the screen. Anti-glare screen protectors can help, but they reduce picture quality on high-end displays. The better solution is thoughtful placement combined with a tilting or full-motion mount that lets you angle the screen away from the brightest light source. If your living room has a brick veneer accent wall on the side perpendicular to the windows, that is often the perfect mounting location. It avoids direct glare, serves as a visual anchor for the room, and gives you the flexibility to swivel toward the couch or the kitchen as needed.
Choosing the Right Mount for Multi-Room Viewing
In an open floor plan, a fixed mount limits your viewing to one direction. A tilting mount helps with vertical angle but not horizontal. For most Dallas open-concept homes, a full-motion articulating mount is the best choice because it lets you adjust the TV's position throughout the day and for different activities. When you are cooking in the kitchen, swivel the TV toward the island. When the family sits down on the couch for movie night, pull it back flat against the wall for the best picture. Full-motion mounts with 24-inch extension arms are ideal for larger open spaces because they allow a wider swivel range. For TVs in the 65 to 85-inch range, make sure the mount is rated for the weight and is anchored into at least two studs. Our best TV wall mounts guide breaks down the options for every mount type and size range.
Professional Placement for Dallas Open Concepts
Getting the placement right in an open floor plan is harder than it looks. The height, wall selection, and mount type all interact, and a mistake in any one area affects the whole result. TV Solutions works with homeowners across Dallas , Plano , Allen, and the surrounding suburbs to find the ideal mounting position before any holes are drilled. Your technician evaluates the room layout, light sources, seating positions, and wall construction to recommend the best setup. Every installation includes transparent pricing through our online booking system and is backed by our Lifetime Service Guarantee. No guesswork, no surprise fees, and a result that looks and functions exactly the way you want it to.