# Mounting a TV in a Kids Room: What Parents Need to Know **Date:** 2026-03-06 **Author:** NYC TV Guy **Category:** TV Mounting **Read time:** 4 min read **Canonical URL:** https://nyctvguy.com/blog/kids-room-tv-mount-guide > A wall-mounted TV in a kids room eliminates tip-over risk and keeps the screen safe. The right height, mount type, cable safety rules, and when to call a pro. **Wall-mounting a TV in a kids room eliminates tip-over risk and keeps the screen out of reach — it's one of the most effective safety upgrades for any child's bedroom.** **Who's this for:** parents setting up a TV in a kids room who want to know the right height, which mount to use, and how to handle cables safely. This guide covers height, TV size, cable safety, mount type, and when to call a pro. ## The short answer - **Mount height:** 5–6 feet from the floor — out of throwing and grabbing range. - **Mount type:** fixed (flat) only — no arms or moving parts that kids can grab. - **TV size:** 32–43 inches is plenty. A 32-inch smart TV runs $70–$100. - **Cables:** must be covered — no free-hanging wires in a kids room. - **Professional installation starts at $175** — [book online](/booking). --- ## Mount it higher than usual In a living room, you want the TV at eye level while seated — about 42–48 inches from the floor. In a kids room, **mount it higher — around 5 to 6 feet from the floor.** The goal is to keep the screen out of reach. Kids throw things, swing toys, and bump into walls. A higher mount keeps the screen safe from accidental damage. Bonus: kids watching from bed look upward naturally. That's actually a comfortable viewing angle — they're not craning sideways at a low screen. ![Small TV mounted on wall in kids room with bookshelves and toys](/images/blog/blog-kids-room-tv-mount.webp) --- ## You don't need a big or expensive TV A kids room doesn't need anything bigger than a **43-inch TV.** Most kids do fine with a 32-inch screen — and you can pick one up for around $70 to $100. Get a smart TV with built-in streaming so they can watch YouTube, and add a game console if they want. **Don't spend big here.** Kids are rough on things, and there's a real chance the screen gets scratched or cracked eventually. A budget 32-inch TV mounted safely on the wall is the right move. --- ## Cover the cables Kids grab things. If cables hang between the TV and the outlet, a child can pull on them — and that can damage the TV's ports or yank a cable out of the wall. Every cable in a kids room needs to be covered. Two options: - **Cable raceway:** A flat cover that mounts on the wall and hides all the cables. Works on any wall type. This is our [TV Mounting + Cables Covered](/services/tv-mounting-cables-covered) service — starting at $199. - **In-wall routing:** All cables run inside the wall with a new outlet behind the TV. Zero visible wires. This is our [TV Mounting + Power Outlet + Cable in Wall](/services/tv-mounting-power-outlet-cable-in-wall) service — $599. Drywall only. Either way — no free-hanging cables in a kids room. --- ## Use a fixed (flat) mount Use a **fixed mount** in a kids room. It holds the TV flat against the wall with no moving parts — nothing to grab, nothing to hang from, nothing to swing around. Full-motion mounts have an arm that extends and swivels. In a kids room, that arm sits right at play height. Kids will treat it like a toy. A fixed mount is simpler, safer, and more stable. ![TV mounted on wall showing cartoon content, kids room](/images/blog/blog-kids-room-cartoon-tv.webp) --- ## When to call a pro Getting the height right, covering the cables properly, and anchoring the mount solidly into studs — that's where professional installation pays off. Especially in a kids room where safety matters more than aesthetics. We do kids room TV installations throughout NYC and northern New Jersey. [Book online](/booking) — TV mounting starts at $175. --- ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Should I mount the TV higher in a kids room? Yes. Mount it around 5 to 6 feet from the floor so it's out of reach. Kids throw things, swing toys, and bump into walls — a higher mount keeps the screen safe from accidental damage. ### What size TV is best for a kids room? 32 to 43 inches is plenty. You can get a solid 32-inch smart TV for $70 to $100. Save the big screen for the living room — kids don't need it, and they're more likely to damage it. ### Do the cables need to be covered? Absolutely. Kids will pull on hanging cables. Use a [cable raceway](/services/tv-mounting-cables-covered) to cover them, or [run them through the wall](/services/tv-mounting-power-outlet-cable-in-wall) for the cleanest look. No free-hanging cables in a kids room. ### What type of mount should I use? A fixed (flat) mount. It holds the TV flush against the wall with no moving parts. Full-motion mounts have arms that extend out — kids will grab them and swing on them. Keep it simple and flat. ### What if the wall is concrete or brick? No problem — we mount on all wall types. Concrete and brick require masonry anchors and a hammer drill, but the job is the same from your end. Just let us know your wall type when you [book online](/booking) and we'll come prepared.