Whimsical Living Room Fail: How to Hide a TV in Plain Sight Goes Wrong

In a cozy living room setup, a Reddit post titled "How to hide a tv in plain sight" has taken the internet by storm. The image showcases a rustic brick wall that serves as the backdrop for a flat-screen TV. The TV, currently off, displays a screensaver that mimics the brick wall behind it. This clever disguise, however, has sparked a range of reactions and comments from the online community.

Beneath the TV, a white mantelpiece and fireplace add to the room’s charm, adorned with two small potted plants, a camera or smart home device, and a centrally placed black electronic device, possibly a TV receiver or DVD player. To the left, a modern gray armchair sits comfortably next to a window with white blinds, while to the right, a tall black speaker and shelving units hold additional household items. A small coffee table in front of the fireplace holds a wooden organizer box containing remote controls, an open magazine or book, and other miscellaneous items. The upper right corner reveals an open door to another room filled with boxes and bags, hinting at a partially used storage space.

Redditors were quick to point out the flaws in the setup. One user commented, "That’s a good way to brick your electronics," while another noted, "This would have worked better had the TV been level. Shoddy workmanship!" The comments didn't stop there. "I can't find a TV or a level anywhere in this room!" remarked one user, and another humorously added, "r/TVTooHigh."

Some users couldn't help but joke about the image. "What TV?" and "This gives me unhappy feels," were among the light-hearted remarks. One user mentioned, "The Samsung Frame actually has an application that helps you do this. It’s pretty cool," highlighting the advanced technology available to achieve a similar effect more seamlessly. Another user quipped, "Looks like somewhere Link should try placing a bomb," referencing the popular video game character.

The comedic reactions continued with comments like, "I can see the tv but I can't see the plain sight," and "Jesus Christ there is so much awful happening in this picture..." One witty user suggested, "Plot twist: the fireplace is actually a tv and the brick thing is a painting," while another pointed out, "Might need to replace that, seems you bricked your tv."

Some users had practical concerns, "I've played enough video games, I know that's the part of the wall you need to interact with," and "Crooked and no symmetry with the mantle. What monster installed this thing?" Others speculated on the effectiveness of the disguise, "Your TV will totally still be there after being burglarized lol," and "It’s up so high they would never see it anyway."

The final verdict from the online community? "It’s crooked too," and "I hate it when my electronics get bricked." While the intention of hiding the TV in plain sight was creative, the execution left much to be desired, making this living room setup a humorous lesson in DIY gone wrong.