Ever wondered what it’s like to have a truly huge TV in your home? I spent months looking for the perfect large screen for our spare room. I wanted a cinema-like feel without using a projector. After a lot of research, I chose a giant 100-inch Hisense TV. This blog post shares my full experience, from buying and mounting it to how it looks and works months later. If you’re thinking about a jumbo screen, this is what you need to know.

Why I Chose the Hisense 100U7K TV

I wanted to turn our spare room into a dedicated TV room. We had a 65-inch OLED TV before, but I craved something much bigger. I looked at 98-inch TCL models and 100-inch Hisense TVs.

In the UK, we don’t get the popular U8 model sold in America. Instead, we get the Hisense 100U7K. The specs show it has the same panel, colors, and processor as the U8. The main differences are the operating system and TV tuner. For the size and features, it seemed like a great choice.

The price was a big factor. Costco UK had it for just under £2,000 including VAT at one point. That is a bargain for a TV this size. I bought mine back in August from Rich Sounds. They had a VIP club price of £2,179 at the time. If you wait for sales like Black Friday, you might find an even better deal.

The Delivery and Unboxing Challenge

This TV is not just big. It is also incredibly heavy. The delivery guys struggled to bring it in. I did not realize it weighed about 100 kg. If I had known how heavy it was, I would have paid for professional installation right away.

Unboxing it was an event. The box itself was taller than my wife! There was a lot of protective plastic and packaging. We carefully removed the back panel and found all the parts inside. This included the remote, a start guide, TV feet, and some cables.

Key Takeaway: A TV this size and weight is a two-person (or more) job. Seriously consider paying for professional delivery and installation.

Mounting the Giant TV on the Wall

We decided to wall-mount the TV. We bought a separate wall bracket for it. The TV has specific mounting points on its back. You measure from the bottom of the TV to these points. Then you mark those measurements on your wall.

We used a material lift, or a “tally rocket” as we called it. This jack helped lift the TV safely up to the bracket. We did not have to bear the full weight ourselves. I lost the footage of the actual mounting process. Honestly, you did not miss much. It was just a lot of careful lifting and guiding.

Once the bracket was secure on the wall, we wheeled the TV over, winched it up, and hung it on. After that, it was a matter of connecting the cables and turning it on.

My strong advice: Get a professional to install a TV this large. The risk of injury or damage is very high. It is worth the £150-£200 fee.

First Impressions and Room Setup

Our room is 4 meters by 4 meters (about 13 feet by 13 feet). We painted the wall behind the TV a matte color to reduce reflections. We also added bias lighting strips around the back of the TV. This helps with eye strain and improves the perceived contrast.

The TV is quite deep off the wall, especially with the bracket. This is something to think about if your room is narrow. We placed a large soundbar below it. The soundbar is about 5 feet wide, but it looks normal next to the massive screen.

Picture Quality and Everyday Use

The picture quality is very good. We usually leave it in Filmmaker Mode. This gives a nice, accurate picture. The TV switches automatically for content with Dolby Vision, like on Disney+.

I was watching Loki on Disney+ as an example. The picture was sharp and the colors were rich. Even with standard HD TV channels, the image is clear and clean.

Reflections can be an issue during bright daylight because the screen is so big. The matte wall and bias lighting help a lot. In the evening, reflections are not a problem at all.

Operating System and Responsiveness

The TV uses the Vidaa operating system. It is very zippy and responsive. Moving through menus and apps feels quick. The remote has direct buttons for popular streaming services