Outdoor TV's That Work the Way They Should
For over 25 years, we’ve worked with homeowners across Eastern Long Island and the Hamptons, designing systems that feel natural to live with, not complicated to manage. Outdoor TVs have become one of the most requested upgrades, but getting it right takes more than just mounting a screen outside.
Brightness, placement, sound and control all play a role in how the system actually performs day to day. The difference between something that looks good and something that works effortlessly is in the planning. We work with proven brands like Samsung, SunBrite, and Furrion, along with Sonos, Control4, and Crestron for audio and control, to create systems that hold up to the environment and fit how your home is used.
Whether it’s a covered patio, poolside seating area, or a fully exposed space, everything is designed around visibility, reliability, and simplicity so you can enjoy it without thinking about it.
Already Have an Outdoor TV That’s Not Working?
A lot of homes we visit already have an exterior Display in place, it just doesn’t feel right. The picture can be hard to see during the day, the sound doesn’t carry, or the system works sometimes but not consistently.
In most cases, it’s not about replacing everything. It’s about correcting placement, improving brightness, stabilizing the connection, and making the system easier to use.
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TVs that are too dim to watch during the day
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Glare or poor viewing angles from where seating is located
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WiFi that drops or buffers when streaming outside
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Audio that sounds thin or doesn’t carry across the space
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Cable boxes or streaming devices placed in the wrong location
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Systems that technically work, but are frustrating to use
Call (631) 584-3536 to have us take a look
Why Hamptons Homeowners Add a Backyard Television
Extend the Living Space
A dedicated backyard display turns a patio or pool area into a true living space without the time, cost, or disruption of permits, renovations, or adding a new room.
Stay Outside Longer
A well-placed display gives people a reason to stay outside, from afternoon games to evening movies, making your exterior space more usable throughout the day.
Effortless Entertaining
A backyard setup makes hosting easier with no moving equipment or temporary setups, just a space that’s ready when people arrive and works the way it should.
Designed for Outdoors
Built for brightness, temperature, and changing conditions, the system holds up to glare, weather, and daily use without needing constant attention or adjustments.
Outdoor Screen Options That Fit Your Space
Not every exterior space needs the same type of display, where it is placed, how much sunlight it receives, and how the space is used all determine what will actually work long term. Choosing the right type upfront avoids the most common issues homeowners run into, like glare, dim picture quality, or replacing something that wasn’t built for the environment.
Covered Patios and Protected Spaces
For covered patios, screened porches, and shaded outdoor living areas, the goal isn’t extreme brightness, it’s visual comfort and consistency. When a screen is protected by a roofline or pergola, the focus shifts from fighting sunlight to creating a picture that feels natural and easy to watch throughout the day.
Done correctly, it should feel like an extension of the home, not something added on. Choosing a full shade TV here avoids overspending while still delivering a clean, reliable result that fits the space.
Common options:
Samsung Terrace (Partial Shade) — ~$3,500–$5,500
SunBrite Veranda Series — ~$2,500–$4,500
Furrion Aurora (Shade Series) — ~$2,500–$4,000
Spaces That Shift Between Sun and Shade
Most outdoor spaces don’t stay consistent throughout the day. Sunlight moves, reflections change, and seating areas shift depending on how the space is used. In these environments, a display needs enough brightness and glare control to remain visible without forcing you to work around it.
Partial Sun telvisions are the most common setup in the Hamptons, especially around pools and open patios. The right system keeps the picture clear from afternoon through early evening, without overcompensating or underperforming.
Common options:
Samsung Terrace (Partial Sun) — ~$4,000–$6,500
SunBrite Veranda / Signature Series — ~$3,500–$6,000
Furrion Aurora (Partial Sun) — ~$3,000–$5,000
Open Areas with Full Sun Exposure
For uncovered patios, pool decks, and open yard installations, the display has to perform in direct sunlight for much of the day. Standard screens won’t hold up here, they’ll appear washed out and difficult to watch when you need them most.
Full-sun TV's are built with significantly higher brightness levels and internal cooling systems to maintain performance in heat and glare. When matched correctly to the environment, the result is a picture that stays visible, sharp, and usable from midday through sunset.
Common options:
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Samsung Terrace (Full Sun) — ~$6,500–$12,000+
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SunBrite Pro Series — ~$6,000–$10,000+
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Furrion Aurora (Full Sun) — ~$5,500–$9,000
Sound That Works Outdoors
Open space environments change how sound behaves. Open air absorbs audio quickly, which makes built-in TV speakers feel thin and inconsistent. Adding a weather-rated soundbar or integrating with an outdoor speaker system restores clarity and balance without increasing volume.
The goal is to hear dialogue clearly from anywhere in the space, not just directly in front of the screen. A clean audio solution makes the system feel complete and removes the need to constantly adjust volume.
Common options:
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Samsung Terrace Soundbar — ~$800–$1,500
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SunBrite Soundbar — ~$900–$1,800
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Furrion Soundbar — ~$700–$1,200
Learn more about outdoor speaker systems →
Control That Feels Familiar
Outdoor systems should feel no different than what you use inside. Streaming apps, cable boxes, and simple control options allow you to walk outside and start watching without thinking about it.
Most setups rely on built-in smart platforms or devices like Apple TV, paired with a single remote or app. For larger homes, integrated systems bring everything together, so switching between TV, music, and volume feels seamless across the entire property.
Common platforms:
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Apple TV / Streaming Apps — simple, familiar use
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Sonos Integration — audio + app control
Learn more about Home Automation systems →
Taking It Further: Backyard Movie Nights
Some homeowners want more than a Outdoor TV and move toward a true backyard home theater experience. These are larger more cinematic displays that work well for movie nights, events, and summer entertaining.
When paired with a properly designed audio system the experience feels immersive without overwhelming the space. Lighting, seating, and control are all considered so everything works together naturally.
Common options:
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Weatherproof Projector + Screens — ~$5,000–$12,000+
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Current outdoor Audio Integration
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Control Systems (Sonos / Control4 / Crestron)
Learn more about Home Theater systems →
Why Hamptons Homeowners Add a Backyard Television
Every outdoor space is a little different. some projects are simple and fit into an existing patio, while others require planning around power, placement, and how everything connects behind the scenes. We guide the process from start to finish, making sure the system fits the space, performs the way it should, and stays easy to use over time.
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Walk the Property
We start by understanding how the space is used, where people gather, and how sunlight and seating affect placement.
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Design the System
We match the right display, audio, and control setup to the environment without overcomplicating the system.
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Install and Integrate
Everything is installed cleanly and configured to work together, from the display and audio to streaming and control.
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Ongoing Support
We stay available after the install to make adjustments and ensure everything continues to perform the way it should.
Serving the Hamptons & Eastern Long Island
Smart Home Hamptons works with homeowners across the East End, designing and supporting systems that fit how these homes are actually used throughout the year. From seasonal properties to full-time residences, each project is planned around reliability, simplicity, and long-term performance.
Southampton Town:
Southampton, Water Mill, North Sea, Noyack, Hampton Bays
East Hampton Town:
East Hampton, Amagansett, Montauk, Wainscott
Shelter Island:
Shelter Island, Shelter Island Heights
Surrounding Areas:
Southold, Greenport, Cutchogue, Mattituck
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*Equipment pricing on this page is shown as a general guide and may change. Final cost will vary based on installation, wiring, and system design.