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Sep 12, 2024 · Yes, you can mount a TV above a wood-burning fireplace, but it requires careful planning and protective measures to prevent heat damage, and smoke exposure, and ensure safe installation.
Mar 23, 2024 · As a rule of thumb, you should mount the TV 58 to 68 inches above the ground and 6-12 inches above the fireplace for optimal viewing. Mounting a television to a wall will almost certainly require two people, and if you have no prior DIY experience, you may wish to leave this job to the professionals.
Sep 20, 2024 · If you've already mounted your TV above your fireplace and did so without taking any preventative measures, you may now be wondering if there's anything you should have done. The answer is yes, and here's why.
- Sarah Harley
From our research, and what we’ve learned from our handyman, TVs can be mounted above a fireplace as long as the wall and mount are structurally sound, and the TV isn’t exposed to temperatures above 125ºF.
Can you mount a TV above a gas fireplace? Does heat from a fireplace damage TV? Can you mount a TV above a brick fireplace? I’m going to answer those questions and show you how mounting a TV above a fireplace is a doable DIY project. I’ll also show you how to hide wires on a wall mounted TV and how you can too.
Oct 24, 2023 · Wall-mounted fireplaces are self-contained units mounted high on a wall. Often gas-burning. Keep away from extending heat. Measure your existing fireplace dimensions and output ability to pick the right screen size and mounting position.
Oct 29, 2024 · TV placement: You can safely mount your TV just one inch above the fireplace opening. Finishing materials: Heat-sensitive materials like sheetrock or wood panels can be brought right up to the fireplace opening.
