Is it Safe to Install a Flatscreen TV Above the Fireplace?

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Depending on the structure of the fireplace

Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: We receive many requests for these types of mounting services since most professionals turn them down. It is possible to mount a TV anywhere with the right expertise.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: It's safe as far as the intergrity of the fireplace is not compromised.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Before installation over fireplace we must first inspect the location to insure it is actually safe for the TV to be installed. When installing over fireplace that is brick or stone, Inspection first is a must.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Is find install above a fireplace as long as the TV is protected as a good solid mantle and no heat is escaping that could damage the TV set

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Ideally, a television should never be mounted over a fireplace that is in use. Although you can mount a cover to the fireplace between the hearth and the television to catch dust and ash it will not keep all of the debris from getting into the television and damaging the wiring.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: There are a lot of factors due to the sensitivity of a TV to excess heat. Some fireplaces do not have ledges and that poses a fire hazard for the set.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: You will have to be careful about the heat exposure from the fireplace, but you can usually mount securely.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: If you have a properly functioning fireplace with a mantle, a professionally mounted TV above it is completely safe. Your TV is designed to SAFELY withstand between 100 and 125 degrees. The easiest way to be sure your TV would be safe is to run your fireplace and feel or place a thermometer on the wall where the TV would be placed. If functioning properly, the fireplace heat will rise through your flue and/or be diverted by your mantle, causing no damage to your TV.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: If dont properly there should be no reason it would be unsafe

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: I would recommend mounting on a articulating, cantilever mount, to assure there is sufficient air circulation. You don't want to overheat the unit, so a cantilever will allow for more air circulation.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: We have come across a fireplace that protruded from the wall the TV was mounted on. The TV could get very warm or hot because of the situation. Generally, however, there is no danger in mounting a TV over a fireplace.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Mounting a Television above a fireplace can be safe as long as it is installed properly however it is not something I would recommend unless there is no other option as a TV can always be placed in a position that is less strain on your neck. If possible it's usually better to find a different location to mount a TV however, if necessity requires it, as long as correctly installed it is safe!

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: depends if the fireplace is gas or wood

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: it has to be 47 inch or less

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: As long as there is a mantle with at least an 8in depth, the heat should be diverted enough to not effect the TV.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: It varies depending on the style of fireplace. Some designs may allow the heat to rise to the tv which could possibly cause damage.

Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: There is no issue with installing a TV above a fireplace.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Customer choose

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Its helps to make sure there is distance from the TV and the fireplace when it's a wood burning fireplace.

Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: It is always safe if done properly