The most logical place for our television in our current living room was above the fireplace mantel. But without a built-in outlet and over 6′ to the nearest plug, we had quite the "ugly cord" situation on our hands. As renters, feeding the cords through the drywall was out of the question, so we had to turn to more "creative" means to conceal the cords and make everything look nice.
Some people will tell you that mounting a TV above your fireplace is a big no-no. I was really surprised by how many people told me not to do it when I shared my plans on Instagram! While I agree that mounting a TV above your fireplace isn't always ideal, in some homes it's the most practical location. How to Mount a TV Over a Fireplace Without Wires Mounting a television above a fireplace can be an aesthetically pleasing way to enhance your living room.
However, navigating the complexities of wiring and ensuring a seamless installation can be daunting. This article will guide you through the process of mounting a TV over a fireplace without the. The age-old debate: TV above the fireplace - yes or no? Here's my take as a designer, plus practical mounting tips and ideas to make it safe and beautiful in your home.
The Project: TV: 65" Samsung Q8F (approx. 20.68kg OR 45.6lbs according to Google). Wall: Fireplace bump-out with stone veneer.
Backing: The builder installed a full sheet of 1/2" plywood behind the stone. Access: There is a finished recessed cutout (painted black) that is roughly 24" wide x 18" tall where the mount needs to go. Mount TV to wall mount.
How To Hide Cables and Wires Luckily, we already had an electrical outlet on a wall directly next to our fireplace (on the right, lower side of the brick fireplace). We then had a cable company install a cable receptacle on the wall directly to the left of the brick fireplace. Mounting a flat-screen TV above a fireplace may seem like the ultimate space-saving, design-savvy idea - especially in a stylish living room where the fireplace acts as a natural focal point.
But before you grab your stud finder and tv wall mount, it's important to ask: Can you really hang a TV over your fireplace, and should you? Let's break down the practical, ergonomic, and safety. Mounting a TV above a fireplace creates a dual focal point, but here's what you need to know before you hang a flat screen over a mantel. eFireplacestore offers six design and safety tips to make your fireplace and TV work together beautifully in your living space.
Mounting a TV over a fireplace presents a common aesthetic appeal, but integrating it with your home's energy efficiency can be tricky, especially if you're starting without a pre-existing outlet. We'll delve into the intricacies of adding an outlet, considering the impact on your energy consumption, and exploring how this project can tie into broader smart home energy management.