How to Place a Flat Screen Over a Stove or Fireplace
In many homes, the fireplace is the center of attention. Thus, it is understandable why so many homeowners choose to mount their flat panels over their fireplaces and, on occasion, stove hearths. Naturally, there are differences between drywall mounting and fireplace installation, mainly with mounting hardware. The constant, however, is ensuring that the TV is securely mounted, and free from excess heat buildup. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Flat panel mount
- Masonry sleeves
- Masonry screws
- Drill
- 3/16-inch masonry bit
- Ratchet/socket set
- Level
- Hammer
Instructions
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Place the wall bracket portion of the stone or brick to use as a guide. Mark the intended sleeve locations. Simply mark through the holes on the bracket with the masonry bit.
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Drill into the mounting surface with the masonry bit. Make sure the bit penetrates at least three inches.
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Set the tip of the masonry sleeves into the drilled holes. Using the hammer, tap them in flush with the mounting surface.
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Place the wall bracket up against the mounting surface, aligned with the masonry sleeves. Drive the masonry screws into the sleeves with the ratchet and socket set.
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Locate the threaded inserts on the rear of the flat panel. Align the TV bracket half of the wall mount with the inserts. Mount the bracket to the set using the included Allen bolts and key.
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Lift and hang the set onto the wall bracket. Secure any horizontal security straps or screws, designed to prevent unwanted lateral movement.
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Align the set using the level. Secure the adjustment with the Allen set screw on the upper rear of the bracket.
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Tips & Warnings
If you find the seating area is too close or the viewing angle causing neck or eye strain, swap the bracket with one that allows a small amount of tilt.
The combined heat from the fireplace or stove plus the heat the set generates often renders it impossible to operate both at the same time.
References
Resources
- Photo Credit room with fireplace image by Dumitrescu Ciprian from Fotolia.com
