Size of TV to mount over fireplace
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Comments (11)I am having the same difficulty. I would like to put the fireplace in a corner (I personally don't like having the TV off to the side on the same wall. In theory I would like it on a corner, but my room is all windows on one side, an a straight wall that joins a hallway so I'm not sure how that would would. As for it being too high, my current plan is to get a very comtemporary low fireplace. Currently we have a similar set up and while the TV is a bit higher than I like it (maybe 6 or 8 inches) with it tilted downwards it has never felt uncomfortable. Some inspiration pics: I'd prefer this without the inset TV as you never know what size you may buy in the future. [contemporary family room design[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary-family-room-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_720~s_2103) by chicago interior designer Michael Abrams Limited The below option could be made much lower. I like the fireplace closer to the floor! [contemporary entry design[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary-entryway-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_741~s_2103) by vancouver general contractor Klondike Contracting This one doesn't have a TV, but you can see that it is low enough that it would end up at the right height. [modern living room design[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/modern-living-room-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_718~s_2105) by new york architect Chelsea Atelier Architect, PC...See Morepull down TV mount over fireplace
Comments (3)Sorry. Yes, the decorating forum has a lot about over-fireplace mounts, and it's generally not a good solution. The subject has been discussed before, so use the search button at the bottom of the page (the one on top doesn't work the same way.) Good luck. I saw a mount like that and it looked like a lot more work than it was worth....See MoreMounting TV over fireplace
Comments (2)I believe the wires should be fished through the wall behind the tv to access the cable and electricity. That is the way I have seen it done in order to keep wires from view. Here is a link that might be useful: http://forms.ehow.com/signin.aspx?return=1&Url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.ehow.com%2fhow_1000472_plasmaTV-fireplace-hang.html%3fa%3dflag...See MorePlease critique my TV size over fireplace
Comments (28)I know you have quite a bit to read through here already, so I will try to keep this brief. Because of the doorways leading into your room, your sofa layout is most definitely the most practical, and having the TV over the fireplace provides with the best view from both seating locations so I would stick to your gut on that one. With regard to the tile, I would make sure to select a dark grout that blends in well. Without seeing the actual tile, my best guess is that a taupe would still provide you with a bit of contrast which you like in your inspiration picture without creating too much of a color difference to be bothersome while watching TV. When DH held up the cardboard over the fireplace, it was perfect. My suggestion is to get a TV mount that tilts so that you can have it slightly facing downwards to maximize viewing comfort. You can also certainly have a wood mantlepiece. However, for all of this to look great, I think you need to extend your tile to the corners where the wall bends. If you have a professional tile installer do the installation they can cut the tiles at an angle so it ends right into the wall. Otherwise, you can order a tile liner for the edges for a finished look. I attached a picture of a fireplace I did in grey with the TV up high with a tilt mount so you can see an example of it in action. If you have any questions feel free to check out my site! www.designmacs.com or my blog on Facebook at the Design MACS page Here is a link that might be useful: Design MACS...See Moretorreykm
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