The grey space over the mantel measures 85 inches wide by 42 inches high.
50 inch tv over fireplace.
A 65 inch tv measures 57 inches wide by 34 high.
As a result 60 is the new 50 and 70 is the new 60.
You may have luck with a fireplace that produces less heat features a deep mantel and strong.
Trying to decide what size of tv to mount over our fireplace.
Samsung tvs should never exceed 104 degrees fahrenheit.
Tv s are taller than the most popular linear fireplaces so they already give the impression of being top heavy on the wall.
We ve endeavoured to get the tv as low as possible above the fireplace so that whether it is game of thrones suits or the kardashians we won t judge you.
When considering mounting a tv above a fireplace though it s important to consider how hot the wall will get while the fire is roaring and whether this could cause heat related damage to the.
Let me make it easier for you.
Was thinking of hanging a 70 inch tv that measures 62 inches wide by 36 high.
Before you even think of mounting a tv above your fireplace light a fire and check the temperature first.
Imagine you are sitting at one of the first three rows at the movies.
Tamara leicester of tamara heather interior design expertise.
We asked him if he had a tv mounted over his fireplace.
You can mount your tv over the fireplace but you may not want to unless you never use the fireplace.
The case against a tv over the fireplace arguing against.
No i live in a 100 plus year old home and would never put a tv in my formal living room over the fireplace hullinger told us.
Matching your tv size to your fireplace escea understands that while the fireplace is the heart of the home you can t watch the latest episode of grand designs on our fires yet.
Only mount a tv above a fireplace if temperatures in that spot do not surpass 100 degrees fahrenheit.
Your primary concern will be the heat.
It would leave about 12 inches on the sides and about 3 inches on top and bottom.
Consider proper ventilation integrated electrical and comfortable mounting heights from hgtv remodels before installing a flat panel tv over your fireplace.
And the higher the tv is the more you will be straining your neck.