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Today a number of flat screen televisions are available in the market which is slim and very light in weight as compared to the one which people used before and since long. Today its mounting have become very popular and fireplace TV is very much in demand because of the classy look.
If a person is planning to mount a TV over fireplace then they must have the tools for it to do it in the safe and secured way. One must follow some instruction while installing a television set on the wall.
A person must not directly start the process of hooking the television on any wall or ceiling because it is not safe to carry TV for a long time and deciding its position also at the same time. It's suggested to first place the mount on the wall, mark the places which are required to be drilled. This will not create frustration, stress and worry and this can be done in the best way by an expert electrician.
Drill holes wherever marked and find the stud in the hollow wall with the help of a locator for the same. Screw the mount on the back of television as mentioned in the instruction booklet. Then screw it on the wall.
The height of the television must be such that it does not cause sprain in the neck that it it must be comfortable level.
Because the fireplace is warm, it will also affect the television, so the TV must be mounted at a distance from it. For this measure the temperature of the location using thermometer which is normal for its hanging.
During the process of mounting a TV over fireplace, handle the television carefully so that it doesn't get scratched and screen is safe. While screwing the mount at the back of the television do not keep its screen towards the ground because this may damage the screen.
While the drilling process, take care that the wall which covers the furnace is not affected.
This new feature of mounting a fireplace TV provides a lot of profit like space saving, better angle for viewing but the wires makes the place cluttered. These wires must be hidden to make the place beautiful and pleasing. For hiding them just bunch them all together like the cord and wires for connecting other devices like DVD player speaker etc. then paint them in the same color as the wall for quick and affordable solution to remove the disorganized look.
Today even cloth cord covers are available in the market which even decorates the area.
One can even fix shelves for placing decorative items, books over it which will hide the wires behind.
Plastic cord covers are available in the market which could be installed to run the wire through them. This will be safe as well as organized. This will make the place clear as well.
It is also recommended to secure the television from excessive heat with the help of the mantel. As television also releases heat its better to switch it off when the temperature increases. This will keep the TV set safe and will make it durable.
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