Benefits and Drawbacks of Hanging Television sets over Fireplaces

Mounting the TV over the fireplace is an age-old practice. It looks aesthetically pleasing and makes space to accommodate the rest of the furniture pieces. Unlike the other days, TVs have become slimmer and light-weighted nowadays. Hence, mounting them with only hinges for support is no riskier. However, many people are worried because their TV sets are at risk of getting damaged due to the fumes and the rising temperature. 

Buy fireplaces in Mansfield with the proper ventilation facilities so that you can mount your TV sets on the top of the same. Before you decide to mount your TV above the fireplace, check out the pros and cons of the same. 

Pros of hanging TV sets over fireplaces

High visibility

Hanging a TV over the fireplace creates an opportunity for making the TV visible from every part of the room. The fireplace is generally located at a prime location; hence, the TV gives a good view and good picture quality when mounted. In most houses, the fireplaces are centrally located; hence, mounting a TV set will help keep the picture quality aligned. 

Availability of extra space

Along with visibility, mounting the TV on top of the fireplace will ensure that you get a lot of space in the drawing-room to accommodate other furniture pieces. Otherwise, the TV needs to be kept on a big TV rack that will certainly occupy a huge amount of space in the room. 

Aesthetically attractive 

Mounting the TV on top of the fireplace makes the same look aesthetically attractive and pleasing. If you have got a decorated fireplace, then the TV on top will add to the beauty of the interiors. 

Cons of hanging TV sets over fireplaces

Potential heat damage

The biggest risk of hanging a TV above the fireplace is the potential damage that might be caused due to the excessive hot temperature and fumes emitted from the fireplaces. To avoid damage, you must choose a fireplace that does not emit fumes inside the house. 

Neck pain possibilities 

Viewing the TV at such heights for long hours may create neck and eye pain. This unusual posture for long hours can give rise to spondylitis which is a long term illness and incurable if the pain increases. 

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