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Learn the safe and secure method of attaching a TV to a brick fireplace. Ready to convert your brick fireplace into a cozy TV area? With the right tools, precautions, and a helping hand, you can easily mount your new TV and start enjoying your favorite shows in no time.
Essential Information
Ensure your TV is positioned correctly, at least 42 inches above the ground and 12 inches above the fireplace. Mark and drill holes using a hammer drill and masonry bit. Follow the instructions provided with your wall mount and TV bracket for the installation process.
Installation Steps
Ensure your TV is positioned at least 12 inches above the fireplace.
Protect your TV from heat and smoke damage with proper spacing. It's crucial to maintain sufficient distance between your TV and the fireplace to shield it from heat. For safety, hang your TV at least 42 inches above the ground and 12 inches above the fireplace.
Mark the locations for drilling.
Mark the wall bracket's position and drill holes accordingly. Select a sturdy wall mount, preferably made of materials like stainless steel, capable of supporting your TV's weight. Utilize the wall bracket provided with the mount to mark hole positions. Verify hole alignment and spacing with a level.
Drill holes at the marked points.
Enhance drilling efficiency with a hammer drill and masonry drill bits. Begin drilling gently, then exert more pressure to penetrate the brick fully. When dealing with brick, opt for either concrete screws or concrete strike anchors along with washers. Verify drilling depth according to screw or anchor packaging and use safety glasses to shield your eyes from debris.
Secure the TV bracket firmly to the wall.
Fasten the bracket using pre-drilled holes and bracket openings as guidance. Employ a drill for concrete screws and a hammer or rubber mallet for strike anchors. Once installed, tighten screws around the anchors with a wrench. Ensure proper positioning, as both types are removable. Have a #3 Phillips-head bit handy for screw installation and enlist assistance when securing the mount.
Connect your TV to the wall mount.
Mount brackets onto the TV prior to wall installation. Adhere to mount-specific instructions, attaching brackets with provided fasteners. Lift the TV with assistance and align brackets to settle onto the mount carefully.
Utilize a cord concealer for cable management.
Keep cables neatly organized and out of sight with a cord concealer. These concealers can be installed along walls, matching furniture colors while directing cables to outlets. Consider using cable sleeves for additional concealment or explore creative options like painting fireplace bricks to blend with wire colors or integrating wires into wall designs.
Helpful Tips
- Enlist assistance from a friend or family member to aid with heavy lifting and stabilization during the project.
Warnings
Ensure your TV is positioned at least 42 inches above the ground and 12 inches above the fireplace to shield it from heat and smoke. Allow sufficient space for the TV to hang without fireplace heat affecting it. Always wear safety glasses when using electric drills and drilling into concrete.
Essential Tools
- Hammer drill
- Masonry drill bits
- Tape measure
- Level
- Wall mount
- TV
- Concrete screws or concrete strike anchors
- Hammer or rubber mallet
- Wrench or #3 Philip's-head drill bit
- Cord concealer
- Safety glasses
- Extension cord (optional)
