The professional recommendation is that you should not mount a TV on your chimney breast if the temperature you measure is above 100°F, as it is no longer safe. However, anything above 90°F could cause damage to your TV so it is important to check your manufacturer's suggestions. Click to see full answer
Can I install a TV on a disused chimney breast?
I have a disused fire place, I would like to install my TV onto the chimney breast which shouldn't be a problem. I would like to drill a hole to pass cables (using a 50mm diamond tip masonry hole cutter), but there is a stainless steel flue liner in the breast.
Can you have a cable chimney in the chimney?
if it is a wood burner , no you can not have a cable in same chimney, wot I would suggest is chisel the surface plaster place cable, plaster over.. yes the drill could cut into liner making useless. some gas, and some engineers do cement the top of the liner. to hold in place. we would use a cowl to hold in place these days tho.
Can You mount a TV on a wood burning stove?
This mostly applies to gas or wood burning fireplaces, as electric fireplaces don’t usually emit enough heat, but it’s recommended to do a temperature check on all Fireplaces before mounting a TV.
Where should I Hang my TV above my fireplace?
If you are looking for a home for your TVs, one of the most popular solutions is to hang it above your fireplace, mounting it to the chimney breast and taking the place of a large decorative mirror or piece of art.
Can you put a TV on top of a chimney?
Can I drill into my chimney breast?
How far can you drill into a chimney breast?
Are chimney breasts hollow?
Testing
The best way to tell quickly is to just give your chimney breast a temperature check. Generally, it’s best to keep electronics away from anything warmer than 35-37 degrees Celcius. They don’t stand up well to that type of heat, and TVs already can get quite hot on their own.
Type of Fireplace
This is specifically important in terms of gas vs. solid fuel fireplaces. A gas-powered fireplace can easily get up to temperatures that could damage electronics, but it can also be turned off.
What About Wiring?
Wiring is always a concern when mounting a TV. Exposed, disorganised wires are just plain ugly. But when you add in a potentially hot chimney breast, it gets more important. They can melt and even catch fire if done poorly or exposed to high heat, which is… less than ideal.
Mounting to Masonry or Concrete
If your masonry or concrete chimney breast is well insulated enough to accommodate the electronics, it’s possible to mount it directly on. While the manner may vary, you can double-check with your manufacturer. To do this, you’ll need a few things:
Can you drill a liner in a fireplace?
If the liner is to your fireplace and you do not wish to use them yes you can drill but as stated above there could be vermiculite. It is your decision but should the flue be ever brought back to use then a new liner/other work will need to be conducted .
Can a drill cut through a chimney liner?
The drill can cut through the liner quite easily and you need to put a camera down the chimney to see if the void has been filled , I would look for paperwork about the installation even phone the installation people up and ask directly
KiloBravo
Complete DIY simpleton here (but I'm trying!), so please bear with me...
Lucid
Whether the thread is about mounting a TV bracket or speaker brackets makes no difference. It's all about dealing with walls, which is the essence of what you're asking.
KiloBravo
Thanks lucid.
Mottie
When I used the magnets though, there seems to be metal strips going along the edges of the chimney wall and around fireplace space at the bottom, what's that for?
Lucid
Thanks lucid. Having looked through the links (particularly the firstl) I'm almost certain it's dot and dab and explains why I couldn't find any studs.
KiloBravo
Thanks for the information all. That's given me a good starting place for what needs to be done.
Testing
- The best way to tell quicklyis to just give your chimney breast a temperature check. Generally, it’s best to keep electronics away from anything warmer than 35-37 degrees Celcius. They don’t stand up well to that type of heat, and TVs already can get quite hot on their own. You can use a laser thermometer to take the temperature. Just get the fire ...
Type of Fireplace
- This is specifically important in terms of gas vs. solid fuel fireplaces. A gas-powered fireplace can easily get up to temperatures that could damage electronics, but it can also be turned off. Solid fuel fires, on the other hand, can quickly rise in temperature before you know it. If left unattended, it’s entirely possible that a wood fire could quickly and irreparably damage a TV.
What About Wiring?
- Wiring is always a concern when mounting a TV. Exposed, disorganised wires are just plain ugly. But when you add in a potentially hot chimney breast, it gets more important. They can melt and even catch fire if done poorly or exposed to high heat, which is… less than ideal. You have two options here: 1. If it’s a plaster chimney breast, you can recess the wires into the wall. This will hi…
Mounting to Masonry Or Concrete
- If your masonry or concrete chimney breast is well insulated enough to accommodate the electronics, it’s possible to mount it directly on. While the manner may vary, you can double-check with your manufacturer. To do this, you’ll need a few things: 1. Wall bracket for TV 2. Power drill (a cordless one with a hammer function, like an SDS drill) 3. Masonry drill bits 4. Level 5. Sharpie 6…