I want to fix the TV to the wall using the usual type of bracket, is there a minimum length of screw etc.? Also is it ok to put the TV over the gas fire?
2006-12-12 06:19:50 · 11 answers · asked by Dodge 1 in Consumer Electronics ➔ TVs
What's the wall made of? plasterboard on wooden or metal stud, brick/ block/ thermalite, or lath and plaster? I've fixed loads of tv's up to 43" to all types of walls. I think it may overheat if fitted above a gas fire.
2006-12-12 06:24:59 · answer #1 · answered by jayktee96 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-23 00:12:51 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should buy a compatable mounting kit sold separately at the same retailer you purchased the tv from. I'd also contract your owners manual for further instructions or call the manufacturer of the tv to see what's a good mounting kit to use. You could also try their website. If mounting near a fire place make sure it's what is it at least 3 feet from the hottest part of the fire and not near a direct heat source. You will void your warranty and possibly do damage to your electronics and cabling. Good luck.
2006-12-12 06:40:48 · answer #3 · answered by dave_83501 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
make sure you buy the right length screws check what the wall is made of ie brick, breezeblock etc. we have ours over the gas fire but we cant use the gas fire, just remember that. happy viewing "its like being at the pictures".
2006-12-12 06:29:20 · answer #4 · answered by ann_jacques 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Mount it to the studs in the wall use at least 1 in long screws . Gas fireplaces give off fumes, I would not do it
2006-12-12 06:24:24 · answer #5 · answered by shadouse 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
if you are asking this type of question, you really shouldnt be trying to do this yourself. there are many problems you could run into, the least of which would be having your tv fall and break.
2006-12-12 06:27:32 · answer #6 · answered by fast98ws6 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
make sure you use at least4-6 inch lag bolts making sure they go into a 2by4. no problem
2006-12-12 06:24:52 · answer #7 · answered by lovj 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Use a toggle bolt which expands behind the wall.
2006-12-12 06:23:04 · answer #8 · answered by Barkley Hound 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Have a threesome. and get one to hold up the TV
2006-12-12 06:22:12 · answer #9 · answered by Max Cherry 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you cannot use the fire at all mate sorry
2006-12-12 06:24:31 · answer #10 · answered by oG33MANo 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋