milk4dh OP t1_iu4thli wrote on October 28, 2022 at 3:37 PM

Reply to comment by Superbead in How can I hang a TV and mantle over a fireplace when I don't know what lies behind the stonework? by milk4dh

The furniture came with the house and we have no intention on changing it at the moment (it will be used as a second/income property)

Superbead t1_iu4v11o wrote on October 28, 2022 at 3:48 PM

I know what it's not what you want to hear, but if you're the only person fussed about the symmetry yada yada of having a tiny squinty TV up on high over the fireplace at the expense of function, yet you're not going to be living there most of the time, why not simply save yourself the fucking around entirely and put the TV on a cabinet to the left of the fireplace like someone else has suggested here? Your tenants can move the furniture around to suit.

milk4dh OP t1_iu4vxsh wrote on October 28, 2022 at 3:53 PM

Because when I'm there, after a long day of skiing, I want to light a fire, sit down, and watch a game or movie on a HIGH TV so I can see both without turning my head. That's what I like and trying to achieve.

I appreciate everyone's concern about the TV being too high. There was a time where I'd agree. But after having a few high TVs, I realized I actually like it. Kids running around getting in the way of the screen has not been an issue. If I want to get up and socialize in the kitchen, I can still see over everyone's head. It's what I'm going to do, and no one is changing my mind dammit!

TWK1990 t1_iu5jhap wrote on October 28, 2022 at 6:30 PM

I always worry about the longevity of electronics at any temperature above 25C. Sure it probably won't fry the TV over night. Maybe not in a year or two. But I would be a little worried about it.

Have fun with your ski chalet. You swanky bastard. I am very jealous. Cheers.