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You can’t install a real fireplace in an apartment, but it’s what creates coziness in rural cottages. You can get by with a cheap imitation, or you can buy an electric fireplace with the effect of a live fire and bring the necessary family atmosphere to the living room. You will learn about all the intricacies of design from this article.
Is it possible to hang a TV above the fireplace?
The minimum height of the niche for the firebox of a classic wood-burning fireplace together with the external frame is 100 cm. The height for mounting an LCD panel is too high. This will create tension on the eyes and neck. Modern design projects may involve low electric fireplaces. There are more opportunities for comfortable placement of a TV device above the fireplace.
The electric fireplace is placed low to the floor, the space between it and the TV is filled with a protective shelf Source ikea.com
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How to solve the problem of combining a fireplace and a TV, if such a problem arises
It is not recommended to install a TV or other device above a real fireplace, flush with a vertical surface. It is possible to use an electric fireplace - it is easier to lower the combustion temperature while the TV is on. There are a number of solutions available to safely integrate the plasma panel into the area directly above the fireplace. If you ignore them, you can quickly lose expensive equipment or spoil your health.
The presence of a wide mantelpiece helps to reflect hot air currents coming from the fireplace so that they do not heat up the TV Source kitchenremont.ru
5 recommendations on how best to combine a fireplace and TV:
- In general, do not light a fire in the firebox while using the TV.
- Install an electric fireplace and adjust the temperature while the TV is on, lowering it, leaving only lighting for aesthetics. Or buy an imitation electric fireplace - a lamp without a heat source.
- Provide a protective barrier between the firebox and the TV. It partially redirects the flow of hot air away from the equipment.
- Purchase an exclusive TV panel model that includes artificial coolers.
- To avoid neck problems, it is better to place the sofa or chair as far as possible in front of the TV panel.
- To improve visibility, the device is mounted on special brackets. It is desirable that they be adjustable.
- Another way to improve viewing experience is to purchase a non-LED or LCD device, an OLED TV. It has a virtually unlimited viewing angle.
- The live fire of a real fireplace should be covered with glass. It is appropriate to install a cast iron firebox with a glass door.
- Order TV equipment installation services from a professional installer. In most cases, it is extremely difficult to independently organize wiring near a fireplace chimney. This should be done by a specialist.
The position of the fireplace and TV next to each other requires a panel bracket that has a wide downward angle. The market offers more advanced models of brackets - motorized options that allow you to bring the screen to a position at eye level.
TV on a motorized bracket Source ikt1367.ru
Warning! When bringing the panel to eye level, do not allow the fire to burn in the fireplace.
Installation rules and parameters:
- height of the placement point from the floor – 150-180 cm;
- the minimum distance from a 42 cm diagonal TV to the recreation area (upholstered furniture is usually installed there) is 190-200 m;
- wall surface design - a niche made of metal plasterboard profiles;
- the threshold of dangerous temperature values when heating a TV device is about +45˚С;
- the wider the mantelpiece, the less risk of equipment overheating;
- the distance between the fireplace and the TV is 80-100 cm.
The basic rule of comfort is that the higher the TV panel is placed above the fireplace, the further away the sofa or chair should be for relaxing and watching TV shows. A recess in the niche is a prerequisite for reasons of fire safety, concealment of electrical wiring, and protection of electronics from the effects of fireplace heat. To control the temperature of the TV installation, a thermometer is placed near it.
What is a biofireplace
This is an environmentally friendly type of fireplace that runs on bioethanol. It is not the biofuel itself that burns in the firebox, but its vapor. The fuel itself does not emit harmful substances, unpleasant odors, soot, soot or sparks. Complete advantages, given the close location of the equipment.
Why can't you place a TV above a wood-burning or gas fireplace?
- The combustion temperature of firewood or any type of gas significantly exceeds the combustion temperature of bioethanol. The fire temperature when using biofuel is in the range of 250-400°C, while logs and gas burn at temperatures from 500° to 1000°C.
- Exposure to high temperatures may cause the TV to malfunction.
- A wood-burning fireplace, even with a good chimney system, allows some of the combustion products to enter the room. Over time, a dense layer forms inside the TV, which can cause short circuits or overheating.
- In addition to the firebox, wood-burning fireplaces heat the chimney, and therefore the wall.
It follows from this that the main disadvantages of wood-burning and gas fireplaces lie in their heating function. With a biofireplace, it is much easier to organize thermal insulation, and it does not require the installation of a chimney. The only thing that might be easier is to use an electric fireplace, but not all clients agree to have an imitation instead of a real fireplace.
Rice. 2. An example of a built-in bio-fireplace in the design of a country house
Options for combining a fireplace and TV in various styles
In order not to constantly lift your head high when watching TV programs, you can hang the TV not above the fireplace itself, but slightly to the side of it at a lower level. This solution allows us to solve the problem of comfort, relieving the neck and vision from unnecessary stress. Interesting compositions that include a lower shelf, on top of which a fireplace is “installed,” and a little further away from it is a TV.
The TV is not installed above the fireplace itself, but to the side of it, which allows you to use objects with maximum safety Source myidealdesign.ru
A TV above the fireplace is an overly noticeable interior accent. Illiterate distribution of colors, shapes and distances creates an overload of priorities in space. The fireplace and TV panel should match each other in style. Therefore, panels framed in a carved picture frame are hung above a classic fireplace, and the edging is made of the same material as the mantelpiece.
A harmonious combination of chalet-style framing of the wall around the TV, fireplace shelves, firewood, armchairs and skin rug on the floor Source svoimirykamiinfo.ru
If we start from the design of modern household appliances - LCD panels, then the decoration of the fireplace should echo the modern style. This speaks to the need to design a fireplace without reference to historical traditional styles. As a last resort, the TV can be hidden behind a picture - place it in a niche, like in a closet, which will be closed with a picture door. Then the fireplace can be made in a classic style.
In addition to being covered with a painting, the TV device is hidden behind a mirror, a door reminiscent of a furniture façade, a safe, and a decorative grille. There are also complex methods - to hide it behind a retractable panel, the front side of which completely repeats the design of the wall decoration, practically merging with it. A retractable panel is especially needed for classic interiors, where the modern design of the TV does not fit well with the fireplace.
Soffits above this area, lamps or floor lamps will be superfluous elements in filling the space. Decorations include candlesticks, paintings, dishes, floor vases, a forged stand for fireplace accessories, and a firewood rack. Fresh flowers cannot withstand the high temperatures of the hearth. If necessary, use artificial flowers in small quantities.
The modern style of the room also involves extraordinary solutions. An ensemble of a fireplace and a TV above it is arranged as an interior partition, a columnar structure in the middle of the room, or in a hanging manner. If the fireplace is suspended above the floor in the middle of the room, the TV also hangs above it, one vertical at a time. This method allows you to save more functions - the panel can be rotated in different directions.
Fireplace and TV above it in the center of the room Source artumstudio.ru
When choosing colors for the TV frame and fireplace trim, experts often settle on choosing just two shades. More tones can create an imbalance in the atmosphere. The selected pair of colors can be contrasting, organic in shades, or matched to match. For example, a black mantel and a white electrical frame. It is also convenient to combine beige, milky, sand and brown shades with white, olive, blue and other pleasant colors.
Two solid colors were chosen - brown trim and black color of the TV screen and glass of the fireplace insert Source nl.pinterest.com
Playing with spatial placement can make a design feel organic and inviting. The fireplace portal is almost on the floor or placed above the floor at a distance of 20-30 cm. In this case, the TV does not hang strictly on a straight vertical line, but slightly to the side. It is enough to move it to the side by 30-50 cm to get the correct zigzag or diagonal. Such solutions are complemented by decor - decorative plates on free sections of the wall, shelves with original figurines.
The corner area for the fireplace and TV panel above it saves space and is conveniently located when using objects. These options are suitable for rooms with small areas. Projects where there is a window without a heating radiator near the corner are especially good. In case of strong heating of the fireplace, in order to avoid overheating of the equipment, you can open the window slightly to balance the temperatures.
Corner fireplace with TV Source avatars.mds.yandex.net
A great way to diversify your interior and save space is to integrate a fireplace and a TV above it into the furniture. The living room set for the TV panel will play the role of a niche. In this case, it is also convenient to hide the wires. It's easy to install a raised shelf above the fireplace that reflects the flow of heat, redirecting it away from the electronics. On the sides there are floor cabinets with shelves. Shelves can be either open or hidden behind furniture fronts.
TV above the fireplace surrounded by cabinets with bookshelves Source decorumdesign.ru
Visual increase in space
Like any other small room, the living room needs to visually expand the space. Designers recommend using the following techniques that will further emphasize the effectiveness of the hearth:
- More light. Properly selected and correctly installed lighting for all parts of the room, including accent lighting in the hearth area. This can visually expand the living room space.
- More pastel shades. To prevent a bulky fireplace from occupying a good half of the room and reducing the volume of an already small living room, decorate the fireplace itself and the space surrounding it in the lightest possible or neutral shades.
- Vertical accents, light and transparent materials, mirrors - this is not a complete list of solutions that can make the design of a small living room with a fireplace airier and lighter.
In general, the flight of imagination of designers is limitless, so it is important to find this fine line that separates style from bulky pretentiousness.
Let's sum it up
A biofireplace is the optimal solution in situations where you need to place a fireplace under a TV. The operating features of the device set it apart from its analogues, and the installation rules are quite simple. To know how to place a bio-fireplace under a TV, carefully study the instructions for the model for a detailed list of rules.
If you have questions related to the choice of model, installation location or operation of the eco-hearth, we recommend that you seek expert advice. This will help you make the right choice, and the use of the equipment will be comfortable and safe for health.
What types of biofireplaces are used for installation under a TV
Equipment manufacturers offer various methods of fixing and mounting the device. The lightness of the hearth allows you to install the fireplace using simple methods and tools.
The following types of eco-fireplaces are suitable for installation under a TV.
- Floor-mounted, wall-mounted, imitating a classic wood-burning hearth.
- Wall-mounted: fixed directly to the wall. These can be either powerful models with a large line of fire or compact bio-candle fireplaces.
- Built-in: the device is supposed to be installed in a prepared portal, niche, or even furniture.
One of the original solutions is to install a biofuel fireplace in a cabinet under the TV. It looks really unusual, but the main thing is that if all installation rules are followed, the design will be safe and reliable.
Rice. 3. Installation diagram of a bio-fireplace under a plasma TV
List of verified manufacturers
Many brands manufacture biofireplaces. The main emphasis in the development of new models is on the safety of the device and ease of use.
Such brands are popular among Russian users.
- Decoflame is a supplier of unusual devices with original designs. The brand's products belong to the elite category, and this is absolutely justified - the reliability and durability of Decoflame biofireplaces is beyond any doubt.
- GlammFire is a Portuguese manufacturer whose products are highly valued by experts. Conceptual solutions used by developers and designers allowed the company to enter the list of the world's best brands for the production of biofireplaces.
- Art Flame - luxurious bio-fireplaces using expensive materials, including gold. A great way to demonstrate to guests and visitors to the home the well-being of the owner and his refined taste.
- Planika is a large corporation producing various household products. The brand's range of biofireplaces offers an affordable price with the highest build quality and thoughtful design of the device.
- Bio Blaze is a Dutch company that produces a wide range of biofireplace models, components and accessories for them. The manufacturer is constantly looking for new and unusual solutions that can increase the practicality of the eco-hearth.
When choosing a bio-fireplace for a TV, you need to make sure that the selected product is certified and manufactured at the factory.
Rice. 10. Horizontal built-in biofireplace
