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Will a gas fireplace damage my tv?

It's well known that high temperatures and sensitive electronics are not a good mix. Consequently, a gas fireplace could damage a TV mounted above it if precautions are not taken. There are several ways to protect your big screen from the fireplace. Some of them are:

· Specific mounting systems are designed to protect the TV while providing a comfortable viewing height.

· During installation, framing techniques can do the same.

· Something as simple as a mantle can help deflect the heat away from the TV.

Some fireplaces fare better than others with a TV installed above them. The fireplace heat output and venting configuration can play a big part in determining how best to protect the TV.

Now would be the time to bring your plans or ideas and discuss them with your closest WE LOVE FIRE® expert. We'll be glad to help. It takes some planning before installing the fireplace and TV to ensure correct techniques are applied, all clearances are met, and proper materials are used. And soon, you'll be able to enjoy those movie nights with the kids even more!

Below is a list of fireplace and grill stores that service Virginia (VA)

Manassas, VA

Winston's Chimney Service
11301 Industrial Road
Manassas, VA 20109

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Mechanicsville, VA

Hearth & Home Shoppe
8151 Mechanicsville Tpk
Mechanicsville, VA 23111

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Roanoke, VA

Dixie Building Products Inc.
3342 Melrose Ave NW
Roanoke, VA 24017

Warrenton, VA

Costello's Warrenton Fireplace & Hot Tub
251 West Lee Hwy
Warrenton, VA 20186

For more information, contact your local fireplace and grill store.
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Joseph G. Bodden is a Wisconsin native and is semi-retired after 40+ years in marketing, sales and technical customer service work. Over 28 of those years have been in the fireplace industry, many as the Hearth Division Manager in an organization that operates two retail shops. During that time, Bodden was certified by the National Fireplace Institute in wood & gas technologies. He was also selected several times by Hearth & Home magazine as a judge for the annual VESTA awards that recognize manufacturers creativity and innovation in product design and technology. One thing that Joe particularly finds fulfilling is explaining fairly complex subjects to fireplace customers and steering them to specific products that will satisfy their objectives. There’s nothing like unsolicited positive feedback from a happy customer! Bodden lives in the scenic driftless region in southwest Wisconsin with his bride of 48 years. He enjoys the outdoors, playing guitar and spending time with their grandson and five granddaughters.

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  1. Pam
    I have ai field stone fireplace that extends up two floors. Would like to mount a TV to the first floor fireplace. Are there any issues with having a TV on the fieldstone near the actual hearth? Thanks, Pam
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    March 4, 2025
    • Joseph Bodden
      Pam, thank you for your question and spending time on WeLoveFire.com. As the article says, electronics and high temperatures are not a good mix. But TV's above fireplaces are quite popular these days. You didn't mention if you're burning wood or gas. If this is a masonry wood burning fireplace, we would not recommend installing a TV on the stone. Reason being: the stone "structure" will heat up when you build a fire. The hotter the fire is, and the longer you have it going, the more the stone will absorb that heat and radiate it into the living room and would likely damage the TV. If you have a wood burning insert or if you're burning gas, I would feel better about the TV not getting too warm. Referring back to the article, remember it's important to deflect the heat away from the TV. The best way to do this is with a mantle. If there's no mantle, we'd strongly encourage you to install one. Clearances for a combustible mantle may be an issue, so I would suggest taking a couple photo's and stop at your nearest WeLoveFire dealer. Show them your situation. I'm confident they will be glad to assist you. Good luck! Hope this helps. Please tell your friends and family about our site. Thanks!
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      March 4, 2025

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