What to do with the oak trim around fireplace

11 years ago

We have just moved into our new home. Everything in the house is trimmed out in oak. I don't love the trim around the fireplace and the bookcases don't allow for a TV higher up. Any suggestions on how to update the look and so I put the TV above the fireplace?

(PS painting out the green)

Featured Answer

PRO

Nor-Cal Floor Design, Inc

11 years ago

I would agree with painting the cabinets and trim. The size of the tv may look a little off, if it's above the fireplace. What about removing the cabinet on the right side and wall mounting the tv on a arm so it can swing out when need or be pushed up against the wall when not in use. You could even lower the cabinet on the right so you still get the use of it. Good luck!

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (7)

hayleydaniels
11 years ago
Get yourself a nice credenza for the TV so you and your family don't end up with chronic head a neck pain from having it tilted back in an unnatural position.
PRO
DC Interiors & Renovations
11 years ago
You can paint the wood trim around the fireplace grey to go with the grey tile. As far as cabinets around the fireplace, I would remove one of them (or both) and either replace them or put a TV table there.
Related Professionals
Albany Interior Designers & Decorators · McAlester Interior Designers & Decorators · Chambersburg Interior Designers & Decorators · Selma Architects & Building Designers · Pittsburg Architects & Building Designers · Aurora Architects & Building Designers · Lancaster Architects & Building Designers · La Grande Architects & Building Designers · Topeka Kitchen & Bathroom Designers · Kansas City Kitchen & Bathroom Designers · San Marcos Kitchen & Bathroom Designers · Escanaba Kitchen & Bathroom Designers · New York City Kitchen & Bathroom Designers · Superior Kitchen & Bathroom Designers · Cowansville Kitchen & Bathroom Designers
PRO
Maize Remodeling, LLC.
11 years ago
I would suggest painting the mantle and the built cabinets. This would add interest to the space and offer a more modern look. I Hope that helps
Lor Castle
11 years ago
Maybe paint the gold oil rubbed bronze
cmk024
11 years ago
This is how my husband finished our fireplace. The viewing angle is fine for us. Another bonus is that the tv doesn't get blocked when people walk in front of it at a key point in the game!
haugenjo
10 years ago
You'll notice in taratink's photo that the furniture is pushed back a bit from the fireplace area. Therefore, the higher viewing angle works ok. Since your furniture is closer, I think taking the advice of Nor-Cal and putting the tv on an arm on the side would be better. That is what we did. We love it.