skip to main content
Software
Integrations
Mobile App
Expert Support
All-In-One Platform for Construction and Design
See Pricing
Schedule a Demo
Talk to Sales: (888) 316-4595
My builder uses Houzz Pro to plan the timeline and give detailed estimates and daily updates with photos of progress, and provide invoices at pre-agreed key points in the build. This made the whole experience much more efficient and stress-free.
Steve W.
Client of Cribbs Construction
Learn More
Ideas
Discussions
Houzz TV
Houzz Research
Sign In
Houzz Logo Print
Explore DiscussionsFeatured Home DiscussionsFeatured Garden Discussions
mich68az

With a tv above the fireplace where would the cable box and dvd players be placed?

14 years ago
last modified: 14 years ago
Great Room · More Info

Comments (4)

  • PRO
    14 years ago
    Everything is stored in the mechanical room and operated through a home automation system, the one we use is called Elan.
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    A home automation system is the way to go for this situation. Products like Control4, Savant and others can help you out. For more information, take a quick peek at our web site (www.ResidentialSystemsInc.com).
  • 11 years ago
    what is the comfortable recommended viewing hight for a TV above fireplace
  • PRO
    11 years ago
    Hi Sheriag,

    Unfortunately, there's no perfect answer to that question. It's more a question of viewing angle than viewing height. I wouldn't recommend more than 15 to 20 degrees above horizontal. Otherwise, you get a lot of neck strain when watching TV for long periods of time.

    In general, if you are putting a TV above the fireplace, the lower you can put it, the better the viewing angle will be.

    Travis
Related Stories
DECORATING GUIDESHow to Hide Your TV Cables
By Vanessa Brunner
Make your TV room clutter-free by hiding your electronics in the wall
Full Story
22
MORE ROOMSWhere to Put the TV When the Wall Won't Work
By Pangaea Interior Design, Portland, OR
See the 3 Things You'll Need to Float Your TV Away From the Wall
Full Story
21
FIREPLACESGoodbye, TV — Hello, Fireplace
By The Inman Company
Hide the television above the fireplace with clever camouflage, so the focus will be right where you want it
Full Story
55
MORE ROOMSTech in Design: Where to Put Your Flat-Screen TV
By Pangaea Interior Design, Portland, OR
Popcorn, please: Enjoy all the new shows with a TV in the best place for viewing
Full Story
41
HOME TECHDesign Dilemma: Where to Put the Flat-Screen TV?
By decordemon
TV Placement: How to Get the Focus Off Your Technology and Back On Design
Full Story
37
Today's Question: TV Fireplace Dilemma
By Lily Gahagan
Should the TV Go Above the Fireplace — or Not? Have Your Say!
Full Story
25
MOST POPULAR7 Ways to Rock a TV and Fireplace Combo
By The Inman Company
Win the battle of the dueling focal points with a thoughtful fireplace arrangement that puts attention right where you want it
Full Story
121
ENTERTAININGGenius Home Prep: A Guest Room in a Box
By Alison Hodgson
No dedicated guest room? Make hosting overnighters easier by keeping the essentials in one place
Full Story
181
HOME TECHNew Strategies for Hiding the TV
By Becky Harris
Its easy to be discreet when you've got cabinets, panels and high-tech TV hiders like these
Full Story
106
FUN HOUZZ9 Places for the TV We Haven't Seen — Yet
By Molly Brandenburg
Tube watching ventures into uncharted territory. How far would you go in your own home?
Full Story
48
Sponsored
More Discussions
Island Lighting Pendents
7
Exterior Paint Ideas please
20
bathroom remodel
12
Great Room Dining Location and Lighting
5
Floorplan issue - Entryway
11