Flat Panel TV's and Fireplaces

It seems that one of the most popular places to put a flat panel TV is over a Fireplace.

However, check your warranty real good. Many manufacturers of these TV's will void the warranty on TV's placed over fireplaces. I've talked to a few Clients who've had Service Tech's come out to work on their TV's and when they see that it is located over a Fireplace, the owners were told that the warranty would not cover repairs or replacement because it was located over a Fireplace.

It doesn't seem to matter whether the Fireplace is a sealed gas log unit or an open wood burning fireplace, it's a no no placing your TV above it. Hey folks, you have to remember that flat panel TV's aren't fireplace accessories!

Just something to think about before you stick your new TV over the Fireplace. Be sure to read your warranty information very carefully. If you have any questions, call the manufacturers 800 number and get the official word on whether or not placing your TV over a fireplace will void it's warranty.

Don