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I have an asymmetrical, floor to ceiling, fieldstone fireplace in my mid century modern home and would like to attach a simple wooden box that would compliment our floating stairway. I would also like to be able to use this mantel for a 42" flat screen television and would hide all of the wiring within the box. Any ideas about how to attach something like this to the rock or mortar? What kind of anchors could I use?
Hello Mary, 1st I am not a big fan of TV's over fireplace's (heat) 2nd make sure the mantel is 12" above the opening and 6" on both sides (minimum clearance to combustibles) Then maybe leave room behind the frame of the mantel (to house a 2 x 4 sub frame) and then anchor the 2 x 4 to the stone work with masonry anchors and then screw the mantel to the 2 x 4's? Or you could hire a contractor.
James
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| Comment | Thank you, James! I like the idea of affixing a 2x4 but don't understand the "6 inches on either side" statement. I also am not terribly geeked about fireplaces above fireplaces, but it is massive, the focal point of the room and the room's balance is really thrown off when the tv is anywhere else. Personally, I'd just as soon get rid of the tv...time waster...and make more time for healthier pursuits. Thanks, again, Mary Ellen | ||
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I am a chimney sweep with over 22 years of experience, CSIA certified and member of the NCSG, I can answer questions about smoky fire places, wood stoves, and heating units (boiler and furnace chimneys) do you need a relining? A cap? And much more
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