TV over fireplace?

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Originally Posted by whippersnapper

When we bought out HDTV (a 50" Pioneer Elite 1080P model - a MAJOR investment for our family) my wife asked the Tweeters manager where we bought it if we could place it above the fireplace (I had already told her that I didn't think THAT was a good idea). Before he replied "definitely not" he had the look a world famous chef might have on his face upon seeing someone throw a mouse into his favorite creation. So, with that look on my face, I add to the voices saying "No, don't do that".

Edit: We use our fireplace somewhat regularly. My no wouldn't apply for those who don't actually use their fireplaces.

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My name is Rob and i work for bestbuy/Magnolia

The salesperson you had at tweeter isnt exactly correct. The fireplace is a very common install nowadays and yes on some, you cannot do it. Best bet for anyone wanting this install would be to have it professionally done. At best buy, we offer consultations for a $100 wich basiclly means, we send an installer and a salesperson to your home to see if any install is possible, and what product would work best. Best part of that deal is, not only do you see if your idea would pan out, but that 100 comes off of your purchase. I had one the other day resulting in a 65'' panasonic 1080p being put over a fireplace...=)

as far as that 1080p pioneer...we just lowered the price to like 4k...GREAT PRICE...the tv was flying off the shelves at our stores when we were offering a free 50'' 720p pioneer with it