Best TV Mount for Above-Fireplace Install (2026) — Tilt + Pull-Down Picks
Above-fireplace mounts need tilt (or pull-down) to fix viewing angle. They also need cable concealment that runs through finished masonry. Picks below for both.
Mounting a TV above a fireplace solves a layout problem and creates two new ones: viewing angle (you're looking up at it from the couch) and heat (a working fireplace pushes 200°+ air past the TV). The right mount fixes both.
Quick Comparison
| Pick | Best For | Approx Price |
|---|---|---|
| Best Pull-Down | MantelMount MM540 Pull-Down TV Mount | $450-$650 |
| Best Tilt (Budget) | ECHOGEAR EGLT2 Tilting Mount (32"-90") | $60-$90 |
| Best Masonry Anchors | Hilti Kwik Bolt 3 Concrete Wedge Anchors | $25-$45/box |
Our Picks
Tilt vs Pull-Down vs Full-Motion
Tilt mount ($60-100): permanent 10-15° downward tilt. Solves viewing angle without moving parts. Best for non-functional or rarely-used fireplaces.
Pull-down mount ($300-700): pulls TV down and tilts forward when you watch, retracts back up when you don't. Best for active fireplaces because it gets the TV out of the heat zone.
Full-motion mount ($200-500): swings TV out and around. Less ideal above fireplace because the arm hardware is visible and the resting position usually still tilts wrong.
Heat Considerations
If you use the fireplace, run a remote thermometer above the mantel for one fire. If it stays under 100°F, any mount works. If it pushes past 120°F, get a pull-down mount — modern TVs warranty out at sustained 95°F+ temperatures.
The mantel itself is the heat shield — a deep mantel (8"+) deflects most heat outward. A shallow or no-mantel install above an active fireplace is where TVs cook.
Cable Concealment Through Masonry
Most fireplace surrounds are masonry (brick, stone, tile). You can't run wires through that. Three options:
- Pre-routed conduit if you're remodeling — schedule low-voltage during framing
- External conduit painted to match — cleanest retrofit, runs alongside the surround
- Power Bridge to a wall outlet next to the fireplace — splits power and HDMI; stays code-compliant
Mount Hardware for Brick / Stone
Concrete sleeve anchors (Tapcon HD or Hilti Kwik Bolt) — drill with a masonry bit, hammer in the sleeve, tighten the bolt. Don't use plastic anchors in brick. Lag bolts only work on a wood-framed faux fireplace surround.
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Get a TV Mounting Quote →Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to mount a TV above a working fireplace?
Depends on heat. Use a pull-down mount above active fireplaces. Tilt is fine for non-working or decorative.
How much for a pull-down install?
$199-349 in California. Includes mount install, cable conduit, and full setup test.
Can I run cables through the brick?
No — solid masonry can't be drilled out for cable. Run external conduit painted to match.
Do I need a special anchor for brick?
Yes — concrete wedge anchors (Hilti Kwik Bolt or Tapcon HD). Plastic anchors fail in masonry.
What's the maximum TV weight for a pull-down?
MantelMount MM540 handles 90 lb. Heavier TVs go on the MM860 (rated 130 lb).
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