Mounting TV Above Fireplace


Looking for some guidance, suggestions...

Full remodel getting ready to install stacked stone fireplace surround (entire wall) and wanting to place tv mount before stone goes up...I'm eliminating the mantle...and adding a gas insert.

How high above the fireplace would you want your television?
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Make sure you have a heavy duty plywood backer board mounted to studs for your TV arm mount to attach.

Our TV is mounted about 45 inches above the floor and works fine
Google the available “tv mounts over fireplace pull down”

the swing both out AND down to be positioned lower over the mantle and/or fireplace to lower the screen height position 
I put in a great Heat N Glow gas insert, puts out a lot of heat.  It gave minimum distances to flammable material specs.  You don't want to get your TV too close.  My TV was up high but tilted down a little.  When reclined in my chair with my head laid back, it was just right.  Standing in the kitchen was good, too.