65-Inch TV Mount Over Stone Fireplace in Ankeny

Stone fireplace installs are one of those jobs that separates a DIY attempt from a professional result. You can't just throw a standard wall anchor into stone and call it a day. It takes the right drill bits, the right hardware, and a solid understanding of how to find a secure anchor point without damaging the surround.

Here's what we were working with - a full stone fireplace surround with a white mantel shelf, and a brand new 65-inch TCL Roku TV that needed to sit flush, level, and rock solid above it. No wobble. No visible mess. Just a clean finish that looks like it belongs there.

Getting the height right on an above-fireplace mount matters more than people realize. Too high and you're craning your neck all night. Too low and the heat becomes a concern. We dial that in every time so the viewing angle actually works for the room.

The end result speaks for itself. The TV sits tight against the stone, perfectly level, with a clean look that doesn't pull attention away from the fireplace itself. That's the goal - a setup that feels intentional, not like an afterthought.

If you've got a new TV sitting in a box and a fireplace wall you've been staring at, this is exactly the kind of work we do every day in Ankeny and the surrounding area. No stress, no guesswork - just a done-right install you can enjoy the same day.