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In most cases, you should not put a TV on a fireplace mantel. The minimum width required to put a TV safely on a shelf or mantel is 10 inches, but pre-made mantels are usually too shallow, averaging at only seven inches deep. If you do choose to place a TV above a mantel, it should be mounted to the wall. However, do so cautiously as heat radiating from the fireplace could potentially cause damage to electronics.

Identifying the source of noises is your first step to soundproofing a room without overspending. Generally, sound comes from inside or outside of the house. Inside noises include creaking floors, living noises like TVs in the living room, cooking sounds, or kids being kids. External noises generally include incremental weather, disturbing neighbors, and street traffic. Inside noises require you to soundproof floors, ceilings, and doors, whereas outside noises may require you to soundproof your attic, windows, and walls facing the streets.

Installing surround sound costs about $750 on average, ranging from $240 to $1,250, depending on the type of surround sound, number of rooms, wired or wireless, mounted or integrated speakers, and location. Full-room surround sound typically costs about $700 per room, but in-ceiling speakers only cost about $200 to $500 per pair. Consult your home theater design professional to determine the best surround sound solution for your project.