Where is the best place to place the TV?
When choosing a location for the TV, you first need to determine the angle from which it will be convenient to watch.
The distance ranges from 2 to 3 meters (depending on the diagonal) - this is the optimal location where the eyes will not get tired and viewing will be comfortable.
At too close a distance, you will have to constantly rotate your head, which, of course, will be very uncomfortable.
If you have a TV with not very good picture quality, the further away you place it, the better the picture quality will seem.
Adviсe
To install a TV, it is advisable to adhere to certain rules:
- TVs with a large diagonal should not be placed close to the place from which viewing is carried out. The most optimal distance to the screen is from three to five meters, so TVs with a diagonal of about 36 inches are inappropriate in small rooms.
- The most acceptable height from the floor to the center of the screen is 70 centimeters.
- Heating radiators are not the best neighbors for TVs. It is wrong from a design and practicality point of view to place a television device on any household appliance.
- Sunlight or light coming from an artificial light source should not shine directly on the screen.
- You need to leave a small gap between the wall on which the device is mounted and its back panel for ventilation and cooling of the TV (this is especially true for plasma models).
The quality of television picture perception depends on the placement of the device. The ideal option is to hang the TV in front of the eyes of the person who is watching the selected programs or films.
Strong walls are the key to safety when installing a TV. Brickwork will withstand the largest and most massive devices; when attaching to other materials (plasterboard, panels, etc.), you should think in advance about measures to strengthen the place where the TV will be placed.
If you want to place the TV above the fireplace, this may lead to some inconvenience when viewing, because the device will be located above the eye level of those watching.
There may be some inconvenience when viewing
In a room with a fireplace, it is better to choose the option of placing the TV and fireplace on different walls, in this case, none of the items will be “deprived of attention.” This arrangement allows you to highlight each item
This arrangement allows you to highlight each item
Technical nuances
The most practical and most acceptable way to mount a TV to a wall is to use a bracket. This method has its advantages:
- no additional furniture needed;
- the ability to “match” any style, since the bracket is hidden behind the TV panel;
- the presence of rotating mechanisms that create additional comfort when viewing.
The disadvantages of such fastening include the need to violate the integrity of the wall. In some cases, you have to drill or tap the wall part to strengthen the TV.
Most modern TVs require an antenna cable connection. This creates additional inconvenience when installing a television device in the interior. Reliable, high-quality, maximally inconspicuous wiring will be an indicator of the high level of the designer, because any room design can be ruined by hanging wires or carelessly laid cables. Therefore, it is necessary to maintain a measure between creating favorable conditions for high-quality reproduction of images on the screen and hidden wiring.
Television for a modern person is an integral and important part of his life. By placing this device correctly, you can enjoy watching your favorite movies and programs without harm to your health
At the same time, it is important to ensure that the chosen style matches the entire interior so that the TV becomes an organic part of it.
Placement examples
On the wall - in this case, you need to decide on the sunny side of your room.
In the daytime, light should not fall from the window onto the screen, because the glare of the sun will interfere with viewing. As a last resort, you need to take care of the presence of curtains on the windows.
The wall with the TV in the living room should be in harmony; it can be made an accent wall. The wall will attract attention, then the black TV screen will not look gloomy in the room.
On a cabinet is the most popular installation option. The main advantages of this arrangement are the ease of mounting the TV, compactness and design compatibility with the interior.
The installation height should not be too high - the normal option would be 120-130 centimeters. Of course, the height of the TV in the living room is an individual approach for everyone, but for a city apartment 120 centimeters is just right.
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In an apartment with high ceilings, the height for the TV in the living room should be slightly higher than usual, about 140 centimeters, otherwise the plasma risks getting lost against the background of the wall.
TV area in the kitchen
Many people prefer to watch TV shows in the kitchen, thereby allowing them to relax with a cup of tea or not miss their favorite show while cooking. Modern manufacturers produce special types of models with increased strength and moisture-resistant screens made of tempered glass. The size of the selected TV will directly depend on the area of the room.
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In the photo: Kitchen interior in an apartment in neoclassical and art deco style
The TV can be placed:
- on the dining table;
- attached to the wall surface and equipped with a specific mechanism for rotating the viewing angle;
- on a nightstand;
- built into special niches;
- on the tabletop;
- installed on tilting or rotating devices.
It is not recommended to place a TV on a refrigerator, washing machine, or microwave oven, since vibration and electromagnetic waves can affect the quality of signal reception. If you plan to mount the TV in a niche or on a wall, you need to take care of this in advance when renovating your apartment.
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Wall decoration
Lately, wall lighting has become quite common.
Modern manufacturers often install LED elements into the TV, which add a bit of aesthetics to the background at night.
Use of concrete
Modern experts suggest using decorative finishes made to look like concrete material, or its imitation.
If you decorate a room in this spirit, you will achieve a technogenic character, a little bit of loft.
Fireplace
Often the TV is placed above the fireplace (in a city apartment above the interactive one). Indeed, such a tandem of modernity and antiquity harmonizes perfectly and creates incredible comfort.
You just need to take into account that such a composition does not look cumbersome and does not put pressure on a person with its scale.
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TV wall: what to buy
Furniture for TV can be different. The simplest models can be purchased inexpensively in the mass market. This will be an open shelf with a compartment for small items, which, thanks to its laconic appearance, will fit into any interior.
Shelf under the screen with a compartment for small items, RUB 1,426. Photo: AliExpress
There are other universal cabinets, but with several shelves. The length is approximately 0.9–1.2 m, and the height varies from 40 to 60 cm. More expensive models come with facades, cheaper ones without them.
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Very often the bedside table is not alone, but comes complete with:
- dresser,
- cabinets (corner, “slides”),
- mini bar,
- sideboard,
- open shelves for souvenirs or books,
- closed shelves for things.
TV stand Sherlock 3, RUB 3,700. Photo: mebelion.ru
They usually have one thing in common - the TV is in the center, although not always. The rest depends on the place where the furniture is located and the taste of the owners.
TV stand
The most minimalist thing you can come up with is a panel with shelves, or without them at all. For some models, the height of the TV is adjustable, as well as its rotation around its axis to select the correct viewing angle.
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Nightstand
Another compact option, but beloved by many, is a long rectangular cabinet, often without legs, hanging. The length and width of the product can be ordered to any size, taking into account the required capacity.
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Photo: Instagram soulwood_furniture
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There is no need to install a TV. It can be hung from above, and a strip of “air” between it and the cabinet will make the situation even easier.
Low legs will give the same effect: they will raise the structure, especially if the floor is smooth and there are also straight lines in other interior details.
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The advantage of a simple cabinet is that it can be easily supplemented with shelves, pencil cases, and small cabinets over time. The variability of combinations is perfect for those who quickly get bored with monotony.
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Chest of drawers
An “extended” version of a strict cabinet - with drawers, and sometimes without any special design refinements. It can even be an ordinary chest of drawers for things - the main thing is that it can withstand the weight of the TV. Such a decision, seemingly from the day before yesterday, sometimes looks very harmonious.
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Photo: Instagram mebel_style_su
Corner furniture
Such walls are often a cabinet or modular combination of several cabinets (designed, among other things, for speakers and amplifiers), shelves, chests of drawers, and bedside tables.
In general, it is good to design any TV group in a corner, especially if it is free. Corner furniture is very helpful in small rooms: it is spacious, you can put almost any size cabinet or hang any shelves, and at the same time the design will definitely not clutter up the room, and you will not bump into ledges.
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The fronts of the cabinets can be made glazed, and this way they will appear open, but dust will not settle on things; Or you can use mirrored ones to visually increase the area of the room.
"Slide"
It got its name due to the gradual increase in height. It has been known for several decades, only in Soviet times, of course, it had a completely different design. Back then it was bulky furniture in every sense, which is now suitable only as a retro highlight in some interiors.
Modern slides are lighter, more concise, yet they are spacious and suitable even for a small apartment. Due to the combination of closed, open, glazed shelves they look interesting and do not “press”.
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The slide wall can be straight, L-shaped or U-shaped.
Slide wall “Bali”, RUB 11,690. Photo: mebelion.ru
Cabinets
Next to the TV, apartment owners place both the usual wardrobes and models that impress with their bizarre curves. Their purpose is no different from ordinary cabinets: they are used for clothes, dishes or other things.
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If space allows, then a large wall or a wardrobe around the TV is quite acceptable. But keep in mind that such furniture is best suited for square rooms: it will make an already elongated rectangle visually even longer, and you may not like the finished look.
Living room “Madeira”, RUB 39,990. Photo: moon-trade.ru
If you make a custom-made wardrobe, it is easier to take into account the features of your home. It can become one with the entire room, adding light and holding as many things as you need.
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Very often, cabinets and TV stands are a single combination. To prevent this harmony from being disturbed, manufacturers decorate the wall behind the TV with a large panel to match the cabinets. This creates a visually monolithic TV group.
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The walls can be made in one color, or in two similar or contrasting shades.
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Photo: Instagram mebital.ua
Mini bar
And this is a very convenient solution for the living room or kitchen-living room, where there is a relaxation area. The bar is usually made not under the TV, but in a nearby cabinet.
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Photo: Instagram intercasa_2011
Shelves
The space next to the TV is decorated with shelves - open or closed. The former may look more interesting due to their unusual design and decor.
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Photo: Instagram polkasota
Wall cladding and shades
On the Internet you can find many photos of a TV in the living room and recreate the same design in your home. The wall can be styled as decorative, stone or brick cladding, or use 3D panels.
If you choose softer shades for wall decoration, then you should not forget about dark tones (just a little), which would be in harmony with the color of the plasma panel.
An abundance of black colors will create a gloomy atmosphere, while light colors will give the room spaciousness and lightness.
"Select"
Televisions in the interior tend to take precedence, so do not place them next to things whose appearance is a priority for you. For example, aquariums in the interior are usually equipped with delicate lighting, and sparkling plasma will kill all their charm. So think about how to place items in different corners. By the way, you can select a special corner for watching TV, and this is not as difficult as it seems.
The photo below clearly shows how the empty space under the stairs is used. A vertical counter, matching the wall decoration, a fluffy carpet and a couple of ottomans. Fill white so as not to distort the color rendition - and your small home cinema is ready.
Avid moviegoers don't need to explain how much the size of the screen affects the perception of the film. If you decide to get a really large plasma, it would be wise to mount it on a special stand. It looks like a narrow wall that does not reach the ceiling, with bookshelves hidden at the end.
So, it turns out that the TV in your apartment can become a source of inspiration in itself. Many elegant solutions will make it a sonorous accent and create a homely atmosphere around, returning to the good old tradition of spending free time with family.
Wood finish
If you think that choosing the design of a wall for a TV in the living room is a difficult and lengthy process, then you are mistaken. Some lovers of natural textures use wood as a wall surface design.
In this case, not only natural wood will look good, since regular laminate will also be suitable for finishing.
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In a niche
Mounting the TV in a niche will allow you to use space effectively. This design solution will be an excellent option for decorating a living room, bedroom or kitchen. The advantage of this design is the ability to carry it out on your own, without the help of specialists. A homemade plasterboard niche can be both effective and functional. At the same time, it becomes possible to independently determine the size of the niche, the number of required compartments, its shape and color.
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In the photo: Living room interior in a modern style apartment
An important aspect in this case will be the harmonious combination of such a niche with the rest of the interior elements. Wires can be easily hidden when constructing such a structure, and the presence of additional lighting will provide the necessary accents. Its installation does not take much time. This solution is ideal for zoning space, eliminating the need to use partitions or large cabinets. In addition to the TV, you can install an acoustic system in such a niche, thereby obtaining a full-fledged home theater. Increased sound insulation will also be a huge bonus. This solution will eliminate many problems, including the need to install hanging shelves, bulky cabinets and stands that “eat up” most of the space. A decorative recess will help protect the TV from falling.
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In the photo: Living room interior in an Art Deco style apartment
The only disadvantage of such a design will be the visual reduction of the room, but often such structures are installed in the middle of the room to zone the space. In the living room, when arranging such a structure, the following options are distinguished:
- Window. This niche creates a kind of portal in the living room;
- Fireplace. Directly below the TV itself there is a decorative fireplace, which in most cases is decorated with additional lighting. Such a fireplace may well serve as a chest of drawers;
- Wall. This design looks like a full-fledged wall, with recesses for a TV and decorative elements.
Leather wall trim
For lovers of high prices, this option is perfect. The skin should be soft in color and with warm tones.
This design will not only look harmonious with the TV, but will also emphasize the status of the family and its financial condition.
Beautiful mise-en-scène
There is another way - not to hide the TV, but to make it the accent of a harmonious mise-en-scène. Look how interestingly in the example below the black color and the various textures of the TV panel, floor lamp, chest of drawers and accessories on it are played out.
Author of the project: Irina Skorobogatova. Photo: Mikhail Chekalov.
Author of the project: Irina Skorobogatova. Photo: Mikhail Chekalov.
Minimalism
Minimalism as a TV design in the living room also has a right to exist. This is a budget version of design, but with the right approach you can achieve good results.
The following rules should be adhered to: a plain wall, a minimum of objects, simplicity, accuracy and clarity of composition.
How not to do it
Analysis of numerous design solutions revealed options that make the interior overloaded or too empty
In addition, some options pay attention to the TV, but do not provide the ability to fully use it for its intended purpose
Frame
Using a frame to frame a TV looks ridiculous. A picture frame for a panel is a pretentious solution that implies a semantic highlighting of technology, placing it on a par with objects of art.
Installation on moldings
The direct purpose of the moldings is to decorate the ceiling area. Using moldings as plasma stands or as a frame for a TV overloads the space of a dedicated wall. This technique is more in demand when decorating walls in cafes, restaurants, and public institutions of any type, where it is customary to mix styles and combine incongruous things to make the interior memorable.
Realistic and story prints
With the help of prints, separate zones are created that are designed to highlight space and emphasize a certain idea. Ethnic patterns and animalistic themes are popular. Placing a TV next to a print overloads the space.
Decorative stone wall
Despite the fact that this material is cold in structure, in an interior with warm tones of furniture it can be a very advantageous design option.
This style is suitable for uneven walls with noticeable flaws. The stone will hide all the imperfections, and the TV will look great against such a background.
Decorating the TV area
Naturally, the space where the TV is planned to be placed must correspond to the chosen style of the living room. This applies to:
- Combinations of frame color with wall color.
- Combinations of textures of the frame and the plane on which the device will be fixed.
- The presence of patterns and designs should also be taken into account.
Classical
For a classic interior, light wall shades are suitable. It can be covered with wallpaper with monograms or decorated with Venetian plaster. Both of these options will be combined with a TV, which will have a special frame in the form of a classic baguette of a suitable shade.
In a classic interior, the TV should not be too conspicuous
For a harmonious combination, the equipment is decorated with antique frames, stucco moldings and moldings
It is possible to use both light frames and darker ones, like bronze and patina. They should have a certain texture in the form of a repeating protruding bas-relief. Most often, it is the protruding elements that are coated with silver, gold or bronze paint.
Modern
In a modern interior, simple surfaces work best. The area should be simple and not distract attention from watching TV. For this reason, choose walls painted in one color, plain wallpaper, or types of finishes that have slight geometric patterns.
Black TV on a white living room wall in a modern style
As for the TV, the devices will look good without any additional finishing elements. Steel frames or those made to match a specific metal will fit perfectly. Moreover, the color scheme depends on the one that will prevail in the room. If the living room is in light colors, then you can choose a TV with a white or light silver frame.
TV panel in a small living room with light brick wallpaper
In cases where dark color predominates in the room, the TV body can be black, dark gray, or metal. It will not sharply contrast with the rest of the space. You need to be careful when using contrasting colors. Indeed, in this case, the organ of vision will experience increased stress, and, therefore, get tired faster.
Modern
In the Art Nouveau style, you can use unique wooden covers for the TV in the form of a frame. But it is worth remembering that they have significant weight. Therefore, if possible, you can choose plastic ones that look like wood. But it is precisely for this style direction that it is important that the surfaces are carved with ornate elements. Straight smooth planes in the form of finished boards are not suitable for Art Nouveau.
Decorating a TV in Art Nouveau style can be a real work of art
True, this is not the only option for a TV frame in this case. You can use light ones, most often white, with an unusual design. They will also look quite impressive in such an interior.
A modern panel without a frame looks stylish, mounted on wooden panels with background lighting
But in this case, always pay attention to the quality of workmanship, since a cheap option can spoil the overall impression of such decoration.
And others
It is worth remembering that wood can optionally be used in a carved version. Today, straight, flat surfaces are quite popular. They create specific, authentic frames into which you can place your TV before hanging it on the wall. This option is suitable for an ethnic living room, shabby chic style, eco or Provence style, as well as minimalist and Scandinavian.
The Scandinavian-style living room wall has a minimal design - an abundance of decor is not welcome here
If there is a need to place a TV in the corner of the living room, then it is advisable to place it diagonally against two walls, since in this case a larger viewing angle will be provided from different points in the room. In this case, it is most often not possible to impose additional frameworks.
A flat-screen TV with a black body, hung on a wall with a matte surface, will not attract unnecessary attention.
Therefore, you can play with space in other ways. For modern, minimalistic trends, specific cabinets supplied at the bottom and triangular in shape are suitable. They will form a kind of visual support for the device. Moreover, their surface can be any, plastic, glass, or metal. In this case, space is used effectively.
You should not place any decorative elements on such cabinets, as they will distract attention from watching TV shows and create visual interference.
metal wall
The wall will look good in high-tech or loft styles. This panel has a reflective effect that will fill your room with light and give it spaciousness.
Also, a metal wall is very strong and not subject to mechanical stress.
TV between mirrors
The placement of the TV can become part of a larger composition. At the same time, the television receiver will not be able to dominate in it, but this even creates additional conditions for ensuring comfort in the room.
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In the photo: Living room interior in an Art Deco style apartment
Mirror wall
A wall of mirrors will also fill your living room with even more light, but maintaining such a panel is very difficult and tedious.
The mirror is fragile, unlike metal, so if there are children or animals in the house, it is better to abandon this idea.
If you don't want the TV to be on public display, you can hide it.
"Hide"
And yet, there are times when you cannot do without hiding the TV - it does not match the interior of the room, or you want to protect small children from uncontrolled viewing. Well, this is not difficult to do either. Let's look and copy designer features!
We place the equipment directly under the ceiling! This is especially convenient for those who like to relax while watching a series while lying in bed. One press of the button and it is “pulled” back into the niche.
In a room that embodies the style of the “Belle Epoque,” a TV will be inappropriate. The panel will overshadow elegant furniture and fragile vases - it will be a rude intrusion for the interior. But there is a solution - a niche hidden in the wall where the TV is mounted. Sliding or opening doors allow you to leave the old look intact.
If there is only one free wall in the room. And you want to place both a large painting and a flat screen, which take up more than half the surface separately. So what should we do? There is a solution! You can hide the TV behind a “retracting artistic canvas.”
The TV is often adjacent to the fireplace, and this has a negative effect on the decor of the latter. In this case, designers propose closing the screen with doors similar to shutters - and the authenticity of the stonework or ceramic tiles is not compromised.
Sliding panels
This method is suitable for those who have a TV mounted on the wall. Sliding panels (like a wardrobe) can blend perfectly with the wall and become part of the living room design.
Popular types of television niches made of plasterboard
Plasterboard boxes are made in three versions, plus there is another variety - a niche with lighting, which, in principle, can be organized in any design solution.
Types of plasterboard niches for TV:
- Vertical. It is equipped from floor to ceiling. Space is left on the sides for additional structures. Such a niche visually makes the room taller.
- Horizontal. They are usually chosen for small spaces. They visually expand the walls and space.
- Horizontal. They are usually chosen for small spaces. They visually expand the walls and space.
- Oval. This is a more complex option, requiring the performer to have certain skills and abilities to work with drywall and profiles. A circle can be used instead of an oval.
- Combined. They combine two varieties and represent a complex structure, the construction of which is usually carried out by professionals.
- Combined. They combine two varieties and represent a complex structure, the construction of which is usually carried out by professionals.
Another interesting option is a corner niche made of gypsum board for a TV. It is usually used in small spaces - for example, in the kitchen.
The instructions for its installation depend on the shape of the niche, and other nuances - shelves, stands or separate mini-niches for speakers only affect the complexity of creating the structure.
Wall
We talked about the design of the wall above, but it can also serve as storage for a TV.
Using a special rotating mechanism, the wall will provide access to it when you need it.
Interior decoration, the location of the TV - this depends on the individual preferences of the person, but in order for everything to look harmonious, without causing discomfort to people, you need to adhere to the rules that will help in planning the most suitable environment.
