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TV takes pride of place in any home. Some people hang the plasma on the wall, others prefer to install it in a special niche. However, the most practical way is to buy a TV stand. Furniture manufacturers offer stylish TV stands that help hide unnecessary wires, fit into the interior and add zest to it. We bring to your attention useful tips on how to create universal furniture specifically for your interior.
How to choose a TV stand?
Recommendations for selection:
- First of all, you should take into account the expected load on the product; the higher it is, the stronger and better quality the model should be.
- The dimensions of the cabinet depend on the size of the TV; it is considered safer to place it when the TV does not extend beyond the structure.
- Particular attention should be paid to fittings; they must have high strength, be reliable and of high quality.
- The color of this product should preferably be in harmony with the color scheme of the rest of the furniture in the interior.
Criteria for choosing a TV stand
If you are choosing a TV stand for home use, it is expected that it will usually be placed in the same place. An important criterion is its stability.
- Therefore, when choosing a specific type, you need to pay attention to the load capacity. Another parameter is the compatibility of the stand with the TV.
- Often in relation to TVs, the so-called VESA standard is used, which shows the distance between the threaded holes on the back of the TV.
- When choosing a VESA stand, it must be compatible with your TV. If you do not know how to solve this problem, you should consult the seller before purchasing the selected product.
Types of structures
The following design types are distinguished:
- Mounted. They are a more modern option that allows you to add more space to the room. Such hanging models can decorate either a specific area or be placed along the entire length of the wall. Any materials are used for their manufacture, but most often more weightless and light ones are used.
- Floor-standing. They are a separate furniture element that can be equipped with legs or roller wheels. These stands may differ in the presence of additional compartments, open and closed shelves, drawers and a stand.
- Built-in. Chests of drawers that accommodate not only thin plasma TVs, but also more voluminous TVs are quite relevant; models combined with a dressing table and designs with an electric fireplace, which can be equipped with shelves or niches, have a very light and elegant appearance.
The photo shows the interior of a spacious living room, decorated with a wall-mounted TV stand.
TV stand: unusual design
Advice: in order for your TV stand to last for a long time, make sure it is of excellent quality. All retractable structures must have good fastenings that ensure smooth sliding. High-quality fittings are also equally important.
TV stand shapes
There are long designs that are perfect for placing large-diagonal TV devices, as well as acoustics with speakers and a player. Most often, these models are used in more spacious rooms, where they can differ in both stationary and hanging locations. Such elongated cabinets are also equipped with various drawers and shelves, complemented with furniture in the form of side cases, shelving, hanging cabinets or slides.
The photo shows a room with a long floor-mounted TV stand, made in white.
There are also corner products, which are a very practical option that provides the opportunity to effectively save space, both in large and small rooms. Such models most often have shelves and sections, which makes them quite spacious. The TV stand can have any very intricate configuration, for example, triangular, polygonal, oval, semicircular or any other shape that allows you to achieve a designer interior.
The photo shows a compact corner TV stand in the interior.
Pay attention to the design of the cabinet
The design of the stands is important for their stability and durability. Therefore, it is important to choose a product whose design is made of durable material.
Today, manufacturers most often use aluminum structures that meet strength requirements.
Even a regular small tablet stand with aluminum construction can withstand a load of about 10 kg. More durable TV stands usually have a load capacity of 40-50 kg, which is quite enough for modern types of TVs and monitors.
Material
Main types of materials used for manufacturing:
- Glass. It can have a transparent, matte or tinted design in the form of tempered glass that meets safety requirements.
- Made of wood. Designs made from natural solid wood have a solid and solid appearance and offer both a minimalist and laconic design, as well as a more luxurious design with hand-carved wood.
- Plasterboard structures. Due to the flexibility of the gypsum board, it is possible to design a cabinet of any shape and turn it into a beautiful and exclusive interior element.
- Chipboard/chipboard. They are considered quite practical, durable, environmentally friendly and have low cost and are the most popular materials for the manufacture of cabinet furniture.
- Metal. Stylish, functional and durable metal construction can easily withstand various loads and mechanical impacts, and also advantageously decorates the interior, giving it some uniqueness.
- From stone. They are distinguished by their original texture, unique pattern and special texture that gives the environment a natural feel.
The photo shows the interior of a modern living room in light colors with a TV stand made of glass.
Each material has good performance characteristics, perfectly complements any interior space and, with proper care, has a long service life.
Modern TV stands: design options
Today, manufacturers offer a large selection of furniture, the functionality and design of which will satisfy even the most sophisticated tastes. TV stands are no exception. Choosing the ideal option for your interior style will not be difficult.
Thus, a compact flat bedside table with a small number of drawers will look great in a small room, while a luxurious designer model with an original finish is ideal for a spacious, representative living room.
Based on appearance and configuration, there are several types of TV stands:
TV stand with bracket
A stand with a built-in bracket allows you to easily adjust the swivel and tilt angle of your TV. An incredibly convenient feature that allows you to watch TV anywhere in the room. Today, stores sell similar stands for both panels and LCD TVs.
The built-in bracket allows you to place the TV absolutely anywhere without drilling into the wall. As for aesthetics, everything is provided here too: all the wiring from the equipment is hidden in a channel specially designated for this.
TV stand with chest of drawers
One of the most functional items for the living room. Of course, this option is not the most compact solution, but it is quite relevant for spacious rooms. Despite its size and massive appearance, you can fit quite a lot of necessary things here. A similar model of cabinet can contain a sufficient number of sections, drawers, open shelves for equipment, disks and other accessories.
Hanging cabinet
In modern apartments, hanging TV stands are often found. They make the room a little more spacious and airy. This model is attached directly to the wall, leaving free space underneath.
For the production of hanging cabinets, as a rule, lighter materials are used, but in principle any can be used. Despite its compactness and laconic appearance, such a design can be quite functional, have a sufficient number of compartments for storing all sorts of gizmos and shelves for equipment.
Corner TV stand
This is a real salvation for small rooms. Corner placement allows you to save such valuable meters. Moreover, this model is not at all inferior in functionality to other types. It can also have additional drawers, sections and even a chest of drawers. In addition, the corner cabinets meet the bracket, which significantly expands the viewing angle.
Colors
The color scheme of this design is selected to match the overall design of the room, for example, the classic solution is products in black, white or black and white, which form a rich picture and endow the decor with impeccable style. Brown TV stands or models in wenge shade look quite impressive, which has a pronounced structure, a slightly rough texture and clear veins, emphasizing the natural appearance and nobleness of the product.
The photo shows a floor-mounted TV stand in a dark wenge shade.
Colored or two-color furniture is intended to create an individual, stylish design and add new colors and bright accents to the room. Expressive models in red tones will help give the room warmth, comfort, a certain liveliness and a certain mood; green designs will be an equally luxurious and surprisingly attractive solution.
The photo shows an interior with a small floor-mounted TV stand, made in white.
With the help of yellow models, it is possible to significantly brighten the space and add sunlight to it, which is especially appropriate for small and dark rooms.
White cabinet and interior styles
White color is the basis of many interior styles (Scandinavian, modern). A snow-white cabinet will look good both in a classic setting and in a Provence room. The classic version of the model is made of wood with carvings and forged elements. Such furniture will add softness and a bright accent.
The product will easily fit into rooms of other styles:
- Empire style White furniture eliminates unnecessary pomp.
- Neoclassical. The direction is based on white furnishings.
- Mediterranean. Snow-white shades support the magic of romance.
- Minimalism. Low and narrow white matte cabinet.
Such a cabinet can become a bright accent, a highlight of the interior. Any white model is a sophistication of form, purity of color, and the creation of a cozy atmosphere. Since modern cabinets are compact, they are suitable even for a small room.
Design ideas
Illuminated designs are distinguished by an interesting design, undoubtedly attracting attention and creating an aesthetic design, or products with glass doors, which can be transparent, matte or have different designs and patterns. To highlight the beauty of your interior and add the perfect finishing touch, you can use a floating TV model that combines engineering, aesthetics and ergonomics.
In the photo, the TV stand is white, complemented by internal blue lighting.
Products with a glossy shiny surface will refresh the appearance of the room and give it additional light and air, while the matte finish, due to the softness effect, will create a very gentle and calm design.
The photo shows a hanging floating TV stand in black in the living room interior.
Particularly sophisticated solutions are mirrored products, which add impeccable style and visual appeal to the environment, or models with patina, characterized by a special weathered effect. For a multifunctional design, they prefer stands for two TVs, which are equipped with wheels, shelves, and a hidden system for wires, which means they can be placed even in the center of the room.
The photo shows the interior of the room with a wooden floor TV stand equipped with shelves.
Photo of cabinets in the interior of rooms
Examples of design in the design of various rooms.
In the living room
A cabinet for the living room is selected taking into account the dimensions and style of the room. Any wall-mounted or floor-standing models would be appropriate here; an excellent solution would be designs with a bracket, which, due to a tilt-and-turn mechanism, allows you to rotate the LCD screen, changing the viewing angle, and thanks to a special cable channel, hide all the wires.
The photo shows a wall-hung narrow TV stand in the interior of a small living room.
In the bedroom
In the bedroom interior, you often find a compact chest of drawers, a rotating transforming cabinet, or wall-mounted narrow products for TV and equipment that look very light and weightless. In order to give the room even more airiness, they use designs with open sections or glass doors, characterized by a wide variety of coatings.
To the children's room
For this room, they prefer products in bright colors, made from practical materials. The main thing is that the structures do not have sharp corners or breakable parts.
How do TV stands look in different styles?
Photo examples of application in different stylistic solutions.
Modern style
It suggests laconic, straightforward TV stands, characterized by maximum functionality and the absence of unnecessary decorative elements.
The photo shows the interior of a modern kitchen-living room with a TV stand, made in a beige shade.
Thanks to a variety of interesting designs and a large number of configurations, it is possible to choose the most suitable option and realize the most daring ideas. In this style, it is appropriate to use both light and more massive structures.
Classical
Elegant, refined and aristocratic classic interior, characterized by furniture made of natural wood, the facade of which is decorated with beautiful carvings, forged parts, moldings or baguettes. Such products have a more massive, but at the same time quite graceful appearance.
The photo shows a living room in a classic style with a semicircular TV table decorated with carved decor.
Loft
For an industrial loft, choose a rough metal floor model for a TV or a structure made of wood combined with metal, which looks like an aged chest. In addition, any extraordinary solutions can be easily applied here, for example, a cabinet can be replaced with a wooden box or mobile pallets on wheels.
The photo shows a black floor-mounted TV stand made of metal in a loft-style interior.
Scandinavian
Simplified products with rectangular outlines, mainly in white, gray or other pastel colors, will perfectly complement the Scandi interior. Quite often in this style you can find hanging or floor-standing retro TV stands made of chipboard, natural wood or plastic.
The photo shows a Scandinavian-style kitchen-living room, decorated with a white floor-standing TV stand.
High tech
High-tech design involves the presence of geometric shapes and materials in the form of plastic, metal or glass. Basically, narrow bedside tables are appropriate here, in a cold and restrained white, gray or silver color scheme, complemented with chrome parts and other unique elements.
Provence
In the Provence style, vintage products made of natural wood or chipboard are used, which may have minor carved elements or slight wear to give an aged look.
Minimalism
Low, narrow TV stands with a black, white or gray color scheme are suitable here.
Neoclassical
This style direction, characterized by a combination of elegance, splendor and innovative ideas, is perfectly complemented by high-quality wood construction, decorated with various glass, mirror inserts or carved figured patterns.
The photo shows a TV stand decorated with mirror inserts in a neoclassical style bedroom.
Art Deco
The luxurious Art Deco atmosphere is complemented by spectacular and original products made from exotic woods, with inlays, golden elements or elegant glass inserts.
Country
In country style, simple, functional and natural furniture is appropriate, having simple and straight lines or complemented by an electric fireplace. Here they choose designs that are distinguished by rougher processing, without polishing or varnish, and attractive products with an aging effect, which is obtained by brushing.
Original ideas in the interior
Thanks to the right decor, you can significantly transform the decor and appearance of your TV stand. For example, in the design of structures they often use ivory inlay, colored mosaics, natural veneer, or use the technique of decoupage and burning of various patterns.
In addition, products made from thick timber that have retained the growth rings of old wood on the surface or structures made from pallets or brick blocks have a rather original look.
What to put on the cabinet?
Free space on the nightstand can be filled with CDs, magazines, small figurines, candles, photo frames, paintings or small sculptures. An exquisite background can be created by decorative or living plants, flowers in vases or other decor that attracts the eye with its interestingness.
