Of course, in most modern interiors, thin plasma screens are mounted on the wall, but this does not mean that TV stands are not in demand. They are often preferred by owners as an important functional component of the entire interior.
Construction type
Depending on their device, modern TV stands can be divided into the following types:
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.
Chest of drawers
Such furniture allows you not only to place equipment, but also to store other things in drawers. TV chests can be of different heights. Since the bed in the bedroom is usually much higher than the sofa, a taller chest of drawers is chosen for it. You can store bed linen or clothes in the drawers.
In living rooms, the TV is placed on low chests of drawers with 1-2 rows of drawers. They hold gadgets, chargers or documents. Drawers in low cabinets may not be very deep, which is compensated by the long cabinet.
Style and color
To successfully select a chest of drawers, you need to carefully consider its design, color, and decor. Classic involves the use of solid wood or veneer imitating expensive tree species. Carved details, inlay, and cast bronze handles are used as decorative elements.
In living rooms decorated in country or Provence style, a chest of drawers is an important stylistic element. The model should be light and airy. Surfaces often have a snow-white tint with a patina. These are products with thin graceful legs, decorated with floral prints and handmade paintings.
Laconic high-tech and urbanism can be decorated in a wide variety of colors. The most interesting looking models are those with frosted and transparent glass inserts, decorated with shiny chrome fittings.
The American loft style prefers free space. Large areas without partitions require additional zoning. In this case, a chest of drawers will be the best option. Models often have artificially aged surfaces, blackened metal in places, or imitation of randomly knocked together wooden boxes with a company logo.
The most expensive pieces of furniture are used to furnish unique eco-styles. The photo shows elegant wicker models made of bamboo, rattan and grapevine.
Corner cabinet
Suitable for rooms with a small area because... allows functional use of corner space. A corner cabinet can have several rows of drawers. The glass cabinet with hinged doors also looks great.
The model of the cabinet depends on the size and weight of the TV, as well as the desired location and height of the bed or sofa from where it will be watched.
Design of a TV area in the living room: examples
Example 1. Hide the TV in a niche behind the door
You can hide the TV in a niche and close the niche with a door. The design mechanism works like a sliding wardrobe. The facade of the screen can be a painting or even a mirror.
TIP: If the living room is small, choose non-volumetric designs. One rail and panels for the size of the TV will be enough. And for spacious living rooms, decorative sliding doors are suitable.
TV area in a niche under decorative panels photo example 1
TV area in a niche under decorative panels photo example 2
TV area in a niche under decorative panels photo example 3
Example 2. Hide the TV behind a decorative screen
For small areas where there is no space to build a niche, simplify the design to a woven fabric attached to the cornice above the TV.
TV area in a niche under a decorative screen, photo example 2
Example 3. Install the TV in the center of the living room on an empty wall or partition
The best place to place a TV is on an empty wall. This is especially true for home theaters or TVs from 50 inches. This way the decor around doesn’t distract from what’s happening on the screen. This technique is suitable for a combined kitchen and living room. For example, having made a partition between the kitchen and living room, install a TV on it.
TV area in the center of the living room on the partition
TV area in the center of the living room on an empty wall
TV area in the center of the living room-kitchen
Example 4. Corner TV in a small living room
The opposite option for placing the TV zone is in the corner. The central location of the TV in the living room is not necessary; install it where it is convenient, for example, in a corner. And a special bracket will adjust the angle of the screen, so that it is convenient to watch TV from anywhere in the room. This method is especially suitable for small living rooms, for example, in a studio apartment or in rooms with a non-standard layout.
TV area in the corner of the living room in Scandinavian style, photo example 1
TV area in the corner of the living room in Scandinavian style, photo example 2
TIP: It is better not to place the TV near or opposite a window. Otherwise, due to daylight, the image on the screen will glare. The solution is thick curtains, Roman blinds, light-proof roller shutters, etc.
TV area in the corner of the living room
Example 5. TV above the fireplace
A TV above the fireplace is a dangerous way to design a TV area in the living room. Firstly, because the height from the floor to the screen will be greater than expected, which means that you will have to throw your head back. And secondly, the fireplace can heat the wall and the TV above it. To solve the first problem, you need voluminous high furniture in the American style. And the second problem cannot be dealt with without a professional; there should be no mistakes when installing a TV or fireplace. If you still cannot do without a fireplace, then choose not classic fireplaces with real fire, but small electric or bio-fireplaces.
TV above the fireplace in the large living room
TV area above the classic fireplace in the large living room
TV area above the electric fireplace in the living room interior
Solid wood
Perhaps the most expensive material.
It looks great and lasts a very long time. The style can be either classic, with carvings and decorative elements, or modern and very laconic. The wood may be coated with paint or varnish to show the grain of the wood. A cabinet made of natural oak, for example, will cost you quite a lot. However, in furniture stores you can find options made from cheaper pine veneered with an expensive type of wood.
Manufacturing materials
Modern models of TV furniture differ in appearance and material. The performance properties, as well as how long the chest of drawers will last, directly depend on what exactly the frame and facades are made of. Most often, the following raw materials are used for the production of such products:
- Chipboard. Budget material with average characteristics. Thanks to a special coating, such slabs look attractive, but are susceptible to moisture and can become deformed from high temperatures. When purchasing a chest of drawers made from chipboard, it is advisable to choose models with drawers that have an additional hard edge about 2 mm thick - such a product is more reliable and less susceptible to damage.
- MDF. Compared to the previous material, it is of higher quality and more reliable. Since no toxic substances are used in its production, it is considered environmentally friendly. The plates differ in color; they can be glossy or matte. Carvings or designs are often used for decoration.
- Natural array. Wood furniture is rare. Since this material is premium, chests of drawers made from it are often made to order. In production, species such as oak, beech, and alder can be used. Decorative elements are made of glass, metal or stone.
As for the design of doors, the most common decor is glass or mirror. Carvings, three-dimensional elements, complex prints, and hand painting can also serve as decoration. When choosing a product, attention should be paid not only to the appearance, but also to the fittings. It is desirable that the fixing elements are made not of aluminum, but of steel, since this material is more durable and reliable.
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Laminated chipboard MDF Natural solid glass Mirror
Door type
Cabinets can have several types of doors and drawers.
Hinged doors are often installed on classic cabinets. They are convenient and reliable, but they require space to open, and this may not be enough, for example in the bedroom.
Hinged doors have approximately the same properties.
Chests of drawers are equipped with drawers. The opening mechanism consists of metal guides and rollers. The safest drawers are those that open 80% and cannot fall out.
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Sliding doors are great for small spaces. One of the halves slides behind the other, opening the cabinet compartment.
Cabinet size
Safety parameters require that the TV be mounted on a cabinet that is equal to or larger than it in width and depth. It’s worth considering in advance whether only the TV or other items will be on the cabinet.
The dimensions of the cabinet should also correspond to the scale of the room and the overall height of the furniture. It will be convenient to watch TV if it is at eye level or slightly higher.
To determine this parameter, sit on a sofa or chair with a straight back and mark a conventional point opposite your face on the wall; the center of the screen should be at this place.
Additional equipment and functionality
Additional equipment will help ensure the functionality of similar furniture. It includes a number of devices.
- The turntable is a special stand that is attached to the top surface of the chest of drawers. With its help, the TV can rotate around its axis and change the angle of inclination.
- The bracket on the stand allows you to choose a convenient height for the location of the equipment, rotation and tilt. The design is securely attached to the chest of drawers, creating one whole. There is no need to install a support on the wall, which allows you to maintain its integrity, and also, if desired, change the position of the bedside table.
- The holes in the back wall are for wires. This makes it possible to remove cables from visibility and avoid getting tangled. Some designs have plugs for holes that are not in use.
- The lighting located at the bottom of the chest of drawers adds lightness and an original look to the product and compensates for its large dimensions. The main thing is that the light from it does not fall on the TV screen.
Permissible load
The packaging of the cabinet or the accompanying document must indicate the maximum load that this or that cabinet, or rather its top cover, can withstand. You need to add another 2-4 kg to the weight of the TV in case a pet jumps on the stand or a small child hangs on it.
To protect the cabinet from falling, some models are additionally attached to the wall with brackets, even if they stand on legs.
TV placement options
There are several possible ways to place a television receiver.
- The simplest option is installation on a chest of drawers. In this case, the equipment must be equipped with a special support leg, preferably with the ability to rotate.
- Equipping furniture with a bracket will allow you to free up the tabletop for other purposes, change the height, angle of rotation and tilt of the equipment. It will also provide a cable channel for masking numerous wires.
- A similar device can be purchased separately and used to mount the TV to a concrete or brick wall. The brackets have different designs, and the degree of load is determined by the weight of the device. There should be a gap of about 10 cm on all sides for free air circulation, which will help avoid overheating of the equipment.
Cabinet on wheels
Among the models of cabinets there are also mobile ones. They are suitable as stands for small and light TVs. These cabinets have wheels and can be easily moved around the room.
If you want to buy such a cabinet, be sure to check whether it has wheel locks. They help secure the wheels in one position so that the cabinet does not move on the floor, even if you place it not against a wall, but in an open space.
The cabinet should fit the size of your TV and match the overall style of the room in which it will be located.TV in the children's room
So, there can be a lot of options for placing a TV on the wall. The main thing is to choose the one that, taking into account all the above factors, will fit most harmoniously into a specific interior.
