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51 TV Stands And Wall Units To Organize And Stylize Your Home
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Whether you decide to mount your TV on the wall or have it sit on a stand, a TV console is the perfect way to enrich your entertainment experience. Plus, by providing ample storage for your media essentials and a solution to stash away unsightly clutter, the right entertainment unit can also give your decor an extra injection of cleanliness and style. From units with remote controlled modern fireplaces that make catching up on your favorite TV shows extra cozy to sleek floating TV stands that keep your floor clear and your media organized, our collection includes it all. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!
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With a depth of only 12″, this unit is great for smaller spaces. It includes cable management, 3 storage drawers, and multiple shelves. - BUY IT
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This versatile console is fit for use in either the bedroom or the living room. - BUY IT
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A great find for Farmhouse decor to get that sought after country feel. Available in multiple colors. - BUY IT
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Great if you need a TV stand that is both stylish and easy to move. Available in Espresso or Grey (shown). - BUY IT
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This white beauty is perfect to blend into light walls or give a dramatic pop of contrast on darker hues (like shown above). Also available in Black Oak or Chocolate. - BUY IT
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Can also be used as a bookshelf or display cabinet. - BUY IT
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This console fits TVs up to 55 inches and is available in Black, Espresso, or Rodeo Oak (shown). - BUY IT
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Plus, it boasts height adjustable shelves and hidden wheels. Available with a White Frosted Cover or Black Frosted Cover (shown). - BUY IT
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Finding beautiful TV stand ideas is no easy feat, but fret not, it is certainly not impossible to create a statement scheme around your TV.
We've curated a selection of creative solutions to center a scheme around your TV stand that you can be proud of, whether that be alongside statement artwork, disguised within a wall storage, or blending into a dark background.
TV stand ideas
For most families, a TV is an essential tool for helping adults unwind, keeping the kids entertained, and facilitating movie nights. The problem is, it’s not the prettiest piece of interior décor – when switched off, it’s essentially a large black rectangle. Here, we showcase our favorite TV stand ideas to inspire your next entertainment center remodel.
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One of the main challenges in a family room is how to deal with the tech. This is where built-in cabinet ideas for family rooms come into focus. A bespoke option hides all the wires, gives you super storage below and shelves for keepsakes on each side of the living room TV.
‘In this sitting room we wanted to maximize the storage without overwhelming the space.
By removing the sides of the TV unit we managed to keep it light but retained the shelves and lower cabinets to maximize the storage,’ says Sara Cosgrove, co-founder of Sara Cosgrove Studio .
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A free-standing unit doubles as a room divider idea, creating a discreet office in this apartment living room – its open design allows light to flow freely through the space. The beauty of this type of living room storage idea is that it offers a tailor-made solution without the price tag of a bespoke design. Not only can it be put together to fit any size of room, but a statement piece can also act as a work of art.
‘The modular concept means that the furniture can be adjusted to suit all circumstances and combined in a variety of ways,’ says Ian Weddell, chief executive officer of USM Modular Furniture . Make sure your room dividers are positioned in an area where they are not likely to get knocked, particularly with children around, and look for ones that can be connected to the ceiling to provide more support.
3. Provide a central storage area
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To keep things simple, why not create one central storage and display area for your small living rooms storage ideas.
In this cozy and inviting living room, the wooden shelving and cabinet design act as the main storage and media unit in the space. Even though the design is a large piece, by having one central storage and display area in the room, you can create a lot more space for seating, other furniture pieces, lighting and accessory designs.
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Technology is an important factor in most family living room ideas, from Wi-Fi access to background music, and the trend is towards totally concealed solutions. Although many modern systems claim to be wireless, there’s no getting away from charging docks, routers and aerials, all of which require cables.
To keep these hidden, incorporate dedicated spaces for all the media you use within your small living room storage ideas, specifying small insets in the backs of shelves and cupboards to allow cables to run behind fittings.
If you are fitting a wall of storage that incorporates a space for your living room TV, allow sufficient room should you decide to invest in a larger model. Try not to create too big a gap, as your television will look awkwardly small.
5. Go entirely bespoke
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Historical archives inspired Melissa Bolivar of design firm House of Sui Sui when creating this cosseting space.
'The room was designed to be an immersive experience with the walls, cabinetry, sofa and rug all in tones of teal and aquamarine; the result is incredibly impactful,' says Melissa. 'Here, a clever combination of hidden and open storage works beautifully around a TV, which has been built-into the space.'
6. Blend it into the background
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Don't let a TV stand spoil your living room aesthetic. Here, the TV blends beautifully into the bespoke wood wall paneling of this white and brown living room without interrupting the earthy aesthetic.
‘We will often do built-in cabinetry and TV stands to frame the TV, or an enclosed sideboard with shelf options,’ says interior designer Claudia Afshar . ‘This allows you to keep playthings nearby, without compromising aesthetic.’
7. Opt for a freestanding unit
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Modern life requires that the family room of the home fulfil a multitude or functions – from offering somewhere to relax and dine to office space, so well-planned living room TV ideas are the key to a practical scheme.
If space is at a premium, opt for a striking free-standing TV stand to help ensure this room meets your every need. If there’s one thing that’s going to create the illusion of more space in a small living room, it’s investing in the right, slimline furniture – it can actually make a room feel wider in seconds.
Not only is a freestanding TV stand more affordable than a bespoke fitted one, it's an easy and cost-effective way to update an existing.
8. Put it on full display
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While the TV stand is the main focus in this room, it doesn't distract from the rest of the space. In fact, the TV looks like a piece of art.
'In this relaxed family room, the slimline TV has been beautifully framed by a collection of objects,' says Jessica Bennett of Alice Lane Interior Design . 'We wanted to create a large TV stand which also plenty of storage that plays host to favorite decorative room pieces.'
9. Build a storage wall
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If you don't want to completely hide away your TV but also don't want it to be the central focus in a room, positioning it in an area surrounded by other decorative objects and display pieces will take the attention away from the item.
In this bright and colorful family room, the wall to ceiling storage and display unit is a stand out feature in the space.
Painted in bright colors and filled with an eclectic mix of objects and design pieces, the smaller TV is simply part of this beautiful collection of items, rather than being the central focus.
10. Paint your TV stand the same color as the wall
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A carefully considered color clashing combination can create a TV stand that truly sings with joy. This is a space for both socializing and retreat, so you want shades that both enliven and comfort you. ‘Pink and green is one of my favorite color combination in rooms – they play really well off each other and it’s a great way to cheer up a room,’ says Lucy Barlow, founder, Barlow & Barlow .
A TV stand surrounded by storage is a practical solution and can be softened with the addition of books and favorite pieces. Paint your living room shelving in a statement color to standout rather than hide it away.
Remember, the best TV and TV stand options for your home, are the ones that suit your individual needs, so don't be swayed by any one else.
What can I use instead of a TV stand?
There are many options to use if you don't want to invest in a traditional TV stand. While a glass media stand is a cost-effective and easy option, it certainly won't enhance the style of a space.
There are a plethora of beautiful options that are worth investing in instead. We love the idea of using an antique chest of drawers as a TV stand for your bedroom TV ideas, or if your space is on the smaller side, a slimline console table will work wonders. A bookcase, shelf or sturdy bench are all other space-savvy options.
Jennifer is the Digital Editor at Homes & Gardens. Having worked in the interiors industry for a number of years, spanning many publications, she now hones her digital prowess on the 'best interiors website' in the world. Multi-skilled, Jennifer has worked in PR and marketing, and the occasional dabble in the social media, commercial and e-commerce space. Over the years, she has written about every area of the home, from compiling design houses from some of the best interior designers in the world to sourcing celebrity homes, reviewing appliances and even the odd news story or two.
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Wall mounted TV shelf is a modern solution for your appliances. It is important to choose the right material and place it correctly. Find out all the nuances you need to know about.
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- What are shelves?
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Wall mounted TV shelf may look different, made of different materials.
There are three main purposes that it can perform in the interior:
- TV placement . Over time, it becomes less and less relevant - many models are now mounted directly on the wall and do not need any additional support.
- Accessory location . If there are not enough horizontal storage surfaces in the room, a shelf under the TV can increase their number.
In addition, it can accommodate accessories related to the TV itself - a DVD player, for example, or a collection of discs. - Decor complement . The design can be multi-tiered, with walls, with a variety of decorations, lighting and complement the overall style of the room.
Appointments can often be combined. In some cases, a shelf can serve all three at once.
Convenient TV Shelf
When trying to imagine a shelf that will perfectly fit your TV, you must first determine what it will look like in terms of construction. There are several varieties - each with its own advantages and disadvantages.
- Hanging . Such structures have a mount from above - they are usually suspended from the wall on strong chains. They look impressive, especially if you choose a beautiful mount and emphasize it, but they require careful calculations, because the chain can break.
- On brackets .
A bracket is a support piece that looks like a triangle. One leg is adjacent to the wall, the other to the bottom surface of the shelf. There are brackets of the most intricate forms. They are considered a more reliable method of fastening than suspensions. - Angle . Such structures are fixed in the corners with hidden brackets and have a triangular shape. They allow you to place the TV without losing space, moreover, quite reliably.
Hanging structure
- Cast . These are made of glass or metal, giving them an intricate shape - ladders, cubes, smooth lines, similar to sea waves. They cost more than the rest.
- Frame . They look like a cabinet without doors, into which a TV is built. It forms something like a niche around it, allows you to stylistically highlight it in the interior.
Next, you need to understand what material the shelf will be made of.
After all, structural features determine little, except for the aesthetic impression.
But the material from which the shelf is made affects the main performance characteristics.
Bracket - support piece
Shelves made of chipboard and MDF
Chipboard and MDF are considered synthetic materials, although they are made of wood.
Chipboard is made of sawdust and wood chips, which are compressed under high pressure using synthetic resins.
Chipboard shelf will have the following advantages:
- Low price. A chipboard sheet costs so little that it can be ignored.
- Sustainability. Chipboard is insensitive to moisture, does not suffer from temperature changes.
- The cons, however, make the pros practically useless.
- Lack of resistance to mechanical damage. Chipboard will easily crack from any impact - or a piece may break off from it.
- Impossibility of complex processing. A chipboard shelf will always have a rectangular shape, because when you try to cut it, it will simply crack.
About the same thing will happen if you carelessly drill a hole for the bracket.
Corner design
Chipboard does not look very aesthetically pleasing and, if not manufactured according to technological requirements, it will release fumes that are poisonous to humans.
Tip
Chipboard shelf should only be installed as a temporary solution. Or if the entire design of the house is made using the cheapest materials possible.
MDF is slightly higher class. It is used for wood waste, chips and small debris, which are mixed with resin, heated, stirred to a homogeneous mass and pressed into sheets under high pressure.
Modern style
MDF shelf will have the following advantages:
- Easy to handle. MDF, unlike chipboard, easily takes any shape.
- Security. Unlike chipboard, MDF does not emit harmful fumes.
- Sustainability. With proper processing (due to which the construction will cost a little more), the MDF shelf will be insensitive to moisture, biological irritants, and fire.
It can be washed with aggressive chemicals. - Long service life. MDF is more reliable than chipboard, lasts longer, does not swell, does not bend, does not dry out over time.
Not bulky option
There are only two minuses:
- Price . Of course, it cannot be compared with the price of natural wood, but compared to chipboard it seems quite high.
- Softness . It is thanks to the softness of MDF that it is easy to process - but because of it, the shelf will be sensitive to mechanical damage. Chips with cracks will not appear on it, however - only dents, scuffs.
MDF with chipboard can be given the appearance of any natural material - this allows a protective coating that provides them with stability and can be of any color. On closer examination, the difference, of course, will be noticeable, but if you do not look closely, it is quite possible to be deceived.
Advice
If you want to install a TV in a bedroom where no one but you is really there, and the air humidity is low, MDF or chipboard will suit you.
Large room version
Made of wood
If you don't look closely, a shelf made of MDF or chipboard can go behind a wooden shelf. But their performance characteristics are still somewhat different.
Wood has the following advantages:
- Beauty. Of course, other materials can copy the appearance of wood in general terms - but it will still be different from them. The special texture, the presence of unique veins, knots, depressions on the surface, a slight smell add to it a special glamor.
- Ease of processing. The tree can not only be given the desired shape, but also covered with intricate carvings, which will make the end result more interesting.
- Reliability. A wooden shelf can last for many years, especially if handled with care.
Wooden variant
Properly treated - and therefore somewhat more expensive - wood is also insensitive to moisture and biological irritants, and cannot leave splinters.
But even he has disadvantages:
- Flammability. Wood burns no matter how it is treated.
- Not resistant to high humidity and temperature changes. A treated tree can resist them, but the rest will quickly swell or, on the contrary, dry out in inappropriate conditions.
- Price. Natural wood - especially dense, reliable varieties - is expensive.
A wooden shelf can last for many years
Metal
Metal is a very original solution for any interior, especially if left unpainted, shiny. It does not suit all styles, it gives the room a somewhat cold, austere look. Has several benefits:
- resistance. The tree dries up or swells over time, chipboard with MDF crack or break, glass becomes cloudy or may break, but nothing is scary on a metal shelf - it does not burn, does not wear out, does not change color in the sun, is not afraid of biological hazards like mold or parasites .
Many metals don't even rust—and those that do can always be painted.
Hi-tech
- Easy maintenance . Metal does not attract dust. It is enough just to wipe it with a damp cloth so that it shines again, like on the first day after purchase.
- Reliability . A thin sheet of metal can withstand much more weight than a wooden board or chipboard sheet of the same thickness, plus it is practically insensitive to mechanical damage. The maximum is to leave a dent on it, which can then be easily straightened out.
It also has disadvantages:
- High price . Reliable stainless steel costs comparable to natural wood.
- Specific appearance . A metal shelf will look austere, make the room somewhat less cozy and much colder. It will not be able to fit into many styles - most classical ones, for example - and combine with many materials. For example, with a tree.
Metal and glass
The metal structure fits perfectly into the high-tech style, which is all combinations of glass and metal. It will look good in minimalism, in futurism, it will take root in the loft . But trying to insert it into country style, American style, eco and others, referring to closeness with nature, village life, natural materials, is not worth it.
Tip
When choosing metal as a material, make sure that it is of high quality. Low price, lack of a certificate, a seller who does not have positive reviews - all this may indicate that the design will fail very quickly. Rust, bend or simply fall.
Metal does not attract dust
Glass shelves
Glass is no less original material than metal. Fitting it into the interior is just as difficult. It has advantages:
- Aesthetics . This beauty is not like the beauty of a tree - more airy, lighter.
Glass will not make the room cozier, but it will make it colder and seem to be lighter. In addition, it can be additionally decorated with painting or laser engraving. - Stability . Glass is not afraid of almost anything - it does not change color in the sun, does not swell from moisture, does not crack from temperature changes, and does not suffer from biological threats. Does not absorb odors, is not afraid of aggressive chemicals.
- Reliability . A thin sheet of glass can support a lot of weight - if it's properly tempered glass. It can serve for decades, does not change shape.
- Variety . There is a variety of glass, which differs in performance, in appearance.
Glass - original material
There are also disadvantages:
- Price. Comparable to the price of metal and natural wood.
- Lack of resistance to mechanical damage. Even the strongest glass breaks with a strong impact - the only question is how exactly the fragments will scatter.
From cheap glass, they will sprinkle with a rain of small crumbs. They will fly off from the expensive in large pieces with blunt edges that cannot be cut. - Slippery surface. It is better not to put anything on the glass that can slip off. And under what cannot, it is worth enclosing a napkin so that there are no scratches left.
- Complexity of maintenance. Cleaning the glass with a cloth is easy. But if it gets dirty, washing it so that there are no stains is a non-trivial task, which will require special skill, a special soft cloth, special chemicals.
A thin sheet of glass can withstand a lot of weight
Unlike chipboard, metal, wood, glass can be very different in price and quality.
Allocate:
- Sheet . An immortal classic — thin, transparent, breaks into many small fragments. Will only fit a small light TV.
- Hardened . The same sheet, but treated with high temperature. More durable, breaks into large fragments with blunt edges.
Suitable for medium TV. - Triplex . Glass glued in several layers - in the middle there is a special layer that holds the layers together. Triplex does not break, only cracks. This is what is used to make bulletproof glass. Suitable for large TV.
- Float . Molten glass is poured onto molten metal, and then cooled - as a result, it turns out to be as even as possible. Currently, it is most often used for shelves.
- Reinforced . If you have a very large and heavy old TV, this glass is the best fit for it. In the thickness of it is a metal mesh, which provides it with greater strength than all other species. On impact, it does not crack, most often it does not even crack. The texture is usually in a small square.
- Acrylic . Not exactly glass - a thin transparent plastic that mimics glass. It scratches easily, burns, but is much stronger than ordinary glass. It can be drilled, it can be turned, it can be painted, it can be cut.
Suitable for a small TV - or for a purely decorative shelf that has no support.
Compact version with metal and glass elements
Triplex costs the most, acrylic and sheet glass the least.
Tip
Glass goes well with both metal and wood. It will look best in hi-tech, but can also look good in more classic styles.
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How to decorate shelves?
Having imagined what kind of structure the shelf should have and what material it should be made of, it remains only to decide how it will be decorated.
Classic style
Commonly used:
- Brackets . This is the most common solution, with which you can decorate all shelves, except for glass ones - you cannot drill the necessary holes in them. Arms can be strictly geometric, with floral patterns, with geometric patterns, as well as the most original forms - if you search, you can find in the form of trees, birds, animals, human figures. Intricate brackets look especially good in classic interiors like English.
- Thread . Suitable for decorating wooden shelves. It is applied most often to the end, where it will be visible. Usually these are simple geometric patterns or floral motifs. Great eco solution.
- Painted . You can paint any surface, even metal - good, suitable paints can be found in any art store. Usually painted side sections.
- Engraved . Used for glass or metal - leaves a shiny bright mark. You can make a pattern with it, you can put an interesting quote on the side cut.
In white
The idea of placing additional shelves around the main TV shelf and placing accessories on them is also a success - they will be better visible than the patterns or carvings .
These can be:
- Flowers . Fresh flowers in pots are ideal for the American style, for a cozy country, frivolous Provence. Small vases with bouquets that change every few days are an addition to American retro. Flowers should be chosen according to taste, but they should not be too bulky.
- Photos . They fit well into almost any style, except for those that do not tolerate accessories in principle. It is best if these are professional photos that are pleasant to look at, which have not only nostalgic, but also artistic value.
- Figurines . They are far from appropriate in all interiors, but they can look beautiful, especially if you arrange figures from the same collection.
- Discs . Bright boxes of discs for a DVD player are also a kind of accessory that will suit the classic styles of the twenties.
Small wooden shelf
In addition to the most common options, you can arrange basically anything around the TV - books, collectible figures of comic book characters, a beaded tree, origami complex structure.
Tip
You can decorate not the shelf itself, not additional shelves, but the wall behind them, near the TV. There you can hang a piece of photo wallpaper, a poster with a movie star or a rock band, draw graffiti there. Of course, such liberty is not suitable for all styles, but it will fit perfectly into a loft, for example.
Minimalist style
Lighting also plays an important role in shelf design. It is able to highlight the entire corner with the TV.
Most commonly used:
- Spot light .
Small round lamps are installed on the ceiling, some distance from the TV. Being turned on when all the rest of the light is off, they highlight the "cinema zone", allow you to save your eyes from unnecessary stress. If desired, you can adjust the intensity of their light. Or hold a separate switch for each small lamp. - LED strip . It is usually stretched along the very edge of the shelf - or shelves. She will emphasize them in the dark, add a mysterious shimmer to them. Can change color, light intensity. It doesn’t look too good with wood, either natural or artificial, it is best suited to glass - if you install it discreetly, from the edge pressed against the wall, the shelf will glow from the inside, like an enchanted jewel. Catalog of prostitutes with prices dosug-anapa.ru
The LED strip can serve as a night light if you use it in the bedroom or nursery.
Combination of design for books and TV
home. First of all, you should consider in which room the shelf will be located.
If it is a kitchen, there are a number of factors to consider:
- Constant temperature fluctuations. The kitchen cooks almost every day. The stove heats up, the air heats up with it, and then cools back down in a few hours. Therefore, the shelf must be insensitive to drops.
- Constant fluctuations in humidity. The kettle heats up - steam is released. Soup water is heated - steam is released. The air in the kitchen is either saturated with moisture or more or less dry. Therefore, the regiment should not suffer from such a regime.
- Difficult conditions. In the kitchen, something is constantly pouring, eggs are broken, salads are mixed, something is fried in oil, something is baked in a red-hot oven. Under such conditions, it is very easy to inadvertently stain a shelf with anything - almost as easy as touching it with your hand out of absent-mindedness. Therefore, it should be easy to wash and be insensitive to mechanical damage.
Living room interior wall
If this is a living room, the shelf requirements are lower.
It is necessary to take into account only the aesthetic question. The whole family gathers in the living room, guests come to it. If this is not so important in the kitchen, then in the living room a shelf should be an ideal part of the interior. All materials are suitable for such conditions, except for chipboard, which looks too budget.
There are no requirements at all in the bedroom - this is a personal space, you can even put chipboard in it, if it suits you completely.
In the interior of the bedroom
But in the case of a child, the requirements for a shelf are no less strict than in the kitchen - but they are of a different kind.
The following factors must be taken into account:
- Safety . In the case of children - first of all. The shelf should not have sharp corners, it is better to mount it on reliable brackets away from the children's bed. It will not work to place it above the height of the child (it is harmful for the eyes to watch TV from the bottom up), so you need to make sure that it does not harm him in any way.
- Aesthetics . First of all, you need to coordinate the beauty of the shelf with the small inhabitant of the room. Perhaps he will like chipboard with a bright color coating, which an adult will find tasteless. And, perhaps, he wants to see cartoon animals or fish on the surface.
It is clear that a metal shelf is suitable only if it has rounded smooth lines, and glass, most likely, will not work at all, if you do not take expensive, reinforced.
In the loft style
Tip
Additional shelves should be placed around the TV in the nursery - the child will definitely find what to put on them. From a collection of designers to your favorite plush toys.
TVs perform different tasks in all rooms, so the requirements for shelves are slightly different:
- Kitchen. Here, the TV most often acts as a background, under which the cook is busy with food, only occasionally glancing at the screen.
In such conditions, the TV should be small, and the shelf should be such that it takes up as little usable space as possible. It would be ideal to make it angled, perhaps above eye level, so that something else can be placed under it. Special aesthetic delights are not needed.
In the interior of the kitchen
- Living room . Here, the TV often becomes the center of the interior - it stands on a shelf on the wall, there is a sofa in front of it. The whole family gathers here to watch an interesting show, guests who have come to watch a movie sit in front of it. Therefore, he himself should be large, and the shelf should be wide, thick, preferably on brackets. Here, aesthetic delights are welcome, especially if the style of the furnishings accepts them.
- Bedroom . TV is rarely installed here, because people rarely spend more time in the bedroom than they need to sleep directly. Therefore, if it is decided to put it all the same, there are no general tips.
The main thing is that he does not get out. - Child . A separate TV for a child so that he can watch cartoons should not be too expensive or heavy - during the game it can be dropped, hit with an elbow, shaken. An average TV on a low shelf is the best solution. Aesthetic delights - to the taste of the baby.
In the interior of a children's room
When the decision is made, it remains only to place the TV on the wall without violating the rules of operation.
lSafety
In order not to spoil your eyesight, you need to follow simple rules when placing the TV:
- Range . From a person sitting on a sofa (or lying in bed) to the TV, there should be at least two meters, otherwise the eyes will strain, which is harmful.
- Height . It is believed that the optimal height is at the eye level of a person who looks at the screen. Therefore, the easiest way to determine how to hang a TV is to sit on the sofa (or lie on the bed), close your eyes, and then open them while looking at the wall.
The point at which the eye stops is the place where the upper third of the screen should fall. Therefore, in the nursery, the TV should be hung low - it is harmful for the child to lift his head. - Shadow . The TV should not be placed in front of a window. During daylight hours, the screen will glare, the eyes will strain, and this is harmful. The only exception is if the window has very thick curtains that block almost all the light.
Non-standard solution for TV installation
The exception is the TV in the kitchen, which is not so much watched as listened to. But if your kitchen also acts as a living room, and you like to watch the news while eating, it’s better to put it downstairs, at eye level.
And in order not to say goodbye to expensive equipment too soon, the rules are different.
Do not hang the TV in the following places:
- Above heating appliances. This includes batteries, a real fireplace, a stove.
Heat has a bad effect on the inside of the TV, it can damage the shelf if it is not made of metal. - In small niches. Placing a TV in a niche is a good solution, but only if at least twenty centimeters remain from its edges to the edges of the niche on each side. Otherwise, ventilation will be disturbed, the heat generated by the TV itself will stagnate and negatively affect it.
- On weak walls. This is especially true of large plasma TVs that can weigh up to thirty kilograms - they can only be placed on a solid brick or concrete wall.
Otherwise, you can place the TV and the shelf under it according to your own taste - in the corner, in the center of the composition, in a large niche, in the end wall ...
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PROS
- In the room, a horizontal surface is added in which you can place anything, from the collection of disks, from the collection of disks, from the collection of disks.
to pots of fresh flowers. - In some interiors without a shelf, the TV will look bare, even if it hangs perfectly on the wall itself - moreover, it can complement the style, fit into it perfectly.
- You can make a shelf with your own hands, getting at the same time a new, interesting experience, and a reliable original wall decoration that will please you for a long time.
CONS
- Place carefully so that the shelf looks good, the TV holds up well and everything together lasts for decades.
- It is necessary to think over lighting, decorations, relative position of additional shelves.
- Natural wood, processed metal, durable glass from which the best shelves are obtained are expensive.
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how to make it yourself, how to install it, where to put it
Due to its variety of shapes and materials, the TV shelf on the wall has not only a functional purpose, but also harmoniously fits into the design solution of the whole room.
By placing the TV on the wall, space is saved, and a stylish aesthetic appearance is obtained. Sets of modern shelves include brackets for mounting it, as well as a cable channel to hide all the wires. Such products are used not only for TV, but also for placing other interior items. On large surfaces, you can put everything together: a TV with vases, paintings and other decor.
The picture clearly shows the standard and running wall shelf. It is simple and, at the same time, aesthetic. It will complement absolutely any design style, in this case it fits perfectly into the minimalist style
Types of wall shelves
the right angle. For old “boxes”, overall and most durable structures are provided, for modern plasma TVs - cutoffs up to 15 cm. Figuratively, wall mounts can be divided into: simple and swivel. Simple ones can be made with your own hands and the equipment on them will be located strictly in a straight line. Tilting are branded products and involve placing the TV at the desired angle so that you can watch programs from any angle that is convenient for you.
The main types of TV wall shelves are as follows:
- Furniture wall. Ready-made furniture design with a place for a TV and many other additional shelves and drawers. This is the most common TV location.
- A series of closed cabinets and shelves. Outwardly similar to a furniture wall, only they can be moved and mounted on the wall in any order according to your taste.
- Open shelves. The usual straight cut of the board without frills is very convenient and quite cheap.
- Cabinet shelf. A rational solution for placing TV with an additional bedside table below will help to place other items in it (magazines, tuners).
- Plasterboard shelves (niches). Such designs can be given any shape, set backlight and a chic place under the TV is provided.
- Contrasting panels made of plastic, planks, marble, stone. They focus on themselves so much that the TV fades into the background.
In front of you is a shelf-cabinet of overall size that allows you to hold not only
The classic look of a wall unit is shown in this photo.
It combines drawers, small cabinets, perfectly in harmony with the open area, where DVD and TV are located.
Pluses include:
- Space saving;
- Aesthetic, modern look;
- Out of reach prevents children and animals from reaching.
Cons include:
- A badly mounted flat may cause the TV to fall beyond repair;
- The location of the shelf above/below eye level contributes to their rapid fatigue;
- Need special tools and professionals to install this design.
This picture shows a stylish image and, alas, the wrong placement of the TV shelf, which is below eye level, which will cause overstrain and gradual loss of vision
Where to put the shelf
It's not a good idea to just take and attach TV shelves anywhere. There are several tips for choosing the placement of this functional piece of furniture.
Prohibited places:
- Niches or any other enclosed space;
- Wall above fireplace,
- Area above stove or other heating appliances.
Allowed (recommended) seats:
- The distance from the TV screen to the viewing position must be four diagonal sizes;
- The shelf board must be 1 meter from the bottom;
- When installing, you should take into account the location of the sofa, which should be placed strictly opposite or at an angle of 30 degrees in relation to the future TV.
A typical example of how not to place TV shelves. A heating device, in this case, a fireplace, can damage electrical equipment without subsequent repair. But modern designers, for some reason, ignore this nuance.
The photo shows a TV niche made of drywall. Such placement of equipment is also inappropriate, besides it does not coincide with the fashion trend
How to install the shelf
Factory open TV shelves have hinges. To mount to a wall of this design, you need to prepare anchors with dowels, a drill or a puncher (if the wall is reinforced concrete).
According to the markings, drill holes in the wall with a strong pressure of the hammer drill.
Insert dowels tightly into them, into which then screw the anchor bolts. Put loops on the anchor design.
Here you can see how the marking is done correctly, for the subsequent drilling of a hole of the desired diameter. The diameter of the hardware is compared with the markings on the wall
Production material
Shelf for TV is subdivided according to its shape:
- with legs;
- straight;
- cabinet shelf;
- mounted;
- complex configurations.
Based on the shape you have in mind, the shelves are made from different materials: wood, glass, plasterboard, metal, stone and plastic. You can independently make a place under the TV from drywall and wood. All other types of material are subject only to the hands of professionals.
Classic wooden hanging shelf. Made in the style of minimalism, contrastingly complements the bright image of the entire living room. Able to withstand TV, decor and other items
How to make a TV shelf with your own hands
It is not difficult to make a standard wooden TV shelf on the wall.
The drawing of this design is to place the TV on top of the shelf, and the tuner and other items can be placed inside
- Materials for manufacturing. Wood is the most convenient option for this idea, and it is also easy to process. Shelf structures made of such material are: corner, hanging, closed, open. To implement the model in question, we choose a dry, perfectly flat board. In addition to the main workpiece with a thickness of 16 mm, you will need additional tools for installation: a hacksaw (jigsaw), drill, level, ruler, pencil, brackets, self-tapping screws, dowels, stain and varnish.
- We draw up a drawing, perform calculations. The future functional decor will be of a standard form, have a top, bottom and two sides. The size of the structure is 250x300x1100 mm. Place the boards on a flat surface and transfer the drawing to them with a pencil and ruler. Be sure to add 1.6 cm for allowances for fastening.
- Sawing and processing. Place one edge of the board on a chair, the other will be in space.
Cut off the unnecessary part with a jigsaw. Everything, do the same with other boards, getting two long and two short ones. Coat the edges with stain and varnish. - Assembly. After complete drying, proceed to assembly. On the bottom and top board, a pair of holes for self-tapping screws are drilled at the edges. Then the sides are attached to the lower part with the help of self-tapping screws, covered with the upper blank and also twisted with hardware. The back side can be processed with a sheet of plywood.
- How to overcome vibration? Factory shelves, for example glass, are initially endowed with a vibration damping system. And, here, in order to get rid of the vibrations of wooden shelves, you need to equip them with small turning wheels, silicone layers, metal needles. To reduce vibration to a minimum, spikes-needles are set very sharp.
- How to hang a shelf yourself? Metal brackets are attached to the back of the structure or at its ends. Drill holes in the wall strictly horizontally for self-tapping screws.
Insert dowels into the resulting cavity and screw self-tapping screws into them so that their edge protrudes by 0.5-0.7 mm. Put the TV shelf with brackets on the screws. Ready.
Here is a fragment of the calculations for the future shelves. All measurements are carefully calculated and recorded on a separate sheet of paper. Only then draw a diagram of the future mounting structure
Staining is the easiest step. By lightly pressing the brush on the polished surface, the mixture is evenly distributed. The stain should be applied gradually from one edge to the other
The photo shows the assembly process, namely: screws are screwed into the boards with a screwdriver, thus fastening the side parts to the bottom of the workpiece. The tool is held strictly horizontal
Comparison of the 10 most popular branded wall shelves
Popular brands of wall mounting products are available not only in the form of standard, hanging shelves, but also in ultra-modern brackets.
- Commus Gamma - glass shelf in three colors (clear, bronze, grey) is the most common option for TV. Supplied with two metal holders.
- Gerbor - chipboard shelves imitating wood, withstand varying degrees of load depending on the design.
- iTech is another popular glass brand in its own right. The bracket included allows you to mount the shelf on any wall composition.
- BRW - dark and light wooden furnishings to suit any room design.
- KSL - strong metal sheet capable of withstanding a load of up to 7 kg. In this case, it can accommodate not only a TV, but also other interior items. Another advantage is its height adjustment.
- Vogels - the technical characteristics of such brackets allow them to be one of the expensive mounts that can withstand up to 70kg
- Brateck - brackets with different diagonal TV compatibility that can withstand a load of up to 30kg.
- Eagle - cold formed steel plate makes this fastener extremely resistant to stress.
Depending on the type, they can withstand different loads. - UniBracket - brackets for diagonal 13-20” with a maximum load of 15kg.
- X-Digital - brackets with a load of about 15 kg.
Your attention is given to the shelf brand Gerbar. Made from the popular chipboard material, it is of high quality and strong. Thanks to its material, two or more colors can be combined
A visual example of the look of a standard Brateck bracket. Even the photo shows its strength and reliability, as well as the ability to rotate the screen to any angle
It is fashionable to place the main equipment in the house with a TV shelf on the wall. Based on your desires, you can choose one of the types of wall products: an open hanging shelf, a furniture wall with many additional drawers, drywall inventions and other options.
You can't place TV shelves wherever you like, for this there are certain nuances that should be taken into account. Such a project can be done with your own hands without much effort, following the steps and tips for making.
A simple, standard wooden shelf without any frills or pomp will look great in high-tech and minimalist style. Mounted with strong brackets and gives a sense of security
Here is a fairly popular version of the wooden shelf, which perfectly copes with two functions: it holds the TV and compactly accommodates books and other electrical equipment. Everything seems to be in its place
Lightweight furniture wall with hanging shelf harmonizes with all the attributes and the surrounding atmosphere. A visually wide beam is able to withstand not only the weight of electrical equipment, but also additionally other objects
A small compact handmade shelf that looks great in the bedroom without taking up space in an already small room
The bedside table consists of several identical elements. Moreover, some of which are completely open and ready to hold all the visible sights of the owners, and invisible - where you can hide, for example, a stack of newspapers or damaged equipment
Non-standard hanging shelf.
