TV stand options, tips for choosing
Often, in the living room, instead of a full-fledged wall, a bedside table for a TV is purchased, which can have different sizes, colors, shapes and other parameters. The use of such a design is considered to be in demand and has many advantages. Beautiful products withstand significant weight from technology and fit well into different styles of interior. Different materials are used for their manufacture, so you can choose TV cabinets from wood, metal or glass.
Varieties
TV tables are presented in different types, differing in parameters:
- construction;
- form;
- dimensions;
- production material;
- coloring and design style.
For many buyers, another important parameter is the country of production, and even domestic companies offer really high-quality and inexpensive options that fit well into different styles.
In accordance with the design, the following products are distinguished:
- a TV cabinet with a glass top, equipped with special compartments, and it differs in both functionality and high decorative properties, so it fits well into any room;
- the cabinet with a sink is not used for a TV, but for installation in the bathroom, and for it a special sink can be purchased without a hole for the mixer, and such a design with a washbasin is usually made of waterproof materials;
- the option with a box or other storage compartments is roomy, therefore it is used not only for installing a TV, but also for storing various small items;
- hanging TV stands are ideal for small rooms, where every meter is important, therefore, the structure is fixed to the wall of the room, and hanging products can also have different shapes;
- the corner TV stand, the photo of which is presented below, is well suited for small living rooms, as it occupies a space that is usually not used at all for any purpose.
The TV cabinet with drawers is considered the most popular, as often in the living room there are no full-fledged walls, so you need space to store various small items.
Additionally, this furniture may differ in the style in which it is made. The most popular options include:
- design cabinets, made in the Art Nouveau style, are distinguished by straight lines and modern decorative elements;
- Elite products are created in the classical style, and they are usually made in light colors and equipped with decorative elements made by hand, so carving, gilding or inlays are often present;
- the TV stand in the loft style is usually purchased by people who prefer the modern design of their home;
- a cabinet with drawers in the Provence style is chosen for the living room, made in soft shades and traditional directions;
- Hi-tech television stand is suitable for people who prefer to use innovative and modern objects and equipment when decorating residential premises.
Additionally, all varieties are different colors. TV cabinets wenge are considered the most popular, as they fit well into different colors and are suitable for various styles of interior design. Often, black cabinets are chosen for TV, as they look really stylish and unusual, so it becomes a bright element of the living room.
Production material
A TV stand can be created from different materials, and what kind of appearance and parameters this design has depends on the raw materials. Relatively recently, the curbstone in the hallway or living room was made only of particleboard or natural wood, but now manufacturers offer a really wide selection of these designs.
TV cabinet for TV can be made of different materials:
- TV stand made of solid wood. This design is perfect for classic and some modern styles. Wood will always be in demand and beautiful material, from which it is possible to obtain wooden TV stands for decorating any room. Such furniture under the TV in the interior will look good, but at the same time it is characterized by durability and strength. TV stands made of solid wood have a high cost, therefore, are available to wealthy customers. Since it is used for construction under a TV array, it must be protected from high humidity, since such an effect adversely affects its service life. Wooden cabinets for TV can be equipped with various decorative elements, and are also available in various colors. The most popular are the cabinets for TV wenge. With proper care for a long time, wood will retain its attractiveness;
- plastic construction - this TV stand is easy to maintain and light in weight. However, this furniture is considered not too attractive, therefore, does not fit into refined and unusual styles. If you choose a telephone stand in the hallway or in the living room under the TV, made of high-quality plastic, then it will last a long time, and at the same time it will be quite durable. Inexpensive models do not have a good indicator of strength;
- a TV cabinet from a chipboard is considered an affordable and practical option. There are even stylish designs on the market that have an attractive appearance and are made in various styles. The surfaces of such a product are easy to clean from pollution, however, before purchasing, you should make sure that the composition is completely free of harmful components, since many manufacturers use formaldehyde in the production process;
- metal television cabinet - does not fit into all interior styles, therefore it is usually chosen for hi-tech. The disadvantages of such a TV cabinet with shelves include quite substantial weight, and it is also usually bulky;
- the glass TV stand is considered original and well suited for various rooms. She herself acts as a unique decoration of any room. The disadvantages include the rather high cost and complexity of cleaning. Before buying, you should make sure that tempered glass was used in the production, since otherwise the design can only withstand mobile phones, but it will not be suitable for a TV.
When choosing, you should make sure of high quality, safety and reliability of accessories.
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The floor design can be arranged in different ways, and the choice of installation location depends on the size of the room and the preferences of its owners. For a TV, the cabinets can be in different parts of the room:
- in the center of the living room - this option is selected only if there is a large room. The height of the cabinet should be such that it is comfortable to watch TV while sitting in an armchair or on the couch;
- in the corner of the room - for this location, a corner TV stand is chosen, which does not take up much space and is distinguished by good capacity;
- along one wall - for this case, a long TV TV stand can be chosen, and even then it will not take up much space and will fit well into any living room.
Thus, you can arrange the furniture in different ways, and the choice of a particular installation location completely depends on the size of the room and the dimensions of the item itself.
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Fashionable interior items are presented in numerous forms, so often buyers have difficulties in the process of choosing the best option. In order to choose the best TV stand, photos of which are located below, it is recommended to take into account some important criteria.
Dimensions
Before directly buying a design, you should determine where this furniture will be installed. In accordance with this, the optimal dimensions of the future product are selected. The dimensions of the cabinet depend on the size of the living room itself.
When choosing dimensions, some parameters are taken into account:
- if the room is large, then you can choose the optimal size design that will perfectly cope with the significant loads from the TV;
- for a small living room, it is advisable to choose a standard and small bedside table, which is installed along the long wall of the room, and it can have several stands that increase its functionality and practicality;
- if there is a small living room at all, then for her the only solution will be the original corner structures.
When choosing a product for a narrow room, it is advisable to focus on objects whose depth does not exceed 30 cm.
If you plan to buy a TV stand in the Provence style for the bedroom, then it is advisable to choose compact designs that will not take up much space, and at the same time will perfectly match the existing bedroom headset. Attention should also be paid to the height of the products, and tall TV cabinets are selected if people watch the equipment on high upholstered furniture, otherwise it will create discomfort during viewing.
Often, such designs are chosen for children's rooms, and usually they have drawing accessories on them, so they should contain different storage compartments, as this will greatly simplify the process of their application. Modern manufacturers produce products that have unusual and interesting forms for children.
Payload
The TV stand must withstand the load from the TV and other items that will be stored on it or inside. Even a slight overload can lead to structural failure, which leads to a violation of the integrity of expensive equipment. It is recommended to purchase a TV cabinet high, which will withstand a slightly larger load than the weight of an existing TV, to be sure of the durability of the structure.
Useful volume
The photo of the TV stands is represented by numerous views, so the optimal design can be chosen for each interior. An important point is the design of the cabinet, so it is desirable that it be equipped with:
- shelves;
- drawers;
- various compartments.
These elements are effectively used to store small accessories, but at the same time they are quite attractive, therefore they improve the appearance of the entire structure and room.
Mobility
Many people prefer the opportunity to move bedside tables effectively. For this, the choice of the TV stand in the Provence style, equipped with wheels, is considered optimal, since there is no need to drag it manually.
If a product is selected on wheels, then it is not allowed to move it together with heavy equipment, since there is a possibility that the TV will simply fall. Typically, such products are selected if the TV is small, so if necessary, move the cabinet, it is simply removed and installed in another place.
Thus, the choice in favor of TV stands from solid wood is usually done if there is a small living room. Such an interior item is available in many forms, differing in size, color and other parameters. It is important to choose a design that is comfortable, mobile and convenient to use.