Modern TVs are thin and can be hung on the wall. But not everyone likes this idea. Another TV screen can be put on a specially designated place in the cabinet furniture – the wall. But this option does not suit everyone. A TV stand in a modern style is considered more relevant. It is compact, can be of any style, size and shape.
Decide on dimensions
The dimensions of the TV cabinet are limited, perhaps, by the available free space. The only thing you should probably avoid is that the length of the furniture is less than the width of the TV. In this state of affairs, there is a high probability that when passing by, you can touch and push the screen. If the dimensions of the bedside table are larger, willy-nilly, you will have to go around the obstacle along a large radius, so that the TV will be safe.
The TV stand can have different heights. They can be conditionally divided into three categories:
- Low and long. They have a height of 40-45 cm and a length of 90-120 cm. This type of TV stand fits well into fashionable styles: modern, hi-tech, loft, minimalism.
Low TV stand looks stylish - Medium in height: 55-70 cm. This type of frame furniture can be called universal. Depending on the material, the manner of execution, the fittings used, it can fit into any style – from traditional classics and Provence to trendy loft and minimalism.
- Tall TV cabinets. They have a height in the region of 90-120 cm. They can be narrow (50-60 cm wide) or wide (100-140 cm). In the latter case, they look more like a rack or a mini-wall.
When choosing the height of the cabinet, it is worth remembering that for comfortable viewing, the TV must be located at a certain height. This height depends on the size of the screen and the distance the TV is from human eyes. In general, it is assumed that the middle of the screen should be at the level of the human eye.
So, first of all, decide how high a modern-style TV cabinet should have. Next, measure the length of the TV and the space you can allow for this type of furniture. This will help determine the minimum and maximum dimensions of the TV cabinet. In the store, these numbers will come in handy. Showrooms have a large area, which makes the furniture seem smaller than it actually is. Focusing on the available measurements, it will be more difficult for you to miss the choice.
Functionality
The TV cabinet can have open and closed shelves, drawers. Previously, cassettes, disks, and other similar “trifles” were stored here, but today this is irrelevant. All these attributes have almost disappeared from everyday life. But a large number of different chargers and other small and not very gadgets have appeared, which are difficult to determine the place. Perhaps the shelves and drawers near the TV are what you need.
TV cabinets with open shelves are visually perceived as “lighter”. But we must remember that dust collects on the shelves very quickly. If you are ready for daily cleaning, you can choose a model with a large number of shelves. If regular care is not your forte, it makes sense to choose an option only with drawers or closed shelves.
Of what make
If a modern-style TV cabinet is purchased separately, it is matched in style, color and material to existing furniture. There will be no problems if your furniture is made of chipboard (laminated chipboard). It is from this material that such products are made in most cases. If the furniture is made of MDF, everything is a little more complicated – different companies make different facades, but here you can find similar products.
When you go to the store, it is advisable to take some small piece of your furniture. This will help to accurately determine the color and texture. If there are no small details, there is another option – remember the name of the finish of your furniture (for example, dark walnut, mahogany, etc.) and have a photo. Standard colors, if different from different manufacturers, are insignificant. If the TV stand is separate from the rest of the furniture (and usually it is), no one will notice such a difference. A photo will help to more adequately assess the match in style.
You can also find options made of glass and steel pipes, glass and plastic inserts. It is unlikely that your rest of the furniture is made of similar materials. So you need to look at how the new item will be in harmony with the rest of the situation. Before buying, be sure to check the bearing capacity of a similar design. In products made of chipboard and MDF, it is not prescribed, as they are high, but glass shelves have weight restrictions. Modern TVs weigh a little, but be careful. Your weight must not exceed the maximum permissible load.
If your cabinet furniture has glass inserts, it makes sense to look for glass of the same texture or color. The same applies to metal parts – it is desirable that they match the existing type of finish.
If the found modern-style TV cabinet does not quite harmonize with the environment, you can correct the situation by using some accessories, add-ons that combine elements of new and old furniture. This will help bring everything together into a single ensemble.
Design features
Rational use of corners is very difficult. One possibility is to put the TV screen in the corner. In this case, you need a corner TV stand in a modern style. The shape of the cabinets installed in the corner can be pentagonal or triangular. The most common are pentagonal. The depth of their central part is solid, so the usable volume will be much larger than that of the “direct” counterparts.
Models with a triangular base are suitable for small apartments. They take up much less space, thanks to which they will fit into a small free space. Small size – low material consumption, low cost. If you are looking for an inexpensive TV stand, take a look at these models.
There are also TV cabinets with built-in brackets. If you install a similar model, it seems that the TV is hanging on the wall. In fact, he keeps on the rack. In order for the whole structure to be stable, the cabinet itself has a solid size and it is usually made of chipboard, since the material is the heaviest, and the mass is needed so that the structure does not turn over. When choosing furniture of this type, pay attention to the weight of the screen that the design can hold. It is important.
This option is good for walls with low bearing capacity and it is dangerous to hang the TV on the wall or in the right place there is a mortgage that can support the weight of the screen.
A hanging TV stand in a modern style will perfectly fit into a modern interior. But this option is exclusively for walls with good bearing capacity, since the entire mass – both the cabinet and the screen – falls on the wall. Due to the lack of legs, it seems that the furniture is floating. Due to this, the massive structure does not look so heavy.
Hanging TV cabinets are mounted on powerful brackets. Even so, they should not be loaded with a lot of things. In addition to the TV set itself, you can put a couple of decorative elements, and put a few gadgets.