TV stands: types, choice of shape, material, color and design.

How to choose a TV stand?

Recommendations for choosing:

• First of all, you should consider the expected load on the product, the higher it is, the stronger and better quality the model should be.
• The dimensions of the stand depend on the size of the TV, it is considered safer when the TV does not extend beyond the structure.
• Particular attention should be paid to the fittings, they must be highly durable, reliable and of high quality.
• In terms of color, this product should preferably be in harmony with the color scheme of the rest of the furniture in the interior.

Types of designs

The following design varieties are distinguished:

• Wall-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 production, but most often weightless and light materials are used.
• Floor. They are a separate furniture element that can be equipped with legs or roller wheels. These stands can differ in the presence of additional compartments, open and closed shelves, drawers and a rack.
• Built-in. Quite relevant are chests of drawers, which are supposed to accommodate not only thin plasma TVs, but also larger ones; 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 shapes

There are long designs that are perfect for placing TV devices with a large diagonal, 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 suspended placement. Such elongated cabinets are also equipped with various drawers and shelves, complemented with furniture in the form of side cabinets, shelving, hanging cabinets or a wall unit.

The photo shows a hall with a long floor 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 a large and a small room. Such models most often have shelves and sections, which makes them quite roomy. The TV stand can have any 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.

Material

The main types of materials used for manufacturing:

• Glass. It can be transparent, matte or tinted in the form of tempered glass that meets safety requirements.
• Made of wood. Structures made of natural solid wood have a solid and respectable appearance and suggest both minimalistic and laconic, as well as a more luxurious design with hand carving.
• Plasterboard structures. Due to the flexibility of gypsum board, it is possible to construct 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 a low cost and are the most popular materials for the manufacture of cabinet furniture.
• Metal. Stylish, functional and durable metal construction easily withstands various loads and mechanical impacts, and also favorably decorates the interior, giving it a certain uniqueness.
• Made of stone. They are distinguished by their original texture, unique pattern and special texture, which 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.

Color scheme

The color scheme of this design is selected to match the overall design of the room, for example, the classic solution is black, white or black and white products, which form a rich picture and give the environment an impeccable style. Brown TV stands or models in wenge shade look quite impressive. They have a pronounced structure, a slightly rough texture and clear veins that emphasize the natural look and nobility of the product.

The photo shows a floor-standing 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 to give the room warmth, comfort, some liveliness and a certain mood, no less luxurious and surprisingly attractive solution will be green designs.

The photo shows an interior with a small floor 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.

Design ideas

Interesting design is distinguished by structures with backlighting, undoubtedly attracting attention and creating an aesthetic design or products with glass doors, which can be transparent, matte or have different patterns and designs. You can emphasize the beauty of the interior and add an excellent finishing touch to it with the help of a floating TV stand, which combines engineering, aesthetics and ergonomics.

The photo shows a white TV stand, complemented by internal blue backlighting.

Products with a glossy shiny surface will refresh the appearance of the room and give it additional light and air, and the matte design, due to the softness effect, will form a very gentle and calm design.

The photo shows a hanging floating TV stand in black in the living room interior.

A particularly sophisticated solution are mirrored products, which give the interior an impeccable style and external appeal, or models with patina, which are distinguished by a special weathered effect. For a multifunctional design, they prefer stands for two TVs that are equipped with wheels, shelves, a hidden system for wires, which suggests their placement even in the center of the room.

The photo shows the interior of the hall with a wooden floor TV stand equipped with shelves.

Photo of a stand in the interior of rooms

Examples of design in the design of various rooms.

In the living room

In the hall, a stand is selected taking into account the dimensions and style of the room. Any wall-mounted or floor-standing models will be appropriate here; a great solution can be designs with a bracket, which, due to the tilt-and-turn mechanism, allow you to turn the LCD screen, changing the viewing angle, and thanks to a special cable channel, hide all the wires.

The photo shows a narrow wall-mounted TV stand in the interior of a small living room.

In the bedroom

In the bedroom interior, you can often find a compact chest of drawers, a swivel transforming stand, or narrow wall-mounted products for a TV and equipment that look very light and weightless. In order to give the room even more airiness, use designs with open sections or glass doors, distinguished by a wide variety of coatings.

For the children’s room

For this room, products in bright colors, made of practical materials, are preferred. The main thing is that the structures do not have sharp corners and breakable parts.

How do TV stands look in different styles?

Photo examples of use in different stylistic solutions.

Modern style

Involves laconic, rectilinear TV stands, distinguished 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 the variety of interesting designs and a large number of configurations, it is possible to choose the most suitable option and implement the most daring ideas. In this style, it is appropriate to use both light and more massive structures.

Classic

Elegant, refined and aristocratic classic interior is characterized by furniture made of natural wood, the facade of which is decorated with beautiful carvings, forged details, 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 stand 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, the stand can be replaced with a wooden box or mobile pallets on wheels.

The photo shows a black floor-standing 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 there are hanging or floor-standing retro TV stands made of chipboard, natural wood or plastic.

The photo shows a kitchen-living room in a Scandinavian style, decorated with a white floor-standing TV stand.

High-tech

High-tech design involves geometric shapes and materials such as plastic, metal or glass. Basically, narrow cabinets in a cold and restrained white, gray or silver color scheme, complemented by chrome details and other unique elements, are appropriate here.

Provence

In the style of Provence uses vintage products made of natural wood or chipboard, which can have minor carved elements or slight wear to give an aged look.

Minimalism

Low, narrow cabinets for TVs with black, white or gray color schemes.

Neoclassicism

This style, distinguished by a combination of elegance, splendor and innovative ideas, will be perfectly complemented by a high-quality wooden structure with decor in the form of various glass, mirror inserts or carved figured patterns.

The photo shows a TV stand decorated with mirror inserts in a bedroom in neoclassical style.

Art Deco

The luxurious atmosphere of Art Deco is complemented by spectacular and original products made of exotic wood, with inlay, golden elements or elegant glass inserts.

Country

The country style is appropriate for simple, functional and natural furniture with unpretentious and straight outlines or complemented by an electric fireplace. Here they choose designs that are distinguished by a rougher finish, without polishing and varnish coating, and attractive products with an aging effect, which is obtained by brushing.

Original ideas in the interior

Thanks to the correctly selected decor, it is possible to significantly transform the furnishings and appearance of the TV stand. For example, in the design of structures, ivory inlay, colored mosaic, natural veneer are often used, or decoupage and burning techniques of various patterns are used.

In addition, products made of thick timber, which has preserved the annual rings of the old tree on the surface, or structures made of pallets or brick blocks, have a rather original appearance.

What to put on the stand?

Free space on the stand can be filled with discs, magazines, small figurines, candles, photo frames, paintings or small sculptures. Decorative or live plants, flowers in vases or other decor that attracts attention with their interestingness will help to create an exquisite background.