Varieties of materials for making corner TV tables
Manufacturers of corner bedside tables use wood, chipboard, MDF, as well as glass and metal. For all types of these materials, craftsmen note excellent performance characteristics, a fairly long service life, subject to the rules of furniture care.
A corner bedside table, which is used to place household appliances, made of natural wood, is considered a classic option in the world of interior art.
Advice! Similar models can be used for any style, excluding high-tech. Its design includes wooden shelves, and metal or wood is used for connections.
In the process of assembling corner bedside tables in the hallway, manufacturers often use aluminum profiles.
Matching different styles
In modern design rooms, excesses in the interior are not welcome. Especially if the living room is small, a universal, laconic design will be beneficial. Such cabinets, often made of metal and glass, will suit any fashionable furniture. The secret is that in any case they will be combined with the TV itself, the body of which is usually made in high-tech style. In a living room decorated especially luxuriously and intricately, such furniture will look like an alien element.
Classicist style cabinets made of natural wood usually have solid doors with carved elements. The texture and shade of wood is emphasized by a coating of transparent varnish. The rich structure of wood and ornate carved patterns are difficult to combine with the appearance of modern technology. A dark glass tabletop smooths out this discrepancy and creates a harmonious transition. Solid, solid classic cabinets will suit a calm, discreet interior.
For the same reasons, Baroque models, decorated with rich carvings, sometimes combine natural wood with acrylic facades. This solution allows you to fit the TV case into the most luxurious furniture ensemble. Against the backdrop of smooth, shiny acrylic, the screen looks organic, and the solid wood parts unite the TV stand with the rest of the furniture in the living room.
Cabinets in modern techno and hi-tech styles look good in a modern apartment with appropriate design. The soft shine of metal and plastic, sharp corners and smooth lines give the interior lightness and completeness. Most often, such cabinets do not have a large number of additional elements. There are also very laconic cabinets, the originality of which lies in their special shape. Glass is usually used as a tabletop.
Natural wood bedside table
Such models are distinguished by a solid and sophisticated appearance, as well as individual design. The natural, durable material is pre-treated by grinding, then polished, and only then covered with a layer of varnish. With proper care and periodic renewal of the paintwork, this piece of furniture will have a long service life.
Many property owners consider products made from MDF to be practical and also affordable. This material is environmentally friendly because small wood shavings are used to make MDF, which are bonded with lignin and paraffin. The finished material is first painted, then covered with film or veneer.
Interesting models of corner shelves for a TV in the hallway, in the kitchen, as well as recommendations from experts, photographs of the work, are presented in the video
Among the materials that are also often used by manufacturers of cabinet furniture, we note chipboards. This material occupies a leading position in the cabinet furniture manufacturing market. Chipboard has good performance in terms of ease of processing, strength, and the finished products are available in a reasonable price range.
Features of long TV stands
New flat TV models have an elongated rectangular shape. It combines well with the geometry of the cabinet, as does the large diagonal of the screen. Miniature Soviet-era stands are no longer suitable for modern TVs.
Benefits of use
TV stands (long) have other advantages.
Advantages:
- functionality due to many shelves and drawers;
- saving space in the room (base width - no more than 30 cm);
- visual expansion of space;
- large selection of colors and textures;
- emphasizes the exceptional taste of the owner.
It is not at all necessary to place the LCD panel on such a cabinet. They will look harmonious even when hung.
Types of structures and device
Long bedside tables vary in installation method and type of design.
Kinds:
- narrow (depth 20-25 cm);
- standard (30 cm);
- hanging;
- floor
The depth must be selected depending on the available space in the room and the size of the electronics placed on the surface. Hanging models look original and light, suitable for a TV on a wall bracket. Floor-mounted ones are more stable and spacious.
Installation methods:
- in the center of the room;
- along the wall;
- in the corner.
The first option is only suitable for spacious rooms. For example, if it is a combined living room and dining room. The back cover of such furniture should be made of beautiful façade material or be completely absent.
Mounting to one of the walls is the most popular way to place the cabinet. It is universal for rooms of any size. The last type of installation of a long TV stand is suitable for sloping corners. You can also buy a corner chest of drawers, which will fit exactly into the interior and allow you to use additional storage space. It is small in size.
Manufacturing materials and types of coatings
The main requirements for materials are wear resistance and aesthetics.
Manufacturers offer TV stands from:
- natural wood;
- particle boards (chipboard, laminated chipboard, MDF);
- metal;
- glass;
- plastic.
You can choose it to suit any style and color scheme of the interior. Chipboard and plastic are more popular due to their varied designs and affordable prices. The main problem of synthetic material is the release of harmful substances.
You can avoid this by using a protective coating:
- varnish;
- films;
- veneer
They are applied during the production process, so each seller is required to present a certificate of conformity and safety for the furniture.
Facade
The appearance and design of the cabinet plays no less important role than the material of manufacture.
Types of facade:
- open (shelves only);
- closed (drawers or shelves with blind doors);
- combined (there are open shelves, drawers and sections with doors).
The choice depends on the style of the rest of the furniture in the room and the items to be stored in the cabinet. Books and an electronic player can be conveniently placed on a shelf with easy access. It is better to hide documents or a first aid kit from prying eyes behind a blank façade.
Filling and additional details
Apart from their intended purpose, TV bedside tables are a convenient place to store household items.
Things you can put there:
- medications that do not require low temperatures;
- photo albums;
- documentation;
- books, newspapers, magazines;
- stationery;
- bed linen and towels for guests;
- small electronics and household appliances (camera, remote controls, hair dryer, hair curlers, etc.).
When storing medications, it is imperative that the first aid kit is inaccessible to children. This can be ensured by a built-in secret drawer opening system or a lock on the tablet container itself. Otherwise, it is better to find another safe place.
Sometimes you can find a cabinet bar in an apartment. Bottles are placed on shelves behind the door or placed in special cells.
It is more convenient to use the cabinet if it is equipped with additional elements:
- wheels with lock;
- legs;
- TV bracket;
- backlight;
- decorative stands (for photographs, vases, figurines).
The equipment depends on the specific model.
Color spectrum
Classic white or black colors will suit any interior. Intermediate shades need to be matched to the rest of the furniture. Design solutions can successfully include contrasting combinations. The cabinet itself can be plain or with details of a different color. The second option is easier to fit into the interior.
Glass in the production of corner structures
Glass models are preferred by fans of modern and high-tech. The shelves, as well as the doors of such products, are made of special impact-resistant glass. When creating supports and connections, manufacturers prefer to choose metal and wood.
Among those glass surfaces that cabinet furniture manufacturers currently use, we note glossy, matte, and combined elements.
Attention! Natural materials are suitable for a classic style.
A chest of drawers is considered the best option for installing a TV on it, since it has a large capacity. On its horizontal surface you can place not only a TV, but also speakers, as well as other household appliances.
Inside the chest of drawers you can store various things and objects, as well as arrange wires and cables.
Some manufacturers additionally equip cabinets designed for TVs with a bracket.
Such furniture turns out to be compact, and the monitor, which is suspended on a bracket, can be rotated at any angle. The design has a special channel for the television cable, allowing you to hide the wire.
Side tables are ergonomic, so interior designers recommend using them in rooms with a small area.
This model is quite spacious; it does not require the use of additional space for installation. Storage boxes and shelves are located behind hinged doors.
Shelving is suitable for spacious rooms as it has an open design. You can place a TV screen on the central shelf, and on the lower, upper, side shelves you can put decorative items, as well as place speakers and disks.
If you wish, you can also place an individual order using the advice of an experienced designer. Such a corner design of a triangular, oval, or other shape will be an excellent addition to the image created in the room.
Advice! A shelf made in the shape of a tower, an original castle, is suitable for a child's room.
When choosing a specific model of TV stand, it is first important to decide on the place where it will be located. For example, interior professionals recommend choosing compact corner models for the living room.
If all family members gather in a spacious room, you can purchase a chest of drawers.
For bedrooms, the best option is to buy compact cabinets. To make it convenient to watch movies, professionals advise hanging screens.
Advice! The choice of TV height depends on the height of the bed or sofa.
Small structures are appropriate in a children's room so that kids have room for a play area.
Corner TV stand - features
The corner TV stand is distinguished by the fact that its design does not have a back wall. The sides of the case are joined at right angles, but in some cases the product is equipped with a narrow rear panel.
The reinforced tabletop is designed to withstand significant loads and can easily support a TV and related equipment.
Additional equipment often includes a stand with a bracket and a rotating stand.
The decision to choose a model of this shape will be optimal in the following cases:
- all the walls are occupied by other furniture;
- living room sizes are limited;
- other suitable locations do not meet the requirements;
- zoning space in a studio apartment in order to create a separate corner for relaxation;
- the desire to bring uniqueness to the interior.
Useful tips
For connoisseurs of classic style, professionals recommend choosing corner bedside tables that are aged. Such models are made from natural wood, then, armed with special chemical compounds, they are “aged.”
This option is suitable for Provence, country. For such models, carved doors are suitable, and the fittings are selected from metal and wood to suit the style.
Professionals also advise choosing the shade of the coating, for example, choosing a contrasting option.
When choosing a TV shelf option, it is important to pay special attention to the material, design, as well as the functionality of the structure.
It is difficult to imagine a modern design without a beautiful and high-quality bedside table to accommodate the TV. With its help, you can not only arrange equipment, but also make positive changes to the interior, create a place to place personal belongings.
Advice! Designers offer a black and white option that can be used for a classic option.
Professionals advise choosing a low TV stand for those property owners who rarely watch television films. When choosing the height of the cabinet, it is important to take into account the height of the chairs and sofas that are located inside the room.
The materials used for the manufacture of television stands are those that have high strength, wear resistance, and resistance to maximum loads.
Types of elements
Corner cabinets differ from ordinary rectilinear models in the shape of the back wall. There may be several options:
- the most common cabinet is triangular, it is stable, but is only suitable for small TVs;
- the trapezoidal cross-section allows for the placement of large-sized equipment, the free space at the back provides good ventilation;
- The L-shaped design takes up the least space;
- Curved, semicircular models look unusual.
A triangular-type cabinet should be small, otherwise the significant depth of the shelves will make the furniture inconvenient to use.
Triangular
Trapezoidal
L-shaped
Radial
Frame
When choosing a corner TV stand, first of all pay attention to the dimensions of the frame. Two gradations are used:
- By width. Maximum values of 1.2–1.5 m are optimal for a large living room. It is worth considering that such a cabinet will take up a lot of space. Another thing is narrow bedside tables; the usable space when placing them is wasted minimally. However, the width should not be less than 60 cm, otherwise the electronic device may fall.
- By height. Low corner TV stands are popular. Their height is up to 50 cm. Moreover, for ease of viewing, the equipment in such cases is placed on a stand or hung on the wall. 1.2 m is the optimal distance from the center of the screen to the floor; this point should be taken into account when choosing a corner cabinet with a TV stand.
It is recommended to first purchase a TV, and then select a stand in accordance with its parameters.
For a large living room, cabinets up to 1.2–1.5 meters long are suitable
For the convenience of watching TV, it is better to install equipment on a low stand on a stand
Facade
Depending on the style of the room and its size, you can choose an open or closed facade. Furniture with doors is convenient in its own way: behind them there are shelves on which you can place household items, hide not-so-aesthetic equipment wires, and so on. This design is more suitable for modern style. The doors can be glass - frosted or transparent, or they can be made of the same material as the frame.
Reasons for the popularity of a shoe cabinet with a seat in the hallway
The open facade of the corner bedside table provides several shelves of the same or different heights. A TV is placed on the top one; on the rest you can put a video player, set-top box and other equipment connected to the TV.
On the shelves behind the doors you can place household items or hide not-so-aesthetic equipment wires
Open-front models usually have several shelves of the same or different heights
Opening system
If the selected TV stand includes doors, it is important to pay attention to the features of their opening. There are several options:
- The most convenient and common is the swing system. This cabinet has regular doors that open using handles.
- The folding system consists of a single flap, which is attached with hinges. To make the design more reliable, side holders are provided.
Types of white TV stands, their features and placement methods
Some models are equipped with drawers. This design is convenient, but requires more free space to open them. In tall models of corner cabinets, a combined system is often used - drawers are combined with open and closed shelves, which adds functionality to the furniture.
Swing
With drawers
Decor
An important selection criterion is the original, attractive design of such furniture. So, a glass cabinet looks organic in a modern interior. Doors can be made of dark or frosted glass. Most often, such a surface is designed by sandblasting a pattern. Ideally, only the doors should be glass. With this design, the furniture will decorate the interior, but at the same time remain durable, reliable and as safe as possible from injury. An all-glass piece of furniture may not be able to withstand the weight of a large TV or children's pranks.
Cabinets are also decorated with veneer - narrow plates of wood. This product looks elegant and fits organically into classic interior styles. If desired, you can decorate it manually: paint the surface of the cabinet with acrylic paints and varnish the top. Such furniture would be appropriate in Provence and country styles.
The cabinet with a facade that imitates a fireplace looks beautiful.
With glass doors
With fireplace
Equipment
A stand designed for a TV, including a corner model, must be multifunctional. This becomes possible thanks to well-chosen equipment. Such furniture may include:
- sections for auxiliary equipment, they can be located under the TV, on the sides or even on shelves near it;
- narrow vertical shelves designed to accommodate magazines, remote controls, and decorative elements;
- built-in sockets and holes for wires;
- drawers, spacious compartments for linen and clothes;
- built-in minibar.
It is undesirable to install subwoofers and low-frequency speakers on the cabinet; their vibrations negatively affect the operation of the TV.
Sections for auxiliary equipment
Narrow vertical shelves and drawers
How to choose a place for TV and shelves
An ergonomic TV shelf should not only serve as a practical stand, but also be an interior decoration.
It is important to take care not only of the appropriate environment, but also of the number of seats near the TV. When installing a wall-mounted TV shelf, you need to take care of durable fasteners.
When choosing a place to install furniture with a TV, you must follow the following recommendations:
- A hanging shelf for a TV in the living room should be positioned so that the image is at eye level of the viewer in the normal position.
- When mounting furniture on a wall, it is important to find out what material it is made of. The best option is concrete and brick.
- The screen must be protected from direct sunlight. It should also not be installed near heating devices.
- You can put the TV in a niche in the kitchen. In this case, you need to leave a gap of 10 cm at the edges.
- Equipment and furniture must be placed taking into account the placement of cable channels and sockets.
- It is advisable to install the TV at a distance of a meter from the floor and 1.5 meters from the seats. It should not be blocked by other pieces of furniture.
- You should not place equipment in front of windows so that the sun's rays do not fall on the screen. This effect should also be taken into account when choosing a glass shelf for your TV.
It is recommended to arrange the furniture in the living room in a semicircle away from the TV. When installing equipment in the bedroom, you need to consider that viewing should be comfortable from a lying position.