Choosing a glossy TV stand

Glossy TV stands fit well into a modern interior, harmonize with high-tech and modern styles, and go well with Japanese minimalism. White, black and beige, long, tall and other models for the living room or bedroom - today these pieces of furniture are presented in a wide range. It is worth talking in more detail about how to choose the right option for a glossy TV stand.

In a piece of furniture such as a TV stand, gloss can be an appropriate design solution if the rest of the decor also includes elements of gloss. It can be hi-tech or minimalism in the interior; combinations with furniture in the spirit of modernity or retro 60s with its vinyl fashion also look good. It is worth noting that glossy TV stands get dirty quite easily, they show fingerprints and dust better than matte ones.

However, gloss can also be used as an advantage. When choosing light TV stands combined with pastel or monochrome walls, even a small living room will look spacious. Such models look interesting with illumination, in angular or suspended design, add "air" and light to the interior.

When choosing any type of furniture, it is very important to have a reasonable space planning and functionality of the purchased item. Everything is important here - height, installation method, availability of additional functions. According to these criteria, all existing types of glossy TV cabinets can be divided into categories.

• By the type of execution. There are stationary models and mobile TV stands on wheels that can be moved if necessary. For such furniture, the back wall is made decorative or remains open, like a rack, whatnot.

• By size. Tall models are usually made in a corner version or in combination with a chest of drawers. They are designed to be installed in a bedroom or personal suite. Long bedside tables with a glossy facade consist of 3-4 sections, the central part is usually open or glazed, has built-in lighting. They are ideal for placement in the living room, partly replacing the classic wall.

• By the method of attachment. Most often, there are pedestals in the wall design, installed along the partition or interior column, placed in the portal. Corner designs are also quite popular, but they are difficult to find ready-made. Hanging cabinets more resemble a cabinet or shelf, are fixed with corners or other fasteners, often occupy a significant part of the wall.

• By the availability of options. It can be a swivel bracket for mounting a TV, a cable channel for hidden wiring, backlight. In addition, the presence of stands for acoustics, anti-vibration supports under the legs will be a plus. A mini-bar or an electric fireplace built-in looks interesting.

The main color solutions in the manufacture of TV stands refer to the monochrome range of shades. Black, gray, white the models look laconic, suitable for almost any interior. The same applies to everyone shades of beige - from sand to mocha, the only thing to consider: the temperature of the shade.For "warm" interiors and furniture should be selected the same. Contrasting combinations made in gloss are considered win-win: milk or white oak and wenge, red and black.

The choice of materials is mainly limited by the characteristics of the product. This could be:

• colored or transparent tempered glass;
• vinyl plastic;
• lacquered solid wood;
• Chipboard.

When choosing a TV stand, it is important to consider several important points.

1. Appointment... For the living room, horizontally oriented models are chosen, for a bedroom or study - vertical cabinets that take up little space.
2. Dimensions. The dimensions depend on the parameters of the TV - the edges of the bedside table should protrude 15-20 cm beyond the perimeter of the screen.
3. Mobility. In the interior of a studio apartment, it is best to use a mobile module with a TV bracket. In a classic living room, it is worth stopping at a stationary wall-mounted model.
4. Security. It is better to choose an environmentally friendly material that meets hygiene standards. In glass models, it is important to pay attention to how well the corners are closed.
5. Built-in storage system... It will allow you to place some of the necessary things, save usable space.
6. Compliance with the style of the interior... A glossy sideboard will not fit into a Scandinavian-style interior or a loft. But in the directions of Art Deco, neoclassicism, hi-tech, it will look harmonious.

Let's consider several successful options for using a glossy TV stand in interior design.

• Bright pink-violet cabinet with black edging it is effectively combined with other items of interior decor. This is a great solution for a designer apartment.

• Monochrome black cabinet in glossy finish placed in a minimalistic interior with elements of Japanese style. The small height of the pieces of furniture is quite common for him, the strict geometry of the TV stand is continued by the photo frames on the wall.

• Glossy white cabinet on the background of a milky wall looks elegant thanks to the gray inserts and the countertop in a contrasting color.

In the next video, see an overview of IKEA TV cabinets.