ENTERTAINMENT CENTRES AND WALL UNITS

An entertainment centre is comprehensive furniture supporting televisions while providing extensive storage for media equipment, gaming consoles, and accessories through cabinets, shelves, and drawers.

Choosing the Right Entertainment Unit Size

When selecting an entertainment centre, it's important to consider both the size of your TV and the dimensions of your room. For the TV, check the product specifications for the maximum TV size each unit can accommodate, which is usually stated in centimeters and refers to the diagonal measurement. Ensure your TV's base will fit securely on the unit's surface.

For the room, measure where you plan to place the entertainment centre, considering height, width, and depth. Leave enough space for comfortable viewing from your seating area and ensure there's ample walkway space. It's also wise to consider the scale in relation to the room's size to maintain balance.

Storage Options: Closed vs Open

One important consideration is how much storage you need. Nowadays, the TV is often one part of a larger entertainment system that might include an audio system, video game consoles, and streaming devices. All of this adds up to a bunch of devices, and an even bigger mess of wires.

If you want to keep all of this tidy, an entertainment unit with closed cabinets could be your best option. Cabinets hide remotes, cables, and media collections. If, on the other hand, you like to show off all your latest electronic gear, open shelving might just do the trick. But luckily, all entertainment centres have solutions for cables, such as holes or gaps out the back.

Entertainment Centre Styles

We have a wide selection in different colours, styles and materials. So, you're not up for an easy choice. Entertainment centres come in a variety of styles, and choosing the right one depends on your personal taste and existing home decor.

Modern and Contemporary

Contemporary units often feature clean lines, sleek finishes, and minimalist aesthetics. White entertainment centres brighten spaces, while black media units create bold statements. For transitional homes, consider units that blend both traditional and modern elements.

Wood and Rustic

Rustic styles, such as those made from solid pine, offer warm, traditional looks that add character. For instance, picking an entertainment centre in the same texture and hue as your bookshelf is an easy way to match. But by combining and contrasting materials, you can create modern looks.

Wall Units and Built-In Options

Built in entertainment centres integrate seamlessly with room architecture, maximizing vertical space. Wall units for living room extend from floor to ceiling, providing comprehensive storage. The entertainment centre with a fireplace combines cozy warmth with media functionality, creating stunning focal points.

Corner entertainment units maximize awkward angles where standard units won't work. These specialized configurations make the most of challenging room layouts.

Other Entertainment Centre Features to Consider

Many entertainment centres come with adjustable options. For instance, you can put shelves at different heights within cabinets to create just the storage you need. Or you can choose different styles and finishes:

• Adjustable shelving for changing equipment
• Cable management preventing wire tangles
• Weight capacity supporting your TV size
• Ventilation for heat-generating components
• Drawer storage for small accessories

If you're looking to remake your living room or design one from scratch, you can easily match furniture by checking out coordinating collections. Pick a series that contains TV units, shelves, and cabinets to be sure to find the pieces you need.

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FAQs About Entertainment Centre

What is the difference between a TV stand and an entertainment centre?

TV stands are smaller pieces primarily supporting televisions with minimal storage. Entertainment centres are larger systems offering extensive storage through cabinets, shelves, and drawers while surrounding TVs from multiple sides.

How much space does an entertainment centre need?

Entertainment centres typically require 60-120+ inches of wall width depending on configuration. Measure available wall space carefully, ensuring adequate clearance for doors, windows, and traffic flow.

Can entertainment centres accommodate large TVs?

Yes. Modern entertainment centres accommodate screens from 55 to 85+ inches. Verify weight capacity and opening dimensions match your television size for proper fit and safe support.