What to put under tv?

7 years ago

Hi. Our TV is wall mounted. The DVD player etc is all hidden away in another cupboard away from the TV as we didn't want it all in show (my hubby does this for a job) but I'm left struggling as to what I put under the t.v or if I need to put anything there at all? I'm not sure if it looks odd without a media unit, but it's not needed. So any ideas? I did think a console table with stools underneath but again I'm not sure! Thanks in advance...oh and excuse the lack of flooring and skirting boards :)

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Amber Jeavons Ltd

7 years ago

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Hello 81bec,

So firstly the lack of skirting can be dealt with in two ways.. You can add it with wooden skirting and paint or.. you could just paint it on (Like two tone walls) .. Or you could add a small bead panel to the corner where floor meet wall and leave it at that. There is not an actual aesthetic need here for you to have a skirting. With regards to what sits underneath the tv.. A low unit perhaps a chest of drawers or something silvered as it's a theme in your room.

If a console then no stools. Usually they don't have seating. I think though something lower as again with a console, they're useful for a vase or lamp or something decorative but given the proximity to tv it would be bare. Or you could have a vase of fresh or faux to disguise tv when not in use..

To illustrate my thoughts, I have found a low old silvered credenza cabinet which you can store things in.. I have just cut out the basket very crudely to sit in front as it was visible underneath when I put the cabinet in situ, which looked odd. It should give you an idea at any rate.. : ))

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7 years ago
Amber, I have a side board like this ..Which was originally under the tv ( but looked to big ) at the other side of the room. Do you think another silver cabinet under the tv would look OK or too much for one room?
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
Hello 81bec,

Very glad you like the Credenza, There isn't really a rule in that as long as it is a good fit spatially, and it looks aesthetically beautiful within the scheme, then that's all there is to it.. I don't believe in following rules.. I think you have to set them..

So what you think works for you is what you should do.. What I like about the choice is that it fits the space and less is sometimes far more... My "curated spaces" are all about perfect balance which is not all about filling the entire room.. Things need to breathe and so with a guide image, it's an idea but for any pieces some measuring up to be sure. Dimensionally the piece is roughly 32" H x 60" W x 18" : ))
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Original Author
7 years ago
Amber thank you so so much. I really love that cabinet. Where can you buy it? :)
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
Hello 81bec,

Ah, I didn't know you had another one.. So yes, I would suggest trying it under the tv. If it was near to the sofa and I'm understanding you, I would leave that side free... See what you think with your piece under the tv. If this works then do that.. If it doesn't then perhaps your piece would go in another part of your home to create coherence and reference parts of your home with similar items that compliment.. There's no need to buy something else if something you have works..

: ))
Midcenturylass
7 years ago
just to say, that's very pretty wallpaper on the chimney breast. The room is going to look great!
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
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Hello 81bec,

I found it via polyvore but believe it was from Dwellstudio.. I'll try to find a link but you may be able to find something like it and perhaps paint it in metallic silver (Ardenbrite) if this piece is not available.. It's a nod to the mid century in it's design but new .. I'm looking for a link for it.. I'll add more if I find them but the piece is American..

http://mitraniathome.com/index.php/contact

: ))

I look all over the globe for unusual and lovely pieces.. UK first if possible but.. when something cannot be found.. There are ways to create what you need if you can't find the piece in question..

Normally I would say with an original to keep as is.. but... When there's a need for a specific finish. I often "Pimp" my furniture.. so.. Something for example like this...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Teak-Record-Cabinet-60s-Mid-Century-Lovely-Vintage-Storage-Cabinet-/302012469610?hash=item465158916a:g:EP0AAOSwyKxXhUCT

With this..... Really really soft soft bristle brush or spray gun.. would probably need some preparation but it is another way.

http://www.ardenbrite.com/

Or if budget allowed someone to silver leaf the credenza in the same style....

There is something similar if creating the look isn't a favoured option..

http://www.abchome.com/shop/furniture/storage-shelving/cabinets-sideboards/20thc-kennedy-sideboard-1432480
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Original Author
7 years ago
Thanks Amber... I did try my silver sideboard under the TV but it was way too big so it's at the dining end of the same room....would it be ok if I did add something silver in colour under the tv.....or would it look too much having two silver pieces? As its a lounge/diner :)
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Original Author
7 years ago
Thank you midcenturylass, that's very kind.
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
last modified: 7 years ago
Hello 81bec,

Okay well at least you know, so keep the other piece at the dining end where it works.. I don't think it would be too much to have an additional silvered piece as it's a theme within the room and they are not side by side.. I have two charcoal pieces either side of a chimney breast and they work as they're not the same height.. What will work is that they compliment the room and that they're not symmetrical. As your pieces will.. So yes I think you could add another piece for sure.. Look forward to seeing what you choose.

By the way, where are you based? I contacted a company about silver leafing (Gilding).. Awaiting a call, so I can give you an idea of costs, should you want to have something bespoke made so to speak..

: ))
Innerspace Interiors
7 years ago
Following on from Maggs suggestion, maybe an ottoman which looks contemporary but can also be used as additional seating? Also you can get it upholstered in your choice of fabric. Found this on eBay so you can see what it would look like. You would need to check sizes to see how it would work in your space and with the size of the tv. Good luck!

http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/112061686247
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Original Author
7 years ago
Amber, I'm actually based in Cornwall. Thanks for all your help. I've had a look at cabinets this morning but no joy so far :( .... The search continues!!
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Original Author
7 years ago
Hi inner space interiors, thanks for the link...funny because I was just thinking of switching my coffee table for an ottoman :)
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
Hello 81bec,

Okay, well I have actually contacted a gilding specialist who can make the cabinet and give you the look.. There's no obligation at all! So don't feel it's a pressure its just because I feel the piece I suggested is not going to be easy to find.. Given you like it, I want to find a way for you to have something as similar as possible.. I will let you know here what comes back hopefully today.. They can work to your budget and as I have called will offer a trade price! At least then you have an idea should you want to consider it as an option..

: ))
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Original Author
7 years ago
Thank you very much. That really is very kind of you Amber :)
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
Most welcome 81bec,

: ))
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
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Hello 81bec,

Have now had some prices through.. To make the cabinet from Ash exactly as it is in my picture with two gilded doors.. It's going to be over £2k for white gold as they would use to create this finish. The company in question are the Collectors Workshop based in London. If I have any further quotes I will put them here..

To do the doors on a similar sized piece would be £650 for the doors alone. So they are not extreme in pricing when you consider the materials (white gold) as some credenza's can be in the thousands.. but if this isn't in the budget then some of my earlier suggestions might yield close results in terms of aesthetics..

: ))
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Original Author
7 years ago
I understand why it costs that as it would be very beautiful.... It's a Tad out of my price range tho :) :)
but once again thanks for all your help, it's very much appreciated!

And if you or anyone else has anymore great ideas please let me know!
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
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Most welcome 81bec,

I did look for something cheaper as it would be out of mine too.. but have not seen anything I think is right or good enough that's already silvered.. Have you looked at my earlier suggestion though.. Ebay purchase and the Ardenbrite.. They are the most fantastic of metallic paints.. This could give you something similar all be it plain silvered which could be equally lovely for a fraction.. Ash or another blonde wood would be ideal a complimentary wood to get the look. : ))
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Original Author
7 years ago
Yes I did have a quick look and it could be an option! But I think I may just take my time and hopefully il see something that I absolutely love and will be perfect for the space :)
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
Hello 81bec,

Well do share what you end up deciding. I'm sure you'll find something you love. :))
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Original Author
7 years ago
Hi everyone :) I've had a look at some units for under the t.v but I'm still really struggling to find anything at all similar to the one Amber suggested.....I'm posting some pics of the furniture I have in my lounge/diner and would love it if anybody could suggest some styles of Tv units that could work with my current furniture. Photos would be great too!
Thank you.
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
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Hello 81bec,

I found this that you can paint the door and middle section with the Ardenbrite in silver.. It's the best metallic paint on the market and would give you the closest match all be it without the square design. They did in fact bring out a successor to my initial suggested piece which was nowhere near as nice as the first one looks.. So I can't find anything within a more modest budget that is already silvered.. Have a look at these and see what you think..

: ))

http://www.johnlewis.com/john-lewis-grayson-sideboard/p1866357

http://www.johnlewis.com/john-lewis-grayson-tv-stand/p1866355?navAction=jump

Or you could find something that is glass and metal to compliment the slim shelving unit.. Or something that is mirrored to pick out the little table.. I have not found anything in that aesthetic that I like that would be nice enough to suggest, but it is another route you could look at to tie in to your scheme. : ))
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7 years ago
Hi Amber. I gave the idea of painting a piece of furniture some thought but I've decided against as we are in the process of converting the garage so we haven't really got anywhere to do it :)...... Thanks for the links, I've measured and from the floor to the bottom edge of the tv it's only 89cm...so ideally looking for something very low so I can place objects on top of the unit, hence narrowing my search even more!
Everything I seem to come across is white gloss, could this work?
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
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Hello 81bec,

Okay sure.. I do all my painting by hand in the living room or some pieces of art in the garden but I have wooden floors. Ah okay.. One of the pieces is only 58 in height so I thought that might be ideal.

So you have the white of the dining table.. This too could be a complimentary finish.. I am not keen on gloss anything. I rather feel it's dated.. I designed a gloss kitchen 10 years ago and so my thoughts are that it's not the way to go BUT.... If you find something you love then of course. It is very annoying about that first piece I must say.. Sometimes companies make the wrong choices, I consult for brand companies on occasion for their products.. I find a tweak here and there and they'd have a perfect piece.. but then also like the credenza, they go and ruin something good by developing it too far! I'll keep looking and let you know if I find anything else.. : ))
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
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Hello 81bec,

These are rather nice.. You could have a couple in a row and they compliment the piece you have.. They are 50x 50x 50 The other gr8 thing is that they're super versatile.. Side table.. Bedside table.. Console in 2's or 3's .. and they have the added element of storage.. : ))

http://www.orchidfurniture.co.uk/silver-lacquered-cube-trunk
Innerspace Interiors
7 years ago
Hello again 81bec!

There have been some amazing suggestions and I completely understand how frustrating it is when you love a piece of furniture and its out of your price bracket :-(.
I think you might like this and feel it will fit in with the rest of your furniture - also it is 79cm high which is a bonus. You have potential to add baskets or storage boxes underneath for extra storage. Eventually when you find something that you love, like Amber has recommended, this can be relocated easily. I have used this console in many projects and it always works a treat!

https://www.choicefurnituresuperstore.co.uk/Gallery-Direct-Geo-Mirrored-Console-Table-p15804.html?utm_source=google&utm_term&utm_campaign=PLA-+2016&utm_medium=cpc&utm_content=smM8Bdfsw|pcrid|82255063014|pkw||pmt||pdv|m|&gclid=CKXPlN2Ghc4CFbYW0wodiAIMIg&gclsrc=aw.ds
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Original Author
7 years ago
Hi guys! Thank You both for your great suggestions! I know this is a bit of a contradiction but I think in all honesty My wish list is for something low and not too blingy! I've been slowly going through the room and trying to make it more 'homely' I don't want anything like glass that I have to constantly clean ( I'm a tad o.c.d )...
I plan to keep my silver sideboard but I'd like to change the black coffee table for something less bling. So any suggestions for that most welcome? I was thinking of an upholstered ottoman, not sure of colour?I really appreciate your ideas as it's definitely help me realise what I do and don't want...... :)))
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
Hello 81bec,

No problem.. At least now you know you don't want anything silvered.. I'm sure you'll come up with something you love.. : ))
Innerspace Interiors
7 years ago
My pleasure! Glad we have been able to help, even if to eliminate what you don't want. Good luck and enjoy looking for your dream piece of furniture :-)
Innerspace Interiors
7 years ago
And regarding the ottoman, you could have it made up in a fabric the same colour as the wallpaper. It would link the colour scheme together in my opinion. Otherwise you could go for a light grey as you have so many options.
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Original Author
7 years ago
Thanks innerspace. I'll have a look for some fabrics to match my wallpaper. As a back up Option, could any of these work?...
Innerspace Interiors
7 years ago
Hi 81bec!
Personally I would not introduce the chevron print into the equation due to the vicinity of the wallpaper, so the first ottoman would work. Please check the size to ensure you have enough space to move around the sofa area and by the fireplace.
Good luck and let us know what you end up buying :-)
minnie101
7 years ago
Hi. I can see your chair is missing! I thought I'd read on another post that you'd got a new one but can't find said post! If I'm right, can you post a pic of the new chair please?
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Original Author
7 years ago
Hi all. Yep the chair has gone Minnie...This is the new one.. It's the same shade as the wallpaper....
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
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Hello 81bec,

I like the idea you have with a contrasting pattern personally as I don't like the first ottoman, it's stark and heavy and doesn't flatter the feel you have created thus far I feel.. Contrasting patterns whether geometric or other is really a vibrant way to compliment a scheme and you can be as bold or as subtle as you like with this idea..

It's seen a lot in interiors and I think would work beautifully with your wallpaper and the chair! I have just seen you add.. Here's a few fabric ideas that would be very complimentary on a ottoman or stool of your choosing... The other thing of course is that it adds texture to the room within the soft furnishings as you have done with your wallpaper.

: ))

https://www.designersguild.com/uk/fabric/designers-guild/aurelia-duck-egg-fabric/p12847
http://www.overstock.com/Main-Street-Revolution/F636-Light-Blue-Geometric-Outdoor-Indoor-Marine-Scotchgarded-Fabric/10280352/product.html?refccid=2ESZ42PRGNAKJ6KMLYLSYNT6SQ&searchidx=81

Few more..

http://www.overstock.com/Main-Street-Revolution/D134-Gold-Pink-And-Blue-Lattice-Brocade-Upholstery-Fabric/10280048/product.html?refccid=Z776LNOKPJUJYSKDVYPNTJ4UYE&searchidx=4
minnie101
7 years ago
The chair is a great choice, works really well with the wallpaper. Have you looked at Laura Ashley as they've got a sale on ATM. I know the designs are pretty traditional but it looks as if they have a few fabrics that would work
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7 years ago
Thank you for your comments! I'm having trouble because we would really love to buy an ottoman that's large but with the lids that have trays on the underside .... But there seems to be such a limited choice!.. The only ones I managed to find where the ones I posted and one that was leather look...arghh! So would a pattern be preferable over plain? And if I have to go with a regular footstool should it be a buttoned top or not?
Sorry for the all the questions, it's going to be a long term piece and I'm keen to get it right! :)
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
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Hello 81bec,

Have you considered the idea that you can just sit a fabulous tray on top of said ottoman.. Thus you can have the fabric you want and use it as a coffee table etc at the same time.. if it's not used as a seat.. You can then also get one with an entire lid to store things inside.. In this way you maximise it's potential to benefit how you wish to make use of your furnishings.. : ))

http://www.westelm.co.uk/large-rectangle-lacquer-trays-c348?quantity=1&attribute_1=Silver%20Lacquer

You could also have one on a silver stand for dining area possibly..

http://www.westelm.co.uk/tall-butler-tray-stand-c350
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7 years ago
Yes, that's a really good idea!!! If either of you come across anything suitable please let me know :)
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
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Try this... They should be able to use COM! :)) Yes... they have a little box at the bottom of the page.. Bespoke or own fabric!

https://www.thefootstoolworkshop.co.uk/22-47-x-21

http://loaf.com/products/bumper-footstool
minnie101
7 years ago
What are the maximum dimensions of the footstool? Also what's the height of the sofa to the seat cushion? Personally I'd go for a Chesterfield on legs to keep the feeling of space in a plain fabric with a tray on top as AJ suggested
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Original Author
7 years ago
Hi Minnie. I think the maximum size was 31 inches square and the height was 16 inches. The sofa seat is also 16 inches high....so overall it's a very large footstool.
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Original Author
7 years ago
Hi. I've found a few footstools . Made to measure in your own size. They are all grey material, do you think are suitable? Not sure how light/dark I should go.One is velvet but think that may be overkill :)
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7 years ago
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
Hello 81bec,

Yes if you like but I do like the idea of complimenting the wallpaper .. Still what you feel works for you and perhaps ask for some fabric swatches before making further decisions.. :))
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Original Author
7 years ago
They do this one too. Which is the colour of the wallpaper..:)
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
7 years ago
Hello 81bec,

That's quite a nice one isn't it.. I think that would be a stylish addition.. I like the Cambridge blue and with a tray like I suggested it would work very nicely.. :))
tomtyrone
7 years ago
i think you should consider tinted glass shelves with a floating effect. then you can add a few pictures candles etc just to bring a bit of colour into that corner.
kilmuckeridge
7 years ago
last modified: 7 years ago
That could be my sitting room at the moment.I have tv on a unit that just does not work for me at all,I have this great pic from the houzz site on my desktop as it is exactly what I would like to have in the alcove!!!
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7 years ago
kilmuckeridge, wow, that looks good! It's so frustrating isn't it! My trouble is I over think everything! I see other people mixing styles of furniture and it works but when I do it it seems to go wrong :/