Measurement tips for getting the best fit. Show  Step 1: Measure Your TelevisionTo find the right tv stand measurements, measure the distance from the top left corner of your TV to the bottom right corner. TV stands are sold by the maximum TV size they can accommodate, which is described by that diagonal measure, rather than by height and width. If your TV isn't a flat screen or plasma, measure the depth of your TV as well to ensure it will fit comfortably on or in your entertainment center without any overhang. Step 2: Find a Place for Your TV StandWhere you place the entertainment unit or TV stand in your room depends upon the layout, the location of the cable connections, and other factors. However, here are some rules of thumb to follow. Don't place the TV or entertainment center in front of a window. The backlighting from the window will make it difficult to see the screen, and you're blocking natural light from entering the room. For ideal viewing, try to center the middle of your TV with the middle of the largest seating area in your room. Once you have a place for the television stand, know the floor space (width and depth) you have available for the stand or unit. For the most enjoyable watching experience, you should leave plenty of space between the viewer and the TV. For a 29" TV allow for between 3' and 4' of open space, a 39" TV requires 4' or 5' of space, a 46" TV needs 5' or 6' of space, and anything larger requires between 7' and 8' of space. Make sure to factor in TV stand measurements – you don’t want a stand that occupies so much of the room that the TV is hard to watch. The TV stand size should be proportional to the room. Step 3: Measure Sitting HeightTo determine how tall your TV stand should be, sit on your sofa and measure from the floor to your eyes. For comfortable viewing, the lower half of the TV screen should be level with your line of sight when seated. The shelf where the TV rests should be no lower than 12" below that measurement SHOP ALL TV STANDS AND ENTERTAINMENT CENTERS If you aren't sure what type of TV stand you want, check out the different options below. TV StandsTV stands, or TV consoles, are long, simple cabinet units on which to place your TV and can feature additional storage. TV stands are unobtrusive and available in many different materials and designs, so they can fit well in rooms of all styles and sizes. Media Chest: Ideal for bedrooms and dorm rooms, media chests are drawered dressers meant to hold TVs. Open slots for game consoles or cable boxes at the top distinguish media chests from ordinary dressers. Shop Media Chests Corner TV Stand: Triangular corner TV stands are designed to nestle nicely in a corner, and are great if your room is low on space. Shop Corner TV Stands Entertainment CentersEntertainment centers are large pieces of furniture that usually surround and hold the TV. They also contain more storage space than TV stands. Entertainment centers can be as tall as 72" and are available in a variety of styles to match any decor. Due to their size, entertainment centers aren't ideal for small rooms. Hutch Entertainment Centers: If you have a lot of space to fill in your living area, a hutch entertainment center might be the choice for you. Shelving units and cabinets surround a large central TV compartment mounted atop a lower set of cabinets or drawers. These units can be as tall as your ceiling and are optimal for storage. Shop Hutch Entertainment Centers TV Armoires: In TV armoires, the TV is contained above a set of drawers in a cabinet with doors, which conceal the TV when it’s not in use. TV armoires are one of the tallest media center options. Shop TV Armoires Floating and Flat-Panel Mounts: Built for flat-screen TVs, floating mount entertainment centers are wall-mounted shelving units that sit below a wall-mounted TV. Sometimes a floating mount will include a wall panel on which the TV can be mounted and an upper shelf can be fitted with lights. Sleek and simple, these modern mounts take up little space and are good for smaller or minimally designed rooms. Shop Floating Mount Entertainment Centers Fireplace Entertainment Centers: Entertainment fireplaces are both a TV stand and fireplace. An electric fireplace below adds heat and personality to a space, while the shelf above is ideal for a TV. Entertainment fireplaces are great for spaces without a mantel or fireplace, such as a secondary family room, game room, or basement. Shop Fireplace Entertainment Centers Should my TV stand be bigger than my TV?Because TVs are measured diagonally and TV consoles are measured horizontally, be sure to record and consider the width of your screen when choosing your console. We recommend getting a console that is at least a few inches wider than your TV.
How do I know what size TV stand I need?Measure the Height
To calculate the optimal height of your TV stand, measure the distance from the floor to the average sightline of viewers in your household. Once you have that number, subtract half of the TV's height. Your TV stand should fall within an inch or two of the difference.
How big should my TV stand be for a 65 inch TV?Best TV Stand for 65-inch TVs: For a 65-inch TV, the recommended media stand is at least 57-inches wide.
How long should a TV stand be for a 55 inch TV?For example, if you have a 55″ TV and do not want any over hang on the TV console, you will want to get one that is at least 50″ wide. Measure your TV to get it's true width to be sure though. A rule of thumb for us here is to have about 3 inches from the edge of your TV to the edge of the TV stand.
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