TV Cabinets

Just purchased a sleek new Smart TV? Keep your living room organised and stylish with our range of dedicated TV cabinets. More than just a stand for your screen, the right furniture ties your room together, hiding messy cables and providing a home for your consoles, remotes, and games. Whether you need a compact unit for a bedroom or a grand entertainment centre for the lounge, our selection combines practical storage with modern design to elevate your home theatre.

FAQs

1. How wide should my TV unit be compared to my TV?

Aesthetically and structurally, it is best to choose a tv unit that is wider than your television. If the cabinet is narrower than the screen, the setup can look top-heavy and unbalanced. As a general rule, aim for an entertainment unit that extends at least a few inches past the edges of your TV on both sides. This ensures a stable base and creates a properly framed, professional look for your lounge room.

2. What is the difference between a TV cabinet and an entertainment unit?

The terms are often used interchangeably, but there can be subtle differences. A tv cabinet often implies a piece of furniture with doors or drawers specifically designed to conceal items, making it perfect for hiding clutter. An entertainment unit is a broader term that can refer to larger, more comprehensive furniture pieces that might include open shelving for display items, soundbars, or even side towers for extra storage. Both are designed to be the focal point of your viewing area.

3. How do I manage cables with a new cabinet?

One of the biggest advantages of buying a dedicated tv cabinet over a standard table is cable management. Most quality units feature pre-drilled holes or cut-outs in the back panel. This allows you to feed power cords and HDMI cables from your game consoles and media players directly through the back, keeping them hidden from view and preventing that unsightly "spaghetti" wire mess behind your TV.

4. What is the ideal height for a TV cabinet?

Comfort is key. When you are sitting on your sofa, the centre of your TV screen should be roughly at eye level to prevent neck strain. For most standard couches, a lower-profile tv unit (around 50-60cm high) is usually the perfect height. However, if you have higher furniture or a taller seating position, you might want to look for a slightly taller cabinet to ensure you aren't looking down at the screen.

5. Do I need to assemble the cabinet myself?

This depends on the specific model and brand. Some of our premium entertainment unit options come fully assembled or flat-packed for easier transport. Flat-pack units are generally more affordable and easier to get into apartments with tight stairwells. We recommend checking the product description for assembly requirements, and if you aren't handy with a screwdriver, you might want to ask a friend for a hand!