TV Rack Design Ideas
For a lovely addition to your home, and a great place for your TV and TV accessories, might we suggest taking a look at the beautiful options in our solid wood tv cabinet selection. My different wood stains and paint options, as well as a plethora of storage combinations, make these tv cabinet choices unique and elegant. The compliment to your decor will leave you breathless.
Mid Century Modern Wooden TV Stand Design
$235.99 $478.5
Mid Century Modern Wooden TV Stand Design
Wade Logan®
$235.99 $478.5
What we like: Classy mid-century modern fashion
Not great for: Heavy items or large TVs
This mid-century modern TV made of engineered and solid wood resting on tapered, splayed dowel legs has a stylish two-tone finish. Each side has open corner storage with airy center shelving and an upper platform that can hold a 65" TV weighing less than 66 pounds.
Designer Advice:
When picking a TV stand design, there are two crucial features to consider. You first want to note the TV rack's weight capacity and how much your TV weighs. And next, you want to know the stand's width and size to ensure the TV and your electronic accessories fit appropriately. Also, consider if you're going to display decor or store stuff.
What Users Say:
It went well with our boho eclectic space, is long enough to fit a large size tv, and had enough storage for our movies, board games, and electronics.
Traditional Multi Storage Wooden TV Unit Design
$88.99 $107.99
Traditional Multi Storage Wooden TV Unit Design
Ebern Designs
$88.99 $107.99
What we like: Seven neutral wood finishes
Not great for: Large TVs over 55"
This traditional mixed-storage TV stand has multiple levels of shelving with a door on each end for closed storage. Adjustable open shelves accommodate different-sized items and create a clean-lined contemporary look mixed with the sleek modernness of a two-tone finish.
Designer Advice:
TV racks that combine open adjustable shelving of different lengths with storage behind closed doors are great for the versatile organization and display of different-sized decor, appliances, books, and cases for your games or movies. In addition, closed doors provide privacy and are great for hiding clutter or items you don't want to have exposed for a neater, cleaner look.
What Users Say:
Stand is bright and makes the area really look nice. Sturdy and a good amount of storage.
Minimalistic Black TV Rack Design
$49.99 $83.99
Minimalistic Black TV Rack Design
Ebern Designs
$49.99 $83.99
What we like: Nine versatile color options
Not great for: More than 40 pounds
This streamlined contemporary frame made of manufactured wood has an open silhouette resting on six tubular plastic posts. Three varying tiers of shelving can hold gaming consoles, a soundbar, and other accessories. Decor can go on the two tall outer shelves.
Designer Advice:
There are varying TV rack designs, from a solid enclosed frame to a rack with an open silhouette. You can also get designs in differing materials - wood or plastic - or a combination of materials like this wood and plastic piece. An open profile can add a modern, updated nuance that fits into any interior design theme.
What Users Say:
It's low profile, looks decent and couldn't be more simple to assemble.
TV cabinet with vertical storage
TV cabinet with vertical storage
Gracie Oaks
If you’re interested in taking advantage of the storage space on either side of your television, check this type of cabinet out! With room for DVDs, CDs, gaming consoles, or even just aesthetic knickknacks, you’ll find that you can make the most of every inch in your home with this type of media cabinet.
Over the TV storage cabinet
Over the TV storage cabinet
Do you live in a small space? Do you have a smaller TV? Do you like the look of built-in TV cabinets that take up their entire wall?
If so, opt for a TV cabinet that has over-the-TV storage. This can help make a room look custom and cohesive in one fell swoop. Pro tip: Make sure to put lighter pieces above your TV, and no water storage (fake plants only) for the safest experience.
Rustic, distressed TV cabinet
Rustic, distressed TV cabinet
Solid wood doesn’t always have to mean high-gloss, heavy, formal pieces if that simply isn’t your style.
Whether you’re looking for a statement piece, you’re interested in giving a weathered, older piece of furniture a second life, or you’re interested in an antiqued or farmhouse vibe, think about wooden furniture with splintered edges and chipped paint. You might like it more than you think!
TV cabinet with statement drawers
TV cabinet with statement drawers
Going for a maximalist effect? Got lots of knickknacks in varied sizes and shapes? Check for a credenza that has filing-style drawers in all different sizes—it’ll add a lot of artistic value and practicality to your space!
Mixed materials television cabinet
Mixed materials television cabinet
Trent Austin Design®
If you want the hefty, expensive, and durable look and feel of solid wood but your aesthetic leans more industrial, know that you can enjoy the best of both worlds with a mixed materials cabinet.
Whether you go for a wooden cabinet with metal handles, an iron side, or aluminum legs, a wood-and-metal combo is both modern and timeless.
Television cabinet with detailed glass doors
Television cabinet with detailed glass doors
If shine, details, and luster are more your style, there’s a TV cabinet for you. Glass doors are also great options if you want to add in some sense of distance and organization, but still need to be able to see your accessories at a glance.
You can find glass doors that have lots of framed sections for more visual interest, or more modern, minimalistic glass doors that have uninterrupted panes.
Low profile TV cabinet for small spaces
Low profile TV cabinet for small spaces
If you need something as simple as possible that does the job and doesn’t add bulk to your room, check for something that sits low and close to the wall. Trust us, it’s possible to squeeze the storage and functionality you need into even the tiniest of spaces!
Farmhouse chic electronics armoire
Farmhouse chic electronics armoire
Loon Peak®
Painted pastels, x-framed sides, rustic or distressed corners—there’s no piece of furniture that ages better than a farmhouse cabinet!
For your vintage-inspired or farmhouse aesthetic, grab a media cabinet that will only look better as the years go by.
(You can also paint or distress a TV cabinet yourself to match the vibe you’re going for, if you see a cabinet that you like the shape of and have some time to DIY.)
TV cabinet with both shelves and doors
TV cabinet with both shelves and doors
Want to mix things up? Need instant access to gaming consoles, but you’d prefer your DVD collection to remain out-of-sight?
Choose a TV cabinet that has one or two shelves as well as a more subtle doored section. That way, you can organize your storage just as you need to maximize your own experience and convenience.
Geometric, modular TV table
Geometric, modular TV table
Wrought Studio™
Going for more of a modern aesthetic?
Look for a minimal, neutral table with a high-gloss top. This reflective, shiny surface will add an elevated feel to your room. For bonus points, see if you can find a table or cabinet that has built-in lighting. This can make movie nights much easier to navigate, particularly with theater lighting.
Mid century modern wooden TV cabinet
Mid century modern wooden TV cabinet
Mercury Row®
Wooden TV cabinets don’t need to be clunky. Check for a piece that seems to float off the ground with slim tapered or hairpin legs for an elegant, elevated look!
Pieces from the ‘60s are in style again, as well. To make the most of this simple, streamlined style, look for pieces that have dramatic wood-grained patterns.
Blue TV hutch with slider doors
Blue TV hutch with slider doors
Perhaps you live in a streamlined location where you don’t have a lot of room for doors that swing outward—or you prefer the more minimal feel of doors that stay in their grooves. Select a slide-door TV hutch for this reason; it’ll make it feel like your TV cabinet takes up an even smaller footprint!
Birch TV cabinet with all doors
Birch TV cabinet with all doors
Hoping that your TV media cabinet can help reduce visual clutter and busy-ness in your home?
Your best bet is to source a cabinet that will close all of your entertainment accessories behind doors, so you don’t have to see them if you don’t want to.
Select a wood that looks good on its own, such as lightly-flecked birch, for a beautiful visual statement.
TV cabinet with included fireplace
TV cabinet with included fireplace
Perhaps you’re not worried about overheating—perhaps the opposite is more of a concern.
Or, perhaps, you’re really interested in achieving the coziest vibe possible in your home. Look no further than a TV cabinet that has a fireplace included. Imagine relaxing in front of your favorite show and a crackling flame—that sounds like a delightful evening to us!
Shutter door TV cabinet
Shutter door TV cabinet
Want in on the “found object” trend that’s hot right now? For a recycled, thrifted, and vintage feel in your home that still feels modern and intentional, select a TV cabinet with shutter doors.
As a bonus, this type of ventilated cabinet door is excellent for keeping tech appliances cool even during hot summers—which means that your accessories will overheat less often. It’s a win-win!
Buying Guide
Chloe is a highly-regarded expert in all things vintage and antique. She’s excited to share her vast knowledge with readers and clients wishing to infuse their homes with a mixture of old-time warmth and modern comfort. In addition to her design work, Chloe regularly volunteers at her local community center, teaching DIY projects to adults and kids.
Positioned alongside your TV – one of the most modern items in the household – a solid wooden TV cabinet gives you the opportunity to balance brand new items with some more traditional furniture. While you may instantly think of natural brown wooden TV cabinets, there are many styles and types of wood to consider. Finding your perfect TV cabinet doesn't have to be difficult. Here are some of the factors which you should take into consideration before you start looking for a TV cabinet.
You should first think about the size of the room. Some TV cabinets will extend all the way along a 12-foot wall, while others are smaller and have just enough space to accommodate a 40 inch TV. Take measurements of the room and decide at which point your ideal cabinet would extend to.
You will also need to think about the size of your TV (if you already have one). Those who don't have a TV yet or plan to buy a new one have more flexibility to determine the size of both the new TV and the cabinet. The cabinet should always be at least 4-6 inches larger than the size of your TV screen.
Just like you'll find many different sizes of TV cabinets, you'll also come across various colors. Here are some of the main ones and why they might fit well in your home.
- Natural wood: Ideal for those who are looking for a natural and simple look. It can be classy and sleek while also looking natural and contrasting against your modern TV. This has a light brown effect and very little finish.
- Dark brown: If the lighter and more natural looking wood isn't your style, dark brown might be an option for you to consider. People who are looking for a TV cabinet to blend in a little more with dark furniture appreciate this wood color.
- Black: Black wood may come with a matte or glossy effect. The glossy black wood effect will appear more striking and elegant in your living room, although a matte effect will match your black TV well.
Before buying a solid wood TV cabinet, think about whether you would like storage. The vast majority of TV cabinets have storage drawers and/or shelves, but some people actually prefer not to have storage since it can make things look cluttered. The options of glass drawers and opaque drawers and cupboards allow you to avoid this problem. The larger the TV cabinet, the more storage options you will have, and some are available with a bookcase or other similar furniture to attach to one side.
