The One Wall Placement That Never Works For Your TV

When it comes to learning how to flawlessly integrate a TV into your living room, finding the perfect place can often feel very limiting. While TVs can inadvertently become the focal point of your main space, they aren't always the most aesthetic—especially if you're looking to make your home feel more luxurious. But as one of the most commonly used electronics worldwide — with cell phones and computers being the only exceptions— it's important to find a place for your TV that's accessible and comfortable to view without sacrificing the overall design of your home. And that place is almost never on a TV stand shoved into the corner of the room.

A corner TV stand is still a great way to maximize your living room space, and depending on your personal needs, it might be the only option available. But it can also have a tendency to look awkward, break up the flow of the room, and feel like an afterthought that creates a cheaper look in your home. And while space-saving may be your biggest desire, it's not always the most important thing to consider. Even with your floor plan and aesthetic concerns aside, a corner TV stand can make for an uncomfortable viewing position that may even lead to neck pain, especially for those who might binge-watch the newest season of their favorite TV show in one sitting.

A lot should be taken into consideration when trying to incorporate your television into your living room, and no more so than functionality. But that doesn't mean you have to sacrifice style to make sure the screen position, lighting, and acoustics meet your viewing standards. Since a straight-on position is considered the most optimal way to channel surf, consider centering your TV at eye level and, if possible, aligning it with your couch and other seating. Once you've chosen your location, you can start considering how to make it look good.

While a beautifully chosen media console can elevate the look of most modern televisions, a lot can be done to further incorporate style into the room. You can start by learning how to decorate your TV stand, using your personal style to bring all the design elements of your home together. Another option is mounting your TV above the console and building a gallery wall around it to help it blend into the decor. You can even take the gallery theme one step further by imitating the popular (and pricey) Samsung Frame TV, using this TikTok hack that turns your TV into a piece of art.

When you consider the many cabinets, built-in shelving, and other options that can accommodate optimal TV placement without sacrificing aesthetics, the options really are endless. Whatever route you choose to go, the look of your home (and the comfort of your neck) will thank you for finally ditching that corner TV stand.