Buying a Cabinet, Stand or Bracket for LCD Plasma TVs

Look for evidence of sturdiness, such as dovetail joints. If shopping in a brick and mortar, check the display and give the stand a nudge to see how it responds. If shopping online, check reviews for complaints of faultiness. If a variety of materials will work well in your home, choose the sturdiest.

For interior design, the general rule of thumb is to stick to a minimum of materials, which should match. If the room contains a number of wood pieces, it is advisable to buy another wood piece. Glass and steel are complementary so if you have one, you can add the other. It is important to match the colours; stick with mahogany if you started with it and don't mix steel with brass.

Shop for something that wont consume the allotted space. A cabinet or armoire will be very likely to visually devour the space, particularly in smaller rooms. Darker colours will also be more dramatic so if you decide to go with a darker colour in a smaller space, it is a good idea to choose a smaller piece.

Allow ample space for your electronics. Your DVD player, home theatre system, and video game console need space. Be sure to factor in the length of their cables and the visibility of the infrared receivers for the remotes; if your electronics are shut into a cabinet, their remotes wont function. Also, without proper air circulation, the devices will be likely to overheat. Selecting an armoire or cabinet that was not designed for this use will result in the extra hassle of drilling holes to accommodate cords.

The new generation of LCD and plasma televisions are very slim so they don't need cabinets that are very deep. So you can save room in your room.

If your family is large or you tend to have friends over to watch TV, a swivel stand is a wise investment so that the viewing angle can be easily adjusted to best accommodate all situations.

A wall mount will of course take up a minimum of space and is usually the best option; in most cases, it will be less expensive. Be sure to choose one that is adjustable. This is paramount if the seating area around the TV might be in flux; if you have gatherings and add in a few more chairs at one end, for instance, the TV may need to be adjusted on the fly. With most, this is unlikely, but the TV does need to be positioned initially for optimum visibility. Some LCD TVs in particular suffer from glare issues if hit by direct light so a tiny angle shift can significantly enhance visibility.

Be sure the designated wall will support the wall mount. Knock to check where studs are and if you're uncertain that the wall can withstand the weight, it's probably not worth risking. (Ceiling mounts are also available.) If you have not yet purchased the TV, you can opt to purchase one from a store that offers installation, and leave it to the professionals.

Think of all the TV components you've added in the last few years you'll undoubtedly add more in the next few years. Factor this into your purchase decision. Don't buy just enough space; allow room for expansion.

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