Stevie the TV may be the most used appliance in our homes. Whether for the six o’clock news or the grand finale of the big show everyone and his dog is watching, there’s bound to be a time of day when your set is firmly in the spotlight.
This makes the positioning of your box all the more worth considering.
Too low and you could be exerting unnecessary pressure on your spine by continually pointing your head downwards (not to mention exacerbating the modern malaise of tech neck). A taller stand could offer improved viewing angles while easing the strain on your eyes and neck, whether you’re watching on the sofa or from the dinner table while having dinner.
A tall TV stand that comes with storage has the obvious benefit of double duty furniture; giving your set a place to call home as well as clear the floor of unsightly clutter. Some come with open shelving as well as drawers, generating space for gaming consoles and TV tech like surround sound speakers, soundbars and more.
They’re also helpful for keeping your set out of reach of small curious creatures like pets and infants. Make sure your TV stand has a way of grouping cables so they’re not an invitation to pull or yank on: clips and channels to keep them out of sight are great for this if your stand doesn’t already incorporate them.
Of course, a strong wall bracket to support your TV is another viable option, but if you rent your landlord may not be wild about you drilling into the wall. And if you’re lacking in the DIY department, a stand means you won’t have to fumble endlessly with drills and spirit levels.
If you like the idea of raising your TV stand game to new heights, we’ve rounded up the best options to shop below right now. The most important things to consider are your TV’s weight and size to make sure you find the most stable option to house it.
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Dunelm Lesina Pedestal TV Stand
TV size: up to 65 inches
Dimensions: H 117.7cm x W 70cm x D 44.7cm
Weight: 34.9kg
If you're looking for a contemporary TV stand to match your interiors, the Lesina will put your set on a literal pedestal. Made from a mix of materials - aluminimum, glass, steel and plastic, the durable design comes with two spacious shelves to hold your TV's entourage of tech. The rear column tucks away cables and wires so you can focus entirely on what's on the screen. Be warned, you will need to do some self-assembly as this model comes flat packed for delivery ease.
Buy now £135.00, Dunelm
Luxury Wood Floor TV Stand Cantilever TV Mount Bracket
TV size: 32-65 inches
Dimensions: 130.5 x 40 x 60cm
Weight: 16.45kg
Spare your walls unsightly blemishes and use this TV stand to prop it up to lofty heights instead. It’s made from strong, hard wearing iron with wood shelves, all sitting on a sturdy base. It may look compact at first glance, but this set is capable of bearing a maximum of 40kg in weight and should be able to hold TVs up to 65-inches in size comfortably.
Buy now £92.99, ManoMano
SANDSTROM Chevalet SCHEV19 880 mm TV stand with Bracket - Black & Brown
TV size: up to 60 inches
Dimensions: 147 x 985 x 207 mm (H x W x D)
Weight: 5.36kg
Slim and lightweight, this tripod TV stand gives you somewhere to position your box without taking up acres of floor space. It doesn’t come with shelf storage, so this is one for tech minimalists. It does adjust however, so you can ensure your audience has the best view wherever they are sitting.
Buy now £149.00, Currys
17 Stories Ainoah TV Stand
TV size: 32 - 65 inches
Dimensions: 123cm H X 65cm W X 40cm D
Weight: 14kg
Sleek and streamlined, say hello to a minimalist’s TV stand. This freestanding floor design comes with a range of VESA fitting options and can turn through 30 degrees, so you can always watch what’s on comfortably. The slim design comes with a shelf for TV accessories and there’s a built-in cable management system so that wires don’t interfere with the neat and tidy look.
Buy now £87.99, Wayfair
Madesa TV Stand Cabinet
TV size: up to 55 inches
Dimensions: 58 H x 38 D x 136 L cm
Weight: 23.2kg
Tall and wide for added stability, make your home entertainment centre a sleek thing of beauty with this all-black TV stand. Offering four open shelves to put your crucial tech. It can hold TVs up to 55 inches and up to 30kg in weight with engineered wood boards adding to its robustness.
Buy now £94.99, Amazon
Symple Stuff Channell TV Stand
TV size: 32 - 70 inches
Dimensions: 145.4cm H X 92.7cm W X 66cm D
Weight: 12.8kg
Give your home cinema the setting it deserves. This sleek, modern easel-style TV stand can support TVs from 32 up to 70-inches and comes with cable management through one of the rear legs, as well as a 60 x 60cm black glass shelf to place your console or soundbar.
It can also tilt to 15 degrees and the height is adjustable. Thanks to the tripod design, it’s best placed in a corner.
Buy now £255.99, Wayfair
Three Posts Orchard Park TV Stand with Fireplace
TV size: up to 55 inches
Dimensions: 81cm H X 122cm W X 51cm D
Weight: 49kg
As a product, a TV stand is an unlikely candidate for cottagecore homeware. Until, that is, you find Three Post’s stand which incorporates a fireplace into the design. It means you have something to look at, even when you tire of looking at yet another screen.
Made from honey-coloured high-grade MDF, the electric fireplace doesn’t need a professional sparky to fit and comes with a remote control so you can fan the flames from afar.
As for your telly, it will sit 81cm high offering improved viewing angles. There’s space for consoles and TV tech in two drawers with glass panes plus an integrated cable management system to keep wires neat and tidy.
Buy now £319.99, Wayfair
Dunelm Eno Pedestal TV Stand with Shelf
TV size: up to 55 inches
Dimensions: H 92.3cm x W 69.5cm x D 45cm
Weight: 9.6kg
A two shelf TV stand that takes up a miniscule amount of floor space is a great thing, but Dunelm's design goes even better with the ability to house screen sizes of up to 55 inches. There are two shelves to keep things like your Sky box or remote - no more losing it down the back of the sofa.
Buy now £109.00, Dunelm
