AMAZING WOODEN TV UNITS

OMG , I’m SUPER excited to tell you about these wooden TV stands I’ve been researching for like FOREVER!! I’m totally obsessed with finding the perfect one, and I wanna share everything with you!! These aren’t just boring TV stands – they’re like, actual  real wood furniture that makes your whole living room look way better!!

WHY OAK TV UNITS ARE SOOOOO MUCH BETTER!

So oak TV units are basically the BEST ONES YOU CAN GET!! Unlike those cheap fake wood ones from those big stores, solid oak cabinets last forever and look soooo good with ANY furniture you already have! The coolest thing is that each piece of oak has these unique grain patterns which means nobody else will have the exact same TV stand as you – how cool is that??!!

Oak is super tough too, so when your little brother throws the remote at it or whatever, it won’t get all dented and gross looking. These aren’t just TV stands – there like a statement piece that shows your good taste!! The natural wood makes your living room feel all warm and cozy too!

HOW TO PICK THE RIGHT SIZE (THIS IS IMPORTANT!!!)

Choosing the right size TV unit is kinda tricky but I figured it out! You need to think about your TV size AND your room size. For big TVs, make sure your cabinet is like 3-5 inches wider on each side so it doesn’t look weird and top-heavy.

The height is super important too!! You want the middle of your screen to be at eye level when your sitting down. Otherwise you’ll get a sore neck from looking up or down all the time (I learned this the hard way lol). The perfect TV stand should fit in with all your other furniture and not make your room look all crowded and stuff.

STORAGE FEATURES YOU TOTALLY NEED

The best wooden TV stands have all these smart storage options! Look for ones with open shelves for your game consoles and cable boxes (so the remotes work!), and cabinets with doors to hide all the ugly stuff nobody wants to see.

OMG and cable management is LIFE CHANGING!!! The good TV units have these special holes in the back to hide all those annoying cords. You should think about how many drawers you need based on all your stuff. I have tons of games and controllers so I needed lots of drawers in mine!

CORNER TV STANDS – ARE THEY WORTH IT??

Corner TV units are smart if you have a smaller room! They fit right into the corner that nobody uses anyway and save tons of space. I was shocked how much bigger my friends room looked after she got one!

Just make sure you can still see the TV good from your couch or bed. The cool thing is that good corner stands still have all the storage of regular ones, just in a different shape. There perfect for apartments or bedrooms where space is like, super important!

SOLID WOOD VS. VENEER (THERES A DIFFERENCE!!!)

OK so heres something I didn’t know before – the difference between solid wood and veneer is HUGE!! Solid oak TV stands cost more BUT they last basically forever! My parents have had theres for like 15 years and it still looks amazing.

Veneer cabinets (with just a thin layer of wood on the outside) are cheaper at first, but they get all chippy and gross after a couple years. Plus, if you scratch a solid wood stand, you can sand it and refinish it! You cant do that with veneer cuz you’ll sand right through the thin wood layer. Solid oak actually looks BETTER as it gets older which is crazy!

DIFFERENT STYLES FOR DIFFERENT ROOMS!!

There are sooo many styles of wooden TV units! If your parents have all that traditional furniture, get one with fancy details and darker wood. If you have a modern apartment, look for TV stands with clean simple lines and maybe some glass or metal parts.

Grey painted TV cabinets are super trendy right now and they go with literally everything! And if you want something really cool and unique, they have these TV units made from reclaimed wood that tell a story and are better for the environment!

WHY WOOD QUALITY IS SUPER IMPORTANT!!

The quality of the wood in your TV stand is basically everything! Premium oak is the best cause its super strong and has those gorgeous grain patterns. Mango wood and sheesham are cool options too with really unique looks!

When your shopping, look at how its put together. The joints should be tight with no gaps, the finish should be smooth, and it should feel really solid and heavy. If a TV unit feels lightweight and wobbly, thats a BAD SIGN!! Good wooden stands use special dried wood so they dont warp or crack later.

HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR TV STAND!!!

Taking care of a wooden TV cabinet isn’t hard but you gotta be consistent! Just dust it regularly with a soft cloth and use special wood cleaner for the occasional deep clean. NEVER put hot stuff directly on it or you’ll get marks!

Always use coasters for drinks (I learned this after I got in BIG trouble for leaving water rings on our coffee table lol). Keep your TV stand away from windows where the sun shines directly on it or it might fade weird. If you take care of it, your oak TV unit will still look amazing when your like 80 years old!!

CUSTOM TV CABINETS – ARE THEY WORTH THE EXTRA MONEY??

Custom wooden TV stands are soooo cool but expensive! They can be made exactly to your measurements and have all the specific storage you need for your exact stuff. If you have a weird room layout or a super specific style, custom might be the way to go.

You can choose everything – the type of wood, the exact colour, the handles, literally everything! My cousin got one made for her apartment and it’s literally perfect. Yes, there more expensive, but you get exactly what you want and it fits perfectly!

MAKING EVERYTHING IN YOUR ROOM MATCH!!

Your wooden TV unit should look good with all your other furniture! It looks weird if your TV stand is dark oak but all your other stuff is white or something. Lots of furniture places sell matching sets so your TV stand, coffee table, and bookshelves all go together.

Don’t forget to put some cute stuff on your TV stand too! Family pictures, plants, maybe some candles (if your allowed to have them). These little touches make it look like something from Instagram instead of just a place to put your TV!

WHY SPENDING MORE MONEY IS ACTUALLY BETTER!!

Spending more on a quality oak TV unit is TOTALLY worth it! The cheap ones fall apart after like 2 years, so you end up buying multiple stands for more money in the long run. My parents always say “buy once, cry once” about furniture!

The fancy oak ones have all these cool features like drawers that close themselves super smoothly and better ways to hide all those ugly cords. Plus, good wooden TV cabinets actually keep there value really well! My aunt sold her old oak TV stand for almost what she paid for it after having it for like 8 years!!

THINGS TO REMEMBER ABOUT WOODEN TV UNITS:

  • Solid oak lasts way longer and looks better than fake wood or veneer
  • Corner TV stands save sooo much space in smaller rooms
  • Make sure it has good storage for all your gaming stuff and DVDs
  • The size needs to match both your TV and your room
  • Clean it regularly but its super easy to take care of
  • Custom cabinets are amazing if you can afford them
  • Match it with your other furniture for a designer look
  • Spending more now saves money later cause it lasts forever!!

I hope this helps you find your PERFECT TV stand!! I spent forever researching this stuff so trust me on this!!!