Television today has become more than just a means of watching TV shows. Technologies have made it possible to turn this item into real multimedia centers that meet the needs of all family members. Therefore, the TV becomes the compositional center of the room, around which the decor is built. We tell you how to design a wall with a TV in any interior, how to place this equipment, what materials to use, what to consider when decorating a wall and how to properly distribute lighting.
How to place a TV: options
As a standard, televisions, when they were still bulky pieces of furniture, were placed on a special cabinet, which was also used as a place to store other things. Today, the compactness of technology allows you to create a more harmonious interior and save square meters by mounting flat-screen TVs on the wall. The last method is more difficult to implement, but is fully justified.
Before choosing a TV placement option, you need to consider several rules for its installation:
- Installation at eye level for comfortable viewing. To achieve this, you need to start from the height of the sofa and adjust the equipment to a position that is comfortable for you.
- Direction of light. Both natural and artificial lighting play a role. Exposure to direct sunlight can create glare on the screen, which interferes with viewing comfort.
- Radiators have no place near equipment. It is not recommended to mount the TV on the same level as heating appliances.
- Determination of load. It is important to consider whether the wall can be under the load of the weight of the TV constantly. An excellent option is to mount the bracket on a wall made of concrete or brick. It is also important that all additional equipment in the form of wires and cables is carefully hidden.
- Wall decoration. A plain-color screen is good in minimalist styles. If the room is not designed in such a way, you need to think through decor options.
- The dimensions of the TV, if the equipment is mounted on the side wall of a narrow room, are not recommended.
- The optimal distance between the TV and the viewer should be maintained. It is 3-4 times the length of the TV diagonal. That is, with a diagonal of 20 inches, the distance to the viewer should be 1.5-2 meters.
There are 4 classic options for placing equipment:
- Niche
. Saves square meters and hides plasma. In addition, built-in appliances are one of the trends in modern interior design today. The niche itself can be the same size as the TV, or occupy a large area, which is additionally equipped with lighting, creating a decor that matches the design idea. - Combined with a fireplace
. Here the situation is as follows: both the fireplace and the TV are considered a gathering place for the whole family, and their presence next to each other or on top of each other creates a feeling of imbalance. In this case, it is recommended to separate the fireplace and TV areas, creating two relaxation locations in the room. The second option is to combine two objects if, instead of a real one, you have a modern electric fireplace. In this case, the TV must be mounted above the fireplace at a distance of at least a meter. - On the stand
. Modern equipment is also placed on special stands. This saves owners from the need for installation, thinking through decor and lighting near a wall-mounted TV, and makes the equipment more mobile. - On a false wall
. Such designs are also a way of zoning space, for example, in a hall.
How to use photo wallpaper in the interior
Add missing space to a room, highlight functional areas, hide imperfections in walls and add new colors to the interior - modern photo wallpapers can do all this.
When mentioning photo wallpapers, many people think of tiny kitchens with a golden autumn forest covering the entire wall or living rooms with lurid palm trees on a blue background. Forget, all this is in the past! Modern photo wallpapers look beautiful, bright and rich, and custom-made images will fit perfectly into any interior. In addition, they are not afraid of sunlight and pollution. Thanks to the use of photo wallpaper, you can correct shortcomings and highlight the advantages of your home.
Zoning
Quite often the living room has to be divided into several zones:
- rest;
- reception of guests and leisure;
- study or student's corner;
- sleeping area.
Family leisure is combined with a reception area and there is also a TV with a headset.
The second block usually includes a bed and a study. This is the area of silence. The studios add a kitchen and dining area. This approach uses several techniques.
Accent stripe
Usually serves as a separator between zones or emphasizes the location of large upholstered furniture (beds, sofas). There are many projects where the strip flows onto the ceiling, crossing it or covering some part.
On one wall
One of the most common ways to decorate with photo wallpaper is to paste one of the walls, so it draws attention to itself. The print can have a common color palette with the rest of the decoration or stand out in contrast against the general background.
On two walls (corner)
Another finishing option is to cover two connecting walls with photo wallpaper. The image can visually blur the location of the corner, creating the illusion of being outside the boundaries of the house.
Part of a wall, half a wall
By partially finishing the wall with photo wallpaper, you can divide the room into zones. For example, divide the studio into a living room and kitchen area.
You can use photo wallpaper to highlight an area, such as a fireplace or TV.
Stereoscopic
Such photo wallpapers differ from others in their depth of 3D effect.
In this case, the wallpaper format is selected based on the arrangement of furniture and the configuration of the room.
- the entire wall;
- on adjacent walls;
- imitation of windows and doors;
- on the doors;
- above the sofa;
- around the TV;
- on the ceiling;
- on cabinet furniture.
In a niche
Finishing a niche with photo wallpaper will be an elegant solution; the interior will receive the necessary “zest” while preserving space.
Blurring boundaries
This technique is suitable for small rooms and panoramic images. Urban, rural and seascapes work especially well. The idea is to cover adjacent walls with a canvas with a clearly planned composite picture. As a rule, such projects are carried out on an individual order, because... It’s quite difficult to guess the size of the walls.
As a result, the corners fit into the image in the form of columns, houses or tree trunks. And the walls are covered by a single continuous panoramic landscape.
With this arrangement, there should be a minimum amount of furniture. Only low cabinets, chests of drawers and a soft corner. No tall pencil cases, cabinets, hanging TVs or shelves. Anything that obscures the picture automatically turns a chic idea into banal wallpaper from the Soviet period.
In each specific case, you need to select a suitable solution, taking into account the style of the room, color scheme and geometry features.
Expanding space
In small living rooms, it is advisable to use light reflective wallpaper. The images are selected based on the task of erasing the boundary between the real and illusory world. Various landscapes, photographs of mountains, valleys, and the view from a skyscraper window are well suited for this. Abstract shapes are also great if they create the effect of a receding tunnel or road.
However, the desired effect can easily be ruined in the bud by improper lighting, dull faded colors and improper placement.
To make the image look realistic, you need to add some element that connects the room with the plot. For example, what is the lawn doing next to the sofa? If you add a patio, false columns, a curtain made of light fabric, you will get a realistic installation that enhances the effect.
It is advisable that the color in the picture matches the color scheme of the living room. This important factor is rarely taken into account by owners and European finishers.
Surrealism
Prints have the amazing power to change the visual perception of space. By changing the geometry of familiar objects, you can ensure that the wall takes on a convex or concave appearance, appears trapezoidal, etc.
Narrowing
In spacious rooms there is a problem when elements are simply lost in space. In this case, the walls are decorated with wallpaper with large images, visually narrowing the living room.
In such situations, large 3D prints, patterns imitating ancient fabrics, abstract lines, large plant motifs (blades of grass, flowers, leaves, fruits, etc.) work well. You should not use panoramic models, because... they will give the exact opposite effect.
Dark shades compress space, but in the presence of light areas, thanks to the contrast, they seem deep and distant.
Changing the ceiling height
A longitudinal strip in the middle of the wall will visually raise the ceiling. You will get the same effect if you select a panoramic image in which objects are photographed from below. They are elongated and narrow at the top.
Any vertical lines divide the space into parts. This works well in narrow, elongated studio living rooms.
Excessively high ceilings can be brought closer to the ground through horizontally oriented panels and landscapes with a wide horizontal projection.
Fresco
Like real decor, it is located on the wall, but does not tend to occupy all its space. It looks like a picturesque painting, which is an integral part of the interior partition. As a rule, the image is made in sepia mode or any other mode that allows you to achieve the impression of an aged photograph or painting.
Painting
In some interiors there is no task to change the geometry of the room. However, I want to fill the empty space on the wall with a suitable image, but I don’t have the desire or the means to buy a painting. In this case, the solution will offer a small format of photo wallpaper, which is pasted instead of a triptych or a single canvas.
On the doors
Photo wallpaper on doors can create an association with a portal that opens the way to another place.
In the photo on the right, the hallway is in black and white. The door and part of the wall are decorated with a book print.
On the wardrobe
You can easily apply any design to the wardrobe doors using photo wallpaper. This method will add personality to the interior and help update the furniture.
The photo shows a compact children's room for a boy with an image of Star Wars on the cabinet doors. A perspective image on the wall increases the space of the room.
How to hide a TV
A TV on the wall in the interior can be hidden. In this case, the owners open the equipment only at the time of viewing. It is recommended to think through the following options for hiding equipment:
- Sliding panels. This is a simple design - to open access to viewing, just pull out the crossbar.
- Rotary mechanism. Looks elegant, but requires more space. To open the view, just rotate the TV partition 180 degrees.
- Mirrors. If the panels/doors are equipped with mirrors, then you can also visually increase the space due to reflection.
- Painting. The TV is hidden in a frame - that is, disguised as an art object.
general information
In the Soviet Union, mostly images of nature were applied to wallpaper, and their quality left much to be desired.
But this did not stop anyone and photo wallpapers took pride of place in the living room interior.
Therefore, this finishing option has become familiar to everyone and neither then nor today is it something alien and obscure.
In the 90s, a certain dissonance occurred: manufacturers of conventional wallpaper began to make up for lost profits and work to improve the quality of their products, while manufacturers of photo wallpaper were in no hurry to change anything.
Because of this, the latter lost their former popularity. However, not for long. For many years now they have been bought on a par with simple wallpaper.
There are several reasons for this revival. Firstly, print quality has improved significantly.
The drawings have become realistic, and there are even 3D photo wallpapers for the living room. Secondly, the plots are very diverse. And thirdly, their wear resistance has increased due to improvements in the decorative layer.
It is important to note that in addition to purchasing ready-made options, many companies offer their services for transferring your photos onto photo wallpaper in the living room or any other room.
They just need to be of good quality.
Wall finishing materials
Materials for panels and partitions can be textured wood, mirror tiles, a wooden frame, fabric or leather with which the canvas is covered. The latter create a feeling of comfort, but can be difficult to maintain due to the dirt that is absorbed into them. Material options:
- Drywall
, which is not subject to the negative influence of external factors, and is also plastic. Since hanging a TV on a partition made of this material is not recommended due to the imbalance in the strength characteristics and weight of the material and equipment, plasterboard is actively used to create various decor. For example, for stucco with columns around a TV or for shelves. Can also be used for a niche. - Wood
will become an outlet for fans of natural materials. In addition to wood, you can use high-quality alternatives, for example, laminate, wooden slats. - Mirror
. Such tiles can be laid on the wall behind the TV or on the sides. Visually increases the area, but can become a distraction due to the reflection of what is happening. - Stone
. Natural or artificial material, gypsum tiles with imitation stone can become the accent of the room and make the interior more textured and status. - Leather
_ Leather-covered panels create a stylish texture and make the room look expensive. - Metal
. Easy to care for, reflects light and looks very interesting especially in loft interiors. However, it will not suit any style solution. - Wallpaper
. They are considered an uncomplicated and classic way to decorate the wall behind and around the TV. For comfort, it is recommended not to use colorful wallpaper with patterns. - Photo wallpaper
. This finishing option is back in trend today. When you are thinking about how to decorate a wall with a TV, photo wallpaper is suitable for visually highlighting this area.
Impressive three-dimensional panels and original wall shelves (at the same time as a place to store accessories) can be used as a basis for placing the TV on the wall.
Where to order photo wallpaper for a wall with a TV
You can purchase suitable wallpaper in the Cozy Wall online store with delivery throughout Russia. The company's website presents a large selection of options for various interior styles. You can also send another photo (from the shutterstock photo bank or your personal archive) by email.
In the company's own printing house in Moscow, the wallpaper will be printed using modern latex technology within two working days. Special dyes accurately convey shades and do not fade in the sun for a long time.
Fill out an application on the website or by phone indicated in the header of the site.
Style decision
The presence of a TV in a room does not depend on the chosen style of the room - the equipment can and should be installed in any solution.
Modern
The style is characterized by following the trends of the time. The plasma, neatly displayed on a decorated wall, should combine innovative design and functionality. Therefore, in addition to TV, other home theater parts can be placed here.
Classic
interiors welcome the hiding of equipment behind the doors of carved cabinets. The wall can also be decorated with a fresco, baguette, wooden frame, or molding.
Provence
welcomes the presence of vintage and rustic simplicity, characteristic of the French region of the same name. The TV area can be decorated with wallpaper with an unobtrusive floral pattern. The walls are also lined with clapboard. Other options are boards or stone. As an addition, you can install an electric or false fireplace.
Scandinavian
a direction with minimal design is a small TV on a wall in one tone, decorated with abstract paintings and posters.
Loft
allows for a large TV with speakers and various acoustic systems. Materials for the wall: concrete, brick. Industrial decor and lighting are welcome.
Country
According to the concept, it can do without TV. But modern designers, due to the need for technology, have come up with suitable solutions. For example, a discreet plasma can be hidden behind curtains or mounted on a brick/wood wall.
Minimalism
characterized by restraint, black or gray TV cabinets. The wall is made matte or glossy so that the resulting composition simply becomes a harmonious part and continuation of the entire interior.
Combination with other materials, edging
Options for edging the canvas depend on the stylistic direction of the room.
- In a classic interior, this could be a baguette or a thin baseboard. This design will look harmonious with photo wallpaper that does not cover a full wall.
- In a modern interior, there is no need for any edging; the image already looks harmonious.
How to make a frame
When making a blank, it is important to monitor the dimensions of the frame so that it exactly matches the wallpaper contained inside. To do this, it is important to measure the size of the picture and cut the material according to the data obtained. Do not forget that the painting will be placed inside the product, so all parts must be measured from the inside. It is also important to make the corners correctly so that they are absolutely the same. To do this, use a miter box and set the tilt to 45 degrees.
The parts are sawed off and then the corners are checked for exact fit. After this, the product can be fixed on the surface. Any method will do - first stick a frame and then add a canvas, or first place a picture and then decorate it with a frame. Focus on your own habits and convenience.
When you can and cannot use moldings
In most cases, molding is perfect for wall or ceiling decoration. Its main functions:
- Hiding surface irregularities;
- Decoration of the junctions of walls and ceilings;
- Smoothing the surface;
- Room decoration;
- Identification of functional areas;
- Visual change in the size of the room.
Vertical molding makes ceilings appear higher, while horizontal stripes effectively expand the space. If the room is large enough, then you can use wide stripes with bright images. Such an interior will look very elegant and even aristocratic; creativity and art will be felt in it. But still, this option is not suitable in all cases - in small rooms the space will be overloaded.
It is not advisable to glue molding over wallpaper. In such a situation, it is difficult to predict its durability, and the risk of ruining the design with glue also increases. In addition, subsequent painting of the product may be necessary. If there is still such a need, then it is better to choose lightweight materials - for example, polystyrene foam or polystyrene.
Decorating a room with molding
A frame for photo wallpaper on the wall is one of the most interesting design solutions for home decoration. A few years ago, only dull and inexpressive paintings could be found on sale, but nowadays the situation has changed dramatically. The construction market offers a large number of bright options for every taste, so each user can choose the most suitable product.
Photo wallpapers can become an expressive accent and add originality to your home. The modern manufacturing method assumes the wear resistance and durability of this material. For a painting to look beautiful on the wall and attract everyone’s attention, it is not enough just to stick it on. It is also necessary to take care of the appropriate decor for the image and frame it in a suitable frame.
Selection of lighting
If direct sunlight leaves glare on the screen, and the presence of local backlighting allows you to achieve an aesthetic design of the TV area without affecting the image quality.
LED strips and spotlights can serve as illumination sources. If there are other objects in this area besides the TV, they can also be illuminated.
Hang or put?
The choice of place where the TV will be located is small. Either it will stand on a bedside table, in a niche in a furniture wall, on a low stand - in general, on legs or on a special platform. Or they will hang it on the wall.
Wherever it is placed, it is important that it looks harmonious and not, as in the film, be the main and only decoration of the living room. After all, it often happens that the most fashionable and sophisticated equipment was purchased, but it, well, does not fit into the interior. And therefore it seems out of place, a foreign object.
How to decorate a wall for a TV: options
- Contrasting colors are sometimes used for partitions or walls - the room is not overloaded with bright accents, because together the other walls balance the overall picture.
- Paintings and drawings are also used for decoration; the screen is often outlined around the perimeter. Such solutions are good for modern interiors.
- Dark surfaces as a background look especially advantageous and harmonious in the evenings, while light ones give space to even a small living room, bedroom, or kitchen.
- Paintings, photos, and panels are also used. They are lined up as if around the TV. This creates the impression that the equipment is also an art object, merging with the decor.
There are quite a few options for decorating a wall for a TV. It is important to show your imagination, work out all the interior and installation risks, take into account your wishes, so that you can then enjoy watching your favorite channels, singing karaoke or an exciting game of something interesting.
The best options for the interior
If you are in doubt about which photo wallpaper to buy for your TV, let’s call it a win-win solution. The following images look good:
- with repeating and dim prints - geometric patterns, plant motifs, ethnic ornaments;
- with imitation of building materials - brick, stone, marble, concrete: you can choose the appropriate option for a certain style of space design - classic, modern (loft, Scandinavian, minimalism, and so on);
- with imitation leather, metal, wood.
As for texture, designers are unanimous on this issue: the surface of the wallpaper should be matte. The best effect is achieved by embossed models made of vinyl or non-woven fabric.
