Design Guide · TV Units
TV Unit Designs: 15 Modern Ideas for Every Living Room, with Cost
The TV wall is the first thing people see in a living room, and a good TV unit does three jobs: holds the TV safely, hides wires and clutter, and sets the style of the room. Here are fifteen modern TV unit designs, a size guide by TV screen, and what the plywood and laminate cost at our Lati Bazar store: from about ₹8,857 for a simple floating console to about ₹41,442 for a full floor-to-ceiling storage wall.
15 Modern TV Unit Design Ideas
1
Floating wall-mounted console
A low cabinet hung on the wall with the floor clear below. Easy to mop under and makes the room feel bigger.
2
Full back panel wall
A laminated or veneered panel behind the TV hides wires and frames the screen. Matte woodgrain avoids reflections.
3
Fluted panel backdrop
Vertical fluted MDF or fluted laminate strips behind the TV for depth and texture. See fluted laminates.
4
LED cove and backlight
A hidden LED strip behind the panel or under the console gives a soft glow and reduces eye strain.
5
Floor-to-ceiling storage wall
Tall cabinets on both sides with the TV in the middle: maximum storage for books, board games and decor.
6
Corner TV unit
An L-shaped or angled unit uses a dead corner in small living rooms and apartments.
7
TV unit with bookshelf
Open shelves around or beside the TV turn the wall into a library.
8
Sliding panel unit
Sliding shutters that hide the TV, or the storage, when not in use.
9
Veneer wall unit
Walnut or teak veneer on plywood for a warm, premium hall. See veneer for interiors.
10
Handle-less matte cabinets
Push-to-open shutters in matte or anti-fingerprint laminate for a clean, minimal look.
11
Wood and glass display
Glass shutters or a glass shelf for showpieces, with closed storage below.
12
Low bench with sliding doors
A long, low unit that doubles as seating or a display shelf in narrow rooms.
13
Bedroom TV unit
A slim wall panel with one shelf, or a unit built into the wardrobe wall.
14
Stone or marble-look panel
Stone-finish laminate behind the TV for a luxury look without the weight of real marble.
15
Budget open-shelf unit
A simple console plus two floating shelves: the cheapest way to a neat TV wall.
How Wide Should Your TV Unit Be?
A TV unit looks balanced when it is clearly wider than the screen. Screen widths are for 16:9 TVs.
| TV size | Screen width | Console width |
|---|---|---|
| 43″ TV | about 3.1 ft | 5–6 ft |
| 50″ TV | about 3.6 ft | 5–7 ft |
| 55″ TV | about 4.0 ft | 5–7 ft |
| 65″ TV | about 4.7 ft | 6–8 ft |
| 75″ TV | about 5.4 ft | 7–8 ft |
Height: keep the centre of the screen near seated eye level, about 3.5 ft from the floor for a sofa, and the console top around 1.5 ft high. Depth: 15–18 inches for a console with a set-top box and speaker. Viewing distance: roughly 1.5 to 2.5 times the screen diagonal.
TV Unit Material Cost in Ahmedabad
MR plywood (18 mm ₹74, 12 mm ₹60, 6 mm ₹38 per sq ft) and laminate (1 mm ₹1,210, inner ₹485 per sheet) at our Lati Bazar store. Hardware, lights, glass and labour extra. GST extra.
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| Design | Plywood sheets | Plywood | Laminate sheets | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simple floating console (6 ft) Low wall-hung cabinet with 2 drawers or flaps | 2 × 18 mm + 1 × 6 mm | ₹5,952 | 2 + 1 inner: ₹2,905 | ₹8,857 |
| Console + full back panel (8 ft wall) Floating console with a laminated panel wall behind the TV | 3 × 18 mm + 2 × 12 mm + 1 × 6 mm | ₹12,160 | 5 + 2 inner: ₹7,020 | ₹19,180 |
| Floor-to-ceiling storage wall (10 ft) Tall side cabinets, open shelves, console and back panel | 8 × 18 mm + 2 × 12 mm + 3 × 6 mm | ₹26,432 | 10 + 6 inner: ₹15,010 | ₹41,442 |
Sheets are 8 × 4 ft; your carpenter's cutting list decides the final count. Use the plywood quantity calculator for your own sizes. Rates: plywood · laminate.
Best Materials for a TV Unit
| Part | Material | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Body, sides, wall-hung console | 18–19 mm MR plywood | Holds the wall brackets and drawer channels |
| Shelves and dividers | 12–16 mm plywood | Stiff enough for books and speakers |
| Back of cabinets | 6–9 mm plywood | Light and square |
| Panel behind the TV | 12 mm plywood or MDF with laminate | Flat, and strong enough behind a wall bracket |
| Fluted or CNC backdrop | MDF | Smooth for routing and paint |
| Finish | Matte woodgrain, stone-look or veneer | No glare on the screen |
Full thickness chart: plywood for TV units (see also partition designs). Board comparison: plywood vs MDF vs particle board.
Planning Tips
Fix the TV to the wall, not the panel: bolt the TV bracket through the panel into the wall, or block the panel with solid backing. Plan wiring first: leave a conduit or a 2–3 inch cable channel behind the panel, a cut-out in the console top, and power points behind the unit. Ventilate: leave gaps or a vented back behind set-top boxes and amplifiers. Keep it off the floor with a floating console or a plinth, so mopping water does not reach the plywood. Match the room: repeat the laminate or veneer of the wardrobe, doors or dining unit.
TV Units for Small Living Rooms
Choose a floating console with one or two open shelves, a light matte laminate, and a slim back panel instead of a full storage wall. A corner unit saves space in narrow rooms, and a mirror or glass shelf beside the TV makes the room feel wider. For a warm look without bulk, use a single veneer or woodgrain panel with an LED cove.
Common Mistakes
A unit narrower than the TV; high-gloss laminate right behind the screen (reflections); no plan for wires; thin shelves that sag under speakers; and mounting a heavy TV on a thin panel. Most TV unit problems are fixed by the right thickness and a wiring plan made before the carpenter starts.
Samta Plywood Centre at Lati Bazar, near Gita Mandir, stocks CenturyPly and Greenply plywood, MDF, veneers and laminates for TV units, including fluted, stone and anti-fingerprint designs. WhatsApp us a photo of your wall and the design you like for a sheet-by-sheet quote with delivery across Ahmedabad.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which TV unit design is best for a living room?
A floating wall-mounted console with a laminated or veneered back panel suits most modern living rooms. It hides wires, keeps the floor clear and frames the TV. Large rooms can add a floor-to-ceiling storage wall.
What is the cost of a TV unit in Ahmedabad?
At our Lati Bazar rates, the plywood and laminate cost about ₹8,857 for a simple 6 ft floating console, about ₹19,180 for a console with a full back panel, and about ₹41,442 for a 10 ft floor-to-ceiling storage wall, before hardware, labour and GST.
Which plywood is best for a TV unit?
18 to 19 mm MR plywood for the body and wall-hung console, 12 to 16 mm for shelves, and 6 to 9 mm for backs. MDF works well for fluted or painted backdrops.
How wide should a TV unit be?
Wider than the screen: about 5 to 7 ft for a 55 inch TV and 6 to 8 ft for a 65 inch TV.
At what height should a TV be mounted?
Keep the centre of the screen near seated eye level, about 3.5 ft from the floor for a sofa.
Which laminate is best for a TV unit?
Matte woodgrain, stone-look or fluted laminate behind the TV to avoid reflections; gloss or matte for drawers; textured woodgrain for shelves.
How do I hide wires in a TV unit?
Plan a conduit or cable channel behind the back panel, a cut-out in the console top and power points behind the unit before fabrication.
Building a TV Unit?
WhatsApp us a photo of your wall and the design you like for a sheet-by-sheet quote.