Customizing Your Recessed TV Wall Is Not Hard at All

Most of the daytime, we are in the living room. Therefore, it’s crucial to ensure it’s not only comfortable but also functional. The TV wall, a central piece of both decoration and utility, can make or break the room’s ambiance.

Anchoring a large screen with a wide wall mount console may be the easiest and most common way for our TV wall.

anchoring tv with a wide wall mount console
Photo by maite granda-anchoring tv with a wide wall mount console

A TV wall can be decorated with everything from paint to wallpaper, wall trim, plasterboard, solid timber shelving, or joinery cabinets. And you can also embellish the TV wall with custom lighting, framed art, or wall decor. More complex or functional TV wall can also be an electric fireplace heater wall.

recessed tv wall by supahandy
Recessed tv wall by Supahandy

Supahandy has crafted a recessed TV wall, complemented by a recessed electric fireplace heater and six tastefully designed niches. Even if the prominence of a large flat-screen TV doesn’t bother you, subduing its presence can create a more harmonious living space. A slightly recessed niche in the wall can prevent the TV from protruding into a smaller living room, which is why many homeowners prefer this design.

Before designing your own TV wall, it is better to take the overall style of the house into consideration. What’ s more, you can also add personalized elements according to the needs and preferences of the homeowners, such as fireplace models, storage customization, etc., so that the TV wall becomes a highlight in the home space.

And also, you need to know the most common TV wall styles:

  • Embedded: For a minimalist look, embed the TV flush with the wall, creating a clean and uncluttered space.
  • Hanging: Hang the TV on the wall, surrounded by storage cabinets or decorative shelves for a blend of aesthetics and practicality.
  • Suspended Ceiling: Use a suspended ceiling to distinguish the TV area from other zones, adding depth to the room.
  • Glass partition: Create a visual separation with a glass partition that offers privacy without compromising transparency.
  • Multifunctional: Merge the TV wall with bookcases and cabinets to cater to storage and decorative needs while optimizing space utilization.

To build a custom TV wall from scratch, it usually takes three to four days. And you don’t need a designer (nor to be a designer).

Here’s how you can make your TV wall the centerpiece of your home decor, enhancing your lifestyle and comfort: What you need to do first is to search the internet for designs that really attract your eyes, and if you have time, draft a plan in a non-professional way, like the one that follows.

design tv wall drawings
Design of the tv wall drawing by Supahandy

Or mostly, you only need one TV picture download from internet.

Following are the basic steps Supahandy built this multifunctional TV wall:

  1. Measurement and planning: we measured the size and location of the TV wall, considering the size of the TV, fireplace, socket location and other factors. This means that before we start this step, it is better if you have already purchased the TV and electric fireplace heater.
  2. Demolition and preparation: removed furniture, protected floor, and did necessary demolishment, like the skirting, cornice, etc.
removed furniture and protected floor before building a tv wall
Removing the furniture and protecting the floor before building a tv wall by Supahandy
  1. Framing: According to the drawing or photos, we assembled the structural timber (or Rondo steel) frame of the TV wall to ensure solidity and flatness. And then, we left the appropriate recesses for the TV, fireplace, and niches.
assembling the tv wall structure frame
Assembling the tv wall structure frame by Supahandy
  1. Surface finishing: Finished the surface of the TV wall, such as spraying colors, pasting wallpaper or veneer, timber trim, cornice and skirting, etc., to create an ideal visual effect.
finishing the tv wall surface spraying colors pasting wallpaper or veneer timber trim, cornice and skirting
Finishing the tv wall surface spraying colors pasting wallpaper or veneer timber trim, cornice and skirting by Supahandy

You may like many TV walls showed on internet. For example, you might like the 34 TV Wall Ideas That Are Both Functional and Stylish.

How can you have a TV wall that exclusively matches your own aesthetic?

The TV backdrop of your house must be closely related to your own daily life.

If you enjoy simple, clean and relaxing atmosphere, the fireplace and firewood background can be perfectly match with you.

tv wall with fireplace
Photo by brophy interiors tv wall with fireplace

For book lovers, transforming the TV wall into a bookshelf can be both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

transforming the tv wall into a bookshelf
Transforming the tv wall into a bookshelf-photo by jeanne canto

If you prefer to have a TV in your little bedroom, you may happy to build a niche above a chest of built-in drawers on a wall of bedroom closets and clothing storage that can house your TV.

bedroom tv wall
Photo by Maite Granda-bedroom tv wall

Functional aesthetics is based on functionality. If the functionality is not included well, the TV background wall can never be what you want.

Here are four functions of a TV wall:

  • Display and Furnishing: Showcase your hobbies with open grids, display racks, and ornaments;
  • Hierarchy and Lighting: Create a sense of depth and set the mood with strategic lighting;
  • Wiring Concealment: Enhance the aesthetic by hiding TV-related wiring;
  • Storage Space: Ensure ample storage for organizing frequently used living room items.

Your TV wall is more than just a backdrop for entertainment; it’s a reflection of your lifestyle and taste. With careful planning and customization, it can be the heart of your home, enhancing both form and function. If you have the need for a TV wall, feel free to consult with us!

Reference

34 TV Wall Ideas That Are Both Functional and Stylish.