Living room furniture guide

TV unit planning guide: measure before fabrication

A good TV unit is not only a decorative panel. It must manage cables, set-top boxes, speakers, ventilation, wall strength, service access and storage.

Checklist before design

• TV size and viewing height from sofa.
• Power, HDMI, router and set-top box locations.
• Open shelves, drawers and closed storage needs.
• Panel depth and ventilation for devices.
• Lighting choice: profile light, backlight or no light.

CNC panels can add texture behind the TV, but leave access for wiring and future repairs.