Many people often take advantage of the spacious space next to the TV to display things, but there are items that are completely inappropriate to place here.
Although we all now have cell phones and use them in our free time, in many families, television is still an extremely necessary item. Each house is also always designed with a separate location to place the TV, usually in the middle of the living room, which has a large area. Around the TV are often cabinets to store furniture, helping to optimize space better.
No matter how rich you are, don’t put these 4 items next to the TV, otherwise you will suffer many disadvantages
But in reality, no matter how big the space next to the TV is, it’s best not to put these 4 things next to it. If so, take them away as soon as possible.
First item: Water containers
Water is something we often need to use in many activities. For convenience, many people will place the teapot, cup of water, etc. as close to the person as possible, sometimes right next to the TV.
But in reality, this method is not good for the longevity of the TV. Water often comes with moisture, especially hot water that evaporates. When steam rises, it will most likely find its way inside the TV.
As an electrical device, all parts of the TV need to be kept dry. When exposed to water or left in a high humidity environment, it will be easily damaged.
In fact, not only water bottles, kettles, electric kettles… but also objects such as fish tanks, plants… should not be placed next to the TV for long periods of time. Otherwise, the life of the TV will be directly affected, costing you money to repair or replace.
Second item: Dust cloth
Our TVs are especially susceptible to dust accumulation if exposed to air for long periods of time. To avoid this problem, many people choose to cover the TV with a layer of anti-dust cloth because they think that this not only looks beautiful but also helps keep the TV cleaner.
But in reality, this method is not good because the TV will generate heat during use. After being generated, heat needs to be dissipated. If we cover it with a layer of dust-proof cloth, it will affect the heat dissipation function. Our TVs are especially susceptible to damage if continuously kept at high temperatures for long periods of time.
Therefore, it is best to only cover the TV with a dust-proof cloth in case you are away for a long time and need to preserve furniture that is not in use for a long time. Normally, the TV should be placed in an airy, dry and clean place.
Third item: Communication device
After use, many people will conveniently place their mobile phone right next to the TV, but in reality this is not good. Because TVs and mobile phones are both receiving and broadcasting devices, this can easily cause signal interference, and in severe cases, it can damage the TV’s internal components.
For example, when the phone receives a call, the nearby TV screen appears some snowflakes, or has slight interference. This is signal interference, so it is best not to place other communication devices next to the TV.
Fourth item: Sharp tool
It’s best not to place some sharp tools next to the TV such as scissors, hammers, screwdrivers, etc. These tools are very sharp and very hard, if accidentally touched even slightly will damage the TV screen.
Over time, TV screens become larger, thinner and more expensive, so they are also more vulnerable. If the screen is even slightly scratched, the repair cost will be very expensive.
Therefore, we should not place some sharp objects next to the TV. Especially for families with young children, safety factors also need to be carefully considered.
Some other notes when placing a TV in the living room
TV placement
If there are other highlights in the space such as pictures or windows that open up beautiful views, the TV can easily become an object that “competes” for attention and causes confusion. To avoid this situation, you can place the TV on the wall perpendicular to the window or picture. This way, you not only create many viewing angles but also help keep the space neat and less cluttered.
Arrange seat
The TV viewing chair should be wide enough and far enough away from the TV to create comfort for the viewer. According to the formula for calculating the distance from the TV to your eyes, you should sit at least 2.5m and maximum 3.3m away from the screen.
Cleverly hide electrical wires and connecting wires
A low cabinet below the TV with holes in the back will help you hide accompanying equipment such as cable boxes, speakers as well as wires. The cabinet door should be made of semi-transparent material so that users can easily operate the machine by remote control.
In addition, the homeowner can run the wire in the wall and arrange the socket behind the TV.
Light control
Lighting is especially important for TV viewing areas. You should avoid placing the TV in a place that receives too much sunlight to avoid glare when watching. If the light in the room is still too strong, you should arrange additional blackout panels or thick curtains.
