Plasterboard shelves for TV. How to make a beautiful niche out of drywall for placing a TV

In the modern design approach, it is fashionable to hide household appliances in drywall niches, leaving only the facade of the equipment. A niche for a drywall TV is done simply and quickly.

Once upon a time, the TV stood on a stool or wooden bedside table, then on a special cabinet, now it is hung on the wall, hidden in a niche.

An example of a multi-level plasterboard niche for a TV

the niche should be located opposite the bed;
it must fit into the interior;
for more convenience.

When solving all questions, you can proceed to.

Decoration and design of a niche for a TV in the room

Profile. It is advisable to take galvanized ones with stiffening ribs.
GKL up to 12 mm thick.
for fasteners in the wall.
Profile connectors.
with a set of blades.
Screwdriwer set.
Pliers.
A hammer may be needed.
Hacksaw, trowel,.
Antifungal primer.
Wires, switches, connectors.
Protective sleeve.
Roulette or meter.
Pencil, marker.
Water or laser level.
Grout - sandpaper or a special mesh.

And you will also need clean water, a first aid kit.

Technology for creating a design for a TV with step-by-step instructions

There are different niches:

Curvilinear structures;
Square and rectangular;
Additional departments for audio, video systems;
With and without illumination.

If the TV is heavy, then the frame should be reinforced with wooden partitions. A niche for a plasterboard TV is also open (the sides are open), built-in (the TV is completely hidden, only the facade is visible). You should decide what niche will be and start drawing a sketch.

Drawings and calculations

Taking up a drawing, you need to think carefully about everything to the smallest detail. Due to minor omissions, the design may not work.

Dimensional drawing for mounting a plasterboard niche for a TV

Taking a sheet of paper, draw each line, put each point and write down all the sizes and numbers obtained in the calculations. The dimensions of the TV should be taken into account so that the niche does not turn out end-to-end. Leave space for ventilation of the equipment.
Draw the wiring and the locations of the fixtures. This is important because during the installation of the frame, and not after the complete installation of the structure.
It is necessary to mark the locations of the switch and sockets on the drawing.

Preparation for the assembly of a structure from a metal profile

Before, you should clean the wall (if it is not glued or painted). Check the wall covering for depressions and protrusions.

Niche frame construction made of metal profile

If such are present, use a putty and bring the surface to an even surface, if there are bumps, they must be carefully combed off. In some cases. When the surface is prepared, the drawing is transferred from paper to the wall, observing all dimensions.

For ease of application, the wall covering can be divided equally, having previously indicated the external dimensions of the TV niche.

Placing all the points and drawing the paths of the sleeves with wires. In some cases, the wires must be hidden in the wall. To do this, grind the channel of the wires, fix them there and seal the channel with putty. Wait for it to dry.

Assembling the metal frame

Do-it-yourself TV frame assembly has features. In addition to the basic installation of the frame, there are curvilinear forms in the structure that serve only for decoration.
The installation of the frame begins with the lines drawn. The dimensions of the profiles should be no more than 5 cm, the recess of the niche is 7 cm, depending on the design of the niche, there should be 4 profile guides on the wall base. If the plasterboard wall is already finished, it should be reinforced with wood or horizontal beams every 5 cm.

At the bottom of the TV box, a "podium" is needed, protruding beyond the facade of the structure. The height of the "podium" is 10 cm. It is used to adjust the installation of the floor plinth. If a drywall niche goes up to the ceiling itself, then you should also make such an indent from the ceiling.

Sketch of a drywall niche for a TV

In order to, it is required to install the same profile guides as on the wall. Bridges are inserted between the guide profiles (NP), the length of which is equal to the depth of the niche.

A curved side face is made with curved NP. On the wall, the curved line is fixed along the line, the rest of the curved lines are made using a drywall template. Curved profiles are fixed using the standard method. The space between the columns defines the niche for the TV shelf. The frame for the shelf is assembled in a standard way, the only thing when the shelf is "recessed" into the niche, it should be supported from below by vertical posts.

Niche trim and trim

There is no specification separate from other works in the cladding. as in other designs.

Option for finishing a niche for a TV

After plasterboarding, fiberglass reinforcement should be applied at the corners and borders. After or, craftsmen and designers strongly recommend covering the shelf with thin glass. The video shows a step-by-step process for assembling and finishing a drywall niche for a TV.

Registration

After installation and lining of the frame, they begin to install the lighting fixtures. In addition, many craftsmen use a more practical and durable LED strip. With its help, you can make not only muted backlighting, but also combine colors. A niche for a plasterboard TV with such illumination will make the interior of the room more interesting and comfortable.

Spotlights can be placed above additional shelves, where, for example, there are speakers or discs.

The lighting will look interesting from the bottom up - the lighting fixtures are located at the bottom. There are different ideas for installing lighting fixtures that create harmony of light.

A variant of the design and design of a niche for a TV with LED backlight

A drywall niche for a TV should be painted in a light tone (the wallpaper should be lighter in shade than the main one). An interesting design option is finishing a niche with a stone, but this is if the room has a niche underneath, which is decorated in the same way. The peculiarity of this finish is to give the interior naturalness and rigor. In a number of design solutions, a corner niche for a small TV is made in a small room.

Not everyone likes free-standing large-sized typical furniture, and built-in wardrobes and niches are ideally adjusted to the size of the room or made for specific interior items. A plasterboard niche for a TV is very common among such designs.

For such a TV disguise, you can choose one of two design options:

The TV is located in a niche on a smoothly wired wall. This wall contains built-in wardrobes, drawers and other niches.

Stylistically important is the location of the wall elements relative to the central axis:

A symmetrical arrangement of shelves and doors will be required for a room decorated in a classic style. According to the law of equilibrium of the composition, symmetry corresponds to the static state of the overall picture, therefore it is preferable in the bedroom and resting places;
Asymmetry is suitable for modern style, minimalism, hi-tech. It would be more appropriate to use it in cramped rooms for the purpose of ergonomics, especially if it is more convenient to place the TV not in the center of the wall or the wall is no longer symmetrical (because of the door, for example). Suitable more for combined and zoned rooms: kitchen-living room, teenager's room.

We develop a sketch

First, it is better to sketch out an approximate general view, then gradually verify and edit:

The main thing is a traced metal frame of a drywall construction. Here you need to take into account all the horizontal and vertical lines, think over the location of the profiles carrying the greatest load, as well as reinforcing bridges.
Add wiring changes to the sketch: transfer of sockets, hidden wires, lighting circuit.
Figure out how to cut drywall sheets more economically, draw the main lines.

Already at the stage of working on the sketch, you need to decide on the finish. After all, some finishing materials have their own thickness, and it must be laid down in the drawing. For example, for ceramic tiles (including artificial stone) 4-9 cm, and for a layer of tile glue the same amount.

Tools and materials

Any do-it-yourself installation work includes the preparation of construction and lining materials:

Metal profiles Needed to create a rigid frame - the foundation of a future niche or shelf. Regardless of the shape of the future structure, two types of profiles are used - guides (28 × 27) and rack (60 × 27). To them - self-tapping screws for metal 14 - 16 mm. You may need another type of profile, for example, an arched one. It is used if the design of the future shelf includes curly bends. A perforated metal and arched plastic corner is required to give the correct geometry to the outer corners of the shelf.
Drywall sheets - the main material from which the structure will be mounted. In order to assemble such a box, even a ceiling gypsum board with the desired properties and optimal size is enough. Special self-tapping screws with a countersunk head are used as fasteners.
Dowel-nails. The frame of the future structure must be a reliable solid foundation, therefore, the fastening of the guide profiles must be of high quality. For this, dowels are used, which are necessary when attaching the metal frame to brick and concrete walls.
Electrician. Plasterboard constructions, with the help of which the interior of the house is equipped, rarely do without installing sockets or lighting. A design project often includes decorative or functional elements, for the creation of which electrical wires, sockets, switches, lamps are required.
Finishing materials. Do-it-yourself rough finishing of drywall structures is not complete without processing with special compounds and leveling the structure. For these purposes, you will need a primer and putty, the type of which is determined by the decorative finish option.

The design of the TV shelf is determined by its shape, which is formed at the initial stage, as well as the appearance that the finishing already gives. Depending on the purpose of the structure, it can be finished with mosaics, tiles, paint, plaster or wallpaper. You can often see original designs from gypsum plasterboard and combined finishes.

A box or niche made of plasterboard for a TV is most often painted or pasted over with wallpaper.

The tool for working with drywall includes a mandatory set consisting of a drill or perforator, a screwdriver, a knife for cutting gypsum board or a jigsaw, a cutter, metal scissors, a measuring tape, a building level and an assembly pencil, a grinder, hangers, sandpaper, spatulas and mixer.

Niche installation

Any installation of a niche or drywall shelf with your own hands begins with a sketch or a detailed drawing. Such a maneuver helps to determine the design of the structure and correctly calculate the amount of building materials.

The further manufacturing process is as follows:

First, the markup. Lines are applied to the wall, ceiling and floor along which metal profiles will be laid.
Guide profiles are attached along the horizontal markings. Rack mounts are screwed to them, which will have all the load and drywall will be attached. Sometimes the crate for drywall is made of wood in whole or in part. Wooden blocks may just be needed as load-bearing racks.
If the wall with a niche for the TV will consist of plasterboard boxes located one above the other, then they need to be built alternately from bottom to top.
Now the finished frame needs to be sheathed with plasterboard. Drywall is cut with an ordinary wallpaper knife or jigsaw after careful measurements. A layer of cardboard is cut from one side, then the plate breaks along the cut line, the cardboard is cut along the break line from the other side. Sometimes a sheet of drywall is first attached to the frame from the joint and only after that is cut off, so it turns out faster and more accurately.
Drywall is attached to the frame first from the sides and only then from the front side. The joints of drywall sheets should be located exactly in the middle of the profiles so that they do not hang anywhere in the air without support on the frame.
Self-tapping screws are screwed into drywall every 10 - 15 cm. The hats should not stick out, they need to be drowned a little, carefully, without breaking the drywall.
After the entire frame is sewn up, the joints and self-tapping screws are putty, sanded and primed. When applying putty, it is better to use a reinforcing tape.

Finishing

Wallpaper is the simplest and cheapest option. If you paste over the niche in the same way as the rest of the room, then it will merge with the interior as much as possible and the masking function will be fully performed. If it is in the style of the interior, then you can choose a contrasting color.
Painting requires a very careful and accurate filler. The surface of the drywall can be textured using a special spatula. Painting has the same decorative function as wallpaper.
Artificial stone requires the most effort and time. The tile needs to be trimmed. In small volumes. This is usually done with the help of a grinder, you will need to be able to handle it. To avoid dirt and dust while mixing the tile adhesive, it will be easier to use liquid nails.
Polyurethane is a wonderful modern finishing material. Foam moldings look like stucco moldings, they come in all kinds of shapes. Polyurethane is painted or covered with gold foil. Decorated with these materials, a niche for a TV will harmoniously fit into the classic interior of a living room or hall.

Building a niche for a drywall TV with your own hands is not only an updated interior of the living room of your home and an interesting experience, but also a significant saving for the family budget.

The construction of individual houses and apartments is increasing every year. Consequently, a person is faced with the problem of acquiring furniture that is different for each room (kitchen, bedroom, living room, etc.). The furniture industry is a fairly conservative system. Having mastered the technology of making a sofa or a wall and investing certain funds, the owner, therefore, requires a return of money with a profit in a time favorable to him.

Decoration and design of a plaster wall for a TV

Typically, the return on investment is two years. To have custom furniture you need to apply. Interior designers have received a versatile building material.

The construction of plasterboard furniture on a metal frame will be functionally adapted to the installation of a TV set with the necessary equipment. If you set a goal. Create a new interior of the room separated by this partition. Wood and glass with different textures can be used to decorate the TV wall.

To create a plasterboard wall for a TV, you need to complete a design project. Specify the dimensions of the protrusions and recesses.

Sheath-ready TV wall frame

Measure the radii and angles of the curved parts of the shelves. Prepare texture references for plasterboard surfaces. Fixing points of profiles to the main wall, if necessary. Having determined all the nodes in the project, they begin to breakdown in place of the future wall using measuring tools.
Necessary materials:

Required tools:

construction perforator and special drills for concrete, brick and wood;
or ;
screwdriver or drill;
and scissors or a hacksaw for metal;
sandpaper for various purposes, spatula, etc.

A variant of the design of the frame of the plasterboard wall for the TV

The assembly of the frame of metal structures is carried out in several stages:

Frame sheathing

We start working with gypsum plasterboard sheets with the selection of the necessary fasteners:

Plasterboard wall cladding process

Having the required dimensions, on the elements of the facade of the wall. To save money, cut lines are preliminarily applied to a sheet of large elements and then small parts are placed between them. After making sure that the surface is used to the maximum, cut each part with a hacksaw or knife.

Plasterboard TV wall

A step-by-step process of making a plasterboard TV wall

The frame is sheathed with ready-made elements from the gypsum board. The sheets are fastened with self-tapping screws with a washer to the frame, slightly recessed into cardboard. Fastenings are performed with a step between them of 20-25 cm. After finishing the frame sheathing, they begin to finish the finished wall.

Finishing the finished wall

Wall decoration is performed in several stages:

Construction finishing.
Interior decoration of the TV wall.

Construction finishing

At the joints to strengthen the joining of the sheets. The outer corner surfaces are reinforced with perforated corners. Finished and primed drywall surfaces are leveled with Uniflot putty. Irregularities from self-tapping screws, joints and mechanical damage are eliminated using a spatula.

Plasterboard wall filling process

After the putty has dried, the surface of the TV wall is treated with a putty for the surface of the Multifinish sheets. Having leveled and dried the putty, the walls proceed to decorative finishing.

Interior decoration of the TV wall

The TV wall cannot be the same in the bedroom and in the living room. Each room has an interior design. If you do not change the interior of the room, then the wall should be an integral part of the room.

An example of the design of a plasterboard wall for the interior of the room

If we consider that drywall is a universal material for using various types of finishes, then it is necessary to determine the style and color of the TV, since the wall is for the TV, and not vice versa. Next, you need to decide on the lighting and local spot lighting of various decorative elements, photographs and indoor plants.

Wall decoration in the living room

Having decided on the place of the TV in the interior, it is necessary to prevent the presence of a number of elements that distract the viewer from watching programs. The shelves should be with doors, the color of the coatings is calm, not coarse, not saturated.

Design options for a plasterboard wall in the living room

The niche for the TV in the living room should be interesting. Perhaps the use of water-based paint, wallpaper, fabrics and various and stucco. The main thing is that the wall does not conflict, but complements the interior of the living room.

Having finished with the wall decoration, it is necessary to develop a lighting design for the entire living room. Install plasterboard walls for TV accent and for a better perception at night and in the evening.

Wall decoration in the bedroom

The interior design of the bedroom, in principle, does not differ from the design of the living room. Additionally, the age of the inhabitants of this room is taken into account. Let's conditionally divide into the following categories:

If the decoration in the living room should be universal for all ages, then in the bedroom it is necessary to approach individually to the inhabitant of the room.

Typically, bedrooms are designed and built smaller than the living room. And one side is used for window openings, and the other with the entrance door, as a result, the smaller side of the bedroom is suitable for the wall.

Consequently, the plasterboard wall for the TV will be much smaller than in the living room and hall.

Option for decorating a wall for a TV on the attic floor

Design a niche for the screen, at the bottom or sides of the stereo speaker and next to discs and a VCR or satellite dish receiver. For finishing colors, it is advisable to use soft, pastel shades and unobtrusive light. In the lighting design of the bedroom, use light in the format of spotlights, or garlands.

Options for lighting in a TV niche

Lighting shades are warm white. Cool white gives harsh shadows. Use existing fixtures and fittings to illuminate the entire bedroom. The video shows the process of assembling a TV wall.

The layout of the interior can make you nervous: suddenly it turns out that there is nowhere to put the TV ... But this is not such a problem - the electronic device will perfectly fit into the environment if you create a niche of drywall for it.

Why a niche is needed for TV

Today, a TV box the size of a box is a forgotten past. It is not on sale, and only a few have kept such a huge electronic device at home. There is no need to fit shelves or bedside tables for TVs with thin plasma and LCD screens, because they have mounts that allow you to fix the screen to the wall or hide it in a niche.

A drywall niche is a great place to install a thin TV

It is important that the thin plasma is inside the wall, without protruding a centimeter forward. True, it is not so easy to equip an ordinary wall for such an arrangement of an LCD TV. The walls have different thicknesses - some are very thick, while others are thin.

You won't have to suffer with creating a depression in the wall if you arm yourself with drywall. A niche in this building material will make the interior original.

Advantages of placing TV in a box

Tucked into a drywall niche, the TV will not seem like a foreign object, it will completely harmonize with the decor in the room;
On the shelves of the niche, you can place not only an LCD panel, but also books, a player and discs, and other design elements;
Thanks to the niche, the TV will be protected from accidental grazing, which means it will not budge or be damaged;
The speakers can be removed into the manufactured niche so that they are also completely safe, for example, from the pens of small children;
The equipment from the TV (wires and cable) in the plasterboard niche will be completely hidden from view;
Lighting devices can be built into the created recess, which will significantly decorate the room and make it brighter;
The niche looks like an expensive interior decoration, although it doesn't take much money to make it.

Types of plasterboard structures

If the owners of an apartment take up the creation of a niche, then they consider three options for its shape. The design can be rectangular horizontal, rectangular vertical or oval. Sometimes it is possible to combine several types in one niche.

Types of plasterboard niches:

Usually, preference is given to a rectangular horizontal plasterboard niche. In it it will turn out to ideally position a thin screen and make a couple of shelves for additional things.

This niche is created without shelves, but backlit

A rectangular horizontal niche is a good solution for decorating both large and small rooms. If you create such a niche in a room of short size, you will be able to make it visually more spacious.

Rectangular vertical niches are unique in that they take up wall space from flooring to ceiling. The TV is certainly installed in the middle of such structures, and next to it, space is left for additional equipment that decorates the interior of elements, books or paintings.

This niche has an unusual curved shape.

A rectangular vertical niche will visually increase the space above your head. Therefore, it is better to build this structure in a room with very wide walls.

Very rarely they resort to making an oval niche, since it has a complex manufacturing technology. But it is much more interesting than a simple rectangular design. True, the owners of small rooms can only dream of a niche of a non-standard type, since it optically reduces the surrounding space.

The oval niche is ideal for rooms with a large area and high ceilings.

Oval niche goes well with a round ceiling and a spherical chandelier

What you need to make your own hands

To create a drywall niche and later not doubt its aesthetics and reliability, you need to have all the materials at hand:

Aluminum profiles discontinued under the designations CW and UW. The first mark indicates that the profile can be attached to the wall and ceiling. And the second indicates that the profile can be used as a load-bearing element for fixing drywall panels;
Wooden beams, necessary to create the foundation of the structure;
Plasterboard panels 12.5 mm thick;
Connectors for metal profiles;
Packing with dowels and screws.

When planning to create an arched drywall niche, you need to purchase an arched profile and drywall sheets of such a thickness that they can bend.

Of the tools during work will come in handy:

Drill on which you can change the speed;
Screwdriver and screwdriver;
Hacksaw for metal and power tools for processing profiles;
Construction knife and planer for cutting and smoothing drywall panels;
Measuring instruments (tape measure, cord, building level and plumb line).

What needs to be considered for the calculations to be correct

Before starting work, you need to sketch a drawing of the future structure on paper. From the drawing it will be clear which shelves and where will be made. In it, it is important to designate all the dimensions of the niche, which are calculated based on the parameters of the plasma TV.
The depth of the recess is necessarily equal to the length of the TV, otherwise it will protrude beyond the edges of the drywall, and all the work will be done in vain. If you plan to make an outlet behind the TV, then this size must be increased, because in the niche you will have to hide the wires.
The niche should be 20 cm wider than the TV, because it is customary to leave a small distance on the sides of the plasma screen. Such gaps between the plasterboard wall and the TV screen are necessary so that you can stick your hands in them to connect or dismantle the TV.

There are no strict limits for all other sizes. The only thing is that each line in the drawing should be drawn straight. Therefore, when applying the markings on the wall, you need to use the building level. They begin to draw exclusively from the center of the wall.

The drawing shows the dimensions of the TV niche and the shelves at the top

A block of outlets for speakers and other additional equipment is usually located at the bottom. Most of the wires can be removed behind the TV. If this option does not suit you, the wires are brought to the TV directly along the wall, having previously hollowed out the channel with a puncher. Then the wires embedded in it are masked with putty.

Installation of plasterboard construction

Stages of creating a niche:

First of all, the UD profiles are fixed on the wall exactly according to the marked markings using self-tapping screws. CD profiles are vertically inserted into them; It is important to install each CD profile 0.6 meters from the other. They will not loosen if you fix them on the wall using U-shaped mounts.
On the sides of the niche, the CD profiles must no longer be fastened vertically, but horizontally. After assembling the frame, a TV cable and an electric wire for the backlight are laid on the wall;
It is possible that other fastening methods may be needed when assembling the frame.
Now you can go to the frame skin. First, the drywall sheets are cut into pieces in accordance with the required dimensions. The finished pieces are applied to the metal frame.
Stages of creating a niche: construction of the frame, plasterboard sheathing and finishing the walls with putty
The edges of the drywall pieces should not protrude beyond the profile. One piece should be in close contact with the other. Excess millimeters of material should be removed with a clerical knife;
Pieces of material are screwed to the frame with self-tapping screws, whose heads should "sink" in the material so that later they would not be visible under a layer of putty;
Having sheathed the frame with plasterboard, you can carry out finishing work:
- It is important to putty all the seams between the pieces of material and stick serpyanka strips on them. When the putty at the drywall joints dries, it will need to be smoothed with sandpaper;
- Then a primer is applied to the drywall;
- As soon as the primer is dry, the entire surface of the niche is covered with a thin layer of putty, leveling out small pits;

Recently, many have been trying to hide equipment, mainly television, in the area of the wall. For this, drywall is most often used, which has conquered the construction market.

By creating a drywall niche, you can get an attractive and fashionable appearance, as well as add volume to the room. This is especially true in rooms made in one color: monochrome. Arranging a room with gypsum plasterboard does not require large costs and efforts. Not only is this material easy to work with, it is also strong enough to provide safety for machinery. Often, drywall is used to create partitions and additional walls in the room.

A plasterboard niche for a TV will give the house a coziness, and will also become a "highlight" in the interior.

Advantages and disadvantages

Before deciding to create a drywall niche for a TV, you must take into account all the pros and cons of this decision.

The following advantages of these products can be distinguished:

ease of manufacture;
it is possible to hide wires that spoil the overall picture of the interior;
the TV is safe: no one can accidentally touch it or perform any action that will negatively affect its work;
the design helps to hide the unevenness of the walls;
savings: no need to spend additional funds on TV stands and drawers or shelves;
you can create designs of various shapes and sizes. It all depends on individual preferences.

Disadvantages:

if, over time, a decision is made to replace the TV with a larger one, then the niche may not fit, and you will have to redo it.
in case of rearrangement of furniture, the niche will remain in its place. In such a situation, dismantling will be required.

There are not many disadvantages. Re-erection of such a structure, if necessary, does not take much time and effort. First of all, you need to rely on personal preferences and capabilities.

Varieties

Niches can be completely different. The modern interior is distinguished by sometimes incredible design solutions.

It is necessary to avoid two-dimensionality, flatness when decorating rooms. Even a thin LCD TV attached to a wall will not add volume to a room. Often there is a feeling of discomfort due to the unsafe location of the equipment. In this case, special niches are used.

Additionally, shelves are made of plasterboard, serving as a place for storing discs, books, magazines and other things. Shelves can be closed or open. The second option is more decorative.

Backlit elements are also made. Built-in lamps are installed separately on each shelf or along the entire perimeter of the structure. Thus, it serves not only as a decorative element, but also as an additional illumination, which is used as a lamp or night light.

Such a portal can be decorated with a chest of drawers on which there is a frame. It can also fit a TV wall.

Sometimes this design is corner, equipped with an area for storing things.

Shapes and sizes

There are several forms of drywall TV niches. They are oval, horizontal and vertical. Below we will consider each in more detail.

Rectangular. Often this type is called horizontal. It is a fairly popular design option used in the interior. This is due to the fact that you can additionally place several shelves for storing and organizing space. This option is also popular because a niche of this shape is perfect for both a small room and a large one. The rectangular niche is simple to design and does not require special knowledge and skills. You can easily build it yourself.

Vertical. Most often, this design takes place from floor to ceiling. The TV itself is installed in the center, and the rest of the space is occupied by numerous shelves and drawers. This option is not the most popular, because it can only be used in large rooms.

Oval niche. It is an original solution. Suitable for large rooms only. The TV is placed in the center of the circle, which gives the room a stylish and modern look.

No matter what shape and size is a niche for a TV, you should not highlight it with a dark color. It is best to use light shades. This way, the room will not feel like a hole in the wall. You can choose a shade two or three shades darker than the walls. This will make the room look more voluminous.

The size of the niche can vary. It all depends on its purpose, as well as the size of the TV. The main thing about size is depth. As a rule, it should be 100 mm larger than the size of the TV in each direction. This is due to the fact that it will be easier to install this way, and it will visually look better.

Before you start making a product with your own hands, you need to make all the necessary drawings and cut out parts, figures from the gypsum board. In the hall, you can make a high-tech niche, and in the kitchen - in a classic one.

How to register?

The design should be approached creatively and in every possible way think about what you want to see in the room as a result. As a rule, the main feature offered by the TV niche is to hide the wires. But there are ways to stylishly design a structure that will give zest and style to the room.

Vertical niche. Mainly used for the visual effect of high ceilings. The rest of the space is shelves that can be placed all over the wall. The TV in this case is in the middle.

Horizontal niche. It is used in any room, regardless of its size. Visually, this shape expands the room. Especially if you combine it with low furniture.
Plasterboard construction. It resembles an additional wall with massive shelves and a place for a TV. Typically, the shelves are open and used for decoration. For example, various figurines, flowers, photographs and other little things are installed that will simply delight the eye.

Using backlighting. This method is quite original and allows you to create a romantic atmosphere in the evening. This solution can be used as additional lighting. It is worth noting that the backlighting will be beneficial and beautiful to highlight the items on the shelves. It is important to understand that the light should be directed at the wall or floor, but never at the room. Thus, he will not blind, but will smoothly "creep" around the room. As an unusual design solution, neon multi-colored threads can be used. This will transform the room at night. But if you need a more comfortable shade, choose a warm white, which is considered familiar to the eye. Thanks to the yellowish undertone, a relaxed and homely atmosphere is created, which is indispensable after a hard day at work, when a person wants to relax. If imitation of daylight is needed, then a white lamp with a cold undertone is used for this purpose. In this case, the colors of the objects are not distorted, but the eyes do not completely rest.

Niches are often built that are similar to a wardrobe... The TV in this case is located behind a sliding door.

A decorative fireplace can also be installed under the TV, which does not perform any function other than decorative. You can also install an electric fireplace, but it's worth taking care of safety precautions.

For decoration, finishing materials are often used, which are selected depending on preferences. As a rule, the niche is covered with plaster, wall paper or paint. Decorative brick, stone, glass or wood can be used.

Wallpaper. They are the cheapest finishing option. Often, for a niche, they use the same wallpaper with which the room is pasted over. In this case, the TV completely merges with the rest of the interior and is masked.
Dye. Before using it, putty is required. Thus, the desired texture is given to the drywall. In this case, staining a niche is more of a decorative function.
Stone. As a rule, only artificial is used. It is quite easy to handle and lightweight. The main wall on which the TV is mounted is finished with a stone. This solution adds even more volume to the space.

Darker details add depth and a bolder look. But it is advisable not to overdo it with such shades. Otherwise, it can spoil the overall impression of the room. The main thing is the combination of elements with each other. Each element in the interior must be combined with each other. Only in this case it will be possible to create a stylish room.

You should know that the niche will become an integral part of the interior. Therefore, its design should be approached seriously and creatively. It is important to understand that the TV will be at the center of everything. That is why you should avoid too bright and colorful details. Otherwise, the image on the TV screen will blend in with the main wall.

If a niche for a TV is installed in the bedroom, then you should choose warm, gentle and light colors for decoration. This will not feel the congestion of space. As a rule, a small room is allocated for a bedroom. That is why you should make a niche of medium or even small size. In this case, a couple of shelves will be enough as additional storage space.

The symmetrical shape of the TV niche shelves will perfectly match the classic interior. This design option is ideal for a bedroom.

The asymmetrical shape of the shelves is perfect for the Art Nouveau style in the interior. But this applies only to those cases when all the elements in the room are designed in the same style. This option is suitable for large combined rooms. It is most in demand in studio apartments, where there is enough free space for the implementation of bold design solutions.