TV Stands and Entertainment Units for Every Living Room
Your TV deserves a proper home. The right TV stand or entertainment unit brings everything together, from your screen and components to the look of the entire room. At Dufresne, we offer everything from compact TV stands for smaller spaces to full entertainment centres with built-in electric fireplaces.
What Type Is Right for You?
TV stands are the straightforward choice. They hold your screen at the right height, keep your media components organized, and come in styles that suit everything from a contemporary condo to a farmhouse family room. If you want something that spans more wall space and offers extra storage, an entertainment unit gives you shelving, cabinets, and a more built-in look. For open-concept spaces where the living room does double duty, an entertainment centre with fireplace adds function and ambiance. These electric fireplace TV stands are a popular choice in Canadian homes since they provide supplemental heat and a cozy focal point, with no venting or gas lines required. Corner TV stands are worth considering if you’re working with an awkward layout or want to anchor a diagonal seating arrangement. Floating media consoles mount directly to the wall to keep the floor clear and the room feeling open. For spaces that need maximum display and storage, a pier unit features tall side cabinets flanking a central media area.
How to Choose a TV Stand
The most common question is how wide a TV stand should be. The standard rule is to choose a stand that is wider than your TV by at least a few inches on each side. For a 65-inch television, the screen itself measures roughly 57 inches wide, so a stand in the 63 to 72-inch range gives you the right clearance and visual balance. Height matters too. The centre of your screen should sit at or just below your eye level when you are seated, which for most households means a stand between 24 and 30 inches tall. Also check the weight capacity and make sure there’s enough depth for components like a cable box, gaming console, or receiver.
Electric fireplace TV stands are specifically engineered to hold a television safely above the firebox, with proper ventilation built in. Most standard models provide supplemental heat for up to 400 square feet, and the flame effect runs independently of the heater.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a TV stand and an entertainment unit? A TV stand is a compact piece designed to support your television at the right viewing height, typically with a shelf or two for components. An entertainment unit, also called an entertainment centre or media console, is a larger system designed to span a significant portion of the wall, with additional cabinetry and open shelving throughout.
How wide should a TV stand be? Your stand should be wider than your television by at least a few inches on each side. For a 65-inch TV, a stand in the 63 to 72-inch range gives you proper clearance and a balanced, proportional look.
What height should a TV stand be? The ideal height puts the middle of your screen at eye level when you are seated. For most households, a stand between 24 and 30 inches works well, though the best height depends on your TV size and how your seating is positioned.
Do electric fireplace TV stands give off heat? Yes. Most electric fireplace TV stands provide supplemental heat for spaces up to 400 square feet, making them a practical choice during a Canadian winter. The flame effect runs independently of the heat, so you can enjoy the ambiance year-round without warming the room.
Pair your new TV stand with seating that ties the whole space together. Our sofas and sectionals are a great place to start.
Visit your nearest Dufresne location in Manitoba, Ontario, or Saskatchewan to see our full selection in person, or shop online at dufresne.ca.