Hiding a Flat Planel
Sunday, May 9th, 2010For many families, the television has become the focal point in the family room or home theater room. This usually means the TV takes up a generous amount of space and is what much of the furniture and lighting is designed around. But that looks rather unnatural when the TV is turned off.
There are a number of different ways to hide a flat panel TV as soon as it is not being used by joining the feature into the overall home theater room design. A number of designers use a static image to display a piece of art or favorite family picture. Others use extensive mounting units and screens to cover the TV when it is not being used. A professionally organized theater system can join any goal you have to make the room attractive both when in use as well as when not.
Below are a number of display options obtainable for home owners as they decide how they want their flat panel TV to be hidden when not in use.
Screensaver Displays
Considering many LCD TVs are simple displays like those used by computer users, they can be placed to display art and photos when they are not in use. Using a screensaver unfortunately, requires the TV to be on so it is not recommended for long periods of time. It is best for use during entertaining purposes.
Personalized Art Covers
Custom art overlay options are becoming more common. A specific art peice can be made to be mounted over the screen when homeowners are not using the TV. This is an inexpensive solution that does not require any new wiring or customized mounting.
Many homeowners prefer to hang their flat panel TVs above the fireplace. For a traditional use, a wooden frame can be installed around it, therefore turning your television into a mantel piece. Professional installers can also design an automated system that slides a screen cover over the flat panel.
Other Considerations
Most home theaters do not contain the TV alone. Mounted televisions are more difficult to unite into an entertainment system since all the needed connections need to be run through walls. Wireless technology for these applications is improving but is not yet perfected.
Custom home theater installers can offer advice on the best way to arrange DVD players and receivers to match the delicate look of a hidden flat panel television.
Choosing the suitable option to hide a LCD TV into a room’s design can be trying. The size and shape of walls or the way they are built can limit your installation options. Place the television in the appropriate spot for viewing, and then start bearing in mind installation options.