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Choose a unit wider than the television, ideally by 10–20 cm on each side, so the screen does not look top-heavy. A 55-inch television is about 123 cm wide, so look at units of 140 cm or more; a 65-inch, at roughly 145 cm, suits units of 160 cm and above. Check the screen's stand or feet fit the top's depth too.

The middle of the screen should sit close to seated eye level, about 100–110 cm from the floor. With most sofas, that means a unit 40–60 cm high. Low media units suit large screens and wall-mounted televisions, while taller units suit smaller screens or rooms where you mostly watch from a distance.

Ventilation through open shelves or perforated doors, a cable cut-out in the back panel, and shelves at least 35–40 cm deep for larger consoles. Glass, cane or mesh doors keep equipment tidy while still letting remote signals through. Check the internal shelf height too, as some consoles stand upright. Plan where the extension lead will sit so cables stay off the floor.

They should be, especially in homes with children. Safety organisations advise anchoring both televisions and furniture to prevent tip-overs. Use the wall strap supplied, fix it into the wall with suitable plugs or into a stud, and check the unit's maximum load against your television's weight before setting it up.

Wall-hung units look sleek, clear the floor for cleaning and suit compact rooms, but they need a sound wall, the right fixings and a little planning for cables. Freestanding units are easier to install, simple to move and the better choice if you rent or expect to rearrange the room.

Yes, and in some rooms it frees up the longest wall for the sofa. Corner units are triangular or angled to fit the space, while a standard unit can sit diagonally if the room allows. Check that the viewing distance and angle work from the main seats, and that the corner is not opposite a window that will cause glare.

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