How to Choose a TV Unit for an Alcove in a UK Living Room

A chimney breast alcove is one of the most common places for a television in a UK home, but getting the proportions right takes a little planning. The recess is usually narrower than it looks, the walls rarely perfectly square and the depth limited by the chimney breast itself. A good fit means accurate measurements, a finish that suits the room and storage that actually matches the way you live with the screen. In this guide we walk through how to measure the space properly, what to think about for cables and ventilation, how to balance style against the architecture of the room and when a corner unit makes more sense than a straight one. There is also a short FAQ at the end covering the most common questions on depth, height and proportion when fitting a television unit into a typical alcove setting....