The best TV stands for 55 inch televisions are wider than the screen itself, rated comfortably above the weight of the TV, and low enough to put the centre of the picture near seated eye level. A 55 inch screen is roughly 122cm wide before you add the frame, so a stand of around 130cm to 160cm wide gives balanced proportions and room either side. Our range of modern TV stands UK<\/a> lists the width, depth and height of every design so you can match it to your screen, and this guide explains how to choose well wherever you buy.<\/p>\n A 55 inch set sits in the middle of today’s television sizes. It is large enough to feel cinematic in a typical British living room, yet small enough that it does not dominate a modest space. That middle position means you have plenty of choice in stands, but also that it is easy to pick something slightly too small, too tall or too shallow. The details below help you avoid those mistakes, and our wider living room furniture UK sale<\/a> range shows how a stand fits alongside the rest of the room.<\/p>\n Many modern televisions stand on two feet set close to the outer edges of the screen rather than on a central pedestal. That means the stand top must be at least as wide as the distance between those feet, and deep enough for them to sit fully on the surface. Measure the footprint of your television from the manual or by hand before you shop. A stand that is a little wider than the screen also looks more settled and leaves space for a lamp, plant or speaker.<\/p>\n Every good stand lists a maximum load. Compare it with the weight of your television, which you will find in the manual or on the manufacturer’s listing, then add any soundbar, console or decoration. Aim for a rating with a sensible margin rather than one that only just covers the total.<\/p>\n For a screen of this size, a stand made from dense MDF, solid wood or a sturdy metal frame with tempered glass shelves is a safe choice. Lighter particleboard stands can be fine for smaller sets but should be checked carefully at 55 inches, particularly if they have long unsupported shelves. A central divider or support under the top stops sagging across a wide span.<\/p>\n The centre of a 55 inch screen sits roughly 34cm above the bottom edge of the picture, plus the height of the TV feet. For most sofas, a stand between about 40cm and 55cm high puts the picture close to eye level. Taller stands suit bar height seating or a bedroom where you watch from bed.<\/p>\n A depth of around 35cm to 45cm suits most televisions and devices. Look for cable holes in the back panel and an open shelf or ventilated compartment for anything that runs warm. Good cable management makes a 55 inch setup look much tidier, because the larger screen draws the eye to everything around it.<\/p>\n Lacquered gloss, quality veneer and hard wearing wood effect finishes all suit this size of stand. Drawers should run on metal runners and doors should be adjustable. Small details such as soft close hinges and levelling feet show that a stand has been well specified.<\/p>\n In many British living rooms the television wall is also the wall with a chimney breast, an alcove or a radiator. Measure the whole wall, not just the space you have in mind, and note where sockets and aerial points sit. A stand that blocks a radiator will trap heat and can affect both the furniture and your electronics. Leave a comfortable walkway in front of the stand, particularly if it sits near a door. A deeper stand can make a narrow room feel cramped, while a slightly shallower one paired with a wall bracket keeps the floor clear.<\/p>\n In a showroom, measure the top with a tape, press down firmly at the centre and look underneath for supports. Online, check the full dimensions, the stated maximum load, the materials and whether the top is one piece or several. A product page that gives all of these details makes it easy to confirm a match with your television.<\/p>\n All of the main retailer types sell stands that will take a 55 inch set. The difference lies in how clearly they describe size and load, and in how they deliver and support the product. The table compares them on matching criteria.<\/p>\nWhat Makes a TV Stand Good Quality for a 55 Inch Screen?<\/h3>\n
Width and the position of the feet<\/h3>\n
Load rating<\/h3>\n
Materials and rigidity<\/h3>\n
Height and viewing comfort<\/h3>\n
Depth and cable management<\/h3>\n
Finish and hardware<\/h3>\n
Room fit and walkways<\/h3>\n
How to check in a showroom or online<\/h3>\n
The Best Places to Buy a TV Stand for a 55 Inch TV in the UK<\/h3>\n
| Retailer type<\/th>\n | Price range<\/th>\n | Build quality<\/th>\n | Choice and range<\/th>\n | Delivery<\/th>\n | Assembly<\/th>\n | Returns<\/th>\n | Aftercare and warranty<\/th>\n | Who it suits best<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online furniture specialists<\/td>\n | Budget to mid range<\/td>\n | Good, load ratings usually listed<\/td>\n | Wide choice of widths<\/td>\n | Often included<\/td>\n | Varies<\/td>\n | Clear written terms<\/td>\n | Customer service team<\/td>\n | Buyers matching a stand to exact measurements<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| High street furniture chains<\/td>\n | Mid range<\/td>\n | Reliable<\/td>\n | Moderate<\/td>\n | Usually charged<\/td>\n | Paid option<\/td>\n | Store policy<\/td>\n | In store support<\/td>\n | People who want to measure in person<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Department stores<\/td>\n | Mid range to premium<\/td>\n | Good<\/td>\n | Limited<\/td>\n | Usually charged<\/td>\n | Sometimes included<\/td>\n | Generous<\/td>\n | Strong<\/td>\n | Service focused buyers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Online marketplaces<\/td>\n | Very low to mid range<\/td>\n | Variable, sizes sometimes unclear<\/td>\n | Huge<\/td>\n | Seller dependent<\/td>\n | Self assembly<\/td>\n | Seller dependent<\/td>\n | Inconsistent<\/td>\n | Confident buyers who check specifications<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Flat pack specialists<\/td>\n | Budget<\/td>\n | Fair<\/td>\n | Moderate<\/td>\n | Charged or collection<\/td>\n | Self assembly<\/td>\n | Simple<\/td>\n | Basic<\/td>\n | Tight budgets<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Independent makers<\/td>\n | Premium<\/td>\n | Excellent<\/td>\n | Made to measure<\/td>\n | Arranged<\/td>\n | Delivered built<\/td>\n | Limited<\/td>\n | Long<\/td>\n | Alcoves and awkward walls<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Premium designer showrooms<\/td>\n | Premium<\/td>\n | Very good<\/td>\n | Small<\/td>\n | White glove<\/td>\n | Included<\/td>\n | Restricted<\/td>\n | Good<\/td>\n | Design led schemes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Second hand and vintage sellers<\/td>\n | Very low<\/td>\n | Variable<\/td>\n | Often too small for modern screens<\/td>\n | Collection<\/td>\n | Built<\/td>\n | Rare<\/td>\n | None<\/td>\n | Buyers with time to search<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n For a 55 inch television, the most important thing a retailer can offer is clear, accurate dimensions and a stated load. Online specialists and high street chains are generally reliable here. Marketplaces can offer low prices, but some listings give only rough sizes, which is risky when your television feet need a specific width. Older second hand pieces were often designed for deeper but narrower televisions and may not suit modern screens.<\/p>\n Delivery and assembly also matter more at this size. A wider stand usually arrives in longer boxes, so check access to your room. If you plan to mount the television on the wall instead, a slimmer, lower unit can be placed underneath for media boxes and a soundbar.<\/p>\n A practical tip before buying from any retailer: mark the outline of the stand on the floor with masking tape, then place a piece of card the size of your screen above it against the wall. Leave it for a day. You will quickly see whether the proportions feel right, whether doors and walkways are clear and whether the height works from your usual seat. It is a simple way to avoid ordering a stand that looks fine on a product page but feels wrong in the room.<\/p>\n How Much Should You Spend on a Stand for a 55 Inch TV?<\/h3>\nThe broad UK price bands below are a general guide and can shift during sales.<\/p>\n Budget, roughly under \u00a3150.<\/strong> There are suitable stands in this band, usually simpler designs in wood effect, solid pine or glass with a metal frame. Check the width and load rating with particular care at this level.<\/p>\n Mid range, roughly \u00a3150 to \u00a3500.<\/strong> Most people buying for a 55 inch screen will find the best fit here. Expect wider tops, denser boards, drawers on metal runners, LED lighting and finishes such as high gloss or veneer.<\/p>\n Premium, roughly \u00a3500 and above.<\/strong> Larger entertainment units, stone or real wood tops and bespoke widths. Worth considering if the stand will remain in place as you upgrade to a bigger screen later.<\/p>\n It is worth spending a little more for extra width and a higher load rating, because many people move up a screen size within a few years. Save on decorative extras. A plain, well built stand around 150cm wide will suit a 55 inch set now and a 65 inch set later in many rooms.<\/p>\n Think about viewing distance too. In a smaller living room where the sofa sits close to the screen, a lower stand keeps your neck comfortable. In a larger room with seating further back, a slightly taller stand can work well. Choosing the right height costs nothing extra and makes a noticeable difference every evening.<\/p>\n Finally, include the extras in your budget. A soundbar, an anti tip strap and a cable tidy are small costs compared with the stand, but together they decide how finished the setup looks and how safe it is.<\/p>\n We publish full dimensions on every product page, which makes it easy to check width, depth and height against your 55 inch television before you order. These three stands show a range of layouts.<\/p>\n The Kirsten High Gloss TV Stand In White With LED Lighting<\/strong> is currently listed at \u00a3299.95. It combines a white high gloss finish with LED lighting, which suits a bright, contemporary living room.<\/p>\n The Sydney High Gloss TV Stand In White With 4 Drawers<\/strong> is currently listed at \u00a3399.95. Four drawers provide concealed storage for remotes, games and cables, which keeps the area around a larger screen clear.<\/p>\n The Jawcraig Wooden Corner TV Stand With 3 Drawers In Brown<\/strong> is currently listed at \u00a3159.95. As a corner design with three drawers, it can suit rooms where the only sensible viewing position is across a corner.<\/p>\n Please check the listed width of each stand against your own television before ordering, as screen footprints vary between models. If a corner works better for your layout, our corner TV stands UK<\/a> range is worth browsing, and our wall TV brackets UK<\/a> are an alternative if you would rather mount the screen. We offer free delivery to most UK mainland postcodes, and Returns are available up to 30 days. For more on getting the proportions right, our guide to low TV unit measurements for UK living rooms<\/a> explains heights and widths in more detail. The full collection is at Furniture in Fashion<\/a>.<\/p>\n The screen of a 55 inch television is roughly 122cm wide and 68cm high, measured across the picture area. The frame and stand add a little more. Always check the exact dimensions of your model, since bezels and feet vary between brands.<\/p>\n A small overhang is possible if the feet sit fully on the top, but it is not ideal. A stand at least as wide as the television looks better and is less likely to be knocked. Overhangs also make anti tip straps more important.<\/p>\n For typical sofa seating, a stand roughly 40cm to 55cm high places the centre of the screen near eye level. Taller stands suit higher seating or bedrooms. Measure your seated eye height to fine tune the choice.<\/p>\n Yes, as long as the top is wide and deep enough for the feet and the stand is rated for the weight. Corner placement works well in rooms with doors or windows on the main walls. Check the front width of the corner unit carefully, since it is often narrower than it appears.<\/p>\n Both work well. Mounting saves floor space and keeps the screen out of reach of small children, while a stand is easier to install and lets you move the TV. Many people combine a wall bracket with a low unit underneath for devices. That approach keeps the screen at a comfortable height while still giving you somewhere to store consoles and remotes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The best TV stands for 55 inch televisions are wider than the screen, rated comfortably above its weight and low enough to put the centre of the picture near seated eye level. 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