TV Cabinet 101: How to Pick the Right Size and Style for Your Living Room
Your TV cabinet does more than hold your TV — it anchors the whole living room. Get it right, and it ties your space together. Get it wrong, and even the nicest sofa can't save the room.
Here's what to think about before you buy a TV cabinet in Malaysia.
1. Size it to your TV, not the other way around
As a rule of thumb, your TV console should be about the same width as your TV, or slightly wider. Too small and the TV overhangs awkwardly; too big and the room feels unbalanced. For a standard 55"–65" TV, a console around 1500mm–1800mm wide usually looks proportional.
2. Storage matters more than people expect
Set-top boxes, gaming consoles, remotes, cables — they all need a home. Slatted or tambour doors are a nice middle ground: they hide the clutter while still letting the piece feel light and open, instead of a solid, heavy block of storage.
3. Material makes or breaks it in Malaysia's climate
Humidity is real. A metal base pairs well here — it won't warp, and it keeps the console feeling grounded even with a lighter board body on top. Look for a proper laminated finish that resists moisture and daily wear.
4. Style should match your room's overall tone
A clean-lined, minimalist console works in almost any space. If you want something with a bit more personality, a curved silhouette or slatted door front adds a soft, architectural touch without overwhelming the room.
Our Pick: Aris TV Console
This is exactly the thinking behind our Aris TV Console (RM798) — a pill-shaped, curved media unit with vertical tambour slatted doors, a sturdy matt black metal base, and an oak-finish laminated board body. At W1800 x D400 x H600mm, it's sized comfortably for larger TVs and living rooms, and the Mid-Century-inspired silhouette gives your space a softer, more sophisticated look than a standard rectangular console.
Ready to Upgrade Your Living Room?
If your current TV cabinet is too small, too cluttered, or just doesn't fit your space anymore, now's a good time to look for something better sized and built for our climate — our Mid Year Sale is on, with up to 50% off storewide until end of July.
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