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The Only IKEA TV Stands That Won't Bow Under a 55-Inch Screen
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The Only IKEA TV Stands That Won't Bow Under a 55-Inch Screen

Wondering which IKEA TV stands actually support your heavy flat screen? I break down which models survive moving day, handle 55-inch TVs, and look high-end.

Living Room IdeasI Caved and Bought a White Tall Storage Cabinet With Doors and Shelves

I Caved and Bought a White Tall Storage Cabinet With Doors and Shelves

I gave up on trendy open shelves and caved, buying a white tall storage cabinet with doors and shelves. Here is why hiding your clutter is the best feeling.

Apartment LivingI Survived 4 Apartment Moves Thanks to a Lightweight Storage Cabinet

I Survived 4 Apartment Moves Thanks to a Lightweight Storage Cabinet

Moving heavy furniture is the worst part of renting. Here is why swapping my solid oak monstrosities for a lightweight storage cabinet was my best design move.

floor mounted tv standYour Wall Mount Is Trapping Your Layout (Try a TV Floor Stand)

Your Wall Mount Is Trapping Your Layout (Try a TV Floor Stand)

Feel trapped by your wall-mounted screen? Here is why switching to a sleek, swivel tv floor stand completely opened up my living room layout possibilities.

Buying GuidesYour 'Handmade' Etsy Cabinets Are Probably a Dropshipping Scam

Your 'Handmade' Etsy Cabinets Are Probably a Dropshipping Scam

Looking for unique furniture? Before you drop money on handmade Etsy cabinets, learn how to spot overseas dropshippers and find genuine artisan woodworkers.

Apartment UpgradesI Regret Waiting So Long to Buy Crate and Barrel Cabinets

I Regret Waiting So Long to Buy Crate and Barrel Cabinets

I spent years buying cheap dupes that fell apart. Here is exactly why upgrading to real crate and barrel cabinets completely transformed my messy apartment.

Budget HacksI Faked Expensive Built Cabinets Using Basic Stock Units

I Faked Expensive Built Cabinets Using Basic Stock Units

Want that custom millwork look without the massive carpenter bill? Here is exactly how I faked high-end built cabinets using basic, affordable stock units.

Design RulesThe Exact Floating TV Cabinet Height From Floor I Use Every Time

The Exact Floating TV Cabinet Height From Floor I Use Every Time

Tired of guessing the right floating tv cabinet height from floor? I'm sharing the exact formulas and design tricks to mount your media unit perfectly.

4 foot tall tv standHow a 4 Foot Tall TV Stand Finally Cured My Bedroom Neck Pain

How a 4 Foot Tall TV Stand Finally Cured My Bedroom Neck Pain

Struggling to watch shows from a high mattress? Discover why upgrading to a 4 foot tall tv stand is the ultimate layout hack to fix your bedroom neck pain.

Apartment Living3 Rules for Picking an Apartment TV Stand When You Can't Mount It

3 Rules for Picking an Apartment TV Stand When You Can't Mount It

Renting means you probably can't mount your screen. Here is how to choose an apartment tv stand that saves space, hides ugly cords, and looks grown up.

Apartment LivingI Tested That TV Stand With Mount Wayfair Keeps Showing You

I Tested That TV Stand With Mount Wayfair Keeps Showing You

Wondering if that stylish tv stand with mount Wayfair keeps showing in your ads is actually sturdy? Here is my honest review after assembling it myself.

Collector TipsRetail Displays Cases vs. Home Curios: What Actually Looks Good?

Retail Displays Cases vs. Home Curios: What Actually Looks Good?

Do commercial retail displays cases belong in a living room? We compare them to standard curios so you can display items without looking like a retail store.