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Property How to Pick Out a Coffee Table. It’s also a good idea to use a piece with an accessible storage area so you can keep the top surface clear of remotes, magazines and coasters. Choose a practical rug. The right rug not only adds pizzazz, but it also dampens sound coming out of the speakers, helping to improve acoustics. Rug materials are also a big consideration, many people enjoy snacking in front of the TV. Wool gets people nervous, because it’s more expensive, but at the end of the day, if you spill something on it, wool is emollient and will repel liquid. Include sufficient storage. Game consoles and other components can look like clutter when left out for everyone to see. A media cabinet or console placed 20 to 26 inches below the TV can keep devices out of sight while maximizing wall space. Light it right. Varied lighting sources can go a long way toward creating ambience and improving the view of the television. Overhead lighting, particularly canned LED lighting gives a glow without the glare. You really need to have a soft-feeling light to really maximize the definition on the television. Multiple lighting sources, like a chandelier creates a focal point or eye-level lighting for those who might not be interested in watching TV. After all, the media room is today’s version of the family room. You’ll want your whole family to feel welcome whether they’re knitting or watching reruns of tinsel. 11 | Choice Op ѥ