Is a TV gaming bed better than a wall-mounted TV?
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Short answer: A TV bed keeps the screen at the foot of the bed without drilling the wall, which suits rented homes. A wall mount gives more freedom in placement.
There are two common ways to game from bed.
TV beds and gaming
A TV bed lets you game from bed with the screen at the foot end. On these beds the product page lists the TV compatibility or maximum screen size and the mount height, so check them against your TV before ordering. Think about viewing distance from the pillow, how you will route the power and HDMI cables, and whether you want storage underneath, as several TV gaming beds also include ottoman or drawer storage.
Leave space for consoles and PCs to breathe
Consoles and gaming PCs produce heat and need air to circulate. Follow the manufacturer's guidance on clearance around vents, avoid shutting them inside a closed cupboard while they are running, and do not put them on soft surfaces such as a mattress or duvet. On a high sleeper with a desk underneath, keep the console or PC on the desk or a shelf with open sides rather than tucked into a tight corner.
Measure the room before you choose
Start with a tape measure, not a product page. Note the length and width of the floor space you can actually give up, the ceiling height, and where the door, window, radiator and sockets sit. Then compare those figures with the overall dimensions listed on each product page, which for beds with desks often include a ladder or staircase that sticks out beyond the mattress area. Leave enough clear floor in front of a desk to pull a chair back and stand up comfortably, and remember that doors and wardrobe fronts need room to swing.
Products to look at
These are in stock in the Bed Kingdom range at the time of writing; see each product page for the live price, full specifications and delivery time.
- Recoil Alister Gaming High Sleeper with Desk & TV Stand – Bed Type: High Sleepers; Dimensions: L241.5cm x W110.3cm x H181.1cm (size guide)
- Recoil Alister Side Lift TV Ottoman Gaming Bed Black & Blue – Bed Type: TV Beds; Mattress Size: UK single (90 x 190cm) or UK small double (120 x 190cm) (size guide)
- Recoil Alister Side Lift TV Ottoman Gaming Bed Black & Green – Bed Type: Ottoman & Storage Beds; Mattress Size: UK single (90 x 190cm) or UK small double (120 x 190cm) (size guide)
- Recoil Kage Metal TV Bed with Storage & LED Black – Bed Type: TV Beds; Lighting: Integrated LED strip (size guide)
- Recoil Panther Gaming TV Bed with LED Lights & Storage Black Metal – Bed Type: TV Beds; Material: Metal (size guide)
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Frequently asked questions
Is a TV gaming bed better than a wall-mounted TV?
A TV bed keeps the screen at the foot of the bed without drilling the wall, which suits rented homes. A wall mount gives more freedom in placement.
What size TV fits a gaming TV bed?
Check the TV compatibility or maximum screen size and mount height on the product page.
Can I put a console in a cupboard?
Not while it is running unless the cupboard is open and well ventilated. Follow the console maker's guidance on clearance around vents.
Should I measure the room before buying gaming furniture?
Yes. Measure floor space, ceiling height and the positions of doors, windows, radiators and sockets, then compare with the overall dimensions on the product page.
Who can I ask for help choosing gaming furniture?
Bed Kingdom customer service on 01924 950108 or support@bedkingdom.co.uk.