Bespoke Media Walls and Custom Media Units by ARC Joinery

Media walls, also known as entertainment walls, are becoming a fast-growing trend in Scotland. You can customize your own bespoke media unit to your exact specifications, integrating your home entertainment system, storage space, display cabinets, bookshelves, and accessories like game consoles and soundbars into one area. This design creates a visually impressive focal point that can transform the look of your living space.

In many homes, achieving a main focal point design can be challenging, as televisions and other elements such as wall fireplaces, chimney breast centers, and mantle pieces often compete for attention.

Media walls can effectively replace or combine these key features, creating an amazing centerpiece for your living room or entertainment/games room.

Our expert team specializes in media wall installation, ensuring that your custom media units are built and installed to meet your specific needs. Utilizing their internal joinery expertise and master craftsmanship, the installation is tailored to fit seamlessly with your existing interior decor and furniture.

Contact our expert internal joinery team today to arrange a media wall installation that enhances your home's aesthetic.

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So, what exactly is a bespoke media wall?

Media walls are similar to feature walls, but they're newer trends.

You may be familiar with the term "feature wall" in the world of interior decor. This classic concept has stood the test of time. A media wall is essentially crafted to be a bespoke focal point design for any room, intended to draw attention to the space it occupies. Typically, it should be installed on a full-width or full-length surface wall, utilizing the entire available area.

Custom media units are pieces of furniture designed to hold and organize various media devices, such as TVs, DVD players, and video game consoles. These units are usually made from wood or other durable materials and come in a variety of styles to complement your home's decor. Some custom media units or media walls also feature built-in storage for CDs, DVDs, remote controls, and other media, along with additional elements like adjustable shelves and cable management systems to keep everything organized and tidy.

Our dedicated team of joiners specializes in media wall installation by constructing a new frame on the exterior of an existing wall. You can then build your media wall units on this frame to accommodate items like televisions, shelving units, and cabinets. It's entirely up to you whether you want to leave gaps or larger spaces for adding electric appliances, such as electric fireplaces or soundbars, as well as artwork or books at a later date.

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Why install a custom media unit in your living space?

Installing a media wall creates a beautiful and organised focal point within your house.

What does your living or entertainment space look like right now? Is it jumbled up with 2 or 3 features fighting for attention? Are you tired of cluttered cords and unsightly stacks of media devices taking up valuable space in your living room? Look no further than custom media units! These versatile pieces of furniture provide a stylish and organized solution for all your media needs by combining your current features onto one wall, creating a stunning focal point design.

With media wall installation, you can easily store and display your TV, DVD player, video game console, and other media devices in one convenient location.

Not only do home media units provide functional storage, but they also add a touch of sophistication to your living space. Available in a range of styles, from modern and minimalist to traditional and elegant, whether you are looking for a luxury media wall or a simple unit to optimize your living space and make it a welcoming and practical entertainment area, we can create a bespoke handmade media unit to suit any decor. So why wait? Invest in a bespoke media wall today and enjoy the benefits of a clutter-free and stylish living room!

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The advantages of a bespoke media wall:

1. Custom media units are designed to fit perfectly in your space.

2. They create plenty of extra storage space, enhancing your home's functionality.

3. Each unit is custom-made for your needs, ensuring a personalized touch.

4. The design provides the depth to conceal all wiring behind the walls, maintaining a tidy look.

5. It allows appliances to fit neatly into the wall, contributing to a clean and organized appearance.

6. Custom media units also add personality to living rooms, making them a true focal point design.

See the advantages of media wall installation come alive in your home.

TV screen size.

When planning the placement of your television in your new custom media units, remember that size really does matter. This is especially true if you intend to incorporate storage options like cabinets and shelves into your focal point design. If you’re considering upgrading to a larger television set in the future, now is the ideal time to factor this into your media wall installation. Knowing the dimensions of your future TV can help you design your wall project effectively right from the start.

Cable management and power outlets.

When planning your custom media units for a home media wall, it's important to consider how you will manage the cables for your electronic devices. One way to keep your space clean and organized is to strategically plan the placement of your devices and create a path for the cables to be hidden out of sight. This could involve routing the cables behind the media wall or to a nearby power outlet. By taking the time to plan your media wall installation, you can avoid having cluttered cables on display and maintain the clean, modern look of your focal point design.

The depth of your media wall.

The depth of a home media wall can significantly influence both the aesthetic appeal and functionality of the space. For instance, a deeper media wall might allow for more storage and display options within custom media units, enhancing its utility. However, this depth can also make the area feel more cramped and cluttered. Conversely, a shallower media wall can create a more open and airy environment, contributing to a focal point design, but it may not offer as much storage and display capability. Ultimately, the depth of a home media wall installation is a matter of personal preference and should be tailored to the homeowner's needs and preferences.

Alcoves and storage space.

Recesses are excellent for storing items, saving space, and creating a stunning focal point design for your living room. You can utilize wooden shelves, shelving, or even built-in cabinets to organize your belongings. It's bespoke! Arrange it in a way that suits you best! Here are some alcoves to consider:

- TV alcoves.

- Sound Bar alcoves.

- Shelving.

- Alcoves for storage, such as cabinets.

- Log storage sections.

- Entertainment equipment alcoves.

At ARC Joinery, we recognize that accessing your entertainment equipment can be challenging. That’s why we focus on custom media units and design our media wall installations with convenient access in mind. A common solution is to include a hatch or provide access from the back of the TV. Another option is to use compartmentalized downlighting, which can highlight any items placed in your wall unit and make them easier to access. These design features are intended to make your media wall both functional and visually appealing.

What types of finishes can be used for media walls?

There are several ways to finish a media wall, which can also serve as a striking focal point design in your living room. Popular techniques include paint, wood panelling, and Venetian plastering, each creating unique textures and visual appeal. You can opt for different colours and textures to enhance your custom media units. Polished plaster pairs beautifully with a Venetian plaster finish, adding depth and vibrancy to the walls, making them a main focal point within the living area.

Here are five popular finishes used in most modern built media walls:

- Paint

- Wallpaper

- Tiles

- Venetian Plaster

- Wood Panelling

When designing a feature built-in wall, you can choose from a variety of finishes to suit your personal style preferences. You can paint the wall, cover it with wallpaper, or use tiles to create a unique and attractive look. One new trend gaining popularity is the use of vertical wooden panelling, which involves installing slatted wood panels to achieve a contemporary design with added depth. This technique can add warmth and texture to the space and can be customized to suit your individual taste and décor, available in various timber shades, including stunning dark shades like black, dark grey, and dark green.

We can team up with or put you in touch with the best decorators to help design the ideal finish that complements your media wall installation.

NOTE: Be cautious with wood panelling if you plan to add any heating solutions, such as electric fires, to your wall in the future. Learn more about wood panelling here.

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How we will install your bespoke media wall at your property

All of our bespoke media walls are made and installed onsite at your property.

When you choose ARC Joinery for your home media wall project, you can expect a seamless and stress-free experience. We handle everything from start to finish, so you don't have to lift a finger. Our process begins with a consultation to discuss your specific preferences and needs, allowing us to design custom media units that perfectly suit your space. We then source the best materials to create a bespoke media wall that is tailored to your exact specifications.

One of the benefits of having our expert joiners create your media wall onsite at your property is that you can witness their skill, precision, and passion for their work as your dream media unit becomes a reality. This ensures a flawless media wall installation that typically completes within a week, depending on the size and complexity of the project. Our team takes care to protect your space with dust sheets and covers for surrounding surfaces, making your focal point design truly shine.

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Why choose ARC Joinery for your media wall build?

There are several reasons why you should hire ARC Joinery to install your custom media units, rather than attempting to do it yourself. Here are a few of the main benefits:

Expertise: Our joiners are skilled professionals with the knowledge and experience to properly handle media wall installation. They ensure that your bespoke media wall is securely attached, providing safety for larger units that may hold valuable equipment, while also being handcrafted to your exact specifications.

Safety: Installing a home media unit involves using tools and equipment that can be dangerous if not handled correctly. ARC Joinery has the training and expertise to use these tools safely, helping to prevent accidents and injuries during the installation process.

Time-saving: Installing custom media units can be a time-consuming and labor-intensive task. By hiring a joiner from ARC, you save significant time and effort, allowing you to focus on other tasks or simply relax.

Professional Artisan Finish: Our professional joiners ensure that your media wall installation is completed with a clean and precise finish. This enhances the overall appearance of your living space, making it a true focal point design that adds value to your home. We offer custom-built media walls that are one-of-a-kind, handcrafted using the finest materials available.

Customer Service: Our experienced joiners complete every aspect of our bespoke builds with precision and passion. We deliver your custom media unit with exceptional customer service, always keeping the care of your property at the forefront of our minds. We are available at every step, from discussing your specifications to the final installation of your media wall at your property.

Overall, hiring a professional internal joiner from ARC Joinery for your media wall installation is a smart choice that provides many benefits. It ensures that your unit is installed safely and securely, saving you time and effort while giving you peace of mind and a professional finish that enhances the appearance of your living space.

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