There are a number of different ways to hide aflat panel TV as soon as it is not being used by joining the feature into the overall home theater room design. A number of designers use a static image to display a piece of art or favorite family picture. Others use extensive mounting units and screens to cover the TV when it is not being used. A professionally organized theater system can join any goal you have to make the room attractive both when in use as well as when not.

Below are a number of display options obtainable for home owners as they decide how they want their flat panel TV to be hidden when not in use.

Screensaver Displays

Considering many LCD TVs are simple displays like those used by computer users, they can be placed to display art and photos when they are not in use. Using a screensaver unfortunately, requires the TV to be on so it is not recommended for long periods of time. It is best for use during entertaining purposes.

Personalized Art Covers

Custom art overlay options are becoming more common. A specific art peice can be made to be mounted over the screen when homeowners are not using the TV. This is an inexpensive solution that does not require any new wiring or customized mounting.

Many homeowners prefer to hang their flat panel TVs above the fireplace. For a traditional use, a wooden frame can be installed around it, therefore turning your television into a mantel piece. Professional installers can also design an automated system that slides a screen cover over the flat panel.

Other Considerations

Most home theaters do not contain the TV alone. Mounted televisions are more difficult to unite into an entertainment system since all the crucial connections need to be run through walls. Wireless technology for these applications is improving but is not yet perfected.

Custom home theater installers can offer advice on the best way to arrange DVD players and receivers to match the delicate look of a hidden flat panel television.

Choosing the suitable option to hide a LCD TV into a room’s design can be tough. The size and shape of walls or the way they are built can limit your installation options. Place the television in the appropriate spot for viewing, and then start bearing in mind installation options.

The Friends (Season DVD offers a number of hilarious episodes including the season premiere in which the friends celebrate Chandler and Monica’s wedding. When Monica sees Rachel spitting out her champagne, she realizes that Rachel is pregnant. As the season progresses, Rachel reveals that Ross is the father… This season includes guest appearances by Sean Penn, Morgan Fairchild, Brad Pitt, Alec Baldwin, and Marlo Thomas… The season finale centers around the birth of Rachel’s baby…

Below is a list of episodes included on the Friends (Season DVD:

Episode 171 (The One After “I Do”) Air Date: 09-27-2001
Episode 172 (The One with the Red Sweater) Air Date: 10-04-2001
Episode 173 (The One Where Rachel Tells…) Air Date: 10-11-2001
Episode 174 (The One with the Videotape) Air Date: 10-18-2001
Episode 175 (The One with Rachel’s Date) Air Date: 10-25-2001
Episode 176 (The One with the Halloween Party) Air Date: 11-01-2001
Episode 177 (The One with the Stain) Air Date: 11-08-2001
Episode 178 (The One with the Stripper) Air Date: 11-15-2001
Episode 179 (The One with the Rumor) Air Date: 11-22-2001
Episode 180 (The One with Monica’s Boots) Air Date: 12-06-2001
Episode 181 (The One with the Creepy Holiday Card) Air Date: 12-13-2001
Episode 182 (The One Where Joey Dates Rachel) Air Date: 01-10-2002
Episode 183 (The One Where Chandler Takes a Bath) Air Date: 01-17-2002
Episode 184 (The One with the Secret Closet) Air Date: 01-31-2002
Episode 185 (The One with the Birthing Video) Air Date: 02-07-2002
Episode 186 (The One Where Joey Tells Rachel) Air Date: 02-28-2002
Episode 187 (The One with the Tea Leaves) Air Date: 03-07-2002
Episode 188 (The One in Massapequa) Air Date: 03-28-2002
Episode 189 (The One with Joey’s Interview) Air Date: 04-04-2002
Episode 190 (The One with the Baby Shower) Air Date: 04-25-2002
Episode 191 (The One with the Cooking Class) Air Date: 05-02-2002
Episode 192 (The One Where Rachel is Late) Air Date: 05-09-2002
Episode 193 (The One Where Rachel Has a Baby: Part 1) Air Date: 05-16-2002
Episode 194 (The One Where Rachel Has a Baby: Part 2) Air Date: 05-16-2002

Britt Gillette is author of The DVD Report, a blog where you can find more reviews like this one of the Friends (Season DVD.