OKD Fireplace TV Stand Review: a beefy, farmhouse-style console that actually feels solid for the price

I picked up this OKD Fireplace TV Stand because I wanted something that looked a bit nicer than the usual flat-pack TV table, but I wasn’t ready to drop furniture-store money. I’ve been using it in my living room with a 65-inch TV on top for a few weeks. I went with the dark rustic oak version, mainly because it hides dust and fingerprints better than glossy white stuff.

First impression when the boxes showed up: this thing is heavy. We’re talking over 100 pounds total, split into a couple of big boxes. It already felt more like actual furniture than the super light particleboard stands I’ve had before. Assembly took time, but it wasn’t a nightmare. If you’ve built IKEA stuff, this is in the same category, maybe a bit more straightforward because the hardware is labeled better.

The main reason I chose this model over a basic stand is the built-in electric fireplace. I live in a place where winters are chilly but not brutal, so I liked the idea of a small extra heater that also looks nicer than a random space heater sitting in the corner. I wasn’t expecting miracles on the heating side, just something that takes the edge off in the evenings and looks decent while doing it.

Overall, after setting it up and using it daily, I’d say it’s pretty solid for the price bracket. It’s not luxury furniture and it’s not real hardwood, but it doesn’t feel flimsy and it does what it says: holds a big TV, gives you storage, and adds a bit of fake-fireplace vibe without needing to mess with gas or wood. It has a couple of annoyances, but nothing that broke the deal for me.

Price-wise, this sits in that middle zone: more expensive than a basic TV bench from the bargain section, but a lot cheaper than a solid wood fireplace console from a furniture store. For what you get — a large stand that fits up to a 70-inch TV, a built-in 23-inch electric fireplace, and decent storage — I’d say the value is pretty good if you actually want the fireplace feature. If you don’t care about the heater or the fake flames, then yeah, you could save money with a simpler stand.

Compared to other electric fireplace TV stands I’ve seen, this one feels a bit more solid and less plasticky, especially in the doors and the top. You’re still dealing with engineered wood, but the thickness and weight make it feel more like actual furniture. The fact that it has a 4.6/5 rating with a lot of reviews lines up with my experience: not perfect, but generally solid for the price range.

Where the value really shows is in the combination of functions: TV support, storage, and extra heat source. If you were to buy a separate console plus a separate electric fireplace, you’d probably pay more and take up more floor space. Here, everything is integrated, and while it’s not fancy high-end stuff, it’s practical. Power usage is basically what you’d expect from a small electric heater, so don’t treat it like a free heat source — but for occasional use, it’s fine.

If your budget is tight and you just need something to hold the TV, this might feel like overkill. But if you’re in that zone where you want your living room to look a bit more finished and you like the idea of a built-in fireplace without going all-in on custom work, the price-to-features ratio is decent. You’re paying for looks and multi-function more than premium materials, and as long as you’re aware of that, it’s a fair deal.

Design-wise, this thing leans hard into the farmhouse / barn-door trend. You’ve got the sliding doors with metal hardware, a kind of distressed dark oak finish, and a chunky base. If you already have modern, super minimal furniture, this will stand out a bit. In my place, which is a mix of IKEA and random wood pieces, it actually blends in pretty well and makes the TV wall look more finished.

The finish itself is clearly a printed wood pattern on engineered wood, not real solid wood grain. Up close, you can tell it’s manufactured, but from the couch distance it looks decent. The color is practical: dark enough to hide smudges and small scratches, but not so dark that it looks black. I’d call it a medium-dark brown with some fake grain lines. The edges are relatively clean; I didn’t see weird bubbling or peeling on my unit.

The sliding doors move on a simple track. They’re not ultra smooth like top-end hardware, but they slide fine and don’t feel like they’re going to fall off if you use them normally. One thing to note: because the doors slide, you can only fully open one side at a time. So if you plan to fill both cabinets with stuff you need to access constantly, just know you’ll be sliding back and forth a lot. For storing games, DVDs, routers, or board games, it’s fine.

Visually, the fireplace insert is centered and framed nicely by the rest of the console. When the flames are on, it does become the main focal point of the wall. If you like that cozy living-room vibe, it works. If you want the TV itself to be the only focus, the fake fire might feel like a bit much. Personally, I like it in the evenings with the main lights off; it makes the whole setup feel a bit warmer without looking tacky, as long as you don’t go crazy with super bright flame settings.

The stand is made from MDF and particleboard, so let’s be clear: this is not solid oak or anything close. That said, the panels are thicker than the cheapest flat-pack stuff I’ve had before, and the whole thing feels pretty solid once assembled. The top is listed as 1 inch thick, and it actually does feel beefy. With my 65-inch TV plus a soundbar and a couple of small decorations, there’s no sagging or wobble.

The unit weighs around 109 pounds, which tells you there’s a decent amount of material there. The base is a continuous plinth rather than skinny legs, which helps with stability. I don’t feel like it’s going to tip unless someone really climbs on it. If you have kids or pets that bump into furniture, this is more reassuring than those very light, spindly stands.

The metal parts — hinges, sliders, screws — are standard flat-pack quality. Nothing fancy, but nothing felt like it was going to snap in my hands. The finish on the panels seems consistent. On mine, there were no chips out of the box and the corners were clean. Over a few weeks of use, I haven’t noticed any peeling or damage, but you do need to treat it like any other laminated furniture: don’t leave standing water, don’t drag heavy metal objects across the surface, and use coasters if you’re paranoid.

If you’re expecting premium solid-wood furniture, you’ll be disappointed. But for a mid-range TV stand with a built-in electric fireplace, the materials are pretty solid for the price. It feels like it can handle daily use for several years without falling apart, as long as you don’t abuse it or move it around constantly. The weight is a bit of a pain during setup, but once it’s in place, that extra mass helps it feel more like real furniture and less like a temporary solution.

The packaging is pretty serious. The stand shows up in big, heavy boxes with foam and some wood boards around key areas. You definitely don’t want to be carrying these alone if you have stairs. I managed with one other person and a dolly, and I’d recommend doing the same. The weight is annoying during delivery and setup, but it also means the parts inside aren’t flimsy.

Inside the box, the panels are separated with foam and cardboard, and each major piece is wrapped. On my unit, there were no scratches or dents on the wood parts. The fireplace insert was also packed in foam, though I did see in other reviews that some people got dented inserts. That’s probably more on the shipping process than the internal packaging, but still something to keep in mind. At least the brand’s customer service seems to send replacements when that happens.

The hardware pack is one of the better organized ones I’ve seen in flat-pack furniture. Everything is labeled with letters or numbers that match the instructions. That sounds basic, but you’d be surprised how many brands throw all the screws in one bag and call it a day. Here, finding the right piece is pretty quick, which cuts down on assembly frustration. The only minor gripe is the amount of glue they include for the wooden pegs — it’s not much. If you have your own wood glue, use that instead of stressing over the tiny tube.

Overall, the packaging does its job: parts arrive protected, nothing rattling around loose, and the instructions plus labeled hardware make the build less painful. Just be ready for the weight and plan where the boxes will go before you start, because once you open everything up, you’ll have panels all over the place until it’s assembled.

In terms of durability, the first thing that stands out is the weight and the structure. With the 1-inch top and the solid base, once everything is screwed together, the unit feels tight and doesn’t flex. I’ve put some weight on the top while plugging cables behind the TV, and there was no creaking or scary movement. It’s rated for up to 150 lbs on the top; I’m well under that, but it feels like that number is realistic, not just marketing.

The weak point, like with most engineered-wood furniture, is going to be the joints if you assemble and disassemble it multiple times. The cam locks and wooden dowels are fine for a one-time build, but I wouldn’t plan on taking this apart and reassembling it every time you move. If you need to relocate it within the same room, it’s better to slide it carefully on felt pads or lift it with two people, rather than dragging it on bare floor and stressing the joints.

The finish has held up so far. I’ve slid a console and a center speaker around on the top a few times and didn’t see scratches, but I was careful. If you’re rough with it or drop sharp objects, it will mark like any laminate. The inside shelves feel strong enough for stacks of games, books, or electronics. They’re adjustable, which is nice, but I wouldn’t load them with super heavy items like a collection of big hardback books all on one side.

Based on the build and materials, I’d say this is the kind of piece that should last several years in a normal household: TV, a couple of consoles, some decor, occasional use of the heater. If you’ve got kids jumping on it or you move homes every year, you might start to see more wear. But for regular use, it feels more robust than the ultra-cheap stands, without reaching the durability of real solid wood furniture.

Let’s talk about the fireplace first, because that’s the main feature that sets this apart from a normal TV stand. The flame effect is obviously fake, but it looks decent enough. Think modern electric fireplace, not cheesy 90s screensaver. You can adjust the brightness and there are multiple flame settings, so you can dial it down to something more low-key or crank it up if you want it more visible. I usually keep it in the middle setting; max brightness looks a bit too strong in a dark room.

The heat output is what you’d expect from a small electric heater. It’s not going to warm an entire large open-plan area, but in my medium-sized living room it does take the chill off after 10–15 minutes. The fan kicks in quickly and you feel warm air almost immediately. Noise-wise, you can hear the fan, but it’s more of a low hum. With the TV on at a normal volume, I don’t really notice it. If you’re super sensitive to noise, you’ll hear it in a completely quiet room, but it’s not obnoxious.

For everyday TV use, the stand does its job. The top is stable, no wobble when you bump the console or walk around. The cable cutouts in the back make it easier to keep things tidy, although if you’re running a ton of devices (multiple consoles, receivers, etc.), you’ll still end up with a nest of cables behind the unit. The sliding doors are handy if you want to hide messy shelves quickly before guests come over; just slide and forget about the chaos inside.

One small annoyance: because the fireplace insert and TV both need power, you’ll want a decent surge protector or power strip behind or inside the cabinet. There’s space for it, but you have to plan a bit so you’re not constantly moving the stand to access outlets. Overall, in terms of performance, it gets the job done: decent heating boost, nice visual effect, and a functional media console that holds a big TV without drama.

In the box you get two main things: the 60-inch TV stand itself (in a flat-pack, lots of panels and hardware) and the 23-inch electric fireplace insert. The stand is rated for TVs up to around 70 inches, and my 65-inch fits with some room on each side, so that spec seems realistic. The stand is about 33 inches tall, so it’s a bit higher than a lot of low-profile TV benches. Personally I like the height — the screen is closer to eye level when I’m on the couch — but if you prefer low, minimalist setups, this is more of a highboy style.

Inside, you get two side cabinets with sliding barn doors in front, and adjustable shelves. Those shelves are handy for game consoles, routers, or just hiding random clutter. The center section is where the fireplace insert slides in. There are cable cutouts in the back, which makes it easier to route wires for a soundbar, console, or set-top box. It’s not perfect cable management, but it’s better than nothing and you don’t have to start drilling holes yourself.

The fireplace insert is its own little unit: it plugs into a standard outlet, has its own controls on the front, and also comes with a remote. You can change flame brightness, temperature, and set a timer. You can also run the fake flames without heat, which I actually use more than the heat itself. It’s nice background light when the room is dim.

Overall, the product is exactly what the listing says: a freestanding engineered-wood TV stand with farmhouse styling and a 23-inch vent-free electric fireplace built in. No surprise features, no hidden extras. If you expect real wood or super high-end hardware, you’ll be disappointed. If you expect a decent-quality flat-pack console that looks nicer than the basic stuff at big-box stores, that’s pretty much what you get here.