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As a child who grew up in the late 1990s and early 2000s, there was a phenomenon that defined the era, and why this decor trend ever phased out is beyond me. However, the tides are changing. The kitchen TV is making a comeback, and we couldn’t be more ecstatic.
The trend has been taking over our TikTok feed recently. Many people hopping on the trend are buying small vintage television boxes to add to their counters. While some view this as a fleeting trend, it’s worth noting that having a television in your kitchen was more than just an object occupying space on the kitchen counter. It created a culture in the kitchen — providing entertainment while you were cooking dinner and catching you up on the latest news in the morning. It was simple, but somehow made the space feel intentional and cozy.
If you’re looking to tap into nostalgia and bring back the simplicity the 90s-early ‘00s gave to the world, then adding a kitchen TV may be what your space needs. Continue reading to discover how creators are reviving the trend, and where you can shop for the best kitchen TVs available now.
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The Lore of the Kitchen TV
Take a step back in time, while upgrading your morning coffee-making and dinner-after-work-making experience by adding a small television to your kitchen. It adds a nostalgic feel, but also some entertainment while you’re cooking in the kitchen.
Additionally, it adds a cozy vibe to your kitchen as well. Whether you place it in the corner of a kitchen counter or on the edge, nestled by some of your favorite cookbooks, there’s no wrong way of creating a mini entertainment center in your kitchen.
How Creators Are Using Their Kitchen TV
Modern Kitchen TV
If you want more of a modern vibe, this creator chose to purchase a new Tv for her kitchen. It’s so sleek and has SMART TV features too — so you can stream Gilmore Girls and any of your favorite shows and movies.
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Retro TV
Other creators opt for the total nostalgia package by purchasing a vintage tv for their kitchen. You can purchase these on Ebay and other resale sites in order to find the one that fits your space best.
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The Best Small TVs to Add to Your Kitchen
LG 27″ HD Television
Samsung 27″ M5 Television
VIZIO 24″ D-Series Television
Vintage Sanyo CRT TV
Vintage 13″ CRT TV
