What shelf options are best for accommodating things like gaming consoles, DVD players, etc.?

For multiple devices, stands with <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Furniture-Living-Room-Furniture-TV-Stands/5-shelf/N-5yc1vZcfctZ1z1dgdq?emt=plpfaq_2504_tvstands" style="text-decoration: underline;">five</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Furniture-Living-Room-Furniture-TV-Stands/6-shelf/N-5yc1vZcfctZ1z1dgdj?emt=plpfaq_2504_tvstands" style="text-decoration: underline;">six</a>, or even <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Furniture-Living-Room-Furniture-TV-Stands/7-shelf-or-more/N-5yc1vZcfctZ1z1dg8t?emt=plpfaq_2504_tvstands" style="text-decoration: underline;">seven shelves or more</a> are ideal. Consider measuring your equipment to ensure each shelf provides enough height and width for proper ventilation and easy access.

I'm not sure what TV stand depth I need. What's the general rule of thumb?

It's all about your equipment and space. Generally, a <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Furniture-Living-Room-Furniture-TV-Stands/Deep-21-inch-or-greater/N-5yc1vZcfctZ1z1u9ym?emt=plpfaq_2504_tvstands" style="text-decoration: underline;">deeper stand</a> is best for larger TVs, sound systems, or gaming consoles, offering plenty of room to keep everything organized. If you have a smaller TV or limited space, a <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Furniture-Living-Room-Furniture-TV-Stands/Narrow-12-inch-or-less/N-5yc1vZcfctZ1z1ua33?emt=plpfaq_2504_tvstands" style="text-decoration: underline;">narrower stand</a> or <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Furniture-Living-Room-Furniture-TV-Stands/Standard-13-20-inch/N-5yc1vZcfctZ1z1u9xa?emt=plpfaq_2504_tvstands" style="text-decoration: underline;">standard depth TV stand</a> will likely work great and save you some room.

What's the best way to pick a color that will work in my living room?

Think about your existing furniture and wall colors. For a cohesive look, choose a TV stand in a complementary color like <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Furniture-Living-Room-Furniture-TV-Stands/Brown/N-5yc1vZcfctZ1z1w0l1?emt=plpfaq_2504_tvstands" style="text-decoration: underline;">brown</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Furniture-Living-Room-Furniture-TV-Stands/White/N-5yc1vZcfctZ1z1w0kt?emt=plpfaq_2504_tvstands" style="text-decoration: underline;">white</a>, or <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Furniture-Living-Room-Furniture-TV-Stands/Black/N-5yc1vZcfctZ1z1w0jr?emt=plpfaq_2504_tvstands" style="text-decoration: underline;">black</a> that complements existing ones, or create a focal point with something bold like <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Furniture-Living-Room-Furniture-TV-Stands/Blue/N-5yc1vZcfctZ1z1w0ks?emt=plpfaq_2504_tvstands" style="text-decoration: underline;">blue</a>. Consider your personal style and the overall mood you're going for; lighter colors can brighten the space and make the room feel bigger.