Ques. 1. How do you tell if it's stable???
Push on it and see if it falls over.
Ques 2. Is there a minimum size stand for a 32" tv?
32" if you're going to lay it on it's face
Ques 3. How could I anchor the tv?
2x4's and tie down straps
Final solution but the toughest--go out and buy a stand made for the TV. Do
you actually realize just how stupid you sound?
MLD



Go out and get a stand that is made for the TV.
"MIchael Jasper" wrote in message
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Hi -

We are upgrading from a 20" to a 32" tv and need to figure out if our
current stand will be stable with the new tv. I have searched all
over and can't find any info that sets standards for dimensions of
stands for different size tvs.

THe stand we have is a fairly tall one - taller than wide. The top
shelf is 29" wide by 19" deep, and it's about 36" high, on casters.

So - here are my questions:

1) How do I tell if it will be stable for a given size tv? Is it
sufficient that the base of the TV - the part that actually rests on
the stand - fits the top shelf, regardless of how much the rest of the
tv protrudes to sides or rear?
Is there a maximum height of tv that should fit on a stand of this
configuration?

2) Is there a minimum size stand for a 32" tv?

3) If we do stick with this stand, how could I anchor the tv to
prevent it from falling if a kid tugs on it? I have no problem with
anchoring the tv stand - I have furniture anchor straps. But that
won't help keep the tv on the stand, and I'm not sure how to fix a
strap to a tv without doing damage to the tv - ie drilling into it!

Would appreciate direct replies in addition to group:


Thanks!
Michael Jasper