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Computers Electronics In the Market for a TV Stand? Make Sure you Consider these 5 Vital Specifications when Shopping for TV Stands or Mounts
| In the Market for a TV Stand? Make Sure you Consider these 5 Vital Specifications when Shopping for TV Stands or Mounts |
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| Written by Jake Samuels |
| Friday, 27 March 2009 07:15 |
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So, you've just bought that brand new HDTV. Hours of research have been poured into the perfect monitor. LCD versus Plasma. Silver versus Black. 50 inch or even BIGGER! You've got it home, to the awe and amazement of family and friends. Neighbors you haven't spoken to in years are now coming up with excuses to visit. The center of your living room is now complete. Or is it? Haven't you forgotten something important? It may be an impressive television set, the envy of all who gaze upon it, but have you given any thought to how you might display it? If the TV is a Plasma or some other super thin model, the idea of mounting it is often brought up. Why not just screw that thing straight to living room wall? But after recalling several bad experiences relating to screwing heavy items to the living room wall, the idea is quickly dropped. So if your going to go with a TV stand, what kind should you buy? Must it match the eighteenth century victorian furniture which peppers every room of your house? Is it going to go the living room or the game room? How much room is available? There are several questions that must be answered before you make a TV stand purchase, thus we have made a quick list of important points to consider. Dimensions of the Stand When purchasing a TV stand, you will want to consider the dimensions of the unit before purchase. It is going to take some planning, as you need to decide where you are going to place the television in your home. Set depth is also an important consideration. Can your TV sit comfortably and securely on this stand? Is the stand too large for your TV, making your expensive flat screen look cheap? Also, make sure that your television will sit at eye-level when you are seated in front of it. The height of the stand will affect this. Price Price is obviously an important part of any buying decision. TV stands are notoriously expensive. But remember, quality and price do not always relate. If you plan to purchase a stand from the electronics store you bought your TV from, you will likely pay more. These places do not specialize in television stands and usually have just a few models available. It might be better to seek out a furniture store or a web-based TV stand shop. They will offer many more models and at several price levels, which gives you the variety you need to make the right purchase. Load Capacity This one can be overlooked by some. You need to determine if your selected stand can hold the weight of your TV. Is it well-supported? Does it look like it will hold your TV for a good while? Get the weight measurements off of the box that your television came in. Match them to the weight specifications of the stand. If you cannot locate them, you would be better off just going with a different stand. Look This is obvious and important. You have likely dropped a lot of money on your brand new HDTV, therefore it would be a shame to sit it on a third-generation coffee table. It is important to match the style of the TV to the style of the stand. If you bought a sleek, black Plasma, you might want a stand with a modern look. If however, you are just replacing a stand for an older TV, you may be less concerned. There are various types of stands available, including hanging stands, sliding stands with mounts, and the more common floor-based models. Especially with entertainment centers, some people prefer a TV stand that looks more like an armoire than a media center. Versatility Finally, always think ahead when shopping for a TV stand. How will this TV be used? Will it just be for watching cable broadcasts, or might you want to play a DVD, or hook up a game system to it? How about a stereo or speaker system? Are you going to want to put a lamp on it or display picture frames? Think through all of your potential uses for this stand so it can serve you well into the future. About the Author: Check out additional tips and guides relating to tv stand purchases at Jake's site about tv stands. Kindly provided by MoneyHunter.org You are welcome to use this article on your own website, if you include the link just before this text. |
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