Securing TV -Kids?

bluechang · 09-12-2009, 22:29

I know this may be a slight over reaction, but whats the best way to secure a flat screen tv to top it rolling forwards? I have noticed in the recent weeks, my kids are smacking their hands on the screen (screen protector in place) when wayballoo comes on (they are 15 months old so don't know its not right) but I have noticed the screen swaying back and forth.

The idea I had when moving into my current house, was to wall mount it and take it out of reach, but that idea is out of the window due to cardboard walls. Because of this, I am currently using some photograph frame wire wrapped around the velcro straps of the screen protector and a shelf behind, but it doesn't look strong enough.

What is the best way to secure the tv so it doesn't fall backwards and more importantly, forwards in the event one of the kids manages to push it? I'm not looking to replace the tv cabinet as I only bought it at the start of the year and I quite like it.

Any ideas/advice would be most appreciated.

bobcar · 10-12-2009, 01:11

The best way is probably to wall mount it even though you're happy with your cabinet. Don't worry about the walls there's always some way to fix it securely.

bluechang · 10-12-2009, 09:05

As I mentioned in the OP, the walls are not suitable for wall mounting my plasma. I don't have the option to strengthen the wall to take the tv as its a rental property so any options to secure the tv would need to be removable with as little damage to the walls as possible.

grahamlthompson · 10-12-2009, 10:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by bluechang

I know this may be a slight over reaction, but whats the best way to secure a flat screen tv to top it rolling forwards? I have noticed in the recent weeks, my kids are smacking their hands on the screen (screen protector in place) when wayballoo comes on (they are 15 months old so don't know its not right) but I have noticed the screen swaying back and forth.

The idea I had when moving into my current house, was to wall mount it and take it out of reach, but that idea is out of the window due to cardboard walls. Because of this, I am currently using some photograph frame wire wrapped around the velcro straps of the screen protector and a shelf behind, but it doesn't look strong enough.

What is the best way to secure the tv so it doesn't fall backwards and more importantly, forwards in the event one of the kids manages to push it? I'm not looking to replace the tv cabinet as I only bought it at the start of the year and I quite like it.

Any ideas/advice would be most appreciated.

All Sony TV's have a provision at the rear of the stand base to secure the base to its stand. Check yours it may be similar

gomezz · 10-12-2009, 11:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by bluechang

(they are 15 months old so don't know its not right)

But are at a perfect age to start learning right from wrong.

chrisjr · 10-12-2009, 11:43

My previous TV had a couple of hooks in the box that screwed into the top corners of the screen at the rear. These were intended to be used with chains secured to a hook in the wall.

And as i recall it also had screw holes in the base so you could screw the base to the cabinet. Which along with the chains meant the telly wasn't going very far if you knocked into it.

Not sure if my current telly has the hooks (might still be in the plastic bag the remote etc was in) but it does have a screw hole in the base.

If the TV has fixings for a wall mount then I wonder if these could be used? If you have a bit of DIY ability perhaps you could secure a chain or two to these and attach the other end of the chain(s) to the rear of the stand/cabinet. If you don't want to or can't drill into the walls that may be a viable alternative.

Most flat panel TVs I've seen have a set of screw holes on the back to attach a mounting bracket. I'd be surprised if your's didn't.

stud u like · 10-12-2009, 12:03

Either tie your kids up or don't let them watch television unattended.

gomezz · 10-12-2009, 12:29

Or let them watch TV on an old solid lump of a CRT in their bedroom / playroom.

bluechang · 10-12-2009, 12:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by gomezz

But are at a perfect age to start learning right from wrong.

definitely agree and we are starting to do that now. if one of the girls does start patting the tv with their hands, they get moved away from the area whilst saying No.

I have considered buying a couple of lengths of timber and attaching them onto the rear of the cabinet vertically and attach the tv to that somehow with something slightly stronger than photograph mounting wire.

bluechang · 10-12-2009, 12:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by gomezz

Or let them watch TV on an old solid lump of a CRT in their bedroom / playroom.

I have triplets so tv in every room is a complete non starter. Will probably just try and modify the cabinet with vertical struts at the back as i wrote in the post above.

bobcar · 11-12-2009, 16:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by bluechang

As I mentioned in the OP, the walls are not suitable for wall mounting my plasma. I don't have the option to strengthen the wall to take the tv as its a rental property so any options to secure the tv would need to be removable with as little damage to the walls as possible.

You can mount a TV on just about any wall, you didn't mention however it was a rental property as that puts a completely different light on it where you even have to worry about damaging the wallpaper.

bluechang · 11-12-2009, 18:20

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobcar

You can mount a TV on just about any wall, you didn't mention however it was a rental property as that puts a completely different light on it where you even have to worry about damaging the wallpaper.

I am probably going to make an L shaped bracing which i will drill and screw to the underside of the tv cabinet (painted black) which I will then try and work out a way of attaching the tv to. Hopefully, I should be able to make it so that the brace won't be seen over the top of the tv, but will stop the tv rolling backwards off the back (the cabinet is in the corner with a fair bit of space behind)

This would work, wouldn't it?

09-12-2009, 22:29	#1
bluechang Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 2,836	Securing TV -Kids? I know this may be a slight over reaction, but whats the best way to secure a flat screen tv to top it rolling forwards? I have noticed in the recent weeks, my kids are smacking their hands on the screen (screen protector in place) when wayballoo comes on (they are 15 months old so don't know its not right) but I have noticed the screen swaying back and forth. The idea I had when moving into my current house, was to wall mount it and take it out of reach, but that idea is out of the window due to cardboard walls. Because of this, I am currently using some photograph frame wire wrapped around the velcro straps of the screen protector and a shelf behind, but it doesn't look strong enough. What is the best way to secure the tv so it doesn't fall backwards and more importantly, forwards in the event one of the kids manages to push it? I'm not looking to replace the tv cabinet as I only bought it at the start of the year and I quite like it. Any ideas/advice would be most appreciated.

10-12-2009, 01:11	#2
bobcar Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 14,718	The best way is probably to wall mount it even though you're happy with your cabinet. Don't worry about the walls there's always some way to fix it securely.

10-12-2009, 09:05	#3
bluechang Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 2,836	As I mentioned in the OP, the walls are not suitable for wall mounting my plasma. I don't have the option to strengthen the wall to take the tv as its a rental property so any options to secure the tv would need to be removable with as little damage to the walls as possible.

10-12-2009, 10:12	#4
grahamlthompson Forum Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Redditch Worcs Posts: 17,293	Quote: Originally Posted by bluechang I know this may be a slight over reaction, but whats the best way to secure a flat screen tv to top it rolling forwards? I have noticed in the recent weeks, my kids are smacking their hands on the screen (screen protector in place) when wayballoo comes on (they are 15 months old so don't know its not right) but I have noticed the screen swaying back and forth. The idea I had when moving into my current house, was to wall mount it and take it out of reach, but that idea is out of the window due to cardboard walls. Because of this, I am currently using some photograph frame wire wrapped around the velcro straps of the screen protector and a shelf behind, but it doesn't look strong enough. What is the best way to secure the tv so it doesn't fall backwards and more importantly, forwards in the event one of the kids manages to push it? I'm not looking to replace the tv cabinet as I only bought it at the start of the year and I quite like it. Any ideas/advice would be most appreciated. All Sony TV's have a provision at the rear of the stand base to secure the base to its stand. Check yours it may be similar

10-12-2009, 11:22	#5
gomezz Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Buckingham Posts: 28,590	Quote: Originally Posted by bluechang (they are 15 months old so don't know its not right) But are at a perfect age to start learning right from wrong.

10-12-2009, 11:43	#6
chrisjr Forum Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Reading Posts: 27,916	My previous TV had a couple of hooks in the box that screwed into the top corners of the screen at the rear. These were intended to be used with chains secured to a hook in the wall. And as i recall it also had screw holes in the base so you could screw the base to the cabinet. Which along with the chains meant the telly wasn't going very far if you knocked into it. Not sure if my current telly has the hooks (might still be in the plastic bag the remote etc was in) but it does have a screw hole in the base. If the TV has fixings for a wall mount then I wonder if these could be used? If you have a bit of DIY ability perhaps you could secure a chain or two to these and attach the other end of the chain(s) to the rear of the stand/cabinet. If you don't want to or can't drill into the walls that may be a viable alternative. Most flat panel TVs I've seen have a set of screw holes on the back to attach a mounting bracket. I'd be surprised if your's didn't.

10-12-2009, 12:03	#7
stud u like Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: The Sunny Side Of The Street Posts: 40,105	Either tie your kids up or don't let them watch television unattended.

10-12-2009, 12:29	#8
gomezz Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Buckingham Posts: 28,590	Or let them watch TV on an old solid lump of a CRT in their bedroom / playroom.

10-12-2009, 12:34	#9
bluechang Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 2,836	Quote: Originally Posted by gomezz But are at a perfect age to start learning right from wrong. definitely agree and we are starting to do that now. if one of the girls does start patting the tv with their hands, they get moved away from the area whilst saying No. I have considered buying a couple of lengths of timber and attaching them onto the rear of the cabinet vertically and attach the tv to that somehow with something slightly stronger than photograph mounting wire.

10-12-2009, 12:37	#10
bluechang Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 2,836	Quote: Originally Posted by gomezz Or let them watch TV on an old solid lump of a CRT in their bedroom / playroom. I have triplets so tv in every room is a complete non starter. Will probably just try and modify the cabinet with vertical struts at the back as i wrote in the post above.

11-12-2009, 16:08	#11
bobcar Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 14,718	Quote: Originally Posted by bluechang As I mentioned in the OP, the walls are not suitable for wall mounting my plasma. I don't have the option to strengthen the wall to take the tv as its a rental property so any options to secure the tv would need to be removable with as little damage to the walls as possible. You can mount a TV on just about any wall, you didn't mention however it was a rental property as that puts a completely different light on it where you even have to worry about damaging the wallpaper.

11-12-2009, 18:20	#12
bluechang Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 2,836	Quote: Originally Posted by bobcar You can mount a TV on just about any wall, you didn't mention however it was a rental property as that puts a completely different light on it where you even have to worry about damaging the wallpaper. I am probably going to make an L shaped bracing which i will drill and screw to the underside of the tv cabinet (painted black) which I will then try and work out a way of attaching the tv to. Hopefully, I should be able to make it so that the brace won't be seen over the top of the tv, but will stop the tv rolling backwards off the back (the cabinet is in the corner with a fair bit of space behind) This would work, wouldn't it?

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