Can this bookself be able to hold a 42in tv either on top of it or on the top shelf?
310869
There is an anchor with the Bookshelf, so if it's a flatscreen TV you're speaking of, I would say, yes to on top. I don't know how stable it would be if you left a 'shelf' out to place the TV inside. But, I would say it should be okay with the anchor attached to the wall. It's really pretty stable for the price and looks great too!
310870
Top shelf could hold a 24". A 42" could sit on top, but would overhang each side by 6-8".
1078803
It is probably sturdy enough to, the sides of the tv will overhang the sides of the shelf. We have a 50" on it no problem. You can also remove one of the shelf layers to make it shorter and more stable.
1425888
The shelf has a specific weight limitation. If the 26" LG flat screen weight is within that limit then use it.
1327148
If you mean the very top of the unit, I'd say yes but Id glue or fasten permanently some of the middle shelves for stability. Otherwise it might want to sway. The top shelf is quite thick which is good.
2073705
The height is not adjustable. You do need to use the shelf in order for stability of the structure. The space for the television holds up to 52" so as long as your TV does not exceed that then the shelf should not be in the way.
1508041
Absolutely not! Shelf dimensions are too small: width, height. Unit is good to put books on and can hold small appliances, etc. Do not put a tv of that size on it.
650613
I would say no. This is a really petite stand. It has a really small footprint. Even a light 60" TV is going to swallow it up. It may not even provide much if any clearance between the TV and the top shelf, depending on the bezel. It's also definitely not equipped to handle anything overly heavy.
840479
No, as it would become extremely top heavy. One caveat... You may be able to accomplish this, but if, and only if, you firmly attach the rear shelf legs to the wall. Bottom line: I wouldn't use this shelf unit as a base for a 42" flat screen HDTV. A 19", or slightly larger, but certainly not a 42".
134187
No however we bought the tv stand and use it for our printer and other storage ie baskets, binders, etc. the TV stand would not be good for "regular" sized books.
1458740
It is holding my TV. So it probably is strong enough for a lot of books. But the shelves don't go flush against the wall (at least, mine don't), so the only problem would be the books standing up. You could lay them flat and pile them.It will probably hold a fish bowl, too, but I'd suggest putting it on the lower shelves.
109181
This cabinet will hold a TV that is 42" wide from left to right. Make sure you take the width of the whole panel, including speakers, if there are any on the side.
143154
no, and i wouldn't recommend it for a tv stand at all, heavy yes , books, collectibles, etc. when u put heavier items on shelves even the shelves out by weight you put on them and limit the amount of heavy weight you put on each shelf, if you are putting the unit on carpet fasten the unit from the top two polls on back of unit to the wall this will prevent the unit from leaning forward.
1141703
I have a 40" tv on it but it is not extended. Its seems really sturdy. I don't think it would be a problem.
1404582
The TV sits on the top shelf using the TV's stand. Two metal supports come with the unit to be placed between the two shelves to give extra support.You can see these on some of the pictures of the unit. No problem with our 50" TV sitting on this unit.
1865650
I have a 32" flatscreen on the top, the middle holds a 5+/- lb av receiver and a middle surround speaker. I just tried sitting on the top shelf with the tv still on it and it did not seem like it would break. I am just under 200lbs. I did not put all my weight on it but enough to know it can hold about 50 lbs without worry. Id even go as far to say it holds 100lbs on the top shelf alone but you shouldn't put anything that heavy on it either way; no tv weighs that much that you wouldn't just mount to the wall. It is really unbelievably sturdy for the material and assembly. slight wobble but not fall apart wobble. you would have to try to break it in order to.
1788489
I'm sure the top shelf would hold it however, it is not designed to hold a TV. This is a component rack, not a TV Stand. I have not tried what you are asking but, would advise against it and get a TV Stand/entertainment center.
800195
I would not suggest it. It is not that the shelf is not fairly sturdy, it just not it's intended purpose; so it was not really made with that kind of support in mind. The shelf is fairly skinny which is a great feature for space saving, but not good for holding a TV base. I would stick to a real table or tv stand rather than this shelf.