Moving theories for big screen TV's....HELP !

[DJBlueRay]

I am moving across state to a new house. Any suggestions on how to do this with my current LCD ? Trying BB but they are not sure. Anyone out there have any good ideas on how to transport a 52 inch LCD without damaging it.

[Mr. Joshua]

My first question would be how long have you had the TV? If you could get a good deal on it sell it and get a new one. When you do your taxes write off your move and use the tax refund and that is your money back for the new Samsung LED. If that is not an option, I would see if BB or another store has an old box it would fit in and cover the TV with a sheet that would not scratch the screen, wrap with bubble wrap and if there is any movement fill with that popcorn stuff. Hope that helps.

[Mr. Joshua]

Strap it down on the moving truck also...

[webseeker2008]

Plenty Of Foam Rubber, Styrofoam,cardboard And Packing Tape!

[Spyder-Dan]

Originally Posted by webseeker2008

Plenty Of Foam Rubber, Styrofoam,cardboard And Packing Tape!

and then use a couple of thick blankets to wrap it in.

[VDogger]

I'm not an expert at moveing TVs, but here's what I would do: Get a roll of bubble wrap and wrap the entire screen. Wrap that in a couple of boxes (flatten them up first) and cut the excess cardboard. Tape the whole thing up and load it first in the back of the truck so that it doesn't move around.

I moved a smaller LCD screen (37") last year using this method and there was zero damage to it.

V

[DeadDog]

Originally Posted by VDogger

I'm not an expert at moveing TVs, but here's what I would do: Get a roll of bubble wrap and wrap the entire screen. Wrap that in a couple of boxes (flatten them up first) and cut the excess cardboard. Tape the whole thing up and load it first in the back of the truck so that it doesn't move around.

I moved a smaller LCD screen (37") last year using this method and there was zero damage to it.

V

I would do this and then place the TV between two mattresses for even more cushion. That way if anything really moves around you have a real nice pad to absorb the shock.

[Grevlin]

Originally Posted by DeadDog

I would do this and then place the TV between to mattresses for even more cushion. That way if anything really moves around you have a real nice pad to absorb the shock.

I just helped my family move back to South Texas with pretty heavy 42" I used one of the really soft fuzzy blankets wrapped around it (mainly to the screen was up against something soft) and tucked it in between mattresses. I then strapped the s#it out of it so it wouldn't shift. Zero scratches or problems.

The after market boxes cost $100-200.

[gearyt]

keep it on it's edge
If you lay it flat it will be more suseptable to damage

[greyrocket]

a reason why i keep my boxes

[Grevlin]

Originally Posted by gearyt

keep it on it's edge
If you lay it flat it will be more suseptable to damage

That may snap the stand and/or connection from tv to stand.

[gearyt]

Originally Posted by Grevlin

That may snap the stand and/or connection from tv to stand.

remove the stand or upside down..

there is a reason that they are shipped this way

[Rob J in WNY]

DJBlueRay,

I have helped move a couple flatscreen TVs before for people.

First off, if you can put it in your own vehicle, wrapped in blanket, so much the better, but if you can't, here's what I have done before.

First, disconnect all wires and power cord. No matter how tempting it may be to leave wires attached for convenience, they are potentially damaging if left in place during a move. Plus, the TV jacks can get damaged if they are stressed while connected - especially HDMI jacks.

ALWAYS use two people to move the TV. Period. Don't try to be a "hero," and certainly don't let anyone else try to be one with a 52-incher, either.

Wrap the TV in a large, plush cotton comforter. Do not use blankets other than cotton, for concern of scratching and marring the TV (even cotton can scratch if it is rubbed strongly enough). Wrap it completely, leaving no part of the screen or chassis exposed. Use an extra sheet on top if you have it. You may not be able to wrap the TV's pedestal stand, but make sure you cover the chassis thoroughly. You may even make the determination to remove the pedestal stand from the chassis for easier moving around. Up to you. Use clear packing tape and wrap the entire thing a few times around, securely, to hold the blankets in place.

Use caution when lifting a "wrapped" TV. Make sure you and your partner are holding it from underneath, lest the TV slip through the wrapping and fall to the ground.

If you have large sections of cardboard, or a cardboard box which can be modified to fit the wrapped TV fairly snugly, then place the TV inside it, and secure with tape. Roll up the power cord and tape it to the exterior of the cardboard if you fear misplacing it.

Stand the TV up normally for the move, on an extra blanket or towel if possible. DO NOT lay it flat. Make absolutely sure that nothing can fall down or spill on it. If it can be (carefully) strapped or secured to the vehicle, so much the better. I like the idea of putting it in between two mattresses, but make sure you are there to supervise when the mattresses are being removed. Mattresses ususally don't get treated gingerly during moves, and someone haphazardly grabbing and yanking on the mattress without knowing the TV is in tucked in there could cause a problem.

It's never a bad idea to stop after the first few miles to check and make sure everything in your moving truck is still secure. Immediately pull over to check if you hit a large, jarring bump or have to make a harsh driving maneuver.

Ahhh, moving is so much fun!

[dolphinc]

Originally Posted by Grevlin

I just helped my family move back to South Texas with pretty heavy 42" I used one of the really soft fuzzy blankets wrapped around it (mainly to the screen was up against something soft) and tucked it in between mattresses. I then strapped the s#it out of it so it wouldn't shift. Zero scratches or problems.

The after market boxes cost $100-200.

Did you use like 40 boxes?

I think everyone who mentioned the matress idea is correct and the way to go, moving trucks ride so rough so the more shock absorbing resistance you can apply should get you there without any damage.

You could always slap some antlers on it and strap it to your hood.

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