Which TV stand is/looks better?

[97tbird]

It seems now that getting a new LCD (40" or 42") TV is being delayed by the need for a new TV stand for our living room. at this moment we want something functional and looks decent, and not hi-end furniture.
Gail (wife) wants some space on either side of the TV so she can "decorate" a bit. so we looked at two 60" wide stands online, and we both like both, so I thought i'd check and see which one you guys think looks better.

(Stand-1 below, according to reviews can be assembled leaving the doors out, so I might do that for additional ventilation, although I have no products that get really hot right now)

Thanks a lot IA; Please vote for Stand-1 or Stand-2
..and please point out and mention any (+) or (-) things you might notice that we may have missed.

Stand-1: $299.00
Overall dimensions: 21" H x 59.75" W x 19.75" D
http://www.racksandstands.com/MFI-Nexera-420404-QB1345.html#additional

Stand-2: $253.00
Overall dimensions: 24.5" H x 60" W x 19.5" D
http://www.racksandstands.com/Prepac-EMP-6200-PRP1196.html

 

[Johnny]

I like #2

 

[Mr Nice]

I also agree, #2 looks nicer.

I don't like the legs on #1

 

[Quattro Pete]

Where are you going to keep all your A/V gear? Neither one of these seems to have a lot of space, and whatever is there will probably result in heat issue (insufficient ventillation).

 

[CivicFan]

Things like this are better kept for the wife to decide.

 

[dkryan]

#2

Actually, I love them both because there is no unsightly wiring running from the components to the TV!

Who makes those "wireless" components?

 

[97tbird]

Originally Posted By: Quattro Pete
Where are you going to keep all your A/V gear? Neither one of these seems to have a lot of space, and whatever is there will probably result in heat issue (insufficient ventillation).



None of my electronics generate a lot of heat...they run pretty cool.
and I plan to leave out the back and any doors out, so i guess that should provide enough ventilation.

 

[JHZR2]

#2 will be easier to get things in and out - wiring in a unit like this is a pain!

Figure out which has a better quality wood and veneer.

JMH

 

[97tbird]

about #2:
will 24" be too tall for a 42" LCD tv? the Tv's own little "stand" adds a few inches, too..

 

[97tbird]

QP:
do you like this one for better ventilation?
it also has no back ...

 

[asiancivicmaniac]

I like #2.

The 3rd one looks kinda unsightly.

 

[97tbird]

that's what I thought, too...but i think that's due to the white background on that pic.
Look at it with some stuff in it, in a more normal setting..much better I think:

 

[Quattro Pete]

Not bad, but honestly I'm really picky about stands myself. I can't seem to find anything that I like, despite spending hours upon hours sifting through websites and rummaging through B&M stores. Anyway, no big TV = no stand needed, so I'm set.

 

[97tbird]

would the 16" high stand be too low for a 40" or 42" inch (widescreen) TV?

 

[DmanWho]

I do like #1 the best - Looks retro... Very cool!

#2 Looks good too, and it does sit a little higher.

What matches best with the rest of your furnishings?

 

[97tbird]

actually all of them match well

 

[drivewaytech]

Definitely like the retro look of stand number 1. But honestly, if you know what's good for you, whichever the wife picks. ;-)

 

[01rangerxl]

I like #2 best.

 

[levi]

Dude, whatareyou - nuts?

Let the wife choose, and compliment her profusely on her good taste!

 

[97tbird]

well; that;s the thing : we both like both/.