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Hey All!

The measurements and layout of the Lappland TV Stand would be a great fit in my mudroom – for a bench and shelves and to provide a frame for a beadboard backing to put hooks and such.  That catch is, that it would be PERFECT, if I can turn it on its side – so that the 72″ width becomes the height.

Do any of you who have built and use the Lappland know if this would be possible?

Thanks so much!

Rachelle

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  2. I have this unit and love it. The 4 thicker boards that make up the frame are solid with deep screws. Safety in mind, you could drill in more screws for durability, it is particle board so be careful it doesn’t crack. Use wood glue for the smaller shelves if you want it permanent.

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  4. I’ve re-purposed several EXPEDIT units as benches, and the LAPPLAND you have seems to be of a very similar construction. As another commenter mentioned, the biggest concern would be proposed seating surface. Under compression (on a level and flat floor to distribute the weight well), you should be OK, but I’d add some shearing support so the joints don’t get loose over time and render the unit unstable. To that end, I’d cut a plank of 1/2″ plywood to the dimensions of the planned seating section across the whole width of the unit. I’d use a construction adhesive AND screws to attach the plywood panel to the back of the unit. Place the screws (1″ to 1-1/4″) liberally to all sections of the boxed frame. For example, each upright section should have two screws along the length, and one at each intersection with the bench or the bottom board. Because the sides will be hollow (between intersections, the construction adhesive should work in tandem with the screws to provide stability. Using large sections of beadboard to back the other sections (and close the unit) can be similarly applied to help resist shearing in the upper part of the unit that would be bearing a reduced load. With these improvements (costing maybe $30-40) you’d have a very durable unit.

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  5. It should be find if you put it on its side, but I think the bench part isn’t sturdy enough if you’re going to be sitting on it.

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  6. Be carefull! Joints will become in laterali position, and the compliance to laterali sollicitations will decrease sensibly!

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  7. Has the old Expedit tv stand been rebranded as Lappland? With that said, as long as you secure it to your wall, I think it should be fine. The stand can be a bit wobbly; I look forward to seeing your progress!

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