We would be putting this in front of a window....is this self supporting or leaning?
1720542
It is self supporting. But to me feels more stable with something like a wall behind it.
1720543
I wouldn't put it in front of a window if I were you , I have mine against a wall for more support .
159835
I'm not a pro, just a homeowner. I suspect that the bottom is not tipped back enough, meaning that the bottom (or top, for that matter) is lower inside the window than outside the window. Perhaps the metal right angles that are supposed to be screwed into the window frame have bent.
1923377
Yes, my window that the unit is in opens sideways. I think you will be very happy with it.
1762467
My window has an outdoor ledge and I have bricks on the ledge to support it. I'm not sure if if really needs it - I do it so there's not as much pressure on the windowsills.
1680019
It's not very sturdy because of its light weight, and it becomes more topheavy when the item is placed on it. Perhaps it would be okay in a window display, but not near any kind of movement. Also, I use it for a hairpiece, and it doesn't sit on top very securely.
1984529
I have it on my window - but it is vinyl lettering. You could put it either place.
1234621
Either side works fine, we have it set up the tall way. It is very sturdy. Hope that helps.
693656
The perch hooks onto the metal lip of the window with the window closing securely against the perch. The weight is supported by two wooden legs covered in the material. You tighten supports against the wall under the perch. I think you could use it. It is very sturdy.
1845977
It mostly stands on its own. Leave a little room to allow some fold in the panels. Asked yourself, 'will it be bumped', 'will there be a weak or strong breeze', and adjust folds accordingly. If it is fully extended, it will need to rest on something. Keep it simple and it is a nice addition to any room, situation. Enjoy!
1585949
We use tension to attach the unit in our window. It is in an upper portion of the window, with the lower window pane pushed up to support the bottom of the unit. However, we do recommend the use of strong wrapping tape (packaging tape) to help to support the unit so that it does not have any chance to fall.
677814
It would not stand on a shelf without support. You could lean it against something and it should be fine.
1144796
The shelter is eay to put up. Be warned, the frame is not stable, if there is any wind the frame will bend!
596139
Ours sits pretty flat, but the support bar should have some play so you can adjust and get the net flat. We also place a weight or brick on the back bar which provides extra stability.
415787
I have mine in its side and I am using books to prop up the shelves. They do not have the proper support to hold much weight. Think knock-knacks, not books. It does hold a flat screen tv perfectly when on its side, but the inner shelves don't hold much weight themselves. Hope this helps
2127431
It is wood. We have it against a wall It would work ok as a stand alone, too.
1574565
Maybe a typical thin blue tarp to keep the wind out. There's not a lot of support, it folds up on itself in one piece. You might be able to put this in some sort of container if you want to try that. I didn't have to worry about the wind because we have it in the garage.
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We sometimes place ours on a 3-½" window sill, it tends to lean against the screen a little,with no problems