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replacement screws for TV stand

You would do better with a picture. In my last count there were a gazillion types of screws.

Better yet, take an existing screw if you have one and try to match as close as you can at the hardware store, Lowes, HD. The Lowes around here has a fairly good assortment.

reply to laura
To make it easier to match up the screw, Take one to the hardware store, and First try to find a Hex Nut that will properly fit on it... That will tell you the exact diameter and Thread pitch of the screw.

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reply to SparkChaser
Unless I buy a common screw/bolt, I always go to either McLendon Hardware (a small local chain associated with Ace Hardware) or Tacoma Screw (a regional chain). Both have much better selection than any of the big box stores, especially in case of a specialty store. There should be similar stores in most areas, and some Ace or True value hardware stores have a very good selection of fasteners.
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reply to laura
My old, True-Value hardware store has 3 rows of bolts/screws. 95% of the time they have what I am looking for (although not much under#6-32)

Most big chains have gone to blister packs of just a few sizes.

reply to laura
Thanks everyone. I took the stand to OSH and they helped me match it. I haven't been home yet to test it out but I bought 2 lengths so I'm hoping at least one works.

Thx!
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