tv stand

[jhoffs_ht]

so i am looking to build a custom modern tv stand

14 inches high
64 inches long
20 inches wide

what kind of materials should i use?
i know wood, but what kind?

heres a pic of what i am looking to build

[NorCo_1806]

Will you be painting or staining?
Are you looking for slick/sleek or "traditional"?
What building experience do you have? Tools?
We need to know more about who and what we're dealing with here.

I converted an old dresser into my TV stand with basic hand tools and knowledge. If I'd had an actual work shop, I could have done better, maybe.

Do you have a price range for materials?
Might that price range cover some of the pre-made products? There are tons!!

Give us some more, we'll give you more back....thanks

[NorCo_1806]

Some reason your picture didn't load for me the first time. Check out this post....couple guys with a simple, in-expensive set-up with IKEA products that look like what you've drawn out.

[jhoffs_ht]

Originally Posted by NorCo_1806

Some reason your picture didn't load for me the first time. Check out this post....couple guys with a simple, in-expensive set-up with IKEA products that look like what you've drawn out.

thats what i am looking for.
i searched the forums, and that wasnt in the search.

[My_Two_Cents]

If you have the tools and some amount of skill, you can make just about anything out of 3/4" oak/birch plywood. To finish the edges, you can attatch solid strips, decorative edging or simply buy iron-on wood edging that matches your plywood. Both shelf units and the entertainment center in my HT were built that way (by me).

[jhoffs_ht]

ikea would be $$$$ to ship to my house.
But after do some research, i could build it myself.

[NorCo_1806]

Originally Posted by jhoffs_ht

ikea would be $$$$ to ship to my house.
But after do some research, i could build it myself.

Yeah, it's like thy're shipping from Sweden!! I don't understand why they can't ship from the US?

You're right though, you could build that. If you're going to paint it, or otherwise cover it, I'd recommend MDF.

[jhoffs_ht]

mdf can suport a 50" plasma?

[Rob71]

Originally Posted by jhoffs_ht

mdf can suport a 50" plasma?

With proper support, sure. 90% of store bought furniture is MDF. Having said that, plywood is just as easy to work with and gives a nice surface to stain.

[laie_techie]

Originally Posted by jhoffs_ht

so i am looking to build a custom modern tv stand

14 inches high
64 inches long
20 inches wide

Why so short? You want the screen closer to eye-level so you don't look down. May I suggest 30 inches instead? You could add a shelf for the center speaker.

[ZIPPO]

Originally Posted by jhoffs_ht

ikea would be $$$$ to ship to my house.
But after do some research, i could build it myself.

Is driving to the Schaumburg, IL Ikea an option? It's only 2 hrs away.

[Deadset]

Originally Posted by Rob71

With proper support, sure. 90% of store bought furniture is MDF. Having said that, plywood is just as easy to work with and gives a nice surface to stain.

Having worked with both, get the plywood. It's easy to work with but the main reason is weight. MDF is heavy. Very heavy. Especially the 3/4" stuff. Plywood is worth the extra $ for it being lighter and having a better finish to stain.

[jhoffs_ht]

done, cost me $10
found to book shelfs and put them together.
painted it black, and pow

[NorCo_1806]

Hell yeah!!! If it works for you, it works for me. Looks good....but..ah...could you get that diaper and the hair-dryer outta the shot

[ZIPPO]