Building a riser. First time diy. - Blu-ray Forum

Infrared Sight · 11-03-2009, 07:50 AM

I uploaded a couple pics of where I want the riser to be. I have planned to build it using 2x12 wood. For the step I will use a 2x6, or just cut the 2x12 where I need to. I am planning to get new seats for the front next year, thus the project, so people can see the tv from the couch. Those front seats have seen better days. Too much jumping on them. lol.
The whole riser will come up to the 3 wall sides, so I can move the couch on one side for holiday time. The approx area will be 139"x64" I will be adding carpet to it as well as close as I can get to my current color. Haven't decided to do it myself or not. Need to research prices on that.
For the insulation I have seen some people put pillows in there. Would that be better then normal insulation? Opinions needed. Thanks.

My costs for the riser.
R30 Insulation:2@6.56 each
Safety Kit for Insulation:1@6.87
2x8x8 Wood:6@4.68 each
2x12x12 Wood:3@12.35 each
2X12X8 Wood:1@8.23
19/32x4x8 Plywood:3 OSB Rated@9.97 each
Screws:1 box 2" Gold Screw@5.94
Carpet:12'x9'@85.56
Padding:6x9 2@32.67
Installation:75.00

Total=Around $355

vega2K · 11-03-2009, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Infrared Sight

I uploaded a couple pics of where I want the riser to be. I have planned to build it using 2x12 wood. For the step I will use a 2x6, or just cut the 2x12 where I need to. I am planning to get new seats for the front next year, thus the project, so people can see the tv from the couch. Those front seats have seen better days. Too much jumping on them. lol.
The whole riser will come up to the 3 wall sides, so I can move the couch on one side for holiday time. The approx area will be 139"x64" I will be adding carpet to it as well as close as I can get to my current color. Haven't decided to do it myself or not. Need to research prices on that.
For the insulation I have seen some people put pillows in there. Would that be better then normal insulation? Opinions needed. Thanks.

I just checked out your Gallery - Man I love those lightsabers!

IMO, doing it yourself is the way to go. I would say if you have the tools and the physical means (even if it's your first time) do it! Building the riser sounds pretty straight forward, not easy, but it is relatively risk-free (no walls need to be torn down or electrical work).

I would go with insulation from Home Depot or Lowes and not go the pillow route. Since it will be sitting on the floor, I would rather have true insulation get wet by accident, than pillows. The layout I see in your gallery looks good. I like how the riser will be surrounded by walls or partial walls, it should look good.

Do the research, think it through from start to finish, draw it out on paper with measurements if possible and then just do it! Good Luck and keep us posted.

sinister184 · 11-04-2009, 05:23 AM

I apologize that this question isnt entirely related to your topic, but Your placement seems a bit peculiar to me. Obviously everyone has different tastes and priorities but im curious as to why you set up your theater where you have it, as apposed to the wall where your posters are, or even the nook where the couch is. Just wondering

Infrared Sight · 11-04-2009, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by sinister184

I apologize that this question isnt entirely related to your topic, but Your placement seems a bit peculiar to me. Obviously everyone has different tastes and priorities but im curious as to why you set up your theater where you have it, as apposed to the wall where your posters are, or even the nook where the couch is. Just wondering

Well, the room is longer the way I have it set up, 12'x17'. I always wanted to build a riser for 2 rows of seating, so I had to put my seating at the window because where the tv is is my front door to my house right there, and the door by my speaker is where my food is. No good sized couch would fit there. Plus if I were to put my tv and stuff by the window, then when my front door is opened, people could see it and we don't want any temptation from the outside.

I did put a ton of thought into my placement even before I bought this house. Although a separate room would have been nice instead of the living room, its all I could afford at the time, and its worked out great for me so far.

Deadset · 11-04-2009, 03:15 PM

I must say the wall of lightsabers is awesome.

Infrared Sight · 11-07-2009, 12:09 AM

I have updated my gallery with the construction progress.It looks awesome and sturdy as a rock. I will be buying carpet and laying that hopefully within the next week.

Hammie · 11-07-2009, 12:31 AM

Nice start! Thanks for sharing the progress.

crazyBLUE · 11-07-2009, 12:36 AM

I agree with lou ! looks good & keep posting pics as you go .

Hammie · 11-07-2009, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

I agree with lou ! looks good & keep posting pics as you go .

Have you watched G.I. Joe yet?

crazyBLUE · 11-07-2009, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by louhamilton

Have you watched G.I. Joe yet?

Why yes I did ! I always watch A first time movie as soon as possible .

I thought it was A good movie , Different , Good special affects , 2 hot chicks

~ It was worth the Blind buy & will be watched again lou !!!

Hammie · 11-07-2009, 01:21 AM

I feel the same way. I'm glad that I blind bought it, too.

A little too violent for the kids though. Transformers 1 & 2 were better for them.

crazyBLUE · 11-07-2009, 01:32 AM

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Originally Posted by louhamilton

I feel the same way. I'm glad that I blind bought it, too.

A little too violent for the kids though. Transformers 1 & 2 were better for them.

I agree with A little much for the kids yet . But it was For sure worth getting .
What I liked for A new movie it had its own original story line !

Jenn Just left & knocked on my door & said I have 4 hours or so to play !! She is cool

Aerodude73 · 11-07-2009, 01:42 AM

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Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

I agree with A little much for the kids yet. But it was For sure worth getting. What I liked for A new movie it had its own original story line! Jenn Just left & knocked on my door & said I have 4 hours or so to play!! She is cool

Lol. Yea, I thought it was an okay/decent flick overall. I bet it Looks & Sounds great on Bluray. How was the PQ on your Big Screen & was the Audio as awesome as I hope it is?

crazyBLUE · 11-07-2009, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Aerodude73

Lol. Yea, I thought it was an okay/decent flick overall. I bet it Looks & Sounds great on Bluray. How was the PQ on your Big Screen & was the Audio as awesome as I hope it is?

The PQ was great on the Big Screen Aero . Audio Was ~~~~~~~ I'm not going to tell you , I had the TV speakers on !

Of course the audio was DTS ~ need I say more

It had A real good sound track to it , I got to hear it at Ref.

vega2K · 11-07-2009, 01:53 AM

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Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

I agree with A little much for the kids yet . But it was For sure worth getting .
What I liked for A new movie it had its own original story line !

Jenn Just left & knocked on my door & said I have 4 hours or so to play !! She is cool

.....Play......... with her?????....................Man she is cool!!!!!!!!!!!

Infrared,

Fantastic work! Once the carpet is put on, it is going to look awesome! I suggest adding rope lights and plug them right into the outlet!

crazyBLUE · 11-07-2009, 01:58 AM

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Originally Posted by vega2K

.....Play......... with her?????....................Man she is cool!!!!!!!!!!!

Ok ~ I think we are getting off topic Here in someones thread !

She will be gone for that long Vega

Aerodude73 · 11-07-2009, 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by crazyBLUE

The PQ was great on the Big Screen Aero . Audio Was ~~~~~~~ I'm not going to tell you , I had the TV speakers on !

Of course the audio was DTS ~ need I say more

It had A real good sound track to it , I got to hear it at Ref.

You did NOT watch it with TV Speakers, nut. Nice try tho'.

So Jenn let you listen to it LOUDLY huh? Guess she Is cool!

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Originally Posted by vega2K

.....Play......... with her?????....................Man she is cool!!!!!!!!!!!

(not quite, I don't think)

crazyBLUE · 11-07-2009, 02:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Aerodude73

You did NOT watch it with TV Speakers, nut. Nice try tho'.

So Jenn let you listen to it LOUDLY huh? Guess she Is cool!

(not quite, I don't think)

I saw it this afternoon when everyone in the Building was at work Aero . She Just left to go play with her friends .
I have the 2 channel louder than it would normally be now

Infrared Sight · 11-07-2009, 02:24 AM

Geez, you guys sure can derail a thread.

Oh Well, makes my thread look more important.

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Originally Posted by vega2K

Infrared, Fantastic work! Once the carpet is put on, it is going to look awesome! I suggest adding rope lights and plug them right into the outlet!

Thanks, and that is the plan.

crazyBLUE · 11-07-2009, 02:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Infrared Sight

Geez, you guys sure can derail a thread.

Oh Well, makes my thread look more important.

Thanks, and that is the plan.

Good , You took that well Infrared !!! We can Keep this thread going all night !

Do keep the pics coming , I want to see the finished Product !!

11-03-2009, 07:50 AM	#1
Infrared Sight Expert Member Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Southern Utah Home Theater Gallery:65 4K collection:26 Blu-ray collection:630 Trading Score:38	Building a riser. First time diy. I uploaded a couple pics of where I want the riser to be. I have planned to build it using 2x12 wood. For the step I will use a 2x6, or just cut the 2x12 where I need to. I am planning to get new seats for the front next year, thus the project, so people can see the tv from the couch. Those front seats have seen better days. Too much jumping on them. lol. The whole riser will come up to the 3 wall sides, so I can move the couch on one side for holiday time. The approx area will be 139"x64" I will be adding carpet to it as well as close as I can get to my current color. Haven't decided to do it myself or not. Need to research prices on that. For the insulation I have seen some people put pillows in there. Would that be better then normal insulation? Opinions needed. Thanks. My costs for the riser. R30 Insulation:2@6.56 each Safety Kit for Insulation:1@6.87 2x8x8 Wood:6@4.68 each 2x12x12 Wood:3@12.35 each 2X12X8 Wood:1@8.23 19/32x4x8 Plywood:3 OSB Rated@9.97 each Screws:1 box 2" Gold Screw@5.94 Carpet:12'x9'@85.56 Padding:6x9 2@32.67 Installation:75.00 Total=Around $355 Last edited by Infrared Sight; 11-18-2009 at 02:52 AM.

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11-04-2009, 05:23 AM	#3
sinister184 Special Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:FL, USA Home Theater Gallery:4 4K collection:52 Blu-ray collection:593 Blu-ray reviews:7 Trading Score:17	I apologize that this question isnt entirely related to your topic, but Your placement seems a bit peculiar to me. Obviously everyone has different tastes and priorities but im curious as to why you set up your theater where you have it, as apposed to the wall where your posters are, or even the nook where the couch is. Just wondering

11-04-2009, 03:15 PM	#5
Deadset Man in the Box Top contributor Member since:Jan 2007 Home Theater Gallery:28 4K collection:247 Blu-ray collection:2479 DVD collection:214 iTunes collection:3 Prime collection:52 Blu-ray reviews: 14 Trading Score:34	I must say the wall of lightsabers is awesome.

11-07-2009, 12:09 AM	#6
Infrared Sight Expert Member Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Southern Utah Home Theater Gallery:65 4K collection:26 Blu-ray collection:630 Trading Score:38	I have updated my gallery with the construction progress.It looks awesome and sturdy as a rock. I will be buying carpet and laying that hopefully within the next week.

11-07-2009, 12:31 AM	#7
Hammie Blu-ray Champion Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:May 2008 Location:Washington, DC Metro Home Theater Gallery:53 Blu-ray collection:545 DVD collection:12 Trading Score:12	Nice start! Thanks for sharing the progress.

11-07-2009, 12:36 AM	#8
crazyBLUE Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:Pacific Northwest Home Theater Gallery:89 Blu-ray collection:479 DVD collection:1 Blu-ray reviews: 38 Trading Score:30	I agree with lou ! looks good & keep posting pics as you go .

11-07-2009, 01:21 AM	#11
Hammie Blu-ray Champion Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:May 2008 Location:Washington, DC Metro Home Theater Gallery:53 Blu-ray collection:545 DVD collection:12 Trading Score:12	I feel the same way. I'm glad that I blind bought it, too. A little too violent for the kids though. Transformers 1 & 2 were better for them.

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