How to Build a DIY Custom Entertainment Center using Butcher Block
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- Опубликовано: 2 окт 2024
- Well be going over how to build a custom entertainment stand, using Birch butcher block.
The final stand is 19.5”H x 50”W x 19”D, but of course you can make one as deep, wide or high as you’d like.
Shout out to my sister and her fiancé for letting me use their table saw.
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Pre stain, Nice bristle brush, or wipe the stain in, which I feel shows more grain. Use a tack clothe to remove dust. More layers of finish. Use semi gloss finish for the first 2-4 coat, then finish with satin finish. Sand with finer sand paper between the final finish coat. Great job and I love the table.
Looks great and is easy enough to build. I think I'll do this to replace the two IKEA Lack tables my TV is currently sitting on (with a huge gap in the middle).
Very nice work, I love the look of the table. I have been watching your videos this weekend and I enjoy your content. I will be subscribing to your channel.
Thanks! It was my first time making something like this but it was a great experience from conception to creation
Looks Nice 2 points #1
Its for home theater so
#2 won't matter. But #2. Is in hifi you should fill the steel legs with dry sand, BB's because added weight
Ringing. Next 1 try it
Ray Charles had entertainment.
Thank you for such a great guide. I ended up making similar items:
-a coffee table with a top and one shelf, left the butcher block (birch) it’s original size.
-a TV stand with a top and one shelf that just sits on the feet with some thick felt pads protecting the butcher block. Left butcher block original size
-4 matching end tables.
The birch butcher block was cheap as it had some dents and dings which I used an iron, t shirt, water to lift the dents out.
-Finish was a Varathane waterbased gunstock color, which is lighter than yours and matches my hardwood floors. I used a pre-stain conditioner as well, which worked well to prevent blotchy staining on such a soft, porous wood.
- I went with Varathane water based polyurethane. 10-12 coats, allowing two hours to dry in between. I also sanded with 600 grain between each coat. Coats started to get smooth with good coverage at somewhere between 6-8 coats (I’d say this is your minimum based on my experience). I waited a week before using the furniture just to be safe. After 6 months, the coffee table finish still looks basically new so the finish is holding up well.
Thank you. Did you just use clamps on the metal rods to hold the middle shelf?
Yup. To hold both the middle and lower shelves
Quick tip: after applying stain, while it's still wet or damp, wipe it off with a lint free rag, going in the direction of the grain. Let dry then reapply a 2nd coat and wipe it off again. It will give a nice even coat without those dark spots.
Man! Beautifully done!!
Looks great! Very jealous but inspired to follow suit with my own version. Really like the idea of it being adjustable. Thanks
You make great videos! I especially appreciate the helpful tips given along the way. A good way to avoid small mistakes that would make this project less than fun :-).
I've been looking at some DIY rustic/industrial low TV stands builds, and this is one of the easier ones to follow, especially with such a simple, functional, and good-looking design. I am thinking of modifying your build to only have one shelf because I want to place this stand in front of my unused fireplace, which as a 2" hearth. Thank you for sharing your build!
Really nice unit dude!
butcher block? wow. but it's pretty heavy. it's not strange if it's very sturdy when it's converted into a shelf.
Love custom stuff. DIY is smart for certain things.
Nice work. Brilliantly done. Time consuming but we'll worth it. Wait until you have guests and they say " beautiful stand, where did you get it? Your response "Built it myself 😊😊". That smile alone is worth the time and effort Bruh!!!
Nice job.
Are there any pre-built tv/av receiver stands you would recommend?
Hamza anything from BDI, but they’re expensive
Amazing! This is just what I need. Where is the best place to buy the butcher blocks from? In Texas.
Home Depot should have a bunch
VillaMan - great project, thank you! Where did you buy the butcher block?
wow this was really fun to watch and inspiring... now I just need to break this new TV stand I have under my Sony 950G water 75" TV I saw on this channel be reviewed lol. Only thing I would add to this stand is something in the back to hide the wires. Great job man wish I had the skill or talent to do something like this.
Wowww! This is my father's dream! have a movie theater with an excellent sound system! but unfortunately the economy in Brazil doesn't help: /
Build it piece by piece and go from there. Good luck!
@@ThaVillaMan Yess! :D
U would be surprised how relatively affordable the pioneer Andrew jones speakers are and they sound amazing... you can pick up SP-FS52s for $150 a piece, start with 2 channel stereo and like he said add piece by piece like the villaman said... sometimes you can find good used gear too!
What speakers are those?
You da man! Safety first!
Always!
I know this is an older project, but do those clamps hold the weight of that shelf well? I imagine they would just slide down from the weight of the shelf and anything you put on the shelf. I appreciate your feedback!
Many of these DIY projects look cheesy. I can honestly say, I really like what you did here. I might actually consider this style of build. Along with using your method to make a taller and not as wide set for Vinyl record storage and turn table stand. Good work man!
I'm building a six-foot version right now. I noticed, after I'd ordered them, that the pipes and flanges you link to on Amazon are actually 1-1/4" instead of 1" like you used here. It's turned out okay, though. I grabbed a 1-3/4" forstner bit and went with it since the larger diameter pipe looks good with the 6' butcher block. I also used a spade bit after I got the forstner started because the spade can take out a large amount of the center of the hole much quicker than the forstner by itself. You end up with a lip in the hole that the forstner bit can sit on, and it cuts that lip really fast since the center is already cleared out. Thanks for posting this. I'm excited to see mine all set up.
Beautiful.🌹👌
A little curious...is that back door to your house or front near the entertainment center?
Hi tha_villaman i need help finding the crossover for a sony ss-cs8. What do i do to find it and what is the crossover?
Tha_VillaMan any chance you could tell me what the sub level ( avr ) sub trim and sub gain ( on the sub on your sb-4000 are?
Any one else click on this video in the dark and get blinded by your phones brightness going up to infinity?
Haha sorry, it’s because the video is in HDR
Great job Tha_VillaMan. How can I send you a picture of my living room so you can give me ideas of placing my speakers for my Home theater? Thanks
Beautiful..what did you use to tilt center speaker up?
Thanks! They’re some silicone isolation feet amzn.to/37b2i6N
@@ThaVillaMan thank you for quick response ..want to do that with my klipsch 450 center
Just built one for myself. Made mine a little bigger and different color scheme but came out excellent! Thanks for the inspiration.
For anyone watching… this was terrible table saw technique please learn how to use a table saw before using one.
Edit: power tools… replace instances of table saw with power tools… after watching through, it’s worth noting that this is not a guide on using tools just on design execution. Please learn how to use power tools before using them.
Looks awesome, would you install built in cable management?
I could, but I’ll be using Velcro ties instead
I am wondering if there is any stand I can buy that is close to your design. I need something that can house a big center speaker.
Dope diy though I was followed suit with the little joke you made before I get chewed out and spit out 😂
Nice. Would appreciate to links to butcher block.
I dig it villaman 👍🏼
Fantastic. You have great taste! You could start a business selling these units!
I would buy on win a flash!
One last step you could do is to finish it with paste wax and wire wool. It takes out the nibs out in the varnish (removes/flattens dust partials and imperfections) and gives it a semi gloss natural lustre, rather than the slightly plastic raw varnish look..
Good to know.. thanks for the tip!
Came out real clean!
Right? Thanks!
Maybe a little hearing protection while using a tablesaw.
My two hobbies are stereos and wood working. DAMN bud - you know your way around a wood shop!!! GREAT video!!
Thank you! That means a lot, especially since I’m still a noob at woodworking
Beautiful job ! love the 4khdr. I would think center speaker might vibrate as the middle shelve is only sitting on rings..
Thanks! The shelf alone weighs about 25 lbs, so it’s not going anywhere. It’s very rigid
Great project video man! That is one gorgeous stand!
Thank you!
Woodglut is nice for that.
I think I missed it - what feet did you use?
Are you still rockin the sb 4000 as your main sub for movies?
Yes sir
@@ThaVillaManis there a reason why you more partial to sealed subs currently?
I get confused about the flanges used. My intention for mid to lower racks will hold very heavvy gears like at least 50 ib. Can you tell the 4 flanges can hold the rack and the gear weight? you just tightened the flanges? Can you share the photos please? Thanks
I don't get it. Where does the third lowest part comes?
It is not in the video. Where do the feet connect ground while also holding the 3rd part.
Anyone?
Ok, the lowest part also held up with clamps. But still not sure about the feet!
I just saw the price of the projector and being retired and on disability I have the same chance of getting a Bugatti that I do this projector. This was still very enjoyable to watch and keep on doing thee great videos. My 75 in TCL will have to do for now :)
The finish turned out great. Love the color.
Very nice…wish I could make one. Love the butcher block. Great job!! Need more BASS!!!
corrections: you added 4 clamps to hold the weight of the middle rack and bottom racks? how reliable they are to hold the pressure of heavy weight stereo gears?
I like it. Personalizing your system always adds more value to it, imho. I may build a stereo rack with similar aspects.
Do you think the metal clamps are strong enough to have multiple equipment on a shelf? Like a receiver and 2 consoles.
At least you don't have those fancy tools that some carpenter use because that is their proffession. The way you did it is the way I may end up doing it. Thank you
Nice review, but is it possible to watch your videos in SDR? On my iMac screen it looks like all the whites are blown out and makes it impossible to watch and see parts of the video... (look fine on my phone)
You’d have to use a browser which doesn’t support HDR on the Mac
@@ThaVillaMan Ah, I didn't know that Chrome on Mac didn't support HDR. Works fine with Safari. Thanks!
What size is your screen if it’s sitting so close to the wall?
100” here’s the build video
ruclips.net/video/pZB5dnicQdM/видео.htmlsi=fsgAJvxPPJ0_qqH3
Man you rock.
Haha thanks man 🙏🏾
Looks pretty cool. I’m not a DIY guy but really loved your stand. Nice color too. How much did you end up spending on all the materials?
i made similar using granite as the shelves and treaded stud. so each shelve can be firmly pressed by nuts from top and bottom
Do you think this would work well using a 3/4in sheet of plywood instead of butcher block?
Great job!👌 would you have your centre Speaker placed higher, to have it at face to face when sitting down?
Thanks! I can’t place it higher because my UST projector is on the tip shelf, so I have it angled upwards
@@ThaVillaMan ok. My next buy is a centre speaker so I wasn't sure.
Oh ok. Yea, ideally your center channel will be at ear level
Where do you have your processor and other equipment?
In a rack on the left ruclips.net/video/PMB0AOLqeoI/видео.html
Good work 👍 yours video in hlg?
Thanks! Yes, they all are
So glad I found this...building one myself.. butcherblock top..perfect
Fantastic job! I'm looking to do something similar to this to get my center channel off the floor as it's below the projector screen and I only have about 2 feet of space to work with.
Very nice DIY, Villaman. What length pipe did you use?
Thats brilliant! I first wanted to use some brick type stones as legs but now I'd like to build it with the pipes and clamps! Are the clamps strong enough to hold the shelves with the speakers and electronics?
How much weight will those steel clamps hold each for those middle shelves? Genius!
A lot. I’d wager at least 100lbs. They’re all pretty strong individually.
@@ThaVillaMan I did not realize how heavy those birchwood block tables are. WOW. I'm going to try and find 1-inch thick ones. The reason is I want a 4 tier media console so that will get pretty heavy being upstairs. ☺
Clever - being able to adjust it when you get diff equipment is legit.
I gotta ask even though you may not answer. What state in NE. Mass here. Love the channel
Omg i love it!
I'm planning on doing one.
Definitely gonna keep this video!
Thanks! Good luck with yours!
i was planning on building a stand just like this. good thing i saw your build now i can make adjustable shelves, the clamps were a great idea
What a great project!
You should be proud of yourself for getting it done.
I like the simplicity of the design and your matte and stain choices. Good job!
Looks good, man. Like the style. Definitely understand building your own as most of the 'stands' out there are either crappy MDF boxes that cant actually hold your speaker and gear, to basically small hutches that are too tall with a top shelf made for a sound bar.
I love that shirt color looks great also. I check but u don't have that one.
Nice work, the only thing I do different and it really doesn't matter, after I sand the wood, I wipe it down with Mineral Spirits, fantastic work!
Good point, thanks! I might do something like that if I tackle another one of those
A very nice job and great video - Thanks!
Thank you!
Why does the pipe have to pass through the wood? If you cut and thread separate pieces of pipe, you can just attach the flanges and screw them in. Ok, I see, so they are adjustable. But, buy just getting four longer or shorter pieces of pipe you could have adjusted them also.
Changing out pipes would make things a lot more cumbersome and complicated than how I designed it
@@ThaVillaMan True, but...assuming you put some thought into the original spacing what cha want to bet you never adjust them? And did you test those clamps to see how much weight they would support before slipping? I have several amps that weight 70-75 lbx, but then that's on 20lbs on each clamp if I have it in the middle of the boards. But other than wishing there was somthing that could have been used besides those clamps, you did a darn good job!
I’ve adjusted them a couple time, but that’s strictly to accommodate RUclips reviews. In your case I would forego the brackets and use shorter pipes w/ flanges- especially if you’d have amp on them. Mine only needs to hold speakers
@@ThaVillaMan aha, I didnt realize you were mainly only goung to put bookshelf speakers on them.
Very refreshing presentation..u rock..
Thanks
What you used to hold the lower shelf on the pipe?
Bought one of your shirts Looks cool !
Awesome. Thanks for the support!
Love this. Going to build one very similar.
Nice! Good luck with it
Put the Center speaker on the top shelf if all possible!
Wadda bout protecting those ears brother!??!
Outstanding job. I'm planning a similar project and you definitely provided some inspiration.
Thats a really great Idea, Thanks for sharing!!!
Impressive and beautiful piece!
Can you list the supplies you used
Good job young man. 👍👍.
I missed it I think how long are the bars you used and what is the overall height of the stand? Thanks I’m thinking of making one I really like it
The bars are 18” and the overall height is about 19.5”
Nice job. I'm going to try this.
Nice vid as always man. I have a really quick question i just bought a vizio 65 quantum x and on some of your vidoes including this one i am getting these weird horizontal flashing white bars on the very top of the tv. Had me a little worried. My real issue is i have not been able to replicate it with any other hlg or hdr10 content. Only have been able to see it in a few of your vids. Let me know if you have any idea what it could be. Thanks!
Hey! That’s really weird and not something I experienced with the PX when I had it. Have you done a firmware update and if so, did it happen before and/or after?
@@ThaVillaMan I just got the tv yesterday and updated it before i used it so cant say if the update caused it or not. Thanks for getting back to me though!
Cool project. We did something like this as well, pic is here www.dropbox.com/s/6yesxxjjgr34mtv/av.jpg?dl=0 few of our changes. I wanted wheels on mine, so that I could easily move it... for me, it was mandatory. Those are 3 inch locking casters. After 2 years, they are doing well. Easily helped with them move. I also didnt drill through to make shelves adjustable. Not only it make it much easier, but obviously sturdier (at the expense of flexibility). Looking back, I would have preferred to have it flexible too, but at the time it wasn't possible as I build 2 of these and the butcher block came prefinished and the whole effort to remove finish, sand it, stain 6 very heavy pieces, was too much. Overall, very cool project!
Forgot to add. I didnt do adjustable because my components are 60-70lbs amplifiers and such and didnt think rings could hold them reliably. Right now, each shelf is good for 150+lbs.. My size is 48x24x1.5 Butcher block came as 96x24x1.5, so we had to cut it into 2 as well.
That came out great, I like it!
I had to drill through mine because I had a max height it could be (20”), so I had to get creative on how I approached it. Thanks for sharing!
@@ThaVillaMan Ya, for sure. We had alots of issues with removing finish and staining 6 things and such. I also didnt think those would those more than 50-70 pounds without digging into the wood. I do wish it was adjustable (sometimes) and if I could have another shelf there.
Love this video! In future if you slightly thin the poly slightly you will have a better finish. You will need a few more coats but the viscosity breaks down slightly and you have no bubbles or brush/foam lines. Learned this making a smiling style table
Good to know, thanks!
Step 1 , be a carpenter.
I’m not tho