You've got this! 👊 Drop me a line with any questions you have and I'd be happy to help. I did study Costa's videos a few times before embarking on the process.
Ok, after a few days work, my cabinet is finally done! A massive thank you to 3 youtube channels without which i would not have been able to even attempt such a project. Costa, you were my main inspiration... you are truly a genius! Posing with peter, i used many of your tips, you were extremely helpful. Sixth scale hero, my fellow aussie, helped me source materials in Oz and i used manyof your tips also. I highly recommend watching the videos that these 3 pioneers put up before starting a project like this. Thank you so much again!
costa really inspired a lot. I couldn't thank him enough.. Great video, nice to hear other people's experience and other tips.... How thick is your acrylic sheet? I believe i got the thinnest option there is From your experience would you say it doesn't matter or a thicker glass will be better? Thanks & nice collection!
I used 2mm acrylic for the front and 3mm for the sides. I went for lighter at the front given the sheets are secured at height (especially the top shelf) and thought lighter would be better. Since gluing the magnets to the acrylic panels everything had been securely in place for around six months now.
Thank you for this video👍🏽. I'm using your tutorial to do my own case. I'm in the research process before starting to acquire the items. I have a question , when laying down the vinyl tape on the acrylic, when you do the 1-1/2 side, what do you do with the excess since you are using a 2in roll? Do you wrap around the excess and place the magnetic tape on top of the excess acrylic tape or do you cut the excess vinyl tape? I am seriously lookig at having black orinted borders instead and I'm looking at any local providers that can do that, but will do vinyl if the cost is too high. Has anyone tried screwing the side acrylic panels to the frame?? Since those wont move , is it possible to uses screws, washers and bolts? Thank you
Hi again, you wrap the excess vinyl tape around to the other side of the acrylic panel. The video tutorials by Costa at Popculture Living Room (which I have linked to in the description of this video) walk through this process in more detail. I think you may have already asked me about screwing in the side panels. Not sure if you saw my reply to this?
They are frameless display cabinets. I have made quite a few mods to these too, to add dimmable lights and matt black vinyl was applied to the shelves and back glass panel.
Amazing cabinet and video! I'm currently in the process of building my own. I'm up to the acrylic part. You mentioned that if you were to do it again you would get laser printed borders instead of the vinyl tape. Do you know where to source these at all please? I am based in nsw, Australia and am finding it very hard to get someone who does this.
I found a few local places that I think could do this, but I am in Western Australia, so that's not particularly helpful to you (sorry!). I would suggest looking up commercial signage businesses in your area, as they often do printing as part of the sign manufacturing process (and their websites should tell you what materials they can print on). An alternative option could be to paint a border on the acrylic.
I hear you! I've had this case for six months now and I love it. Before you start, I’d also recommend checking out my video on 5 mistakes to avoid with the build. There's some common, but avoidable, issues I run though - especially with the magnetic tape.
They are frameless display cabinets. Like the cabinet in the tutorial, I have added matte black vinyl to the glass backing and shelves and custom lighting.
@AncientwarriorOTK I got mine second hand from Facebook marketplace place so I don’t have an exact make or model, sorry. I believe they are available from shop fitting stores in Australia.
Great work! and nice choice for the height. We only get 3 shelves using Hart or Juggernaut garage shelves. I went for magnetic tapes for the lights, so that if we change the size of the shelves in the future, we can easily remove it. I just subscribed to your channel!
My display in this cabinet won't be changing as it's mainly for vehicles, which is why I have used individual back panels and a more permanent option for fixing the lights. Thanks so much for your lovely feedback and the sub! 🙏
Excellent build, love the lighting, did this a while back but got the idea from BogleArts then I found Costa's channel which is annoying as Costa had a better idea of attaching the acrylic panels with magnet strips as mine are attached with velcro strips but all in all there still pretty good I've gone with acrylic shelves as well as they let more light pass through, that's what I like about these there very customizable to the individual
Oh, interesting! How has the velcro held up over time? I agree, the concept is a great template for people to then make it their own. I love seeing the different interpretations out there.
@@sixthscaleshero it's lifting very slightly on the ends but considering I did it about 2 years ago the adhesives holding up pretty well for the most part
@@sixthscaleshero I’ve done all the calculations and quotes from plastic companies…… and can’t seem to get it that cheap. I mean it’s cheaper for sure. But the resell value isn’t high . I’m at like 65% the cost of the pro delivered modicase.
@@sixthscaleshero probably not ….. it’s so cost effective to a point …. Like everything is on track to be a deal record breaker …… untill the plastic element comes into it. Then the price almost starts to hit retail . So I’d rather go with retail and have warranty and stuff
What a great Tutorial and helpful video Helen! The end result is fantastic, and I can’t wait to see it with the Tumblers inside! 🙌🙌🙌🙌
Thanks so much, Joao 🙏 I’ll post some updates on Instagram soon!
Thank you Helen for organizing such a great guide on DIY shelves I'll be watching this on one thousand loop while building mine wish me luck!😂👍
You've got this! 👊 Drop me a line with any questions you have and I'd be happy to help. I did study Costa's videos a few times before embarking on the process.
Ok, after a few days work, my cabinet is finally done! A massive thank you to 3 youtube channels without which i would not have been able to even attempt such a project. Costa, you were my main inspiration... you are truly a genius! Posing with peter, i used many of your tips, you were extremely helpful. Sixth scale hero, my fellow aussie, helped me source materials in Oz and i used manyof your tips also. I highly recommend watching the videos that these 3 pioneers put up before starting a project like this. Thank you so much again!
That's awesome! Are you happy with how it turned out?
Yeah I love it. Made a little mistake on the measurement of the acrylic, but it still looks awesome. I'd love to send you a pic or 2.
Please do! I am on Instagram or my email is sixthscaleshero@gmail.com
Great video my sister girl. Was fun working with you, turned out great in the end.
Thanks, Bill. Appreciate you 🙏
Fantastic video mate! You are so clear, concise and descriptive. Very informative, helpful and well made content. Great work!
Thank you so much! Appreciate the feedback :)
Helen..awesome you have inspired me to think about taking on this job !! Fantastic video across the board !!! thank you Carlo !!!!
Thank you! 🙏 If you have vehicles or need a larger display space then I think these garage display cabinets are a great option.
You did an amazing job! Well done!!!
Thank you! 🙏
costa really inspired a lot. I couldn't thank him enough.. Great video, nice to hear other people's experience and other tips.... How thick is your acrylic sheet? I believe i got the thinnest option there is From your experience would you say it doesn't matter or a thicker glass will be better? Thanks & nice collection!
I used 2mm acrylic for the front and 3mm for the sides. I went for lighter at the front given the sheets are secured at height (especially the top shelf) and thought lighter would be better. Since gluing the magnets to the acrylic panels everything had been securely in place for around six months now.
Thank you for this video👍🏽. I'm using your tutorial to do my own case. I'm in the research process before starting to acquire the items.
I have a question , when laying down the vinyl tape on the acrylic, when you do the 1-1/2 side, what do you do with the excess since you are using a 2in roll? Do you wrap around the excess and place the magnetic tape on top of the excess acrylic tape or do you cut the excess vinyl tape? I am seriously lookig at having black orinted borders instead and I'm looking at any local providers that can do that, but will do vinyl if the cost is too high.
Has anyone tried screwing the side acrylic panels to the frame?? Since those wont move , is it possible to uses screws, washers and bolts? Thank you
Hi again, you wrap the excess vinyl tape around to the other side of the acrylic panel. The video tutorials by Costa at Popculture Living Room (which I have linked to in the description of this video) walk through this process in more detail.
I think you may have already asked me about screwing in the side panels. Not sure if you saw my reply to this?
thank you
Hi there. Thanks for this! Curious what are the two cabinets flanking the sides of the costa shelf please?
They are frameless display cabinets. I have made quite a few mods to these too, to add dimmable lights and matt black vinyl was applied to the shelves and back glass panel.
Great job!
Thank you! 🙏
Great info!
Thank you! 🙏
Amazing cabinet and video! I'm currently in the process of building my own. I'm up to the acrylic part. You mentioned that if you were to do it again you would get laser printed borders instead of the vinyl tape. Do you know where to source these at all please? I am based in nsw, Australia and am finding it very hard to get someone who does this.
I found a few local places that I think could do this, but I am in Western Australia, so that's not particularly helpful to you (sorry!). I would suggest looking up commercial signage businesses in your area, as they often do printing as part of the sign manufacturing process (and their websites should tell you what materials they can print on). An alternative option could be to paint a border on the acrylic.
I was in bunnies today ….. trying to figure this exact build out .
I can’t wait 9-12 months for moducase. So maybe this is the best option.
I hear you! I've had this case for six months now and I love it.
Before you start, I’d also recommend checking out my video on 5 mistakes to avoid with the build. There's some common, but avoidable, issues I run though - especially with the magnetic tape.
@@sixthscaleshero ok I’ll do that …… thanks so much
Hey love the setup... Can you tell me about the glass cabinets you have there on the side?
They are frameless display cabinets. Like the cabinet in the tutorial, I have added matte black vinyl to the glass backing and shelves and custom lighting.
@sixthscaleshero thank you, they look like the size I've been looking for for a while
Nice.
Thank you!
What are the 2 glass display on wax side of the empty one? Really interested
They are frameless display cases. They are a pretty basic glass case that I added custom lighting and matt black vinyl to.
@@sixthscaleshero link? Or name or where I can get some
@AncientwarriorOTK I got mine second hand from Facebook marketplace place so I don’t have an exact make or model, sorry. I believe they are available from shop fitting stores in Australia.
Great work! and nice choice for the height. We only get 3 shelves using Hart or Juggernaut garage shelves. I went for magnetic tapes for the lights, so that if we change the size of the shelves in the future, we can easily remove it. I just subscribed to your channel!
My display in this cabinet won't be changing as it's mainly for vehicles, which is why I have used individual back panels and a more permanent option for fixing the lights. Thanks so much for your lovely feedback and the sub! 🙏
Excellent build, love the lighting, did this a while back but got the idea from BogleArts then I found Costa's channel which is annoying as Costa had a better idea of attaching the acrylic panels with magnet strips as mine are attached with velcro strips but all in all there still pretty good I've gone with acrylic shelves as well as they let more light pass through, that's what I like about these there very customizable to the individual
Oh, interesting! How has the velcro held up over time? I agree, the concept is a great template for people to then make it their own. I love seeing the different interpretations out there.
@@sixthscaleshero it's lifting very slightly on the ends but considering I did it about 2 years ago the adhesives holding up pretty well for the most part
I am i Australia too and am thinking of doing a project like this. Could you tell me where you purchased your pre cut acrylic please?
Hi there, the acrylic was from Mulford Plastics (located in Perth).
Thanks so much. Great video btw. Awesome to see someone in Oz following Costas lead.
Thank you! 🙏
Acrylic is so expensive …….. I can’t find it anywhere where that cheap :( ……… quotes for over $700
Is that for one case or multiple? If you have any friends that are tradies or have ABNs maybe they can help you source it for cheaper?
@@sixthscaleshero I’ve done all the calculations and quotes from plastic companies…… and can’t seem to get it that cheap. I mean it’s cheaper for sure. But the resell value isn’t high . I’m at like 65% the cost of the pro delivered modicase.
@nicholasbazarow4135 I get what you are saying, but are you likely to end up selling it?
@@sixthscaleshero probably not ….. it’s so cost effective to a point …. Like everything is on track to be a deal record breaker …… untill the plastic element comes into it. Then the price almost starts to hit retail .
So I’d rather go with retail and have warranty and stuff
Fair enough.