If you have purchased one of the new high-tech televisions then more than likely you are in need of a new TV stand. Whether you are remodeling the whole house, the living room, or just the entertainment center, there are numerous options for you to choose from. If your living room furniture is a very unique color and you want to reproduce that with your TV stand, then it might be best for you to choose a custom-made TV stand. This is also best if your television is larger than normal, or if you simply want to know who is behind the handy work of the piece.

Having a TV stand made to your exact specifications can be affordable, or very expensive. It is all determined by who you hire to make it, as well as the materials used, and the size of the stand. A hand-crafted piece of furniture also has a unique look to it, and will be a great addition to your home. Many people prefer a custom-made or handcrafted stand, so that they know that the quality of the product is superb and that it was made locally.

There are many websites that have free TV stand plans that you can download and give to the carpenter. Other people choose to let the carpenter do their magic and design it from scratch. Cedar is a great option because it does not need to be stained. It can always be stained with a semi-transparent gloss if you want a more modern look. Another benefit of cedar is that it will not attract any bugs and it smells great.

You can also purchase steel kits that will cost around $100. The stands associated with these types of kits are very strong and are available to fit almost any size television. It is easy to assemble the stand, and as long as you have a few simple tools, you can have the stand put together in no time at all. The higher quality kits will not only have a place on the stand for a television, but also a DVD player, a cable box, and DVDs. Some of the stands have glass shelving, depending on the price, which will add a much more modern look to your home. However, if your TV and other accessories are heavier, then shelves made of Plexiglas or another material will be more suitable.

If you decide that you cannot afford a carpenter or a steel kit, then it is very easy to make your own. The plans that were mentioned earlier that you can download off of the web were listed specifically for homeowner wanting a do-it-yourself project. Make sure that you sand the edges of the wood after cutting them so that they are very smooth. Most plans will require you to cut shelf grooves that are about one-half inch deep with a special router or you can do it by hand.

You can purchase shelves from most supply stores and they can be held in place with L-shaped supports. Drill holes in the two main side pieces so that you can stick in dowel pins. The wires from the TV and other accessories can be camouflaged by fastening them down the edges of the shelves and down the back. Make sure that you tack the wires down with a U-shaped tack so that the wires do not get damaged.

There are plenty of options for purchasing a custom-made TV shelf. There are also cheap TV stands out there that have been custom made. Building a custom-made stand will not only be a unique addition to your home, but it will give you relief in knowing where it was made and the quality of the product.

Posted: October 1st, 2008 under Uncategorized.
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