Whoa, So after a few HOT HOT days down here, I can finally rest a little easier knowing that a project that has been in the works for about 8 months is FINALLY finished.
This is the first time I have tackled something quite so large, and followed through from design to production. I was originally thinking I would do a work in progress for it, but after convincing the wife I needed a domino to do the job properly, decided against it as it turned into a simple biscuit-fest to get it all together, and figured 99% of you know how they work and I would bore you with countless photos of similar processes. This, being my first large project, it was more about the final piece rather than the process, and as such I didn't dovetail any drawers or do anything tricky that only us woodies would look for/appreciate. That will be for my next project.
I purchased the messmate (which I suspect is vic ash - though I'm certainly no expert so I won't call it that until its proven) from timber zoo in Geelong. Great place to have a look around, and they are more than happy for you to select the pieces you wish to use. All very straight and machined well. The blackheart sassafrass was from Tasmania (who would have thought) through a number I got from here. Couldn't be happier with the slab and has turned out quite well I think.
When I first looked at the BHS I decided to incorporate a natural edge (bottom of unit) to keep things interesting.
Although it was a long process from start to end, the number of man hours wasn't actually too bad. I just suffer from lack of motivation quite a lot of the time.
As I wanted most of the av gear hidden when not in use, but easily accessible if required I figured magnets would be the best way to hold the panels in place. There are 2 drawers, and the rest of the panels are removable when needed. With my design, if ever the centre speaker is changed, or in the future we no longer use them, then I can push/pull the 2 units to suit the space I have to work with. Hopefully this will futureproof the cabinet for a while at least (my folks now suffer from built in units to house a crt tv and trying to fit a led tv into the space is a battle that can't be won).
Its finished with wipe on poly. Its the first time I have used this product, and I am quite happy with the results. I didn't get any run marks/pools and was quite simple to apply. I usually prefer oils but I figured to branch out and try something different.
Finally I would like to thank all the forumites who have answered my questions/offered advice and generally helped out along the was. I really do enjoy trawling through the old posts when I come across an issue, and love reading about other peoples adventures and triumphs. It really spurs me on and keeps me thinking how to achieve my own goals.
Although it isn't perfect (we are always our own biggest critics) and there are a few things I would definitely change if I was doing it again. And, lets face it, a few things I should have spend more time on. The biggest issue I had was making it out of solid hardwood, it was BLOODY HEAVY, and quite a struggle to maneuver it around. Having a smallish shed meant that the carport was where the final assembly and applying the finish took place.
Overall I am happy with the final product and I'm sure it will fulfill its duties well.
All C&C are welcome of course
and now its time to put the thinking hat on to get onto the next project!!
Cheers
Gab
Stack of Timber.JPG,
BHS slab.JPG,
Completed unit compressed 2.JPG,
Entertainment unit loaded.JPG,
Entertainment unit complete.JPG
This is the first time I have tackled something quite so large, and followed through from design to production. I was originally thinking I would do a work in progress for it, but after convincing the wife I needed a domino to do the job properly, decided against it as it turned into a simple biscuit-fest to get it all together, and figured 99% of you know how they work and I would bore you with countless photos of similar processes. This, being my first large project, it was more about the final piece rather than the process, and as such I didn't dovetail any drawers or do anything tricky that only us woodies would look for/appreciate. That will be for my next project.
I purchased the messmate (which I suspect is vic ash - though I'm certainly no expert so I won't call it that until its proven) from timber zoo in Geelong. Great place to have a look around, and they are more than happy for you to select the pieces you wish to use. All very straight and machined well. The blackheart sassafrass was from Tasmania (who would have thought) through a number I got from here. Couldn't be happier with the slab and has turned out quite well I think.
When I first looked at the BHS I decided to incorporate a natural edge (bottom of unit) to keep things interesting.
Although it was a long process from start to end, the number of man hours wasn't actually too bad. I just suffer from lack of motivation quite a lot of the time.
As I wanted most of the av gear hidden when not in use, but easily accessible if required I figured magnets would be the best way to hold the panels in place. There are 2 drawers, and the rest of the panels are removable when needed. With my design, if ever the centre speaker is changed, or in the future we no longer use them, then I can push/pull the 2 units to suit the space I have to work with. Hopefully this will futureproof the cabinet for a while at least (my folks now suffer from built in units to house a crt tv and trying to fit a led tv into the space is a battle that can't be won).
Its finished with wipe on poly. Its the first time I have used this product, and I am quite happy with the results. I didn't get any run marks/pools and was quite simple to apply. I usually prefer oils but I figured to branch out and try something different.
Finally I would like to thank all the forumites who have answered my questions/offered advice and generally helped out along the was. I really do enjoy trawling through the old posts when I come across an issue, and love reading about other peoples adventures and triumphs. It really spurs me on and keeps me thinking how to achieve my own goals.
Although it isn't perfect (we are always our own biggest critics) and there are a few things I would definitely change if I was doing it again. And, lets face it, a few things I should have spend more time on. The biggest issue I had was making it out of solid hardwood, it was BLOODY HEAVY, and quite a struggle to maneuver it around. Having a smallish shed meant that the carport was where the final assembly and applying the finish took place.
Overall I am happy with the final product and I'm sure it will fulfill its duties well.
All C&C are welcome of course
and now its time to put the thinking hat on to get onto the next project!!
Cheers
Gab
Stack of Timber.JPG,
BHS slab.JPG,
Completed unit compressed 2.JPG,
Entertainment unit loaded.JPG,
Entertainment unit complete.JPG
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