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About Project
Make your own Pottery Barn inspired Benchwright Media Suite Console for a fraction of the retail cost! This step by step DIY project plan features everything you need to make your own simple stylish furniture on a budget!
Dimensions
Materials and Tools
1 1/2 sheets of 3/4" Plywood, cut into strips 15 3/4" wide, 8 feet long, cut with the grain, referred to as 1x16 boards. For 1/2 sheet, cut into strips 4 feet long, with the grain. Plywood as shown in plan is PureBond Alder.
1 sheet 1/4" plywood for the back
4 - 1x2 @ 8 feet long
4 - 2x2 @ 8 feet long
1 - 1x6 @ 6 feet long
3 - 1x3 @ 8 feet long
1 sheet acrylic glass 1/4" thick, 30" x 24"
6 knobs
4 sets Euro Style Hinges
Cut List
2 - 1x16 @ 26 1/4" (Sides)
4 - 1x2 @ 15 3/4" (Side Trim)
6 - 2x2 @ 29 1/4" (Legs)
3 - 1x16 @ 55" (Main Shelves and Top)
1 - 1x16 @ 17 1/2" (Center Divider)
4 - 2x2 @ 26 3/4" (Bottom Trim)
8 - 1x2 @ 26 3/4" (Top Door Area Trim)
2 - 1x3 @ 19 3/4" (Top Breadboard Ends)
1 - 1x3 @ 55" (Top Front)
1 - 1x2 @ 55" (Top Back)
2 - 1x16 @ 27 1/8" (Shelves)
1 - 1/4" plywood 58" x 26 1/2" (Back)
2 - 1x6 @ 26 1/2" (Doors - CUT TO FIT)
4 - 1x3 @ 17 1/4" (Door Frames - CUT TO FIT)
4 - 1x3 @ 21 1/2" (Door Frames - CUT TO FIT)
General Instructions
Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginning this project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section. Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straight boards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes before attaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Good luck!
Step 1
Go through the plan and mark and predrill all Kreg Jig pocket holes prior to assembly.
Glue and nail side trim to outsides of the sides, flush with top and bottom edges as shown in diagram.
Step 2
Through predrilled pocket holes, attach legs to sides with 1 1/4" pocket hole screws. Do this on both sides.
Step 3
Mark the sides as shown in diagram and attach two main shelves with pocket holes.
Step 4
Carefully mark location of center divider and attach with 1 1/4" pocket hole screws.
Step 5
Measure the legs as done in step 3 to avoid sagging in the middle of your project and mark. Attach center legs exactly as spaced with outer legs, through predrilled pocket holes, using 1 1/4" pocket hole screws.
Step 6
Attach bottom trim, flush on top.
Step 7
Top trim needs to be added on front and back.
Step 8
Build your top on a flat level surface, using clamps to ensure a smooth, even joint.
Step 9
Mark the top 1" in on front and sides. Attach as shown in diagram.
NOTE: You may wish to install the 1x6 doors BEFORE adding the top if you do not have a right angle drill - or at least the hinges. See step #12.
Step 10
Shelves can be installed with either 3/4" pocket holes and 1 1/4" pocket hole screws for fixed shelves, or you can predrill holes for use with shelf pins for adjustable shelves.
Step 11
Cut the back from your 1/4" sheet of plywood. Tack on with 1 1/4" finish nails and wood glue.
Step 12
Cut your 1x6 boards to fit the door openings. Install with the Euro hinges, shown below:
Step 13
Measure the openings of your cabinet and build doors 1/4" smaller overall. Attach acrylic glass to backs and install in cabinet with Euro hinges.
Finishing Instructions
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YAAAAY!
Thanks, Ana!
Very nice!
This looks beautiful Ana. Thanks for another great project.
Does anyone know where to get
Does anyone know where to get knobs like the ones in this collection? I have been eyeing the coffee table too, would love those plans...
Thanks!
source for knobs
http://www.leevalley.com/en/hardware/index.aspx
try lee valley
TOP PIECE
Hey Ana, how do we attach the top piece? the diagram points to a screwhole being used for the side pieces, right? thanks for your help and the plan...it is turning out beautiful so far!
looking for similar knobs
Try lee Valley hardware hey have a pretty extensive selection
http://www.leevalley.com/en/hardware/index.aspx
Svp, du français
Bonsoir,
Vous avez un super beau site, seulement, si on pouvait avoir un peu de français, ça serait exytaordinaire!!!
Merci
Attaching top?
I have the same question as Megan W. above and I'm really hoping to build this this week. How do you attach the top? The diagram points to a screwhole which is used to attach the side pieces. I know the easiest thing to do would be to attach with nails from the top, but I had hoped to avoid the visible holes. I know you are busy with the Momplex (Awesome job, by the way, I can't believe what you guys are capable of!) but would appreciate the clarification.
Thanks for all the great plans!
Sherry
Attaching Top
I just drove a couple 1 1/4" self tapping pocket hole screws up through the top rail (the piece above the top doors) into the top. You're really just holding it in place since picking the whole unit up by the top would not be recommended (mine ended up being VERY heavy).
Thanks! I actually already
Thanks! I actually already built it, and did something similar. I predrilled holes at a slight angle through the top rail and used regular wood screws (countersunk). I still don't love that solution. We move frequently (husband is in the Cdn. military) and I am totally expecting that it will get lifted by the top at some point when I'm not watching! I do love the look of the finished piece!
Quick Question
This is exactly what my wife and I have been looking for. My question is where can I find the plans for the bookcases on each end? Also, does the remotes work with the electronics through the smoked glass when the doors are closed?
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