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TV stands have evolved in size, shape and general format as technology advances. The TV stand young people purchase today will be significantly different than the TV stands their parents purchased. Modern TV stands are taller, wider and have more functions beyond the piece of furniture that houses the television sets. Along with technological advances in television sets comes the need for more elaborate TV stands. This carries a higher price tag than many consumers are willing to pay for. Many TV stands on the market are practically as costly as the television sets that will sit either inside or on the unit. There is an economical way to having a modern TV stand without breaking the bank. That way is to build a TV stand by hand. For a craftsman or do-it-yourself type of personality, this is the ultimate home building project. For everyone else, it is a fairly simple project to complete as well. Start by purchasing materials at a local hardware or home improvement store. A little online research time will result in locating a desired template or blueprint from an online home improvement or projects website. The two things to look for in a TV stand template is ease of materials location and design format that fits personal need. There is a variety of wood styles to select from when making a TV stand. One of the best types of wood to use is cedar for its natural finish. The wood selection should measure into two planks in 90 cm x 60 cm dimensions. A thickness of 2.5 cm should also be obtained. Match the color of the wood selection as closely as possible to the other furniture décor pieces in the room where the TV stand will go. It will be near impossible to obtain a perfect wood coloring match. Just select something as close as possible to prevent having to change other furniture décor around the handmade TV stand. Another handmade option for TV stands is to create a wall or ceiling mounted unit. These units are created from steel or aluminum materials. For a price of approximately $100 kits utilized either of these materials is available at home improvement or hardware stores. TV stand wall and ceiling mounted units can withstand a great deal of weight. This is critical to ensure proper mounting of a television set and in some cases additional equipment such as a DVD player. These items can weigh approximately 200 pounds or more. Modern styles hold TV accessories below the television set on clear or acrylic shelves. There is a dual purpose for shelving units. Not only does it provide additional storage for TV accessories, it also provides support for television sets. A viable material is acrylic or Plexiglas. TV stands are an essential piece of household furniture. There are many varieties available that appeal to a wide range of audiences. The one thing missing from this market TV stand options is a sense of personal touch. By crafting a TV stand from scratch, this touch can be added with little or no effort. This would make sitting back and watching television all the more meaningful when the TV sits on something that was handcrafted. |