DIY BEHIND THE COUCH SHELF

This DIY behind the couch shelf tutorial is all about how to build a floating sofa shelf from start to finish. This floating couch table adds functionality, especially with the hidden charging port. Bring Your Own Tools (#BYOTools​​ 110).
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[@foster9062]

Your sarcastic humor is right up my alley!!!

[@anandnunna1]

Wonderful idea! Very cool. I can see potentially adding some decorative storage, narrow side access shelves to make it more functional. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@parejeda]

Really cool! The outlet is a nice addition!

[@katypek6403]

Great video! I did a similar one, but with legs...wish I had seen this first and done it like a shelf - I had staggered the legs on mine so that my kitty could still sneak behind the sofa!

[@emmanuelcruz8097]

On my way! To Home Depot!!! I loved this!!!

[@camilarudorff]

Love it. Thank you for sharing

[@BKRcustommotorbikes]

Oh dang. You just gave me a great idea for my new workbench😀😀

[@jim60631]

This is a really neat idea however some things I would have done: integrate wireless charge pads along the shelf, way cleaner. As someone else said some recessed cup holders. Either way great easy project and something I'm going to do as well.

[@BYOTools]

Can’t have a wireless charger for a computer Jim and that was one of the main things I needed. But yes I totally get your thought if you didn’t need that. Thanks for watching Jim and your support.

[@jim60631]

@@BYOTools that makes sense! Great Channel. Wife and I are going to attempt your modern wall.

[@jettmekhi8083]

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[@jettmekhi8083]

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[@jettmekhi8083]

@Rudy Matteo it worked and I now got access to my account again. Im so happy! Thanks so much you saved my ass !

[@skyediy6557]

Nicely done

[@ktchpmn]

I love the idea!

[@BYOTools]

Thanks so much for watching and your support.

[@gladdenhandymanllc962]

Absolutely brilliant. Doing this next weekend.

[@dannystevens2620]

Its been 2 weeks did you do it bro

[@gladdenhandymanllc962]

@@dannystevens2620 I did, actually!

[@moicrux7112]

Great idea! Great video!

[@BYOTools]

Thanks Moi! Great to hear and truly appreciate the support.

[@rogerk1710]

Looks great Brent!!!

[@BYOTools]

Truly appreciate your continued support Roger. Thanks so much.

[@NirvanaWoodWorksbyJanie]

Great idea. I've seen a handful of videos of diy behind the couch "table" but this one is different in the way that you just directly screwed it to the wall. I'm not a fan of that for my walls and as some ppl have already mentioned the wireless charging would definitely be a must for us. And lastly, almost 1 Benji, Jul at a couple of dollars shy of $100, for the pop-up outlet???!! Definitely a heck no for me. Way more cheaper options on Amazon. Other than that, really loved the feather finish thing. Totally different

[@blyatberry7036]

Nice!

[@dotrio]

I’ve always heard they were called chip brushes because they were originally meant to be used to brush away metal chips when machining.

[@BYOTools]

Love that explanation Tom and that does make sense. Now I need to look that up. Thanks so much for watching and hope you enjoyed the video.

[@johnnyutah1053]

Looks great man

[@BYOTools]

Thanks so much for watching Johnny and your continued support.

[@didz2064]

Do you have links to the stabilizer items used for the lazer level? Not sure if my box of matches is the correct size...😆

[@naqeebahmad3275]

Can you please give the details of that paint on wall behind the couch. Thanks

[@M3fPCGFJSGDlORUbZAwK]

Nice shelf and instruction. Over time I'd be concerned about the sofa rubbing on the shelf edge and damaging the fabric. One could put boards on the floor to butt up against the sofa feet and the wall or some type of "padding" on the face of the shelf so the fabric isn't directly touching the shelf.

[@mariaherrera846]

Love ❤️ it

[@kalfaxplays7899]

nice idea to use magnets. haven't seen that be used before in that way. :)

[@killer998]

Did you make or buy that popup outlet thing?

[@Fpv___]

Cool

[@eco_guardian]

Brent you're looking scrumptious as ever. Great video. Still wanna know what kind of jeans those are. You should have an affiliate link to them. Lol Keep up the great work.

[@davidsanders5883]

Seam tape? Can you link that as well. Is there seam tape for wood? I’m pretty new at this so forgive my ignorance 😊🙃

[@ahmadfaiz8810]

I noticed that you didn't show the wiring connection between the popup outlet with the main outlet. Does it connect through a plugpoint, or do you need to make a rewiring through the wall outlet?

[@zakssophie]

Its a plug an play like an extension cord.

[@BYOTools]

Yep Zack is correct.luckily it’s just an easy and simple plug in. Good question and thanks for asking. Hope you both enjoyed the video.

[@douglasgilanyi5657]

Chip brushes are cheap, ratty brushes we use in machining to sweep metal shavings, or chips, off the machine components so they don't get into any moving parts.

[@robwalker8530]

What, no recessed cupholder, too?

[@BYOTools]

Damn Rob! I knew I forgot something... LOL! Thanks for watching and hope you enjoyed the video.

[@brandyromano]

I used to have that couch. I miss it. It was too big to fit into our current house.

[@matthewwilliams782]

Brand of outlet

[@adammabe5819]

BRENT! YAASSSSS! This is a brilliant little project! I couldn't love it more! I've been wanting to try working with that Ardex Feather Finish stuff for a while now...interesting texture. (It looks like a midway point between joint compound and concrete...is that about accurate, you think? Headed to Amazon to get me sum and will use your link for sure!) I love the pop-up outlet, and the magnet securing the side panel is oh so smart. I love all things magnetic and have them all over the place, but I'd never considered them for an application like this. (I use them on my table saw for a couple push sticks, a small tape measure, a pencil, etc.) This is one of those rare KZbin presentations that solves several problems, looks as good as it functions, and is so simple that practically anyone could do it...As the self-appointed president of your fan club, thank you for coming up with it! lol Made my day! it really is OBSBOY!

[@BYOTools]

Yessss Adam!!! Love hearing that and yes you are correct. It is the consistency of joint compound but hardens like concrete. I love magnets to and its always fun to use them in different ways like this. This comment made my day Adam because you never know how your videos will be received and I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks again for all of the love and support.

[@MsUndastood90]

Where did you get the laser & stud finder from?

[@BYOTools]

Oops! That would help if I actually add that to my tool list haha. Those items are now in my tool list in the description. Take a look and let me know if you have an questions. Thanks for watching and hope you enjoyed the video.

[@MsUndastood90]

@@BYOTools thank you!

[@chasescooper]

Great video! Cool idea with the surge protector. That Ardex finish though?? Whaaat? 😬 kinda looks like poop, but hey if you enjoy it that’s all that matters...

[@BYOTools]

LOL! Well I guess the finish isn't for everyone haha The finish in all honest is more subtle then what is shown in the video at the end because there aren't lights directly on it. Its fun in different in my opinion but get it bud. Thanks for watching and your support Chase.

[@willwork2fish261]

How much do you think you could sell these for?

[@thantran9304]

No wireless charger?

[@BYOTools]

Can’t have a wireless charger for a computer TT and that was one of the main things I needed. But yes I totally get your thought if you didn’t need that. Thanks for watching TT and your support.

[@brianbaker7890]

Couch Bar

[@Uscwaller]

Free hand cutting on the table saw!!??!!?!You’re a brave man.

[@BYOTools]

You must be ONE with the table saw haha! Thanks for watching Adam and hope you enjoyed the video.

[@johnmoody5785]

I’m not sure brave is the adjective I would use.

[@goldformation3838]

🤗

[@BYOTools]

Thanks so much for watching GF! Greatly appreciate the support

[@hamelechhaqiquin1520]

cause when you're done with it you toss it "chip it" cause their cheap. learned that in trade school

[@gillianbc]

I have limited DIY skills. I just put an extension cord under my sofa and made a small hole in the seam of the fabric between the cushions. My charger cords are threaded through that hole and I just tuck them back under the cushions when not in use. Only took 10 minutes.

[@bkelevate]

Inevitably it was less than a minute lol.

[@KaroMcDawgOfficial]

first!

[@BYOTools]

Well Done Omar! You are on top of it for sure and love that you actually have your notifications on for BYOT :) Thanks so much for the continued support.

[@shibuyaterminal]

The sharpie usage is triggering me.

[@schefold3376]

Hi man, I think now the result is not too nice like before.

[@GotYo6]

Should have added a few small Bluetooth speakers in their as well...just saying 😉

[@BYOTools]

Ooooo! I like that idea Steven. might need to do that in the future :)

[@jozosaravanja1626]

Can do surround system. When you want to watch a movie just pop them up. And front ones could be hidden in other furniture.

[@khj20012]

Your job is fine, but the comic front of the video isn't for you

[@BYOTools]

Ooooo come on KHJ. You’ve got to laugh at yourself sometimes haha! Thanks for watching