DIY In Desk PC Build - Retrofitting my old desk on a budget

I turned my existing desk into a PC using a handful of tools and roughly $50. If this is a project you've been considering, hopefully, this will show you what can be accomplished even when you're not a master woodworker with an arsenal of tools at your disposal.

[@VivekSingh-nl6hs]

I have done the same and man not only it saves space on desk or below but keeps it cool and virtually dust free

[@caspersmith7112]

bro thats a bomb ass hack for an older desk..gives me new ideas for a different desk

[@TheCaddy84]

That's really sweet. Was looking to build something with my granddaughter for her room and came across this. I Hope it's still running strong. Thanks for uploading.

[@FriendlyBandit]

I'm just finishing my build up now myself, and everything you said in this video is so spot on, hahaha, what a nightmare! A total nightmare, but a thoroughly rewarding one, hahaha.

[@captrios]

Looks awesome!! I love it. So much space for activities!!!

[@coolgreycustoms]

DId we just become best friends? lol

[@MrBl0m]

well done! love that you didn't have 1000 tools and pro stuff other DIY have.

[@Yoei.]

Grandma table turn to cool gaming setup, that was awsome man

[@coolgreycustoms]

Thanks so much !

[@cynthiasantiago3805]

Wow, so nice!!! Really great idea! Looks amazing.

[@coolgreycustoms]

Thank you!!

[@denton713]

looks good my only complaint is the raised picture frame you could tell you were getting over the project at that point I would of tried to get the acrylic flat additionally a lot of people try to fit a wireless charger as well

[@pubert_]

Awesome build, I love the vibe of your set up!

[@MegaSebra]

Good idea with the picture frame and glass, nice build 👍

[@blifamansmith3320]

Well done and thank you for taking the time and effort to share this. Has given me some ideas I have been putting off. GREAT JOB.

[@coolgreycustoms]

Thanks so much! I knew I was never going to actually get around to it until I started cutting so I had to just go for it

[@TheAfroJedi24]

this is absolutely gorgeous! just finished a similar build myself! it was my first PC build and I'm using it to type this comment! :D I did make the desk specifically for this using two sheets of acrylic with a couple of inches between them and some spots cut out of the bottom for the components to fit. i'm a complete amateur and have never worked with acrylic before, so I ran into some unexpected problems and the whole thing came out a little rough. I'll be spending the next few months polishing and smoothing. thanks for sharing I love your videos!

[@TheAfroJedi24]

I'd also like to note that your power button video was one of the many I referenced to help me figure out how to wire mine up. so thanks for that too!

[@coolgreycustoms]

Thats awesome! If you have any links to your desk I'd love to check it out. Sounds like a really big project. I was legitimately stressed this entire project because I had no idea how it would actually turn out. Thank you!

[@TheAfroJedi24]

no pictures yet. I had thought about making a video of the process, but forgot to pull out the camera until I was already halfway done. I'll upload a couple videos showcasing it and the bed I built it under in a few weeks. and stressing out is definitely relatable lol. I really almost gave up at one point, but I'm so glad I didn't! and I'm glad you didn't either!

[@coolgreycustoms]

@@TheAfroJedi24 Nice, keep me posted. And thanks again!

[@lilporkchop6496]

amazing looking desk

[@hinglemccringle5897]

it came out pretty nice. good job, guy. considering the editing and cinematography, i would've thought you'd have more views.

[@coolgreycustoms]

Thanks! Regardless of views or subscribers, I try to put out work that I can feel good about, so I really appreciate that.

[@felisyt3039]

That looks sick

[@MrsCoraChong]

Love it!!!!! Good job!!!!!

[@coolgreycustoms]

Thank you !

[@akuto2905]

This looks really hard .You are really good at DIY

[@coolgreycustoms]

Thank you! It wasn't easy but I would say it was more stressful than it was hard

[@m_adi]

Good effort

[@TanmoyDasIN]

I just wonder, does every DIY person here, has a full fledged factory in their house?! 🤔 .... Though I like this video for the practicality.

[@ksu3849]

Thats so cool. i have a guestion. What did you do with the airflow did you screw holes to the table or something else?

[@coolgreycustoms]

I cut intakes at the rear of the desk for 2 120 fans and cut a hole at the bottom for a single 120 exhaust

[@ksu3849]

@@coolgreycustoms Okay, thanks for the answer.

[@raymondsalinas8346]

Bro that's extremely original you should go in to business. That is cool no one has done that you should patent it.

[@coolgreycustoms]

Thanks Ray! People have done their own versions but usually they build a desk specifically for the computer. The challenge I had was trying to make it work for the desk I had with as little money as possible. I appreciate you checking it out !

[@picklerickle3871]

yer, I do the same and question myself halfway through a project, my ideas are bigger than my ability but normal pull through fine,

[@Dustin1009]

HOW DO YOU ONLY HAVE 191 SUBS!?!??!?!?!

[@brycemiller9604]

Can we get a link to the stand-off kit. I can’t find one anywhere. When I seat it I only get screws 😅

[@coolgreycustoms]

Sorry for the late reply. This is the kit I used www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07YYZBYT3/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@Bigi444444]

Looks cool. Are you happy with temps?

[@coolgreycustoms]

Thanks ! For the most part yes, the thermals definitely aren’t any worse than when I had it in my h500i case. I’ve since hinged the frame on top of the desk, so when it’s under heavy load I can lift it for some extra airflow

[@Bigi444444]

@@coolgreycustoms That's good to know. Thanks for the info.

[@Errxr_4X4]

Hello

[@coolgreycustoms]

Hey Bryan, tell your family I said hi!

[@Errxr_4X4]

Will do