IKEA Detolf & Besta Dust Proofing & Lighting For Hot Toys & Collectables

This is a video about how I dust proofed and ran my lighting for Detolf cabinets and how I ran the lighting in my Besta cabinet that I use to rase up the Detolfs I have links below on what I used for this. Thanks for watching and I hope you like the video
Ikea Detolf:
www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/detolf-g...
Ikea Besta:
www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/besta-fr...
LED Light Strip:
www.amazon.ca/MINGER-Flexible...
Weather Stripping: www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B07Q...
Clamps To Adjust Shelving Hight:
www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B086...

[@niftyiskristy2355]

You are a literal legend for making this video, thank you

[@kattick87]

+1 on this comment. A legend, indeed 😎 I am planning to follow this same plan. I have 2 Detolfs and one Besta TV Unit / Cabinet with clear glass doors. Thank you so much again for creating this video. Greatly appreciate it!

[@cheeseninja7743]

Wow, a very simple and nice setup, this is exactly what I was looking for, I'll do this on mine as well. Thanks for the idea. And that EVH bass, sweet!

[@Darkqualza]

Thanks for making this! Helped me a lot!

[@GadgetTrish]

This set up is really nice. I am looking into display options as well, and this may be by favorite option so far. Thank you for sharing.

[@sandiago7564]

how'd it work out?

[@Bugothan69]

Thanks for the video, man. I’ve been looking for something just like those Bestas.

[@pattimcb31]

Thanks for sharing great collection

[@philippetherrien1076]

I did as you described and it looks totally amazing. I have six cases except that mine are black. Thank for the video. Very much appreciated.

[@raccoon5150]

Thanks for watching

[@Dannyjeon1]

Very nice !

[@Ullr52]

I definitely want to do this with my cabinets!

[@MrChad676]

Ha! I'm on here asking questions too

[@nobodynobody1235]

Nice touch, I have seen people stick the LED directly onto the glass surface or use some kind of angle panel/channel to hide the LED. This is the first i ahve seen using the thin metal rod to stick the LED, I think this is the simplest way and I might do that on mine.

[@BricksforDaddy]

Looks very good

[@GreenSlug420]

Thanks man. I was wondering if the middle shelf would safely support 2 1/4 scale neca figures? Thanks

[@EverythingNerdReviews]

Awesome man. New subscriber 😁😁

[@larascasse9264]

That's a really nice EVH bass! 👍

[@raccoon5150]

Thanks

[@TheQuebecDragon]

Thank you very much for sharing. Very useful for the lighting and I will do the same. For the bottom, around the 5:30 mark, you mention using the extra to cover the other sides. Probably a stupid question, but is it still all from the same single 16.5 feet LED strip? Also, can you cover all 4 sides of both the bottom *and* top with one 16.5 feet strip? Thank you.

[@rimurut6256]

how many millimeters from the edge did you stick the strip? im planning to dust proof mine

[@rkttkr]

I brought 15 of these some time ago. Most of my action figures are my own customs which usually light up on their own. They look good without the extra lights to show them. Took a lot of floor space so sadly I did sell 10 of them.

[@corynorell3686]

I was just looking into buying a few Detolfs to keep my things dust free. Good to know they do not serve that purpose from the factory.

[@reylayug8614]

Bro for besta kabinets you put any bracket on it to steedy for detolf? I buy besta but im worry if can carry the detolf

[@JohnDoe-jf4we]

i was wondering if i can try a 1:1 detolf/besta one slot. what do you think about the robustness ?

[@DeeTee79]

Great tutorial. I’m still shopping for lights. Nice frankenstrat btw.

[@raccoon5150]

Thanks

[@alexavierD]

I have a very similar setup, placing 5 Detolfs on 2 Bestas. I reinforced my Bestas using 2X2 studs and used bolts to basically make one long Besta and keep them from shifting. I decided to construct supporting frames on the inside of the Bestas for peace of mind because I've seen pictures of Detolf bowing downward in the middle and even collapsing from the weight of Detolfs on top. The only negative thing is that I had to use solid doors to keep the support framing hidden inside the Bestas. I really like the windowed doors you used on your Bestas. The use of that space to display more collectibles looks Amazing! I really hope you don't experience any issues with too much weight on your Besta, your entire setup looks Great! Awesome HotToys Collection!!

[@kilaninani]

Hi Alex! Do you mind explaining to me how you made the extra support inside the besta? I also want to do this

[@alexavierD]

@@kilaninani Sure, I used 2X2 and L Brackets to make the support structure. In each cabinet I placed a 2X2 in each corner attached to upper support beams in front and back. I also placed support beams in the center. So each cabinet has a total of 6 support beams. 3 in back and three in front. On top of the beams goes the upper beams that run the length of each cabinet and everything is attached with L brackets to the inside of the cabinet and all the support beams as well. The supplies are pretty inexpensive is it’s pretty easy to do, it’s just a bit tedious because it’s time consuming. I have 5 Detolfs on top of two Besta cabinets, each Detolf has a heavy 1/4 polystone statue on the bottom. It’s been at least 3 years and I haven’t had any warping whatsoever. You’ll loose a bit of storage room but for peace of mind I don’t mind it at all. Sorry for the long winded response, you can look up a video on KZbin from a guy that collects HotToys. He did a very similar thing and explains everything very well step by step. I wish I could give you a link but I saw the video a couple years ago and can’t remember the channel. I’m sure you’ll find it oh you look around for it. Hope this helped 👍

[@alexavierD]

@@kilaninani Hey I found the Video showing how the support structure is built. Doesn’t explain much but you can basically see what I did and it’s very very similar - Here it is! kzbin.info/www/bejne/annbq4amntppiK8

[@kevinbutler7619]

Did anyone find the other video Alex mentioned with detailed instructions for reinforcing the Besta?

[@alexavierD]

@@kevinbutler7619 kzbin.info/aero/PL15BVcHJtmbMKf7gKXA1Sj04DXmdXfy92

[@Pinkielover]

the best Thing to use this furry Felt weather stripping that they use for windows..Still makes it easy to open and close but seals perfectly

[@m3reviews321]

very cool, i came up with the weather stripping as well, it sure does a tremendous job keeping the dust out, its been about 4 months and my stuff looks very crisp and clean still. i use the cherry wood risers that are drawers for my detolfs , but i really like your besta cabinet way more, im looking into that as we speak, thanks for that info🤜🏼 . your display looks outstanding, im sure you get a lot of compliments man!

[@raccoon5150]

Thank you very much

[@robodobro]

i am using a mosjo for the detolf risers

[@Mychannel-pz6to]

@@raccoon5150 Hey bud, first off very interesting video and set up you got here and like many others who watched your video, I too am looking too get a besta cabinet just like yours. Though only thing I’m having trouble with is on the ikea website it shows that there are multiple white color options for the besta cabinet? Any chance you’d know which white you have? Or which white option would match best with the detolfs?

[@raccoon5150]

It should be the Matte finish not gloss

[@raccoon5150]

It should be the Matte finish not gloss

[@jakestults2105]

Where did you get the doors for the bestas❤

[@TheFrankKnightRises2]

What's that cabinet you are using as a stand for ikea detolfs?

[@hob976]

Really stunning display! What are the vehicle models on the lower left ( like what brand ore type )?

[@raccoon5150]

Bandi

[@hob976]

Sharp.

[@herbbot8241]

The best looks great thx for the idea! Where do u get the glass doors for them??

[@raccoon5150]

They have an opition for it

[@wilsono.4920]

Great video, thank you for posting. What is the total height with the Detolf on top of the Besta? I have a basement with low ceiling.

[@raccoon5150]

It’s about 80 inches

[@MrChad676]

This looks amazing! I'm definitely copying your design. Two questions, what size weatherstrip did you use? How did you complete the bottom square section without cutting the strip?

[@raccoon5150]

I have now switched to a 3/8ths thick now and the strip at the bottom just play around with it and curve it around the bottom the corners will stick up

[@MrChad676]

@@raccoon5150 what size were the original strips? I like that look. Was there a reason you switched or just visual preference?

[@raccoon5150]

I went to a white weather strip. The LED length is 16.5 feet

[@aidatizon4413]

Measurements, is this space saver?

[@mxclouds8641]

How is the stability 2 years later?

[@marklau8264]

Hi, 1 year on, is the besta still holding up the weight of the two detolfs nicely? Considering to get a similar set up. Thanks.

[@raccoon5150]

No problems what’s so ever

[@mikeboss416]

I've got three Detolf's in the basement, but they are in need of some upgrades. The RGB LED strips I use are good, but I realize a bright white, crisp light is really best for displaying the contents. Is it just me or do you have something backing your cabinets ? Some type of white background ? If so what did you use ? Thank you

[@raccoon5150]

Nope that’s just my wall color

[@letsgo9879]

Put spiderman in the middle like in the movie 😂

[@SneakyLolzsenpai]

Nice set up and collection where did you buy the stand for detolf make up high

[@raccoon5150]

They are ikea besta cabinets

[@SneakyLolzsenpai]

Ok thanks buddy

[@memorabiliaexpert]

"concrete floor" the fact that your floor is concrete does not really play any part in the risk of the unit tipping over, it's more so if you have a kid and they open the door(s) and pull it down on themselves. Plus, the weight of the contents also plays a part in increasing the risk of the unit tipping over. Some kids have died from ikea cabinets/drawers toppling over on them because they were not secured to the wall. This is more a note for those with kids. I don't have kids myself so don't bother attaching the units to the wall. Your figures look amazing on display. I got a ikea display cabinet recently and now I realise how important the lighting is, the cabinet looks sad and dark with not led lighting. Thanks for the informative video.

[@AKA-Latromi]

Have you found any need to dustproof the Besta at all? I'm looking to get a whole Besta unit for display purposes because I'd like to have covered storage on the bottom. The Billy system advertises dustproof protection but the Besta doesn't mention it.

[@raccoon5150]

No not as of yet

[@hamishmcdougall454]

I would like to ask, what size foam do you use on the door hinge side? When I applied mine, the door ripped the foam off the glass when I opened it. I moved the door out about 2-3mm, but that had little effect.

[@raccoon5150]

I have to push on the glass side when opening the door to move past it

[@hamishmcdougall454]

@@raccoon5150 Ok thanks, I think I have a better alternative, but it's in still in the testing phase.

[@kevkevkevgill]

Did you use one strip of leds for nothing detolfs? I have the same ones but 2 x 15m rolls so was hoping to do two cabinets on one strip or is that not possible? Thanks

[@raccoon5150]

Unless you want LEDs showing outside your cabinet then it’s one per

[@Ullr52]

You said you got the glass doors, I didn't see those as an option on the link. Do they cost extra or do you have to buy them separately?

[@raccoon5150]

Yes they are separate when you buy them

[@aestheticaf7674]

What size did you go with on the weather strip and do they come in white .even though black weather strip looks cool 😎 thanks for such great video

[@raccoon5150]

I actually change the size to a 3/16th thickness by 1 inch

[@aestheticaf7674]

@@raccoon5150 thank you :)

[@brunododdoli243]

This is a pretty cool setup! Have a question about lighting. The LED strip on your link is not available anymore, but there's an equivalent one, also 16.4 ft. long. How many sets did you use for the whole setup? My guess is one for each Detolf and one extra for the Besta?

[@raccoon5150]

Each cabinet has one set

[@brunododdoli243]

@@raccoon5150 Thanks!

[@chrisheffernan8895]

Are Detolf or milsbo better for 1/6 hot toys? In terms of amount of figures they display, how the figures look inside etc. Cheers

[@raccoon5150]

Both are great

[@gokhanayvazoglu6295]

Hi, I have hot toys Luke Skywalker Last Jedi and Dr. Strange figures I’m only taking away dust with soft brush is it enought to care figure? If not what should I do to care? I saw few videos and photos peeled leathers, clothes damaged fabrics and I feld little bit anxiety ;D What are you doing to care your figures? do you have any suggest?

[@raccoon5150]

Honestly in my cabinets I have not had to dust them as I dust proof them

[@horrorfreak9653]

Quick question. Is it recommended to mount the detolfs on the wall? Just bought some detolfs a few months ago

[@raccoon5150]

It is but mine are not

[@cheloi1805kami]

Very nice! Just a dumb question. So 1 roll of led strip light will suffice 1 detolf?

[@raccoon5150]

That’s correct

[@sambora83]

Hello, what is the maximum weight supported by that besta? For you opinion can I put on it my display cabinet 77x45x171 and 60kg?

[@raccoon5150]

Well it says on ikea that they should not support the weight of the cabinets but I have not had any problems

[@droolerdork]

how well does the weather stripping keep dust out/do you dust what's in the cabinets?

[@raccoon5150]

Definitely worthy it

[@witt66]

How did you get the detolfs on top of the Besta. Did you lift them after you built them or build them on top of the Besta?

[@raccoon5150]

I hugged them and lifted them onto the bestas

[@naturallynesh_]

When u dust proof this cabinet when u do that does that prevent you from opening and closing the cabinets I want to do a perfume display but I would be using them just don't want to worry about having to dust out the collection a lot

[@raccoon5150]

No it does not

[@bambooex]

the besta is 120cm long and the detolfs are 43cm each. do you think i could fit 3 detolfs on top of that 120cm long besta? not sure if the 147cm kallax would be more suitable. kallax looks weak

[@raccoon5150]

That should work I have 3 bestas now and 4 detolfs on them and they are fone

[@koldleblue5079]

i love the Besta, What doors did you use? your link just shows the frame.

[@raccoon5150]

It’s the besta glass door

[@GamerGeekNerd86]

@@raccoon5150 Awesome led man definitely getting it. Mine looks depressing lol 😂 What would you recommend for anime backdrop on a detolf?

[@cgilfoy05]

Wheres the best place to get the marvel stuff cause they are pretty cool

[@raccoon5150]

Sideshow collectables. Toys R Us. Amazon

[@nancygomez416]

What did you use for locking? Also did you secure yours to the wall

[@raccoon5150]

They are not locked and are not secured to the wall

[@hodolafada3310]

Doesn't the "little beads of light reflection" bother you? it achieves brightness yes but it spills everywhere.

[@raccoon5150]

It can but I have gotten used to it but like I said you don’t have to do it

[@aestheticaf7674]

Did you need to anchor those detolfs I am trying to do the same how much weight does the bottom base hold thanks great video !😃

[@raccoon5150]

No I did not have to and they are holding fine

[@keithbenedict8817]

Maybe I’m just having a tough time seeing it. What weather stripping are you using?

[@raccoon5150]

Link is in the description

[@juniorsanchez5105]

What's the base shelf your using to have them on

[@raccoon5150]

Besta Cabinet

[@juniorsanchez5105]

@@raccoon5150 can u link me to the exact ones plz

[@GoldenRogueMinis]

That cabinet at the bottom still holding the detolf?

[@raccoon5150]

Yep sure is I have 4 on 3 bestas for a while now

[@roco9504]

did the best hold up all these years? I am looking to do the same

[@raccoon5150]

They are holding up very well I have 4 detolfs on 3 besta’s and they have been like that since video posting

[@roco9504]

@@raccoon5150 thanks for the speedy reply!! Good to know! I do like the look of the 3 column one so great to hear it’s been supporting 4!

[@joshjd9722]

where did you buy all the figures at ?

[@raccoon5150]

Sideshow collectables

[@danielzaragoza6486]

Kick ass you got EVH hanging up

[@voyager7]

Looks like a bass, but the EVH pattern is kick ass!

[@MadBirdSports]

Where you get the doors for the bottom

[@raccoon5150]

They are the besta doors

[@dannyreddy]

How much weight do these shelves support? Will they hold a 30lb statue?

[@raccoon5150]

I don’t know if it would support that

[@ArisAris-ku7np]

Can I put my PlayStations ? Like 1-2-3-4 ? Or the glass will break ?

[@raccoon5150]

Not to sure to be honest you can get thick plexiglass and use that

[@squidracerX]

Any issues with them being on top (weight wise) now that its been 6 months?

[@raccoon5150]

No problems at all

[@raccoon5150]

I actually have 4 on 3 bestas now and they are fine

[@Lawz1993]

How the Besta Cabinet doing? Still work fine to this day? Cause I'm also thinking of Raising my detolf using it

[@raccoon5150]

Yep no issues at all

[@xNeMeSiSx]

Did it work? How many bestas and detolf?

[@raccoon5150]

I have 4 detolfs on 3 bestas and still no issue

[@badbob001]

Curious if you considered running the lights along the perimeter of the top of the detolf instead of the bottom. Maybe more lighting from the bottom is better since the room itself would have lighting from above already?

[@raccoon5150]

I have

[@raccoon5150]

But I did the bottom on the first one so just went with it lol

[@artboymoy]

I'm guessing these shelves aren't adjustable... But great idea on lighting and dust proofing!

[@raccoon5150]

Yes they are if you get cable clamps

[@dagodfather_4817]

How u flatten detolfs ontop of the bestas? Dont detolf have pegs‽?

[@raccoon5150]

They don’t have to be used

[@dagodfather_4817]

Wouldnt tge rods slip??

[@raccoon5150]

@@dagodfather_4817 no as the screws go directly into the rods

[@Kashif314]

Can you use besta for 1/6 scale?

[@raccoon5150]

Yes you can

[@Kashif314]

@@raccoon5150 thanks. But what's the width and height of a shelf approx? I read they are used for quarter scale figures and statues because shelf is very big. Please let me know whatever you know about Bestas. I am about to start my display in a day or two and looking for something other than the conventional detolfs.

[@raccoon5150]

@@Kashif314 check out IKEA website for all the details you need as there are different sizes.

[@snarkbark2714]

How much weight does that Besta hold? I wanted to get a long one that I’ll have my 4 detolfs to sit on

[@jacobcolpitts77]

The weight limit is 44lbs for that frame, those detolfs alone weigh over 70lbs a piece though. Plus everything inside and the pieces up top. I was concerned about stacking these but if this hasn’t all come crashing down yet, I’m not anymore 😂

[@raccoon5150]

They have not had any issues

[@jacobcolpitts77]

@@raccoon5150 glad to hear it

[@xNeMeSiSx]

​@@jacobcolpitts77 did you try it? I am planning on running three bestas and 4 detolf above them

[@jacobcolpitts77]

@@xNeMeSiSx Hey, I didn’t try the detolfs but I stacked the other larger bestas on top. It seems like it can hold more but it’s definitely a risk

[@peterevans8194]

You mention towards the end, that these are situated in a basement?? It wouldn't be your mom's basement by any chance? 😂 Only joking...very informative video...looking to get one of these cabinets at some point, and was initially worried about the potential dust issue, but this video covers it nicely...

[@dagodfather_4817]

Can u put 3 detolfs on thia besta??

[@raccoon5150]

I now have 4 detolfs on 3 bestas

[@dagodfather_4817]

@@raccoon5150 u have a video or something so i can see would love too kno because i have 7 detolfs want to raise them but dont kno much

[@rogerdurazno5299]

What size besta

[@raccoon5150]

Small single

[@gregv2821]

Wow, I can't believe you didn't diffuse the LEDs. The massive amounts of LED reflections is very distracting.

[@velocity1852]

Can’t find the besta with glass

[@raccoon5150]

You have to buy the door separately

[@velocity1852]

Where

[@raccoon5150]

Just type in besta door on the search bar and scroll through

[@luisafonso4438]

So 2 years later. Besta didn't break?

[@raccoon5150]

Nope still strong no issues at all

[@4y-B]

Your detolfs still ok?

[@raccoon5150]

Yeah no problems at all

[@4y-B]

@@raccoon5150 awesome ive been looking for a way to raise my detolfs. Do they make single of these as in just for one detolf?

[@raccoon5150]

Yes they do

[@adryanameerali1939]

@@4y-B did you get a single besta?

[@4y-B]

@@adryanameerali1939 haven't been able to make it to ikea my friend planning to next week

[@SoyDenis2727]

That palpatine is hot toys?

[@raccoon5150]

Yes it is

[@JaneDoe42011]

If I ever see something like that in a mans house, I'm dumping them on the spot.