DIY...Building a High-End TV Console on a Budget

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hey there it's Wes...If you have any projects or specific questions you might need help with go to www.woodworkingwithwes.com

[@hoot2416]

I'm getting into woodworking at 43 years old. I never had shop class and don't know anyone that is into woodworking. These videos are very educational. Thanks!

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you very much...glad the videos have been a help. Lot's more coming! Wes

[@JoeyApoolcommentator]

Wes, I'm 73 and have most of the tools to build this console but lack your incredible skills. I watched the entire video and read all of the comments and just wanted to tell you that you are the kindest, professional woodworker I have ever encountered in my life. I'm still tempted to try building it because I need one of these. Thanks again for entertaining us so well.

[@zianeshkasparen4358]

Naaaah. You do not lack the skill. You just start and build your skills and confidance. A mistake is the opporrunity to grow. I am 45 years old lady and do not have 10% of what this man has and learned to work around it. *SIR: YOU CAN TOO.*

[@nicolasclermont893]

You can do it! I started wood working at 31, and by 34 i could build this. I never considered myself knowledgeable in anyway with woodworking but it comes fast if you have the interest.

[@joelzammy7967]

Go for it, you never know what you can achieve until you do it.

[@f-empire-8]

The worst that can happen is you fuck it up, in which case, you know the areas you need to improve, go for it!

[@brianrogalski9370]

I feel like I can build all of my furniture myself with your helpfull videos. I love how you hide all the fasteners ))

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Glad you enjoyed the video...thank you so very much for your comment. Wes

[@pcproff]

Wow the thickness using blocks has opened my eyes to so many opportunities. Thank you so much. You have a new subscriber.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Welcome aboard! So glad the video has helped...lots more to come! Thanks, Wes

[@WILLYBOSCO]

Me too. Im just starting off and never thought of this

[@mecagaquenohayanicks]

Sir, you are a joy to watch, you’re like the Bob Ross of woodworking, instant fan here 👍🏼

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thanks for watching...I sure have heard that before haha! Wes

[@protakill]

He is like the Bob Ross of woodworking. What a great observation.

[@kylefisher4883]

Say that about Paul Sellers

[@alexgoriatchenkov]

All we need is advanced shop with top tools...and yes, job is made perfect. Thanks for sharing.

[@PMichaels]

That is so awesome, Wes! I love it! Yours not only costs way less, it looks better and it will be WAY stronger. That is such a cool design. I love the ingenuity you used to make it. Your projects and channel are the best. Thank you, sir! 👍🏼

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thanks so much...I really appreciate your kind words. Wes

[@pablor3138]

You channel is relaxing, well explained, your workflow simple and effective. Most younger folk trying to be funny seem to be on coke and using too much unnecessary gear.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you so very much for your kind words. Wes

[@davidwest5306]

Very nicely done! As an avid woodworker myself. I was very impressed with how you broke down your build. Thank you for taking you time to show this project. I have recently gotten a bigger TV and I need a bigger console. This a great looking console! Well Done Wes!

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you very much! I appreciate your comment and visiting the channel. Wes

[@aj565]

You come across as a very patient and willing teacher. Great video and I learned a lot

[@tdooz8400]

I wish I knew how you attached the face frames.. I just found your video so I'll look through old videos to see if you said it somewhere else. Awesome woodworking! I want to build this when I get a new tv!

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Sorry...that clip got lost in editing. It is attached with glue and face nails and then putty and sand. I will be sure to highlight that on my next face frame project. Thanks for watching, Wes

[@tdooz8400]

@@WoodworkingWithWes oh thank you so much for responding!! Fantastic job!

[@sputnik4216]

Wes, your speech diction is just broadcaster quality! I greatly appreciate your voice as I can clearly understand EVERY syllable of every word as you go along. That may seem silly but there's a lot of hearing impaired old guys out there, like me. Also, what about the expansion and contraction of the wood with the way you glued and nailed everything solid across the grain? Won't it split on ya someday? Hope the sides and top expand and contract in unison.

[@agent109g8]

This is by far the best console build I have seen. Amazing job. I'm inspired to tackle this.

[@zamubuntukani1250]

This is one of the best explained DIY projects ,I appreciate your efforts in making and uploading these great videos.......must respect from South Africa

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you so very much for your kindness...glad you enjoyed the video. Wes

[@piraterage7889]

I can't believe how much you sound like Bob Barker. Keep up the good work!

[@easttexaswoodcrafts]

The TV stand looks awesome. I need to make one similar for my granddaughter. I'll have to scale it down quite a bit so it can fit in her bedroom.

[@NeilB247]

Excellent and easy to follow instructions. Thank you Wes. I also like that you are not one of those woodworkers that uses incredible amounts of glue and have sqeezeout everywhere. Keep up the great vids.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you very much...glad you enjoyed the video. Wes

[@NeilB247]

How did you attach the face frames to avoid showing the fixings please, Wes? @@WoodworkingWithWes

[@nymack66]

Thank you, Wes, for your excellent videos. Your choice to utilize common tools showcases that achieving great results doesn't necessarily require expensive, sponsored tools. Your commitment to using basic tools resonates with the DIY community, and we truly value your contributions.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

You're very welcome...thank YOU so very much for the kind words. Wes

[@frankivy7501]

Wes, the cabinet looks outstanding!! This project has given me several ideas of my own. Thank You!

[@upnorth1955]

I really enjoy watching you. You are one of the best teachers I have known. Thank you. You really make me feel that my woodworking has possibilities.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you very much...I appreciate your kind words, Wes

[@robertdeatrick3391]

Wes, you have made an exceptional video. I greatly identify with and appreciate the double-stack of commercial-grade, solid core, wood doors you are implementing as a work bench. I have reached my limit with craftsmen flaunting 8,000 dollar work tables on YT. It’s fun to dream, but the actual accomplishments are more typically made with the kind of creativity and intelligent design you demonstrate here. That is a beautiful piece you have created. Thank you for freely demonstrating how others may replicate your work.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you very much for your kind words, glad you enjoyed the video! Wes

[@lisakelley9451]

ingenious design... lovely workmanship. Thanks so much for sharing!!!

[@audiononsense1611]

Nice build, simple and easy enough for the novice. Thanks for sharing...

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Glad you liked it...thank you for watching, Wes

[@higorvilelacosta]

Wes! Holy cow. I have been watching many videos of how to build this and that, but your is definitely my favorite! Than you for the content and for being so cool! Keep it up my man!

[@davidroderickjr]

That is a fantastic piece of furniture. I personally never would have thought of white for my home. But, the next piece that I build for myself is going to be that white. Also, your use of glazes in general has really opened my eyes to the finishes I can offer. Thanks.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you for your kind comment. Glad you enjoyed the video. Wes

[@markgeorge1732]

excellent demonstration

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hi...thank you very much! Wes

[@50tripsaroundthesun]

Great job and video Wes. I've watched it several times just too get some tips and see if i missed anything. I made this exact same console not as good as yours but I believe I did fairly well. Thank you again Wes from a novice woodworker.

[@brandonkamal5281]

the way my man put this together was poetic

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Haha...thanks for your kindness! Appreciate you visiting the channel. Wes

[@Wieweet075]

i wish you were my neighbor next door so i could learn a lot from you.. greetings from Holland

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

So nice of you....thank you so very much! Wes

[@sputnik4216]

Wes, your speech diction is broadcaster quality! I greatly appreciate being able to clearly understand EVERY syllable of every word as you go along. That might sound kinda silly but there's a lotta old hard 'o hearing guys watching, like me. Also, will the top split on ya someday with all the hard crossgrain glue and nailing? Maybe all the panels will expand and contract in unison?

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you so very much for your kind words. I really appreciate you visiting the channel. Wes

[@paulkinder6053]

Love the double wall design on the end and center panels.

[@islamraouf1856]

God bless you sir, I'm glad to see your amazing artwork... I've learnt a lot from it, Many thanks for sharing.

[@shortaybrown]

I love how you show a nice online piece of furniture including the price, and then build a beautiful version of it yourself! Listing how much the wood costs is also a great feature of your videos. Not many cabinet makers break it down so clearly with this much useful information as you do. Please reverse engineer and build other interesting pieces of furniture you see online such as coffee tables, end tables, sideboards, china cabinets, etc. Thanks!

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you so much!! I appreciate your comment and plan to do more of these builds in the future. Thanks for watching. Wes

[@johnwilliams1223]

That looks like a great project. I’m gonna save this for future reference.

[@craigjones4372]

Wes, I enjoyed your presentation. Thank You I look forward to watching your other videos.

[@eightapeach2861]

Excellent video. Sir, you are an excellent and patient woodworker.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you very much...I appreciate your kind words. Wes

[@corinnet9822]

thank you. your step by step teaching style is helpful to a beginner like me

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

You're very welcome...glad it was helpful! Wes

[@LEAMETAL666]

Thanks for sharing MASTER you make it look easier than it is.

[@youkaihenshu]

Beautiful wood. I wish I could get that quality of material in my country !!

[@cherylevans23]

The art of woodworking is equipment, tools. You have the tools you can make anything. Great video though, it kind of makes one want to invest thousands in the tools needed.

[@joep5146]

Wes - I'm new to your channel. Excellent craftmanship. I've been using Kreg pocket holes for years and can't do without them. Thanks for the excellent video.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Welcome aboard...thanks for your comment. Wes😀

[@BLUEHORIZON-g2b]

Superb Result Wes, great job and WHAT a saving too. (wish I had the tools you own, I'd definitely give this a go... again Wes, Superb !

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Many thanks...I really appreciate your kind words. Wes

[@fezwhy]

While I don't have any tools or the knowhow to build something like this I really appreciate it. I think with some minimal tools this can be made at an affordable price. That was sticker shock for sure when I saw that 800 dollar price. Knowing this can be built for around 125 dollars really does put things into perspective. Even if a few mistakes are made you can still build this for way less than they wanted.

[@PoisonJarl71501]

You’ve inspired me. I just need to buy a quality table saw

[@theglowcloud2215]

This is beautiful. Yours looks way better than the garbage on Wayfair, and it's solid wood, to boot.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you for your kind comment...what I tried to accomplish! Wes

[@DigitalCloud-DC]

Just found your channel and subscribed! I like how you do the amazing work without all these fancy expensive tools!

[@johnchurchill786]

This is a fantastic piece of furniture Wes! And will outlast the bought one by a very long time.👌👌👌👌🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Right on John...thanks again!!

[@flakyfree7083]

You should do another one with internal wiring for a standard + usb grommet. I hate that even the most expensive entertainment centers never supply enough options to conceal wiring.

[@NWGR]

Beautiful job Wes! I really like the laid back nature of your presentation. Subscribed.

[@Nick_R_]

It's a beautiful, compelling video and the end product is so much nicer than most store bought. On cost though, I don't have a table saw, air compressor or Brad nailer. To buy them would be prohibitive for me. Still, I admire the work.

[@jakemarcus9999]

That is one amazing looking tv console.

[@ronaldgenendlis6423]

The only thing that would critique is I would not use paper towels for final wiping off the stain they will leave lint or fibers in the stain. I would have used lint free rags that are made for stain only. And also have used a brush for final coat with a small nap weeny roller. Other than that looks awesome thank you for your videos. Awesome build.

[@fauxsoul]

Awesome, you inspired me and this video makes the project very approachable.

[@dustinclark8946]

Really nice job. It looks beautiful

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you! 😊 Wes

[@loufresquez8031]

Great Video came out nice never heard of the white finish looks good and still shows wood grain

[@AS-ng5pi]

Wes, keep it up! Just found your channel and love your work and process. Thanks for sharing your wealth of knowledge. I am afraid we are losing our craftsmanship these days. Thanks for keeping it alive and accessible.

[@scottbionicnerf8727]

Wes.! This was a fantastic project Sir.😎 I really enjoyed the build.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you kindly...so glad you enjoyed it! Wes

[@chrisnash2154]

This is a great project for the beginner woodworker. Although he used the tablesaw, a circular saw could easily do the job. Other than that, he used a random orbital, some clamps, and everyone’s favorite pocket hole jig.

[@michaelangelo6947]

I love that piece of furniture and wish I had the tools to build it. When I was in H.S., I loved woodworking and wanted to do it for a career, but my dad didn't support the idea. Now, I'm almost retired and still have a desire. I guess need to get busy. I was recently looking at furniture for my home and just couldn't bring myself to pay outrageous prices for junk.

[@spetsdod]

You didn't show or explain how you attached the face frames to the carcass. Would be good to know that to determine how you avoid or conceal the fastener holes. Nice console, though. I wish we had a wood wholesaler where i live. I'm stuck with big box lumber, which is far more expensive than $2.50/lf

[@thunderdude1]

Hi wes great tutorial. I also wanted to know how to attach the face frame

[@VE3BF]

Yes I really would like to see how you attached the frame as well.

[@timdtn1779]

I went back to watch it again to see how the face was fastened. He didn't show that.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Sorry that was not shown...I used glue, clamps and nails. Wes

[@sherip1270]

Love this project, Wes! The white stain is beautiful on that pine. It is always sad to see wood grain painted over. I wish you needed a T.V. wall cabinet. I have a 43 inch T.V. that I rarely watch and would love to hide it in a cabinet with bifold doors. I would like a floating Mantle-like shelf below it with a drawer to hold remotes, my reading glasses and the old blue-ray player or grandkid's game console. The bottom part of your console has me thinking, hmm. Living in a small home, I need it up off the floor so I can put my grandmother's beautiful cedar chest underneath. Ballard Designs has a cabinet, but I can't fork over $500 plus delivery fees. Beautiful job, as always! Thank you for sharing your talent.

[@gsent56]

That looks simple and beautiful

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you! I appreciate your kind words. Wes

[@davesrvchannel4717]

11:28 Wes I love your work. But watching your hands right over the blades gives me chills. I realize it’s a great depth under the boards, but it’s always best to stay in practice of being away from the blades. Every dado cut you showed on this video your hand was directly over the blade. I enjoy seeing your projects and don’t want to see you get hurt. If you did 10 dado cuts this way, and then a standard cut, that’s when accidents happen. Stay in practice of avoiding the blades every time

[@iammojo75]

I said to myself, he's mighty comfortable there and then I started looking at his hands for scars or missing digits. You can tell he's a professional though, his work is equisite.

[@DarylBambic]

I look forward to watching your tutorials and learn so much from your ingenious designs. Do you have plans available?

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thanks for the comment...we are working on plans. Thanks for watching, Wes

[@1RamsHead]

Excellent craftsmanship.

[@Cartoonkidscanada]

A real teacher!

[@lcmlcm2460]

To funny, my father and I just built a tv stand almost just like this one. My father is an amazing woodworker. I do painting professionally, so I do the finishing as well. Thanks ❤

[@irisfigueroa5249]

This is a great video, it’s really well explained. Hopefully if I try to build this TV stand it will come out good. Can you consider making a tutorial of how to build a cat tree please 🙏🏻 they’re so expensive to buy in stores or online.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hi...our website www.woodworkingwithwes.com is available for special videos. Check us out. Thanks, Wes

[@Leonitus485]

Grandpa Wes still got it.

[@jeremystover256]

Awesome job! This would be great as a kit to buy and build!!

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hi...yes it certainly could be done. Thanks for watching, Wes

[@garvinsimmons]

Always learning something new in woodworking thank u sir, respect 👍😊

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you so very much for your comment. Glad you enjoyed the video. Wes

[@billcarson6186]

Nice job on the TV console and on the video presentation.

[@johndiaco7825]

Great video, you explained it well thank for the idea

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Glad it was helpful...thank you so very much for watching ! Wes

[@cvidal2702]

Great job Wes. Job well done. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@tomstone2322]

Very nice! I really like that style

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thanks for watching, Wes

[@Price-qd1cd]

Great job Wes!

[@CherrieMcKenzie]

I could not agree more. Since getting into woodworking, when I want something I simply make it. In fact I ran into a $1500 chair that I made using 2x4's for $20 plus stain I already had in the shop.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Wow that is impressive! Thanks for watching, Wes

[@featheredlightly]

Thank you Wes

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

You are so welcome...thanks for watching, Wes

[@andresmaldonado7356]

I really enjoyed your video and your attitude. It was great. Thank you sir

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

So nice of you...thanks for the comment. Wes

[@commandertim575]

Beautiful, love it! There is nothing like solid wood. I hope to build something like that when I get done with my other project. Thanks for sharing Wes and for all the great tips. 👍

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Go for it...so glad you enjoyed the video!! Wes

[@charlesbarry9194]

I like that you use pine and not some specific species that we've never heard of 😂.

[@MattGrimmett]

Awesome build! Point of contention, however: you need a table saw, sanding equipment, drill(s), a good work area. Lots of folks HAVE to pay the retail cost because of apartment and townhome dwelling, places that don't have garages or workshops, let alone the space to work in. Just pointing out that it is incredibly expensive to be poor in America.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

I agree...thanks for the comment. Wes

[@felipefigueroa9449]

Excellent Bil

[@marvinmejia7325]

Muy Buen trabajo amigo like it good job you did a good job solid wood yes sir.😊😊

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thanks for watching, Wes 👍

[@raphaelcamden9407]

Also loved watching your videos also calming

[@bassiclogic]

Thank you for this great video!

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you for visiting...I really appreciate your comment. Wes

[@trevormcculloch5011]

Thanks Wes. Good show

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you Wes...I appreciate you visiting the channel. Wes

[@rezaabasi2187]

Amazing, enjoyed and learned lots from your videos. thank you

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Great to hear! Glad it was helpful...thank you for the support! Wes

[@wizardmaster6639]

Excellent Wes - I need to put my skills to making money for me too - I need a workshop fast.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you ... I wish you success and I hope you enjoy it as much as I have all my live. Wes

[@steven_vogt]

Charming, quaint and useful tutorial. However I can't understand why, after going into so much detail on nearly every screw, you decided NOT to show how you attached the facing frames to the body - arguably the most visible joint in the build

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Sorry it was not shown...just glue and face nails, then putty and sand. Thanks for watching, Wes

[@ScarletEyeMoon]

Thx for this video. Thanks for showing my how because I would not feel confident to build this without your video. However I would like to do it with Oak or maple, with some accent pieces like walnut or cherry wood. Wow now I want to build this

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Great...glad it was an inspiration. You will do a wonderful job!! Wes

[@21stcenturyworldsystem46]

Well done.

[@kimsutlive7812]

Love the tutorial and detailed instructions. I am a beginner woodworker and do much better following plans. Would be happy to purchase them!

[@bucobill]

I really like the way you go through everything awesome man I learned something

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Glad to hear it...thanks for you kind words. Wes

[@JuanMalbocca]

Beautiful work!

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Thank you very much! Wes

[@zeplin4078]

Great video Wes, thanks for sharing

[@sitinrol]

I love watching your videos! They are different then all of the You Tube videos I watch with your ingenuity you use is awesome. This is one of them that I am really interested in because my wife has been wanting a console like this and I really want to build this for her. Although I could probably use this video to do it but I am more comfortable with actual plans. Is there any way that I could get your drawings for this? My wife will be very happy!

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Sorry...we are currently not set up to offer drawings although we are working on it! I am confident you will do great by watching the video. Happy New Year! Wes

[@jeremyaguilar3805]

I would like to do something similar but I am only using it for heavy audio components. I would like to have a center brace, so instead of an open top cavity I plan on having a support brace running up the center of the console. It’s probably going to take me a few tries to get the length perfect for the top brace/separator.

[@WoodworkingWithWes]

Hi...I think that is a great idea, thanks for sharing! Wes

[@lesbentley4082]

Great video, nice build! Now someone is going to want me to build one for $150 because there is $115 worth of material and a half hour labour! I say that absolutely joking, but there are some people and we have all met at least one of them.