March 2018 hauls - Stuff for the 3rd best month of the year!

[TDIRunner]

White shelves look nicer than black for some reason. Setup looks bright and happy.

Thanks.  Yeah, the white looks better than I thought it would have.  I originally wanted black shelves, but I'm really happy with these.

The setup will look brighter and happier when I upgrade the lighting down here and finish up the rest of the basement project.  I'm still planning to start around spring and finish before the end of summer. 

[Yoshi Egg]

Wow, those shelves look Amazing! Thats one mint collection!

Yeah, the white looks so much better than black or brown.

Wish I had the space to store my collection like that. Mine are all stuck behind wardrobes. I dont even know what I have anymore ;o(

[TDIRunner]

Wow, those shelves look Amazing! Thats one mint collection!

Yeah, the white looks so much better than black or brown.

Wish I had the space to store my collection like that. Mine are all stuck behind wardrobes. I dont even know what I have anymore ;o(

The part that I'm the most excited about is having them on proper "media style" shelving.  Before, most of my games were on regular bookshelves, and due to space constraints, I had two "layers" of games on one shelf.  I was able to prop the back layer up a little higher so you could see it, but ultimately, if you wanted a game from the back, you had to move the games in the front.  It technically worked, but I never liked the way it looked.  These obviously take up a little more space, but when the basement is done, the there will be plenty of room for them. 

[wiggy]

I was able to get the 3rd shelf home yesterday, but I couldn't get it into the basement until tonight.  I've practically built a wall in my basement with these things at 12' wide by 7' tall.

If I could fine one more I could get my entire collection up onto these things.  It actually be awesome to fine two more to also include all of my movies as well.

They look great!

The good thing is that they're a really basic design.  So if you really needed more but couldn't find any, reproducing them from scratch wouldn't at all be tricky.

[TDIRunner]

I was able to get the 3rd shelf home yesterday, but I couldn't get it into the basement until tonight.  I've practically built a wall in my basement with these things at 12' wide by 7' tall.

If I could fine one more I could get my entire collection up onto these things.  It actually be awesome to fine two more to also include all of my movies as well.

They look great!

The good thing is that they're a really basic design.  So if you really needed more but couldn't find any, reproducing them from scratch wouldn't at all be tricky.

Thanks, and yes, I've been thinking that very same thing.  Everything could be cut out of 7 different 8' boards, plus one 4x8 sheet.  The only complicated part would be replicating the way the shelves sort of "curve" from the bottom to the top.  Not sure how else to describe that, but you can sort of see it in the bottom picture.  I assume this design was to help people view the movies/games on the bottom shelf easier.  It looks good, but will complicate the building process. 

I've also considered buying the white laminate shelving boards that they sell at the hardware store so that I wouldn't have to finish it when I'm done building it.  The only part I'm not sure about is ripping those boards with a table saw without damaging the laminate.  I assume there is a specific saw blade for that, but I need to research it further.  I would love to build 3 more so that in total, I would have 4 for games, and 2 for movies and music. 

[wiggy]

Two things to prevent marring the laminate.

1. Use a finishing blade, not a rip blade (the finishing blade with have many more, smaller teeth than the rip blade (They’re pretty clearly marked on the packaging regardless)

2. Place a strip of masking tape along the cut line on both sides of the board.


As far as the side panels go, are they actually curved or just angled?  If angled, then just use a circular saw and guide, or make a simple guide jig for the table saw. If curved, the proper way to do it would be with a router and a jig. But you’d really need a CNC router-cut jig in the first place, which obviously isn’t going to just materialize out of thin air.  I would probably trace the curve onto the new board, make rough cuts with a handheld jigsaw (skillsaw), and then go back with a sander to get the finished edge. Finally you’ll want to cut a channel for the edge trim with a router, and then place the trim. Sort of a lot of work versus just getting close enough by cutting a straight angle. Just depends on how closely you want them to match.

[TDIRunner]

Two things to prevent marring the laminate.

1. Use a finishing blade, not a rip blade (the finishing blade with have many more, smaller teeth than the rip blade (They’re pretty clearly marked on the packaging regardless)

2. Place a strip of masking tape along the cut line on both sides of the board.


As far as the side panels go, are they actually curved or just angled?  If angled, then just use a circular saw and guide, or make a simple guide jig for the table saw. If curved, the proper way to do it would be with a router and a jig. But you’d really need a CNC router-cut jig in the first place, which obviously isn’t going to just materialize out of thin air.  I would probably trace the curve onto the new board, make rough cuts with a handheld jigsaw (skillsaw), and then go back with a sander to get the finished edge. Finally you’ll want to cut a channel for the edge trim with a router, and then place the trim. Sort of a lot of work versus just getting close enough by cutting a straight angle. Just depends on how closely you want them to match.

Oh, no they aren't curved.  I was referring to the way the shelves line up.  It might make more sense if I take a picture of the back of the unit which I can do tonight.  None of the cuts themselves will be very difficult.  The tricky part will be attaching the shelves in the same pattern and position as the originals.  Look at the very bottom picture (specifically at the far end).  You will notice that the bottom shelves sort of angle the games up a bit so they can be viewed from someone standing up.  the higher shelves are perfectly flat.  That's the part that I'm talking about.  By no means impossible to match, but probably going to be tricky. 

And as far as the saw blade goes, what  you said makes sense.  I was just curious if anyone made a specific laminate blade or not. 

[Yoshi Egg]

Wow, those shelves look Amazing! Thats one mint collection!

Yeah, the white looks so much better than black or brown.

Wish I had the space to store my collection like that. Mine are all stuck behind wardrobes. I dont even know what I have anymore ;o(

The part that I'm the most excited about is having them on proper "media style" shelving.  Before, most of my games were on regular bookshelves, and due to space constraints, I had two "layers" of games on one shelf.  I was able to prop the back layer up a little higher so you could see it, but ultimately, if you wanted a game from the back, you had to move the games in the front.  It technically worked, but I never liked the way it looked.  These obviously take up a little more space, but when the basement is done, the there will be plenty of room for them. 

That's the problem I have with my shelves is that my games are 4 deep back!! the same depth as the wardrobes. and I have them stacked 2 high as well so its a nightmare when I want to find a particular game, or any game for that matter lol

[TDIRunner]

Wow, those shelves look Amazing! Thats one mint collection!

Yeah, the white looks so much better than black or brown.

Wish I had the space to store my collection like that. Mine are all stuck behind wardrobes. I dont even know what I have anymore ;o(

The part that I'm the most excited about is having them on proper "media style" shelving.  Before, most of my games were on regular bookshelves, and due to space constraints, I had two "layers" of games on one shelf.  I was able to prop the back layer up a little higher so you could see it, but ultimately, if you wanted a game from the back, you had to move the games in the front.  It technically worked, but I never liked the way it looked.  These obviously take up a little more space, but when the basement is done, the there will be plenty of room for them. 

That's the problem I have with my shelves is that my games are 4 deep back!! the same depth as the wardrobes. and I have them stacked 2 high as well so its a nightmare when I want to find a particular game, or any game for that matter lol

Yeah, that can be rough.  Well, I had my games in my older setup for years before I found the new shelves, so there is always hope that you will find some type of storage method that works best for you.  I spent some of that time over the years moving stuff around and reorganizing in a way to get the games I played the most up front where they were easier to get to.  I really enjoy organizing stuff like that since I find it very relaxing.  I actually had a lot of fun moving the games from the old shelves to the new ones.  I know that sounds odd, but I also know several people here will understand that.    I'm sure that even with the new shelves, I will move stuff around a few more times before I end up with something I really enjoy. 

[Tech13]

Wow, those shelves look Amazing! Thats one mint collection!

Yeah, the white looks so much better than black or brown.

Wish I had the space to store my collection like that. Mine are all stuck behind wardrobes. I dont even know what I have anymore ;o(

The part that I'm the most excited about is having them on proper "media style" shelving.  Before, most of my games were on regular bookshelves, and due to space constraints, I had two "layers" of games on one shelf.  I was able to prop the back layer up a little higher so you could see it, but ultimately, if you wanted a game from the back, you had to move the games in the front.  It technically worked, but I never liked the way it looked.  These obviously take up a little more space, but when the basement is done, the there will be plenty of room for them. 

That's the problem I have with my shelves is that my games are 4 deep back!! the same depth as the wardrobes. and I have them stacked 2 high as well so its a nightmare when I want to find a particular game, or any game for that matter lol

Yeah, that can be rough.  Well, I had my games in my older setup for years before I found the new shelves, so there is always hope that you will find some type of storage method that works best for you.  I spent some of that time over the years moving stuff around and reorganizing in a way to get the games I played the most up front where they were easier to get to.  I really enjoy organizing stuff like that since I find it very relaxing.  I actually had a lot of fun moving the games from the old shelves to the new ones.  I know that sounds odd, but I also know several people here will understand that.    I'm sure that even with the new shelves, I will move stuff around a few more times before I end up with something I really enjoy. 

seeing stuff like this makes me want to kick the 24 year old sophmore out of my basement and get started on my game room. Currently must of my collection is still in comic book short boxes on wire shelves in the garage.

[marioxb]

I was able to get the 3rd shelf home yesterday, but I couldn't get it into the basement until tonight.  I've practically built a wall in my basement with these things at 12' wide by 7' tall.

The good thing is that they're a really basic design.  So if you really needed more but couldn't find any, reproducing them from scratch wouldn't at all be tricky.

Haha, maybe for you guys. I'd probably cut my finger off if I tried to use a tablesaw, router or anything sharper than a can opener. Pre-made kits all the way for me.

[wiggy]

Two things to prevent marring the laminate.

1. Use a finishing blade, not a rip blade (the finishing blade with have many more, smaller teeth than the rip blade (They’re pretty clearly marked on the packaging regardless)

2. Place a strip of masking tape along the cut line on both sides of the board.


As far as the side panels go, are they actually curved or just angled?  If angled, then just use a circular saw and guide, or make a simple guide jig for the table saw. If curved, the proper way to do it would be with a router and a jig. But you’d really need a CNC router-cut jig in the first place, which obviously isn’t going to just materialize out of thin air.  I would probably trace the curve onto the new board, make rough cuts with a handheld jigsaw (skillsaw), and then go back with a sander to get the finished edge. Finally you’ll want to cut a channel for the edge trim with a router, and then place the trim. Sort of a lot of work versus just getting close enough by cutting a straight angle. Just depends on how closely you want them to match.

Oh, no they aren't curved.  I was referring to the way the shelves line up.  It might make more sense if I take a picture of the back of the unit which I can do tonight.  None of the cuts themselves will be very difficult.  The tricky part will be attaching the shelves in the same pattern and position as the originals.  Look at the very bottom picture (specifically at the far end).  You will notice that the bottom shelves sort of angle the games up a bit so they can be viewed from someone standing up.  the higher shelves are perfectly flat.  That's the part that I'm talking about.  By no means impossible to match, but probably going to be tricky.  

And as far as the saw blade goes, what  you said makes sense.  I was just curious if anyone made a specific laminate blade or not.  

Oh shit, that's easy.

Take one of the originals apart and literally use the side panels as a guide for the drill holes

[Tech13]

5 bucks at a pawn shop, they had a Logitech c920 too for 10... yay

[TDIRunner]

Oh shit, that's easy.

Take one of the originals apart and literally use the side panels as a guide for the drill holes

I was really hoping it wouldn't come to that, but yeah, you are probably right.

[Yoshi Egg]

Yeah, that can be rough.  Well, I had my games in my older setup for years before I found the new shelves, so there is always hope that you will find some type of storage method that works best for you.  I spent some of that time over the years moving stuff around and reorganizing in a way to get the games I played the most up front where they were easier to get to.  I really enjoy organizing stuff like that since I find it very relaxing.  I actually had a lot of fun moving the games from the old shelves to the new ones.  I know that sounds odd, but I also know several people here will understand that.    I'm sure that even with the new shelves, I will move stuff around a few more times before I end up with something I really enjoy. 
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Yeah im the same I love pulling everything out and resorting it all. Something therapeutic about reorganising anything lol I get the same feeling from building flat pack furniture, and building up a Lego kit when I was a kid. I enjoyed building the Lego much more than playing with whatever I had built lol..........Was I the only one that felt like that?? Anything I had built would last a few hours, then I would pull it apart and build something else. Who knew little plastic bricks would bring such joy! lol