How can I modernize this piece and make it a tv stand so that the remote will work with the cable box or should I pass?
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Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com on Jul 20, 2012I would remove the door fronts and replace the panel inserts with glass. Take the back side off of the cabinet so air can breath as well. Then of course use the draws to hold DVD,s games etc. A good finish using a chalk type paint will make this a perfect place to put the TV on.Helpful Reply
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3po3 on Jul 20, 2012Great idea, Woodbridge. Robin, deals often don't seem to last long on Craigslist, so I wouldn't think about this for too long.Helpful Reply
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Robin on Jul 21, 2012Steve, the price was initially $35 when I found it. I noticed they changed that to $195! It must have been a big oops.Helpful Reply
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Robin on Jul 21, 2012Great ideas, Woodbridge. I didn't think about taking the back off or the glass panel inserts. Thanks!Helpful Reply
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KMS Woodworks on Jul 21, 2012Ventilation is key...so the open back is a great idea...the fronts do not need to be removed if a device or system like this is used. http://www.rockler.com/product.cfm?page=20276&site=ROCKLERHelpful Reply
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Becky H on Jul 21, 2012KMS, I didn't even know those existed. Wow! Thanks for the info.!Helpful Reply
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Z on Jul 22, 2012I'd remove the doors on either side exposing the interior drawers and completely remove the drawers in the middle replacing them with shelves for your cable box and DVD player. I've given up on using glass in any of my repurpose projects. Unless you have a source for pre-cut pieces that just happen to fit (check Hobby Lobby) it's not cost effective. As for refinishing, that's a personal choice. I'd use Restore A Finish.Helpful Reply
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LandlightS on Jul 22, 2012If you want to leave the doors intact, you can get a remote control that operates on an RF system, or a remote that use the IR system, both with mouse tabs glued to the individual equipment and work very well. For ventilation, it is a good idea to remove the back panels.Helpful Reply
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