Drifter 851 Posted September 5, 2016 Share Posted September 5, 2016 Well I had an idea for a new project so lets see if anyone here can guess what it could possibly be just from the collection of materials so far There's a 20" x 48" piece of glass from an old aquarium front viewing panel (need to strip the white paint off it still) A 20" x 48" cloth banner/flag from one of my favorite movies (The Expendables) On order is 15ft of 5050 LED RGB light strips with remote and power supply There's a decent pile of 2 x 4" and 1 x 6" lumber Also some various items like 12v power strip and USB port hub Any guesses? Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chookes 965 Posted September 5, 2016 Share Posted September 5, 2016 A light up desk? Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-83838 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drifter 851 Posted September 5, 2016 Author Share Posted September 5, 2016 You nailed it first try. Going to build a desk and use the glass at the top recessed into the wood frame. Then the Banner will be mounted below the glass with about 4" in between the glass and banner, then the LED's will be mounted inside the perimeter of the desk so it lights up the banner. Should be a pretty neat look once completed. Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-83842 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chookes 965 Posted September 5, 2016 Share Posted September 5, 2016 Awesome. Looking forward to seeing this. What do I win by the way? Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-83843 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drifter 851 Posted September 5, 2016 Author Share Posted September 5, 2016 1 hour ago, Chookes said: What do I win by the way? I'll give you the choice between a worn pair of diddums shorts, or a copy of Atari ET Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-83845 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzaGarratt 11,066 Posted September 5, 2016 Share Posted September 5, 2016 That's awesome Steve! When this is done, make sure to share the 'How To' guide for us wannabe DIY people that would love to have this. 1 hour ago, Drifter said: I'll give you the choice between a worn pair of diddums shorts, or a copy of Atari ET I would absolutely have that ET game. Didds shorts wouldn't be your type Euan Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-83846 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BO7H B4RRELS 2,453 Posted September 6, 2016 Share Posted September 6, 2016 Sounds like a fun project. Looking forward to seeing the finished pics. Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-83852 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drifter 851 Posted September 7, 2016 Author Share Posted September 7, 2016 Got the basic frame of the desk roughed in now. Recessed the glass by running 3/4" wood strips to support the glass on, once done I will line the surface between the glass & wood with some felt strips I bought. Also plan on going back to dual monitors. Ordered the proper cables yesterday so I can run my 40" Sharp Aquos LED TV as my main monitor and then my 23" widescreen as a side monitor, both mounted on swing arms. Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-83932 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drifter 851 Posted September 7, 2016 Author Share Posted September 7, 2016 Getting there. Can't wait till the LED lights come in a few days so I can light this baby up! . . . . In this pic you can see the channel lined with felt so that the glass has something to cushion it. Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-83945 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzaGarratt 11,066 Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 That looks real nice Steve, can't believe you've nearly finished it already! What colour are the LEDs or are they multi-coloured? Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-83947 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The3rdWalker 1,274 Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Steve, you work at the same pace that would put a Christmas Elf to shame. How are you this efficient? i7 7700k, 16GB RAM, GEFORCE 1080, 240GB SSHD, 2TB SSD Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-83960 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drifter 851 Posted September 8, 2016 Author Share Posted September 8, 2016 10 hours ago, GazzaGarratt said: That looks real nice Steve, can't believe you've nearly finished it already! What colour are the LEDs or are they multi-coloured? I ordered 15ft of RGB LED's with remote off ebay last week. So they can be blue, red,green, orange pretty much any color with the push of a button. 4 hours ago, PlasticGaming said: Steve, you work at the same pace that would put a Christmas Elf to shame. How are you this efficient? OCD my friend lol. It's a curse and a gift to have OCD. It stresses me out a lot because I fixate on tiny things no one else would even bother with, but it also motivates me to stay on taste so once I start something I usually work 10-15 hrs straight on it. Got the 40" tv set up and 23" side monito and all done now last night. I'll snap another pic in a bit after I get back from lunch with a friend. Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-83977 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drifter 851 Posted September 8, 2016 Author Share Posted September 8, 2016 Here are a few pics of the work I got done last night. Still lots of to do but it's shaping up nicely so far. I gotta say, I'm LOVING having a 40" screen for a monitor now! . . Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-83992 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzaGarratt 11,066 Posted September 9, 2016 Share Posted September 9, 2016 Damn Steve, I envy your DIY and OCD talents. Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-83998 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diddums 4,346 Posted September 9, 2016 Share Posted September 9, 2016 That is fuckin awesome You're such an Expendables nerd Steve Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-84018 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tronic44 3,642 Posted September 9, 2016 Share Posted September 9, 2016 Steve that's wicked!! Want to pop over the pond and make me one? Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-84025 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drifter 851 Posted September 10, 2016 Author Share Posted September 10, 2016 Thanks guys. It's killin' me not having the LED's yet though I hate having a project half finished lol. Once it's fully done I'll post some more pics of it all finished. Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-84040 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drifter 851 Posted September 12, 2016 Author Share Posted September 12, 2016 DONE led's installed and remote controled for easy use. Added a new illuminated gaming keyboard, my 2TB ext HD, and even a cup holder lol . . . Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-84081 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The3rdWalker 1,274 Posted September 13, 2016 Share Posted September 13, 2016 Such a good movie, the Expendables. Well done! i7 7700k, 16GB RAM, GEFORCE 1080, 240GB SSHD, 2TB SSD Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-84084 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzaGarratt 11,066 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Awesome look Steve, well done on the mini project. What's next? Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-84165 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drifter 851 Posted September 16, 2016 Author Share Posted September 16, 2016 No sure what is next, but you know me, there's for sure be something I jump into soon lol Link to comment https://forevergaming.co.uk/forum/forums/topic/3854-what-is-it-going-to-be-new-project/#findComment-84166 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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