How can I build my own entertainment center? - Furniture

Walmart have a nice TV center that has doors which close for around $350. Good luck

Try this link to Ashley furniture. I like the very heavy wood look of their entertainment centers; http://www.ashleyfurniture.com/Showroom/Showroom.aspx?PageId=Showroom&CategoryID=9&SetDomTab=1&IsClicked=1

Obviously to create your own entertainment center at home you need to have equipment but read this good article from Microsoft about creating your own version at home. http://www.microsoft.com/athome/video/entertainmentcenter.aspx#fbid=7vjK6LbjQ95

There is a website I use for all of my wood-work projects called freww.com. They have plenty of plans for almost anything you need. Here is the link for a few various entertainment center building plans - http://www.freeww.com/entertainmentcenters.html

I understand your frustration. I found you a great article on doing just this. Hope you find it helpful.

http://homeguides.sfgate.com/hide-cords-entertainment-center-20556.html

The most important aspect to consider when choosing an entertainment center is location. This will determine whether or not you will need a corner/wall unit or maybe a TV console instead. After you have chosen a location, the next crucial factor will be the size of the room.

This type of entertainment center is among the most common sold today. It features the television on top of the entertainment center with storage space below. They are generally smaller in size. They may also be referred to as TV consoles, TV stands, or conversion centers.

There are several types of entertainment centers. Here are four main categories in which types can be separated into:

• Transition entertainment centers

• Wall units

• Armoire/television cabinet

• Corner units

: Fireplaces in entertainmentcenters are very safe. Some would arguethat they are safer than regular fireplaces because they glass stays cool tothe touch. Also, unlike a regular fire,you can turn off the fireplace with the push of a button because they aregas/electric.